These first few days taught me that there is no way to compartmentalize the roles of mommy and employee. I already missed bath and bedtime once this week to attend an after hours work function. And there are going to be times that I have to miss work to care for a sick child. The lines are really blurred.
It's going to be a crazy, but fun, journey! One of the things I am most looking forward to is rebuilding my wardrobe. I have been rocking the over-sized tees and workout sweats for way too long. The office dress code is business casual which is good because I will be able to mix casual pieces I already own with the career clothes I plan to purchase.
My first shopping trip was, um...a trip. I went to Marshalls to buy something to wear to the work event and wound up spending two hours going through the racks and trying on clothes! I am so out of practice, but I think I put together a nice outfit.
Tell me what you think (I need to buy some make up, I know):
What I bought:
Max Studio Printed Blouse: $24.99-Marshalls
Counterparts Light Grey Pants: $16.99-Marshalls
Poppy Handbag: Franco Sarto $29.99-Marshalls
What already owned:
Earrings: Stella & Dot
Bracelet: Vintage lapis
Shoes: Naturalizer
Cute! Loving that bag.
ReplyDeleteFinding a balance is hard, take it easy on yourself and know that you will survive. My kids are teens and I still have to remember that it's about balance.
Congratulations on the new job! Cute work outfit! I love that purse and nope, you don't need any makeup :-)
ReplyDeleteI love shopping at Marshall's, $30 is a steal for that handbag!
ReplyDeleteI think you look great. Congrats on the job!
ReplyDeleteYou have a fantastic outfit! I love the white and blue, and your bag really brings it all together nicely!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! You look great!
ReplyDeleteYou look beautiful! I love the bright colors, they are perfect for you. Congratulations on the new job!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the new job! And I love your new bag too!! :)
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Jade of
Diva Fabulosa Fashion and Lifestyle Blog
Very cute & a great summer color.
ReplyDeleteI like everything about your look but the shoes are the MOST FAB!!! I am a huge Franco Sarto fan so I always want to know what's up with his designs. Hope you will keep letting us see the wardrobe
ReplyDeleteYou go girl! You look so cute! I love the shoes, the bag, the pants, the shirt, I'm loving it! Congrats on getting the job!
ReplyDeleteCongrats again on the job! I'm jealous of your Marshall's! When I lived in CA, I shopped there all the time. Here, the Marshall's is in a nice enough area, but it is gross. Ross is somewhat better, though they are always way understaffed, so the lines are long. Nordstrom's Rack is just a shopping nightmare, it's always over crowded and hot. Our TJ Maxx has no clothes to speak of, I don't know how it even stays in business. So if I actually dare to go on a real shopping trip, as opposed to a virtual online one, I usually hit the outlet mall.
ReplyDeleteI love this! I never stayed at home for any significant amount of time, but having worked I know that the adjustment is huge. You will definitely hit points where you feel like you suck at both - employee and mother. We do our best and we do what makes us happiest. I don't think anyone is alwys happy in either situation so stay where you feel the most comfortable. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm not a fashionista, but I think you look very easy breezy yet office appropriate! Am I the only person who hates shipping for clothing at Marshall's/TJ Maxx?!? It is way overwhelming. Too many clothes. Too many brands. Great deals but I can't handle it!
congrats on the new gig. You'll find your rhythm soon enough. You look great BTW! No need for make up!
ReplyDeleteYou look so cute and I love Marshalls! You are going to be amazing at your new job and everything will start to go smoothly before you know it. And I agree with Krissy...You don't need makeup at all...you're gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI missed this post. You look great. I'm not a makeup girl. I say stay natural.
ReplyDeleteI think clothes are my favorite part of working outside the house so I envy your need to update your wardrobe!
ReplyDeleteThat's a great outfit and CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!! I'm so thrilled for you. I know all too well the transition back to work is not easy. Once you start getting the real hang of it though, you'll find a new kind of balance - the good enough mom balance. You'll start realizing that maybe they don't need a bath every night. Maybe reading to them at least three times a week is okay. You'll realize what a luxury eating with other adults on your lunch break can be. And I am so with you on the wardrobe. I love putting together my work outfits - we're business casual too. I mix in a lot of thrifted items. I've found so many great, in good shape, high end brand names at Goodwill and Value Village. And don't even get me started on shoes! I love shoes!!!!! xoxo Big hugs my friend.
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