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  • REVIEW OF SHAUN T’S NEWEST PROGRAM “Transform :20”

    REVIEW OF SHAUN T’S NEWEST PROGRAM “Transform :20”

    “Conquer your mind…so you can TRANSFORM your life.”

    Finally, Transform :20!! It has been 3 years since we’ve had an entirely new workout program from Shaun T. We got to spend a week with him in SHAUN WEEK but it’s now time to TRANSFORM our bodies and minds in 20 minutes a day, 6 days a week, for 6 weeks!

    What is TRANSFORM :20?

    Transform :20 is a total body workout for both the body and the mind. Cardio, strength, and massive core balance work using a step riser. It is not the step aerobics you may think but rather a nonstop 20-minute workout to burn crazy amounts of calories, sculpt your body, and build long lean muscles. If you know Shaun T, you know he takes cardio to a whole new level of burn!  Within five minutes you’ll be breathing heavy, within ten minutes you’ll be sweating and within 15 minutes you’ll be checking the clock. 20 minutes is all you’ll need with Shaun, I promise you that!!!

    • 20 minute workouts
    • 6 days per week
    • 6 week program
    • Modifier in every workout
    • In real time…you will never see the same workout twice!  I used to get so bored with my workouts, it would be harder to push play. This way, we will stay engaged and excited for what’s to come each day.  I even heard he throws some curveballs and surprises our way.
    • Super simple dialed in nutrition plan to help you not only achieve and sustain your goals!

    When is it available?

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    Launches in April 2019 on Beachbody On Demand. BUT, you can get VIP Early Access in January 2019! Fill out the Transform 20 with ME!! form to get in my VIP Test Group!

    Who is TRANSFORM :20 for?

    Everyone! Shaun T created this program knowing that there are many people who just don’t have the time to work out…not anymore! As a new father himself, he finds less and less time to get a workout in. This is what motivated him to create a program for EVERYONE. And if you’re thinking that 20 minutes isn’t enough for you…just you wait.  I pinky swear you’ll be maxed out by minute 20!! There is a modifier in every workout for you to follow if you’re just starting out on your fitness journey. I personally will be taking some of the moves at my own pace if I can’t keep the exact speed of Shaun. The goal is always progress, NOT perfection on our team.

    When can I start Transforming?

    You can join my TRANSFORM :20 Online fitness challenge January 2019 with VIP Early Access. BUT, you can start transforming your life now. I will have a custom hybrid calendar to give you of all Shaun T so you can get acclimated and join our crew early.  ORDER TRANSFORM :20 to get started on your health and fitness journey now as we wait for TRANSFORM :20.

    What equipment do I need?

    The Beachbody Step and that will launch on December 4th with the packs! I will be logging in bright and early that day in case there is limited supply.

    I am personally SO excited for this new program.  When I was in my early 20’s, I found myself at a really low point.  I was eating fast food 1-2 times a day, having bags of sour patch kids or red vines every night and the weight started to pile on.  My anxiety levels were also rising and I knew I needed to get healthy. I started taking a step class at my local gym and found a love for it.  It was really the only time I got excited to workout.

    Sure Billy Blanks Tae Bo in my living room was fun but this step class was everything for me. I watched the instructor intently, I wanted my body to move exactly like hers did.  As I lost weight and worked to keep my body and mind healthy, I truly found a piece of myself in that class. The instructor ended up moving and I went on to other classes but I will never forget the feeling I found there.

    I still find those same feelings with every new program and trainer I work with.  This time it’s all at my fingertips because of my “Netflix of fitness” membership I have.  Now, being a mom of two I can push play from home and work it around my schedule, not the gyms.  That is everything to me and keeps me in the game. I am in better shape now thanks to this lifestyle and all the amazing programs I do than I was before kids!!!  I never thought that was possible!!! Anything is possible for you, too, and I hope you decide to jump on this opportunity!!

    I find that the new year already brings a ton of momentum but by adding in a new workout calendar and linking arms with my fitness besties, I will feel unstoppable.  Plus, I know this one scares me a little which is a good thing. Change happens on the edge of my comfort zone and I need to shake things up often. Hence the reason why I love coaching, it keeps me accountable to my fit crew and also trying new and scary things!

    Fill out this form to reserve your spot!!! Fill out this Transform 20 with ME!! form, add the “commit” pic I sent and the before and after.

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  • Stop Drinking Alcohol for Better Weight Loss

    Stop Drinking Alcohol for Better Weight Loss

    This year has been pivotal in my pursuit of a leaner, stronger, more energized body.  The secret? Giving up wine for longer periods of time than I normally would. I’ve gone over 200+ days this year without alcohol and was even successful on two vacations with the family.  You may think I’m crazy but for my personality, it works really well to give me the edge I’m always looking for in my health journey.

    There was actually a time in my life when my husband came to me and said he was worried because I was drinking almost every night.  It was becoming a really bad habit and I needed a change. That was a hard thing to hear and honestly, pretty scary. I was slipping into feeling like it was part of who I was and simply what I did.

    Being home with two small kiddos at the time and pressure with growing my online health and fitness coaching business may have had something to do with it but either way, coping with alcohol did not leave me at my best.  I thank God that season seems like a lifetime behind me but I still must watch and set up safeguards around my health.

    When I look at all the things I truly want in life it comes down to giving up momentary pleasures for long term gains.  I like to celebrate with treats and drinks and also do what I want to do when I want to do it. That was a theme in my life until I realized the scale kept going up and I wasn’t happier..I was unfulfilled.

    Learning now that structure, disciplined behaviors and simply showing up when it’s not always convenient is the essence of success in my weight loss, business and overall life goals. I workout when I’d rather stick a fork in my eye. I say no to late night snacking, drinking and Netflix binging because I remember my fitness goals and clients who are counting on me.  I live by an integrity that my talk is also my walk.

    Here are some pro’s I’ve personally experienced by taking time away from the drinkie-poo’s:

    -I can actually get and maintain a strong, lean core

    -better sleep

    -less anxiety (way less)

    -less bloat

    -saving money

    -more energy and life in my body, especially during my workouts

     

    Here are some con’s:

    -bloat all over and my clothes feeling tight

    -broken sleep

    -2-3 days to feel 100% again

    -dragging my entire workout

    -food cravings

    -puffy face and eyes

    -fine lines showing from dehydrated skin

    -less motivation and energy

    -HIGH anxiety if I’m drinking every few days

    As I type this, I am starting to wonder why I would ever have a drink again, geez.  What I do know is saying no forever isn’t realistic but I also know that these big chunks throughout the year have served me well and I’ll continue in this trend.

    I was really nervous the first time I did longer than two weeks of no wine.  Here are some ways I’ve learned to cope.

    The first week and weekend are the hardest but after a couple weeks, I was fine without it.  It’s so weird how you can go without something and then come to a place where you are so indifferent that you can take it or leave it.  That’s what happens. I will say in Palm Springs this year, the wind was just right and I felt an overwhelming urge to have a glass. Luckily I had all my fellow 80 Day Obsession girls (the workout we were all doing at the time) rooting for me so I refused to let them down.  It just goes to show how powerful our online accountability groups can be.

    I make this lemon-ginger water recipe and keep it in the fridge:

    • Juice from two lemons
    • Pinch of cayenne to taste
    • 2-3 drops of vanilla liquid stevia https://amzn.to/2EgZiKm
    • 1-2 one inch chunks of peeled ginger to taste
    • I blended all ingredients with one cup of water and then strain off the ginger pulp with a fine mesh strainer.
    • I mix with a gallon of water and pre-fill my 32 oz Hydro Flask for the day! https://amzn.to/2L91Trf

    I love little tricks of the trade like this lemon ginger water recipe. I would have never known about this if it wasn’t for my fit community.

    I always have my favorite Zevia Cream Soda sparkling water on hand and low sugar Kombucha ( the label needs to have 6 grams of sugar or less on it). I even put kombucha in my wine glass if I want to be fancy.

    I also carry this tea in my purse when I’m out and about. https://amzn.to/2QogzZI  I order a cup of hot water and use this as my treat drink instead of wine.  I also love sparkling water with lots of lemon, I enjoy my meal perfectly with that.

    The most important part for me is being better than I was yesterday.  I’m far from perfect but I have also learned that the secret to success in life is found in our daily habits.  What I do now not only serves me now, but when I’m in my 60’s. It’s like eye cream…you don’t always see the benefits until they start to compound over time.  With my esthetics background, I’m a firm believer in eye cream!!

    I also like to remember that every time I say no to something that doesn’t serve my goals or priorities, I trust myself a little more and gain more confidence and even more of an edge.

    I hope this helps you!!  We are in this together and please reach out if you’re ready to jump into a fun fitness or health challenge!!!  I’m your girl!!!

  • Week 8 Liift 4 Review – Tone and Weight Loss

    Week 8 Liift 4 Review – A Mom’s Weight Loss Transformation!

    Oh,  it’s week  eight and I  am loving how  tight and toned  my body feels. I  think some of the highlights  from this program for me has been  that when I am increasing my strength,  I’ve been doing 25lbs for my chest presses.  I’ve been doing seventeens and a half for my  bicep curls. These are weights that I’ve never ever  picked up before. But what happens when you’re picking  up heavier weights. I don’t feel bulkier, but I feel tighter.  My arms feel smaller and they’re tighter and I’ve lost inches, but  I haven’t really lost pounds.

    I’ve  lost two  pounds over  the whole program,  but I love that I can  pick up these heavyweights  and they feel lighter to me,  so I’ve been able to stay on course  with every single workout because it’s only  been four days a week, which again, amazing for  any busy mom.

     

    The  one other  thing that I  love besides feeling  that super tight, toned,  lean feeling, my body is that  he had us working core every single  workout, which I’ve never done before.  So now I am in the habit of doing it  and even if my program does not call for  it. I am going to add it on and that is something  that I have noticed my abs have changed the most. Obviously  the meal plan has helped, but from working them everyday wanted  to show you the moves from this program because sometimes when you  see someone else doing it, you think to yourself if she can do it,  so can I.

    That’s  the theme  in our online  groups is if she  can do it. So can  I. and that’s what I  saw when I lost 40 pounds  and I caught wind of these amazing  calendars and these amazing trainers that  I could just from a touch of my finger, play  my workout and do it around my kids’ schedule.

    It’s  been such  a blessing in  my life and to  be able to be consistent  with it I think is the most  important thing. Because I used  to always think, why do these people  have this healthy lifestyle and how do  they fit in? I did not comprehend how they  made it their lifestyle, with all the other things  they had to get done in their daily life.

    Now  I know  now I know  and that’s why  I love sharing it.  So of course on my free day,  I’m able to use my sliders, my  loops from one of my other favorite  programs. And this workout was a burner.  It was leg day and 10 minutes in I was dead.  I was dying. So I just wanted to show you all the  amazing options that are at your fingertips.

    There  is a bundle  deal that will  save you so much  money. Check it out HERE!  It’s basically for a year of fitness,  what most people pay in a month for their  gym. I live in a little. It’s come down and  to a couple of the workout moves with me because  I honestly can feel that I’m showing them a healthy,  happy lifestyle. And that brings me joy.

    So  one of  my friends  lost seven inches  all over. Another one  has no more workout guilt,  because she’s never been able  to fit all four workouts in a week before.  When I started, I was drinking wine almost every  night, lots of cheese and just feeling blah. Now I’ve  been able to kick my wine cravings and I hardly ever even  think about it because it’s been two months now. I’m going to  have some over the holidays, but I just feel like it’s not part  of my daily lifestyle anymore.

  • Easy Eyebrow Tinting Tutorial

    Easy Eyebrow Tinting Tutorial – What is the Best Way to Tint Your Eyebrows?

    Do you ever get your hair colored and think I wish I could enhance my eyebrow hair color, too?  I know tinting your own brows might seem like a really scary thought but I promise it’s not as intense as you may think.

    This one monthly treatment has been something I’ve been loving for years!!  Since I’m blonde (well, I was when I was five) and my lighter brow hairs can get faded out, I love the definition tinting my brows brings to my entire face.  It also makes filling in my brows everyday a little less tedious because when the hairs are darker, there is less of a need for extra brow powder. It’s also a great thing to do before heading out to a tropical vacation. This way when you’re frolicking on the beach, swimming and laying in the sun, you don’t need to fill your brows in.

    This is the exact brow powder I use daily https://amzn.to/2OUwLw0 I love this brush to sketch the powder into my brows https://amzn.to/2Twr2ju  Anastasia Beverly Hills is the brand and artist who does a lot of brow shaping for the Hollywood stars, including Oprah.

    Good brow color and shape can brighten an entire face.  When I forget to fill in my brows, I just feel and look off.  Do you pay attention to your eyebrows? I’m guessing you do if you’re taking the time to read this.  Often I see women getting so used to their natural brow that they forget the impact it can have on their overall appearance.  It sounds extreme but I promise brows are a big deal!!!! Having a good shape is something we all need professional help with, including me.

    Stick to a color as close to your natural brow color as possible. If your brows are lighter than your hair color, go ahead and add some depth to your brows to complement your hair color.

    What you will need on hand. Q-tips, cotton rounds, a mirror, a small bowl, water, tint brush, tint and solution.

    First step is to not panic!  You can totally do this. Have a clean face or remove your makeup with this skin cleanser and a cotton round: https://amzn.to/2BpVx3y

    Then you’ll want to take this brush https://amzn.to/2Box5iY and mix a couple drops of the solution with a pea size of the Medium Brown Tint. The exact set and color I use on myself is here https://amzn.to/2zkxwcU

    There are other others you can order like graphite or dark brown depending on your needs.  I explain the different tint shades in my video so you know other color options.

    Stroke the color onto the brow hairs all the way to the skin. You don’t have to paint the skin but some will naturally be applied.  Make sure every hair has the tint color on it and then clean up any edges with a wet q-tip. Let the tint process for 2-5 minutes checking it as the time passes. Some skin and hair will process faster than others so it’s important you watch it closely.

    Once you see the skin darkening and it’s been about 4-5 min. You can remove the tint with a wet cotton round.  It does transfer a bit to the skin but that will wash off after one cleansing and sometimes it’s nice not to have to fill your brows in for a day or two because of the tinted skin!  Make sure to get all the tint off of your brows or it will continue to process and darken and you may not like the results.

    Come see me on Instagram and watch the other tips I share.  I’d love a message from you with any questions or to tell me how your brows turned out!

    Sending much love, Stace

  • Week 7 Liift 4 Review

    Week 7 Liift 4 Review – A Mom’s Weight Loss Transformation!

    I’m  so excited  to share week  seven with you girls.  I felt really focused when  I started this week because I  knew I only had two weeks left  of the program and I do really well  with short burst and short term goals.  Obviously it’s a little bit easier to see  the light at the end of the tunnel, so this started  shred week for us. He does two weeks, I’ve shred week  and you definitely notice that he has upped the cardiac.

    Have  to say  though, when  I was doing these  workouts, I did not  feel very lean, but playing  back and watching the videos,  I’m like, oh, I actually, I can  see more muscle definition. I do feel  and look a little leaner, so it’s good  to have a mirror in your workout space. You  can focus on form. It’s good to video yourself  and see the progression because otherwise you just  look in the mirror.

    You’re  going about  your day to day  business and you don’t  notice how much you’re changing.  I am dying. Jude is a nice little  workout buddy. He came down, it was Chapel  Day, so he had his little red tie on and he’s  like, “Mom, can I work out with you?” So I love  to see how much he was actually watching me, which  just goes to prove that our kids are watching us so  much more than we realize. Teaching them these good habits  is priceless.

    Joel  mixed it  up this week.  He totally changed  the order and which  we used our muscle groups.  I was thinking about this morning,  how much I’m noticing an improvement  in my ab area and it’s because I’m working  my core pretty much every day. Um, I didn’t use  to do this.

    I  was  of the  understanding  that you only  needed to work your  core every other day,  but working at it daily  has been really strengthening  it and I’m noticing a lot more  tightness in that area, especially  after having two kids. That’s a big  deal because I do have a slight separation  in the muscles going down the middle of my stomach.  So I am really excited to have this opportunity to just  focus on my core more on my second free days this week.

    I  chose  AAA from A  Little More Obsessed  and again, using the bands  and the slides are life. I love  the way it makes my muscles feel and  that just adds that extra tension to those  tough to work areas.

    Thank  you Autumn  for blasting  out the fat on  the side of my butt.  I’m working my core in  every single move.

    I  hope this inspires you and gives you some new ideas.  I really hope that  you’re inspired now to  join our group because if  you didn’t know there is a  special running where when you  get Shakeology that I’m obsessed  with, you get a year of all these  workouts for just $10. So hit me up.

  • Mason Jar Salads Tutorial

    Mason Jar Salads Tutorial – Easy to Make Healthy Lunch

    Do I love being in the kitchen?  Um, no. But what I do love it is having healthy foods already prepped that I can grab quickly!

    I have a huge appreciation for whole foods and how much energy they fuel me with.  After going gluten-free over five years ago, I started a secret love affair with salads.  Breaking up with Chonga bagels from Starbucks and sandwiches, salads soon became my bestie.  In my process to lose 40 lbs of baby weight, having a salad a day kept my saddlebags away. The habit still sticks with me today and now I have a more time efficient way of keeping it alive!

    All you need are a few big mouthed mason jars and your favorite salad fixings’ found here: MASON JARS

    If you’re a taco loving girl such as myself, you might just want to add this to your life: FLAVOR GODS TACO SEASONING. It’s the best tasting taco seasoning I’ve ever had!  My kids even noticed how yummy it is!

    The layers go in this order:

    1. Dressing
    2. Hard vegetables like tomatoes and broccoli
    3. Meats or protein
    4. Soft vegetables like cucumbers
    5. Nuts and/or cheese
    6. Lettuce

    These will last up to 4 days in the fridge!  You simply need a bowl and fork to pack with you if you’re leaving for the day!

  • Week 6 Liift 4 Review

    Week 6 Liift 4 Review – A Mom’s Weight Loss Transformation!

    Hey  guys,  so week  six in Liift 4  is still a building  week, which means I’m  going heavier with my weights.  If I could not keep my proper form  and if my elbows slipped and form got  too ugly, I would put the weights down.  I would quickly pick up something lighter just  because form is crucial for me. I also don’t want  to strain my neck because I have an old neck injury  and I really have to protect it and I’m careful with it.

    So  I really  tried to go  hard with my hip  moves and then on Wednesday  my free day, I did a 45 minute  booty day. You saw the move just now.  That was in that and it was amazing. I  used sliders, I used weights, I used bands  and it was actually really fun. So I love having  access to all these workouts and really I just tried  to focus on form.

    There  were a  couple times  I’m like, dang,  it’s dark. It’s winter.  I really just want to pour  a glass of red wine. I just  really had to focus on my water  intake and just kind of getting it  done. I promised myself eight weeks, no  alcohol, I’m finally going to get to have  wine on Thanksgiving.

    I  feel  so much  leaner and  less bloated  and my body feels  like it works better  and I sleep better when  I don’t have the wine. This  is why I’m doing this, and it  may seem extreme to some, I knew  it would get me ahead. It would also  gives me that edge, which we’re always looking  for, that the thing that’s gonna get us a little  bit further in our progress. That makes us feel amazing  and unstoppable.

    So  of course  triple bears  here. Not My favorite,  but I’m getting better at  keeping my knees two inches  off the ground and you can see  I have less middle jiggle, which I’m  really excited about. I think my belly  button is moving north and spray tans are  life. Can I just have a moment of silence for  a good spray tan?!! So join our November Challenge  Group. November is the group. You need to be in it.  You need this plan. It’s amazing. Have a good week.

     

     

  • Stacy’s Favorite Supplements

    Stacy’s Favorite Supplements

    I put together all the supplements I take daily for you.  It’s taken me five years to find my rhythm with it all and some days, when my kids were little, I was lucky to get even one balanced meal in a day!

    The struggle is real but we cannot pour from an empty cup so this quick system I follow makes me feel so much more energized and ready to face the day!  I understand my metabolism is not going to work in my favor anymore so I need to keep it up as well as protect my gut health to ward off disease as much as possible! Having a strong allergy to gluten, I swear my body is more sensitive!

    Here’s my morning to evening plan!

    I start with Mom-crack which is basically my liquid sunshine.  I use it to help with muscle endurance during and a focused energy boost pre-workout.  You can get yours here: MOMCRACK

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    Then I will re-fuel with this superfood shake!  With omegas, Vitamin C, prebiotics and probiotics and 70+ exotic superfoods..it’s my everything shake!  After a couple month of drinking it, I noticed way less bloat, leaner muscle mass and better skin!  It’s my breakfast, or any time throughout the day I need a fast nutrient dense meal: SHAKEOLOGY

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    My exact blend is 12 oz of water, 6 ice cubes, a heaping teaspoon of Powdered Peanut Butter & L-Glutamine:

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    And a handful of spinach.  I blend it in my Blendtec blender and go!

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    Next up, I make sure to get collagen I’m once a day and this has been my go-to lately!  I take 1 Tbsp a day and it helps with repairing all tissues and keeping my hair, skin and nails repaired.  It also helps with muscle repair, retention and recovery. It helps me look and feel younger. This brand is specifically a medical grade and used for chemotherapy patients so their muscles don’t atrophy during treatments.  COLLAGEN

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    My Vitamin D quick fix to up my immune system is this one!  You can drop it in your Shakeology or just right on your tongue.  VITAMIN D

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    I add an extra layer of probiotics to ensure my gut health because I was on a strong dose of antibiotics for what felt like forever a couple years ago..I’m still healing from that.  PROBIOTICS

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    Before bed, Matt and I have been loving this anti-stress drink.  It’s a little fizzy once you mix with hot water but then you give it a stir and enjoy it like a tea.  I do 1 teaspoon in a mug of water. Here’s the link: NATURAL VITALITY NATURAL CALM

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    On the days my workouts are more intense or I sweat a lot, I’ll also utilize the post workout Recover drink and drink it within 30 minutes after my workout.  It prevent muscle soreness and gives my body the exact carb/protein levels I need to get the most from my workout. BEACHBODY PERFORMANCE RECOVER

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    Here’s the hydrate.  Think of it as healthy Gatorade!  This performance line is NSF certified and backed by Ironman.  There are now artificial flavors, colors or sugars. BEACHBODY HYDRATE

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    Before you purchase any of the Beachbody supplements I take, make sure to email me or fill out this form: Find Your Inner Glow so I can tell you about the bundle sale kits to save you money!

    All my best,

    Stace

  • Comfortable Fall Fashion

    Comfortable Fall Fashion

    I had to share this with you girls.

    I had been looking for a long duster that wasn’t too bulky or heavy.  I wanted to wear it with different tanks and leggings, you know, the mom uniform stuff.

    Cardigan

    When I saw this one, I knew it was the perfect material.  It is so comfortable!! CARDIGAN It does run a bit big. I ordered a medium but wish I had a small.  Thanks, Amazon, for supplying everything I will ever need in this life including all things mom style.

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    Spanx

    This looks great with jeans and OTK (over the knee) boots, jean cut-offs with booties, a fitted dress or with basic black leggings.  Speaking of leggings, Spanx are always an excellent choice. This is the pair I have SPANX

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    Next on my list is this pair of Camo Spanx CAMO SPANX because they are black but will have the different shades and design to them.  I can’t begin to tell you how much I love this camo trend I’m seeing everywhere.  Camo is the new black in my world.

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    V-Neck Tank

    Here is an idea of a cute yet simple striped tank to wear with this cardigan, click here, but any tank or t-shirt would work.  The one thing I’m pretty picky about for me is that when I’m wearing tight leggings, my shirt needs to be long enough to cover my “area.”

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    For some reason, I think it looks too revealing when your shirt is too short and your lovely lady lumps are showing.  Wearing an athleisure style is a totally different rule set but if you’re dressing up and rocking this style, you need a tank or t-shirt  long enough.

    My husband actually requested this outfit for our thirteenth wedding anniversary date night.  I’m happy he loves it because the comfort level is high and great for the stretch factor when we’ve had too many drinks and dessert to top it of. I keep forgetting how Amazon is a great place to find unique pieces with affordable pricing.

    I would love to see what you do with this once you get it!  XOXO, Stacy

  • Affordable Holiday Decor

    Affordable Holiday Decor

    Of course the day after Halloween brings a whole new wind in my sails!!  Our family starts to get our Holiday decor out and the kiddos get Christmas fever.  It was a tad embarrassing at first when everyone knew we were decorating so early but now we don’t care!  We jump the gun and now basically give Thanksgiving a quick wave and a smile. We wait to put up outdoor lights until after Turkey day at least!

    It’s been a couple years since I added to our decorations and this year, I got bit by the “flocked tree” bug.  I asked a couple friends, I know had experience in this affordable Holiday decor so I asked them where I could get a smaller tree.  After they told me Walmart, I made every excuse to get there right away.

    This 6 ft tree is only $35 and I was able get lights and a mini tree for our entry way:

    Holiday Time Unlit 6′ Greenwood Pine Artificial Christmas Tree

    It took 3 packs of these lights to string it, make sure you get white wire strands, to go with the flocked tree:

    Set of 100 Warm White LED Mini Christmas Lights 4″ Spacing – White Wire

    But I’ve seen a lot of girls not decorate their flocked trees.

    Our house is smaller and doesn’t have many places for a second Christmas tree but I got creative and saw a spot in our dining room area.  This time of year gets so dark, having extra light in the evenings is a warm welcome.

    While I was there, I saw this little cutie:

    Holiday Time Artificial Christmas Trees Unlit 3′ Snow Burlap Artificial Tree

     

    And bought these battery operated twinkle lights for it:

    GDEALER 4 Pack Fairy Lights Halloween String Lights Battery Operated Waterproof 8 Modes Remote Control 50 Led String Lights 16.4 Ft Copper Wire lights for Bedroom Wedding Christmas Decor Warm White

     

    It’s perfect for our small entry above the stairs and sends light down the hallway.

    Needless to say, we love it all!  Having artificial trees isn’t something I grew up with but I really don’t mind it.  It makes decorating November 1st easier because you don’t have to wait for the Christmas tree lots to open lol!

    I found these plaid pillows and knew they would be the perfect Winter feel in our house:

    Plaid Oversize Square Throw Pillow Black/Red – Threshold™

    Affordable Holiday Decor, holiday pillow,

    As well as this Christmas mural pillow.  It goes perfect with the plaid pair I purchased above.

    Toile Velvet Oversize Lumbar Throw Pillow Black/Cream – Threshold™

    holiday decor, holiday pillow

    A nice front door wreath for under $50 is always a steal.  This one feels lodge-y to me and I love the simplicity:

    Wreath Flocked Pine & Pine Cone – Threshold™

    Affordable Holiday Decor, holiday wreath,

    I hope this inspires you to enjoy all the magic of Christmas a bit earlier this year.  From my family to yours.