Sunday, April 03, 2016

#Spring30for30: Week One


The Spring 30 for 30 challenge has begun!  The purpose is to use 30 different pieces of clothing to create 30 different outfits in 30 days.  Each Sunday I will post my outfits for the week (we started on Friday so this will be short.) It is very interesting to me that people care about what I'm wearing so if you don't care, I totally get it.  I feel so awkward taking photos of myself because I feel like I'm saying "Hey everyone! Look at me!" but it's sort of the best way to see an outfit put together so...


Day 1: Shorts (Target) and a light sweater (H&M).  I realized these shorts were too short so switched them out halfway through the day for my longer pair for the month.


Day 2: Jean capris (that I don't like but I don't have many capris options), black SHE IS tank, beige cardigan (Target), Guess ankle boots (Winners). I went to find some new capris but couldn't find any in the $30 price range–if you know of some, let me know! PS How awesome is the Capilano Suspension Bridge Cliffwalk?


Day 3: Okay, okay, time for some colour. I wasn't sure if I was allowed to wear white jeans yet but then I thought, why not? Why are you only supposed to wear them at certain times? It's going to be 19C today, I can wear white jeans. Unfortunately, I have gained about 8 lbs since I last wore them so they are not the most comfortable pants to wear right now.  I think the weight gain is due to not sleeping properly for a year and also the fact that I may be premenopausal (seriously, the hot flashes!)  I'll be honest that taking these photos each day has made me more aware of how I'm not where I'd like to be health wise–I'm not sure if that's a good or bad thing. All that fun stuff aside...the shirt is from Joe Fresh (well, technically I bought it secondhand off of bidding wars for $5ish from an old student of mine), jeans are Nygard from Costco, jean jacket is Parasuco.  My favourite pair of shoes ever are from Aimee B. Clothing in Fort Langley...high quality wedges that I could run in.


I don't normally accessorize but church on Sunday is a great reason to do so!


Love, 
Louise

If you'd like to see what other outfits some blogger friends are coming up with, check them out below! You can also follow along on IG with #Spring30for30

Shannon @ Adventurous Mama
Roya @ Bitsy Ideas 
Krystal Leigh @ The Valley Mom
Raj @ Pink Chai

Jenny @ Ruminating Mommy
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  1. Louise Chapman1:34 PM

    Thanks, Ali!! Do you do white jeans? I got the shirt from Taylor C off bidding wars ;)

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  2. Carol6:47 AM

    My mom always had a rule that you should only wear white (shoes, purse, pants, skirt) between Victoria Day weekend and Labour Day weekend but...spring comes early in Vancouver, so you are just fine!


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    1. Louise Chapman9:08 AM

      That's the rule! I couldn't remember when I was "allowed" to start but I saw someone else wearing white capris to church so I knew it was all good :)

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  3. Katrina Volkenant8:56 AM

    I am really looking forward to this! I like to see how normal people dress for normal life... you know, not those $800 outfits on Pinterest. Also I think it's time I looked for some white jeans.

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    1. Louise Chapman9:09 AM

      Yes, you would look fantastic in white jeans or capris! My full outfits are usually closer to $50 which is probably more realistic for people :)

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  4. Lauren Heinen2:29 PM

    good on you for actually putting thought into your outfits despite 4 kids and an on-the-go life!
    Honestly I couldn't even imagine doing this! Being a nurse and living in scrub pants/t-shirts for work and then mostly working out/walking the dog daily puts me in lulu/runlikeagirl capris/shorts/tanks pretty much all the time. jeans and real clothes are too dressed up haha. pathetic maybe? then running errands after leaving the muddy dog park or after a run at the trails means i also dress that way in public. oops! maybe don't make this comment public! lol.

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    1. Louise Chapman2:42 PM

      I can totally erase this comment if you want, let me know :) BUT, I think for you that totally makes sense--you have a work uniform and are so active!! I love workout gear but tend to spend TOO much time in them so this has helped challenge me a bit.

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  5. accidental nomad life4:22 AM

    I looooooove your H&M sweater, I'ma hafta get me one. Since we are matching sweater buddies and all! ;)

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