Forward Thinking: The Girly What-If's

(Preface: I do not believe in molding girls to put stock soley in their appearance. I do believe in taking care of yourself and having fun with fashion.)

What if our next baby is a girl? We'll be all frills, THAT's what! My mind has been playing around with all the girly what-if's lately. Of course, I'd be happy with another boy. But, if we have a girl next, the frilly prissiness in me is bound to come out. In full effect. With ruffles. And glitter.

Three fashion trends caught my eye recently, and I have to share.

First, the petticoat:

Source: zulily.com via Melody on Pinterest

Oh, the petticoat! All you gender stereotype analytics, take a break for a moment. I LOVED getting all dressed up when I was little, and if I have a girl, I want her to have that experience too. And if this turns out to be something she likes to wear to show her personality and be independent, then I'm for it. I will not force her into to. I will get one and let her try, and if she doesn't like it, she will not wear it.

Second, the ruffled romper:

Source: babylacerompers.com via Melody on Pinterest

Can you imagine anything more vintage chic?! So. Beautiful. And easy for summer.

Third, baby leggings:

Source: babylegs.com via Melody on Pinterest

I've already started Noah with a couple pairs, but I just LOVE these newborn ones, and some come with ruffles! And, wait for it...baby leggings WITH the petticoat! *sigh* Pure girly fashion heaven.

Optical Revolution

I wear sunglasses like a vampire afraid of the daylight. Every day. Every time I go outside. Even just to get the mail. Not only am I trying to shield my eyes from UV rays and prevent (as much as possible) my mother-inherited worry/squinty line, but I'm a wuss when it comes to bright light. And loud sounds, but that's beside the point. For years, the only kind of sunglasses I would wear have had thick, brown plastic frames.

pic from Microsoft clipart

Don't get me wrong, I love these glasses. Very fashion-friendly. Cute on everyone. Make you feel like Julia Roberts. But, I thought these were the only kind that looked good on me. Time after time, I tried thinner framed glasses without success. I just always felt more comfortable the more sunglasses covered my face, like the thicker the frames the better the shade. I just dealt with the heat and sweat on my face from all that coverage thinking, "Well, that's just how sunglasses are with me." Then, fashion turned to aviators. I've ALWAYS wanted to try these but ALWAYS looked ridiculous in them. For some reason, the lower-dropped lenses look funny on my face. So, after my son broke my thick, brown plastic-framed glasses, I decided to venture out into the aviator world just one more time. Again, they looked ridiculous. Attempt after attempt, I felt not only that the lenses looked weird but that they just wouldn't block much sun because of the thin, wire frames. But then...I found THESE! (enter: hallelujah choir music)

Target, $8

THESE aviators have shorter lenses, so they don't sit as far down on my cheeks and make me look funny.
THESE aviators have dark enough lenses, so they actually block the sun.
THESE aviators are the most comfortable sunglasses I've ever worn! No more hot, sweaty face, cuz (WHAT?!) the thin, wire frames actually allow your face to breathe! And, here's the kicker...
THESE aviators were only 8 bucks!!!!!
(sigh of satisfaction)
Target aviators, I love you.
So, for the first time in my life, a fashion-current item is working for me, not breaking my bank, and keeping me comfortable. Who knew?!!
It's the little things.