Mustard Love | The Malala Fund

Hey guys! Happy New Year! I am excited to be sharing my first post of the year, but also excited because this past year, I barely wore any dresses. If you look in my past archives, dresses are all I wore for a long time, but since then my style has transitioned, and I wear jeans/pants almost every single day. It's nice though, because wearing a dress now feels like a treat! 

Today I am collaborating with Schoola once again(read my last post, here), but wearing a dress donated by Modcloth. I am a huge Modcloth fan, so I love that their items are available through Schoola, which is helping raise money to empower girls through education. 

You can read more about how Schoola is connected here.  

 

Schoola is committed to raising $100,000 for the Malala Fund through the sale of clothing on their site, and have the help of some very generous corporate donors, including ModCloth and Athleta. 

They are offering 70% off retail prices , which is awesome, because these items are completely brand new, and in the process you are helping those in need.

 

You can shop dresses similar to the one I am wearing, or new items from Gymboree, Tea Collection, Modcloth and Athleta, as well as secondhand items donated by individuals.

So, I am sure you're wondering how can you help? You can request your very own Malala bag here (see bag below), to donate clothing on behalf of the Malala Fund, with 40% of proceeds going to help girls gain education around the world. I am sending over some of my gently used clothes, and the best part is that it's free, easy and every little bit helps!

Schoola + The Malala Fund (Donate today!)

One of my favorite things to do, especially around the holidays is to help support organizations that help others. Today I am so happy to be teaming up Schoola who is working with the Malala Fund to help empower girls through education.

You can read more about how Schoola is connected here. 

Schoola is committed to raising $100,000 for the Malala Fund through the sale of clothing on their site, and have the help of some very generous corporate donors, including ModCloth and Athleta. They are offering 70% off retail prices , which is awesome, because these items are completely brand new, and in the process you are helping those in need. You can shop the pants I am wearing, or new items from Gymboree, Tea Collection, Modcloth and Athleta, as well as secondhand items donated by individuals.

 

So, I am sure you're wondering how can you help? You can request your very own Malala bag here, to donate clothing on behalf of the Malala Fund, with 40% of proceeds going to help girls gain education around the world. I am sending over some of my gently used clothes, and the best part is that it's free, easy and every little bit helps!

(photo of bag)

Twirlin' Around

Two days ago I was twirling around the neighborhood in this little number, and today is a torrential downpour. This Spring I decided I am going to be purging my closet and getting rid of pretty much all my old clothes. I am in desperate need for a closet refresh so that's my next plan. I want to use the money I make from my old pieces to buy a new more curated wardrobe.

I have so many things in my closet that probably haven't been touched in over a year, which is sad, but realistic for most women. I even have some things with the tags still on them! My new plan is to make better choices for closet staples, and buy clothes that are flattering to my body type and petite frame. I know you're probably thinking that this "trapeze" dress isn't exactly flattering, but it actually can be more form fitting with a belt to create a synched waist.

Hats and dresses will always be my go-to, but as I get older my style transitions in many different ways. I always love coming across things I used to wear and wondering what made me pick that piece to begin with. For now I will be focusing on bright colors, short hemlines and lots of patterns! What are your spring inspirations this year?

Details: Dress via Modcloth , Fringe Boots via Minnetonka c/o , Karen Walker Sunnies , Marc Jacobs Watch , Hat via Lovely Bird c/o