24/7 365 Style

Okay, so we finally jumped in and binge watched  Tiger King .  I want thank Carole Baskin (who definitely killed her husband) for reigniting my love of animal prints.  I've always been a big fan of leopard print, but I just recently snagged this leopard print puff sleeve fleece sweatshirt from Express.  I love this shirt because it's comfy for working from home and dressy enough for video meetings with students and parents.  I paired it with the Kinsley necklace from Park Lane and my Spanx faux leather leggings. I've talked about my Spanx faux leather leggings before, but I'm going to talk about them again because I cannot get over how comfortable they are and how well they've held up after so many wears and washes.  Normally, I would never spend close to $100 on a pair of pants (and I didn't on these; they were a gift from my husband), but I can honestly say that I will be buying a new pair for myself when these are too worn.  They fit like a glov...

I want to share several pieces with you that I discovered while shopping a new online boutique called Alex Erinn.  What I love about this boutique is that they're always receiving new inventory and staying on top of the trends.  When I was approached by Alexandra, the owner of the boutique, and asked to check out some of their pieces at a discount, I was thrilled!  Below are a few of my favorites.  You can check out the full boutique here , and save 15% on your order with code rachael15. The first is this lace peplum blouse.  I've been trying to find one of these shirts for a long time, and finally found one that fits!  What makes this blouse different from others I've tried is amount of  movement it allows.  The lace sleeves are not restricting, and the bodice is lined with a satiny material that is super soft.  I also adore this particular top because I can still wear a normal bra.  The stitching on the shoulders is thick enough ...

 Another day, another jogger.  I am living in joggers lately like a #quaranqueen, and these have got to be the softest pair I've found.  Yes, the pattern is a little out there, but the pants were less than $15.00 on Amazon and I'm about go order a second pair (there are more than 30 colors and patterns).  Plus, they have pockets!!  They are a juniors fit, so if you prefer your pants on the looser side, I would size up. I'm also wearing one of my favorite long-sleeve tees.  This one is from Ross, so there's no way to share a link to shop it.  Instead, I linked a similar style "Bee Kind" crew-neck lounge shirt from Amazon.  It comes in black, pink, green, and yellow in a long sleeve style, or you can choose from additional colors if you opt for short sleeves. I took some self-care time today sipping on Fizz (B-vitamin energy drink) and reading  The Most Fun We Ever Had  by Claire Lombardo for my virtual book club next week.  T...

How are you finding ways to stay balanced and practice self-care?  I’m a Type A personality, and am used to having my day mapped out minute by minute with a color coded to-do list (thank you, Passion Planner!).  Even while working on a modified schedule from home, I write out each day’s to-do’s and often feel like I’m rushing from one task to the next. Today, I reminded myself that it’s okay to slow down.  It’s okay to prioritize yourself.  It’s okay to take a pause, acknowledge that things are hard right now, and breathe into the discomfort.  It’s okay to make space for the small things that bring you joy for no reason other than that they make you feel good. I've been reading Super Attractor , by Gabby Bernstein, and it's been a great reminder that when we focus on the positives and actively seek what feels good, we open ourselves up to welcoming more joy into our lives.  So, take the time to do yoga, read a book, journal, call a friend, have a danc...

It's a beautiful day in Chicago and I'm getting ready to don my mask and run some errands.  I had a quick protein shake and am about to head out but I wanted to quickly share one of my favorite tops with you since it's on sale for $9.99 today!  Today, I'm wearing a a Miselon twisted knot leopard print shirt.  It's honestly one of the softest shirts I own.  I love that it has a dressy look but is comfortable enough to lounge in.  I also like the knotted front because it gives the shirt some shape and accents your waistline.  The back is long enough to pair with leggings since it just covers your butt.  This shirt comes in 8 different colors/patterns, and I just ordered another one for myself! I'm also wearing my Spanx faux-leather leggings in a medium (usually, I wear a small).  I ordered up a size because they are snug by nature but I like a little extra wiggle room.  I love these because super stretchy and soft on the inside, and conce...

Do something each day that makes you feel good.  That can be as small as reading a book for 15 minutes, repeating a daily affirmation, going for a walk, or singing a song.  On Sundays for me, it's working out with my hubby.  For precautionary sake, they finally closed the small gym in our apartment complex.  So, Ryan and I did our best to get through our routine using dumbbells, resistance bands, and our body weight.  I included a few of our favorite exercises below. For today's workout, I wore one of my favorite outfits.  I'm wearing seamless, cropped leggings from Gymshark.  I love the eyelet detail on these (both breathable and cute).  I also appreciate that they are squat-proof, higher-waisted, and move with you.  They're available in more than 10 colors in cropped or full-length styles. I'm also wearing a crop-top/sports bra from Forever 21.  I'm a big fan of the crisscross back.  Forever 21 has a ton of low, medium,...

If you know me well, you know that I love neutrals.  Everything from my wardrobe, to my apartment, to my dishware are neutral colors like black, gray, or tan.  Occasionally, I try to step outside of the box and that's what I did when I ordered this bold, red balloon sleeve top from LEANI.  This reminds me of the peasant tops I used to wear as a teen, but with a more contemporary upgrade.  This blouse is very comfortable and could be great for work or a night out with the girls.  It does run wide, but I don't mind that when it's paired with skinny jeans.  You could also tuck in the front of the shirt for a more slimming look.  The shirt is available in burgundy (pictured), black, or green. I paired the top with one of my favorite pairs of GUESS jeans.  I discovered these jeans on a rainy day while on vacation in Florida with my husband when he suggested we check out the luxury outlet mall.  I had never bought a pair of GUESS jeans before, ...