I am not super into Valentine’s Day… in fact, I’ve never had a “Valentine” ever. (Although there was this incident in eighth grade involving conversation hearts during P.E. class….) I do like to get in the spirit just a little bit.
Even if it is only my outfit.
Weather permitting… I will likely be wearing this Lilly Pulitzer Jonah Dress. I mean, really… it’s perfect for Valentine’s Day!
I do have to figure out what shoes I’m wearing… and I’m definitely going to have to wear tights if it’s cold. My platinum Jack Rogers flats will probably win that one.
Valentine’s Day does fall on a Tuesday this year, which means that some of us will be in classes. The first outfit is classroom approved. In case you are one of the lucky ones, I’m including a fun little date night outfit as well.
If you couldn’t tell, I’m feeling the black + red this year. Quite sophisticated, no?
My plan is to wear my Jonah as well. Such a fun print and perfect length for school/work. I will probably pair with tights and boots for the cold Northeast!
I love these outfits! That Lilly dress is so cute! I am struggling with what to wear out to dinner with my fiancee on Tuesday night! The weather will most likely be freezing and unpleasant, but I want to wear a dress!
Cute outfits! I especially love that Lilly dress! So cute!!! You'll look just great on Valentine's Day. I unfortunatley will be in class all day… 🙁 No fun! Haha!
Great outfit Carly! I love the colored denim with the nautical look. And I chose to do a black dress as well and incorporated the color in the accessories!! Hope you have a wonderful weekend and Happy Valentine's Day!! Toodles, Twirling Clare twirlingclare.blogspot.com
I have not yet decided! It will probably be pink though. Love the Jonah dress but I still have not bought one. I love that striped top/red pants outfit! Must add it to Pinterest. 🙂
(Why has no one been using this song for this trend? Literally all that I hear whenever I see another “ins and outs” trend 😆)
My 2025 Ins & Outs:
IN More freedom, firmer boundaries Silver Red as a neutral Spontaneous lunch dates Photography Redefining perfection Silk scarves Going to the movies Trying new hobbies Luxurious showers
OUT Sticking with a book I’m not enjoying Letting my car be a mess Guilt around sweet treats Unnecessary people pleasing The comparison game Staying up too late Over complicating things Holding in emotions
Yes, I’m an iPad adult now ✌🏻 I have been feeling all over the place with how I stay organized. In a dream world, I’d have a good ole fashioned paper planner, but I need something digital that I can access wherever I am and set alarms and reminders and appointments in my digital calendar. Kicking the new year off with a fresh iPad in the hopes that it helps?? Kind of felt like back to school shopping with fresh school supplies (but more expensive lol)… here’s to an organized twenty twenty five!! 🥂
PS I am trying out @goodmondayspaper on @goodnotes.app and went with an 11” iPad Air!
Not my best year of outfits- but here are some of my favorites! 2024 was all about feeling comfortable in my skin. I was eight and nine months pregnant in January and February- and then freshly postpartum. I wore four different jean sizes (five if you include maternity!), had to start the process of rebuilding my shoe collection (my feet grew 😭), and I’ve been breastfeeding this whole time so lots of buttons. I tried to lean into more colors and elevated everyday styles. I embraced my body no matter where I was on the scale and stayed true to myself the whole time, while still experimenting and trying new things!
Some highlights: @tuckernuck Callahan dress @jcrew denim skorts (and staples, as always) @alice_walk cashmere wraps and gauzy linen shirt @varley leggings and pullovers @favorite.daughter hoodie (my emotional support sweatshirt at the moment) @annmashburn cap toe Mary Janes @cuyana small pouch + @llbean boat and totes @oldnavy barn coat embroidered by @bobinettedesigns @agolde, @levis, and @mother denim @onequince cashmere fisherman cardigan @shopdoen Leanne dress @kiltecollection chic cashmere sets @warbyparker eyeglasses + @celine sunglasses
Our year can undoubtedly be measured in love 🫶🏻. While 2024 wasn’t without its challenges, it was also overflowing with moments of joy and gratitude. Welcoming Rory into our family in February was the absolute highlight—nothing quite compares to the magic of those first newborn days.
This year was also filled with adventures to some of our favorite places and plenty of meaningful time with friends and family. Rory has grown from a snuggly, snoring newborn into a lively ten-month-old who loves to eat and play with his big brother. And Jack? He’s gone from my baby to a full-fledged kid—a social butterfly with a love for all things sports (and the skills to match).
For me, this year was a whirlwind—a beautiful mix of the magic and monotony of motherhood: pregnancy, delivery, breastfeeding, and endless caretaking. But amidst the chaos, I found space to nurture myself and pursue what lights me up. I embraced new hobbies (hello, sourdough baking!) and deepened my love for old ones (Rory’s needlepoint stocking is finally complete, and I read 50 books!). I prioritized my well-being with new workouts (@sotomethod has been a game-changer!), dialed in my beauty routines, and even got my colors done.
I also stepped outside my comfort zone, making my first investment in a company beyond my own and hitting a few stretch goals that felt out of reach just a year ago.
Here’s to a year of love, growth, and resilience—and to the excitement of all that 2025 has in store! 💫
This and yap 🤍 Don’t forget to create holiday magic for yourself too! I can’t tell you how nice it was to do some gingerbread decorating without having to follow a three year old’s vision (or fight the sugar battle)! It’s fun to do it with kids, too, but sometimes you just need coffee, baked goods, and little bit of kid-free catch up time with your mom friends! Thank you for hosting @blueskyehouse!!
I wrote down a list of things I wanted to do for fun in 2024. I crossed off exactly zero of them (having a baby will do that to ya) and my only hope of accomplishing one would be to host a cookie exchange! I wanted to SO bad but I was also feeling exhausted after a long year (losing a dog, having a baby, running a business, etc.) and I didn’t know if I had hosting a party in me. I sent out the invitations and told myself I’d figure it out. There was no going back! It was SO FUN though and I will be doing this again. I feel like so much of the holidays as a mom is spent making the magic for kids. It’s Santa meet and greets, Christmas shopping, holiday pageants…. And then seeing Santa again (and again and again). THIS party was for us! 🥂
Very cute! I feel ya on the whole never having a valentine thing- most likely my outfit will fit my mood: black, black, and more black. 😛
Since my boyfriend lives out of town, we won't be doing anything! But I love the idea of dressing up for it anyway!
i love that gorgeous lilly dress!
That Lilly dress is adorable! Which print is that?
SHF
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I love your taste! We came up with a similar outfit 🙂
And I've never had a Valentine either. Boo! Here's to being single on VDay!
That Lilly dress is the cutest! And I've also been loving the black and red combo lately. I'll probably be wearing a black dress with red tights!
And I've also never had a Valentine. Ah well.
xx Abby
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I love the simplicity of both outfits and you cant go wrong with some TB Revas. Great outfits!
Happy Weekend girl!
xoxo,
Cheryl
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My plan is to wear my Jonah as well. Such a fun print and perfect length for school/work. I will probably pair with tights and boots for the cold Northeast!
I'm loving black and red right now too!
Lilly dress is so cute, just love it. Engagement Rings
love these looks!
I love these outfits! That Lilly dress is so cute! I am struggling with what to wear out to dinner with my fiancee on Tuesday night! The weather will most likely be freezing and unpleasant, but I want to wear a dress!
Cute outfits! I especially love that Lilly dress! So cute!!! You'll look just great on Valentine's Day. I unfortunatley will be in class all day… 🙁 No fun! Haha!
Have a great weekend!
Nicole Rene
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That dress is too cute! Ha, I have a uniform, but maybe my pink bow headband!
Great outfit Carly! I love the colored denim with the nautical look. And I chose to do a black dress as well and incorporated the color in the accessories!! Hope you have a wonderful weekend and Happy Valentine's Day!!
Toodles,
Twirling Clare
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Ya I have a uniform too but we are out of uniform that day! Horray! Pink blazer here I come!<3
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xoxo,
coco
LOVE THOSE PANTS!
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I'd die for either of those outfits, but that comes as no surprise 🙂 xoxo [av}
I have not yet decided! It will probably be pink though.
Love the Jonah dress but I still have not bought one. I love that striped top/red pants outfit! Must add it to Pinterest. 🙂
Aaaaww! Black + red is gorgeous!
xoxo Maria
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