“She doesn’t wear fur because she is cold, she wears fur because she is glamorous.”
-Ken Downing
Like my New Years, this outfit is pretty busy! I decided I wanted to put all they style elements I’m digging right now into one look.
However, unlike putting everything into this outfit, I wouldn’t try putting
EVERYTHING into your life!
For me, 2017 is going to be all about saying NO.
Hear me out, life can be so full of everything and anything that it can be #HARD to manage it all and keep your sanity at the same time. So I’m not going to. I’m done with feeling like I always have to do everything. I will not constantly overextend myself, or say yes because I feel I must.
I’m going to spend this year learning what is really important and what does not hold any value in my life.
This outfit might mix camo, paisley, fur and bell sleeves as my favourite style features, but my life is going to hold #GOD, #FAMILY and #GENUINEFRIENDS (you know what I’m talking about….); I’m letting go of:
Societal pressure: With the advent of social media (especially with being a #BLOGGER), there is soooo much pressure from society to make every aspect of your life perfect. I don’t want to spend 2017 pretending mine is!
Pressure of tradition: I do things far to often because that’s how I always have or my family always has. Yes, at times this can be good, at other points, it’s time to throw that shawl off and forge your own path.
Gender pressures: Let’s be honest, as #WOMEN we are expected to do it all and handle it all. I don’t need to do twice as much as any man to show I’m just as good, and I won’t.
Kisses to each of you and to 2017! Let’s get this year started right, so we can finish it even stronger.
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That jacket is the cutest and I’m loving the print of your dress too darling! Hope the start of 2017 has been fabulous for you!
Helen xx
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Absolutely love this outfit girl! The camo is beaut & I love how you mixed the prints! xx
Alicia
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Hi Kait, love this blogpost! Your coat is amazing and love your message! So inspiring!
Love the color of this jacket and the fur really makes it pop! Love your message about the pressures on women, it’s so true and looked over! Hopefully that will change soon.
Chelsea
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I totally agree with you! It only will though if we each make a decision to change it. Hugs, Kait
You look adorable and I love the message behind this post! I need to let go of social pressures too!
Kyla
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It is so hard to do that! Thanks for reading babe. Hugs, Kait
I am SO beyond obessed with this camo and fur combo, I love it! I am always so bundled. I need to invest in a jacket like this!
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I feel the same way about it! This one has been my cold weather go to this year! Have a fantastic week! Hugs, Kait
such a cute, fun look for the chilly weather! I love your fun photos! That camo jacket looks so warm and toasty. Love how you’ve styled this look.
Ellie
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You’re so sweet babe! Thank you for your kind comment! Hugs, Kait
That’s a great jacket!! And you are so right, saying no is an important thing to do.
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Yet it’s still so hard to do!!! ? Hugs, Kait
That camo jacket is to die for, and you have styled it to perfection my dear! Hope you’re having a wonderful week xo, sharon
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Thank you so much babe! I hope your week is going well. Hugs, Kait
You are such a cutie! I had loved this outfit on you on Instagram. And I am totally loving your goal for the year, that is so amazing, great attitude to have, good luck hun!
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Thank you so much babe! I love that you hopped over from Instagram. Hugs, Kait
Great post! Blogger’s life is definitely tough and the most important thing is to be yourself. I really love this camo jacket! The fur detail adds a lot to it.
Xoxo,
Gabi
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You’re right, it’s definitely the most important! Hugs,Kait
That coat looks SO cozy!
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It really is! Hugs, Kait
This is such a wonderful post, beauty! First off, I LOVE that camo parka! It’ such a great piece, as it goes perfectly with everything! I also could’t agree or relate more to everything you’ve shared here that you’re looking to change this year. I, too, need to learn to say no and to not overwork myself either. I’m one of those people that almost need permission to take breaks because I’d feel guilty otherwise, that definitely needs to exchange, especially that now I’m pregnant! Thanks so much for sharing and for always keeping it real with us, you’re so relatable, so reading your posts really does feel like talking to a friend 🙂 I hope you’re having a wonderful week so far, beauty!
XO,
Jalisa
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The guilt is, unfortunately, all too real. We shouldn’t be though! We are only human and need to give ourselves a pat on the back and a break. I’m so excited for you and your new addition babe!!! They are going to be the most styling wee one. Have a wonderful week babe! Hugs, Kait
Love that coat and the way you styled it! Your outlook on 2017 is so good and so refreshing!
Shannon
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Thank you babe! I definitely think it’s something everyone can relate to. Hugs, Kait
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Thank you babe! This coat is by far my fav. Hugs, Kait
Love that coat! So cute and warm!
xo Jessica
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Thank you gorgeous!! You really need a warm coat up in NYC right now. Stay warm!!! Hugs, Kait
That coat is so fun! I love how you pattern played!
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Thanks so much babe! Have a great week. Hugs, Kait
These are great goals. I definitely have felt the blogger pressures for everything to be picture-perfect 24/7!
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Right?! It’s impossible and life draining to live up to. Thanks for reading babe! Hugs, Kait
This coat is super cute! I really want it in my closet!
xoxo Mandy
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I LOVE it. It goes with everything believe it or not, and the torso is fur lined so it’s super duper warm. Hugs, Kait
how cute!
loving the camo coat and the fur trim! so nice!
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Thanks so much babe! Hugs, Kait
this is such a cute dress and love your silly expression!
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Hehe thank you babe! Hugs, Kait
Great goals babe! Learn to say no is very important. I learnt this hard way. Definitely started implementing that.
Love your outfit. You look amazing.
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It’s a lesson I keep learning and forgetting…. this is the year it sticks! Hugs, Kait
Love your jacket! And amen to your goals this year!
XO Amanda John
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Thank you so much gorgeous! I hope you have a great 2017! Hugs, Kait
Obsessed with your jacket!!
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I am too!!! Hugs, Kait
YESS loved this post. It’s so easy to think you need to say yes to everything and overextend yourself, to then get completely burnt out. I am so guilty of this! Definitely need to learn to say no.
Love the paisley and camo combo, you look adorable!
Xoxo Amber
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Yes! I think that every woman does this, it almost seems impossible not to at times. I think being aware is the first step towards NOT overextending. Have a great week gorgeous! Hugs, Kait
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I love this print mixing & I think I need this coat!
xo!
Shelby
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This coat is by far my fav- the whole torso is lined with faux fur and sooooo warm! Hugs, Kait
Oh my gosh this is one totally badass post! You, girlfriend, are a go-getter, and I like it haha! Way to focus on the really important things this year, and lay off all the insanity that life and peers throw our way. Looks like you’ve got a great handle on what your future will hold – and a great handle on fun fashion! I’m loving how you mixed so many great things into one look and still made it so cute!
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You are just so sweet and your comment totally made my day!!! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and I hope you have an equally kickass year babe. Hugs, Kait
I love this post and I love your goals for the year! There is so much pressure from gender, to traditions, to what your supposed to do, to everything and this year I love that you are taking a step back and just being you. Such great inspiration and I’m going to follow along with that too and bring some of that into my life as well. xo Jen http://abeautifulinspiration.com
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I love hearing that I’m not the only one who feels like I can’t and don’t everything. I wish you the best of luck this year! Hugs, Kait
ah this is exactly what i needed to read today!!!!
i agree – I’m gonna have to work on saying no this year too and making sure i prioritize what i actually want to say yes to!!!
xoxo
Victoria
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Yay! I’m so glad you took something away from it. It always amazes me how ‘no’ is the smallest word and the hardest to say. Hugs, Kait
I’m loving this look! Everything pairs so well together! In love the the shoes!!
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Thanks so much! I totally wear these non stop. Hugs, Kait
you have some great goals set for this year! you go girl and i am loving that coat xx toby http://www.poshandspicy.com
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Thanks so much Toby!! I hope you’re staying warm in NY. Hugs, Kait
Love this camo jacket and how you styled it! Such a cute look!
xO – Steph
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Thanks so much girl! Hugs, Kait
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