HeyJaredAn Unquenchable Thirst for Color
I’m a Gen Xer full time working mom of 3 with eclectic tastes, opinions on everything, and I’m constantly seeking out off-the-beaten-path fashion inspiration. I also write about knitting, life, or whatever I'm hyper-fixated on that week.
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Something Vintage, Something New, Something Blue (and Turquoise, too.) (opens the original)
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I saw an expensive Doen skirt and got mad at the price... (opens the original)
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So here’s the thing: Even though I appreciate it as a pattern, I don’t really like to wear plaid, and while I am a fan of fringe on others, I can only handle it in small doses on myself. It feels fussy, like I need to buy a fringe comb to make sure it doesn’t tangle or knot up. So color me shocked when I saw a skirt that combined both plaid and fringe and it piqued my interest:<a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!nCd0!,f_auto,q_auto
Secondhand finds, Firsthand realizations (opens the original)
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I’ve been using ShopMy the last few posts for all of my links. It’s a great way to see what drives interest, even if you’re making small potatoes from the actual sales. The entire process has been pretty eye-opening for me as a Substack writer. When I first started using affiliate links, there was a hot moment or two when I was tempted to write listicles that featured high commissioned pieces, but that wouldn’t be true to why I’m here on Substack in the first place and it would definitely be som
Don’t Dream It, Be It. (opens the original)
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Zhush Up Your Life (or at least your wardrobe...) (opens the original)
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