Okay… so I should probably come up with actual titles for my posts instead of the date. But today is done so… it’s noted for tomorrow. Also please enjoy my amateur Christmas manicure that I did with Gemma and I’ve yet to take it off. She’s reminded me it’s January and we need new nails, so expect new nails soon and probably art directed by a 6 year old.
I’ve realized something in my TWO DAYS of doing this challenge (I’m a fast learner apparently): so much of how I put an outfit together for the internet depends on if the item is in stock or not. Now I say these things with full vulnerability and transparency, so please be gentle with me. I also say this because I’d like to get away from this habitual way of thinking like this when I create content and recognizing the thought is the first step. It is wild that when an item isn’t commissionable any more, it goes into the ‘not for the internet’ pile. (But also… it goes into the pre-loved pile so…silver lining?) Today I had two things in mind that I wanted to wear and both are not in stock pieces. However one outfit I had in mind doesn’t work with my time of month (fun fact: in my teens I thought TMI meant time of month. I know that doesn’t make sense because it’s literally not the same letters as the acronym and I won’t be explaining my teen brain any further but now when I think about TMI, guess what I’m thinking about? That’s right, my time of month…which technically my TOM is a TMI so I feel like young Kendi was on to something.)
The other outfit which I hope to wear end of week or next week requires white jeans and while I will happily wear white jeans to an outdoor even on a rainy day, I can not allow this to happen on my TMI. I know my limits. I also won’t go camping or swim in the ocean during this time, but again TMI. So today’s chosen outfit was this chambray dress from last year Madewell that I only wore….once on the blog. I’ve worn it a couple of times IRL but this dress is relatively untouched which is a damn shame! It’s a gorgeous dress and it’s super easy to wear and I’m comfortable in it. Plus it made it past one of my many closet clean outs so I was excited to wear it. I saw a similar look like this on Sezane and I knew that I could re-create this look with these boots and this last year Madewell dress. Also look ma, no leggings!
Dress: Madewell (2023)( <—- last seen here)
Boots: Blondo Waterproof Boots
Purse: J.Crew Edie Satchel (2023)
chambray dresses
17 Responses
Loving a daily look so much kendi!
this is the content i want for real life outfit inspo…who can afford to be clicking those commisionable anyway?!
looking forward to the rest of the month!
Absolutely agree! I love the help with making the clothes I have work for my day.
I am loving this new challenge/return to regular outfit posts! I can’t imagine how difficult it is to get out of the habit of planning content around business affiliate links. But I hope this month helps you return to finding joy in your outfits!
me too!! I’m glad you’re loving it 🙂
I’m loving this, kendi. Hopefully, there’s a balance between only commissionaBle links and what you really wear. You deserve to make money for your content and also in love with this realness that seems to be missing on the internet lately. I’VE followed you for many many years and this feels like connecting with the real you again. Congrats on being brave enough to try this!
Your HONESTY is especially refreshing! I am loving these daily posts of what you are actually wearing!
Agree with the rest of the commenters — love this series! Too cold here for no leggings but love the bag.
It was actually too cold for no leggings for me too…I realized this far too late! Next time tights. I’ve never winter’d well lol
Enjoying the series- thank you! I commented on the last post that i liked seeing a real athleisure outfit and today i like seeing a dress! Maybe it is more variety that i am needing in my own outfits that i am finding inspiring. Time to see what i have that i don’t wear enough.
I love how you put outfits TOGETHER. Your real life style is elevated but accessible. Exactly what helps to inspire me as your reader. I hope you find joy and a way to still make the money your deserve for sharing of your time and talents.
I’m loving the direction of your blog for 2024! I’VE ALWAYS LOVED YOUR STYLE, BUT DO AGREE THAT 2023 STYLES AND TRENDS WERE NOT MY THING, SO I DIDN’T CONNECT AS MUCH TO YOUR STYLE POSTS. I STILL COME BACK ALL THE TIME THOUGH B/C I’M SUCH A LONG TIME READER! I’M EXCITED TO SEE WHAT 2024 HAS IN STORE FOR YOU. THANKS FOR KEEPING IT REAL, BEING SO HONEST, AND CONTINUING TO BLOG THROUGH ALL THE CHALLENGES OF THE FASHION WORLD!!
Agree with this comment so much! Been following for years but was turned off by many of the posts from last year, If I’m being honest. Liking this new direction (old way = Good) though, thank you!
Hiiiii, you totally don’t have to answer this but I have the most curious of mind about this if you see this! I want to know what turned you off! I will be 100% honest I was not super proud of my content last year so I am so interested in knowing from a reader’s stand point. Anyways if you see this, please elaborate!
Rachael, you kind soul. Thank you for coming back! last year was a doozy for me style wise, mental health wise so thanks for still being here. i have no idea what 2024 is gonna be but we all love a good mystery you know? 😉
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Really dress looks superb.