Tara Jane Style

Today is February 1st, which means I have successfully completed my personal “No Shop January ” challenge.

What were the rules? Just one: buy nothing new.

That may seem like a novel concept, but I’m an emotional shopper and this time of year is especially hard on me. The anxiety and stress of the holiday season coupled with short days and the end of year “did I accomplish enough” blues takes it’s toll and it’s hard not to do something that gives me temporary relief – like the dopamine high shopping does.

What were the end goals?

• Fall back in love with my wardrobe
• Help reprioritize saving vs spending
• Lastly – the most important reason – refocus on finding positive ways to be present in my feelings

Did I succeed? Yes. Do I feel like I met my goals? Double yes. It was especially fun to put together some more “classic” outfits vs. fast fashion.

Below are my 7 favorite outfits from the month.

Shop all the outfits below on my LTK.it

Outfit 1: Cute & Comfortable

Quality joggers, a soft sweatshirt, and comfortable kicks will ALWAYS be a winner.

Sweatshirt: H&M

Joggers: Athleta

Shoes: Nike

Outfit 2: Monochromatic

When in doubt – stick with an outfit that uses the same color palette.

Sweatshirt: H&M

Jeans: Gap

Jacket: Old Navy

Boots: TOMS

Purse: Portland Leather

Necklaces: GLDN

Outfit 3: Edgy Casual

This outfit can work for anything from errands all the way to a girls night or even a concert.

Shacket: Amazon

Leggings: ASSETS x SPANX

Shirt: BOOHOO Ramones

Sunglasses: DIFF

Boots: Dr. Martens

Outfit 4: Business Casual

I get that this outfit may not be business appropriate for everyone, but you can easily change out the leggings for different pants and you’re set.

Leggings: Aerie

Turtleneck: Amazon

Sweater: Loft

Boots: TOMS

Tote: Portland Leather

Outfit 5: Upscale Comfortable

The recipe here is pretty similar to outfit one, except in this outfit instead of joggers you’re wearing jeans so you can feel more put together haha

Sweatshirt: LULUSIMON

Jeans: Express

Boots: TOMS

Outfit 6: 90s Inspired

The 90s are back so if you want to get on the trend, but still stay modern, I very much recommend finding yourself a plaid skirt ASAP.

Skirt: SheIn

Bodysuit: Abercrombie & Fitch

Sweater: Amazon

Tights: Amazon

Boots: Dr. Martens

Necklaces: Miranda Frye (use code TARA10 for 10% off)

Outfit 6: Date Night

All black with a statement skirt – perfect for any date night or fancy event.

Skirt: Target

Sweater: Gap

Tights: Amazon

Boots: TOMS

Purse: Coach Outlet

Let me know which style type you like best.

XOXO, Tara