One of my favorite reasons for participating with these other ladies is because I have learned to accept my body a little bit more. It is really hard to look at my body in photos when I know how I used to look, but I am realizing that this is who I am right now. I have always fluctuated and this is how I will be for the time being. Yes, I would like to lose weight and yes I would like to be skinnier and healthier, but for now, this is who I am. And that's kind of cool that this challenge has helped me see that.
For those of you who don't know how this process works or are new readers (welcome by the way!) I have collaborated with a group of awesome bloggers to take an outfit from another blogger and "tweak" it so that it matches our style. The only rule is that it has to be something already in your closet already though!! Here is the original photo:
I loved the idea of keeping it casual. I love dresses in the summertime because they fit my body better and they are cooler, but sometimes a casual outfit with a baseball cap is all that you need, ya know? I kept with the NY Yankees cap (not a Yankees fan by the way, it was just the only hat that fit me! Ha). Instead of wearing Camo, I decided to wear a Baseball tee to continue on with the baseball theme. I wore my black capris and my tan boat shoes. It was definitely a change from this outfit, but that's why this is such a cool challenge.
Oh, and these photos were after a VERY long day…so yours truly is au natural--meaning, no makeup….hair barely brushed. Welcome to true Sierra. Huzzah!
Also this exposed brick wall is in my new house. Have I mentioned how much I love my new house yet? No? Oh…. ;)
I look so pissed here. Hahaha. |
I really was just fixing my hat, but hey, it worked. |
HOW DO YOU POSE FOR A CAMERA. SOMEONE TEACH MEEEE. |
Outfit details: Baseball Hat // Ross, Baseball Tee // Old Navy, Black Capri pants // Old Navy, Boat Shoes// Clark's.
Go see how these other ladies styled the outfit:
Brooke at Silver Lining
Deidre at Deidre Emme
Sharlee at My New Lines
Laura at Sincerely, Laura
Aubrey at Aubrey Zaruba
Kaycie at Redhead Memories
Kyla at FordOlogy
Stephanie at The Artist + The Architect
Danica at Danakin Skywalker
Tayler at The Morrell Tale
Jessica at My Peanut Butter Problem
Emma at Ever Emma
Kalyn at Geez Louise
Bonnie at Life of Bon
Rachel at Rachel Sayumi
How would you change this outfit?
What do you have in your closet that would help you create a similar outfit?
I love the baseball tee and the natural look! I agree that participating in things like this improves confidence!
ReplyDeleteYou have exposed brick in your house!? So jealous. Loving this look, girl. I need that hat!
ReplyDeleteI'm excited to see your house! And, if you did get posing lessons, let me know...I'd like to join in!
ReplyDeleteThis is one of my favorite things to do--I love to get inspiration from the online fashionistas and shop from my closet! You look adorable in your interpretation!
ReplyDeleteI love your smile in the last shot ;) Would prefer a Red Sox hat, but you're rockin it!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute look - love the baseball hat. I think you did a great job.
ReplyDeleteLove it, it looks so comfy! I would love to join in on the linkup if it's open!
ReplyDeleteWell yes, being a "fashion blogger" has helped me a lot with confidence. So great for you to participate in the challenge :) And I think you are looking really adorable :) As far as posing for the cameras go? I think you are doing it pretty well in the last pics already. It's easy. Shoulders down and have fun :P
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P.S. My first shoots were pretty crap too, as far as posing goes ;-)
Your very last photo is my favorite. It looks like you're having fun and being yourself. What do you know, being you comes through in photos! ;) Keep up the good work, lady!
ReplyDeleteI love baseball tees! Love your look :)
ReplyDeleteYou look great! Totally adorable.
ReplyDeleteyou do look super mad in the first photo. i was actually kind of mad taking mine. i didn't want to do it, and it was way too hot to be in real clothes. i love your take on it.
ReplyDeleteLOVE your shoes & top! Also the hat is awesome haha I totally want one!
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