Outfits Not Just Clothes

I am now officially 9 months pregnant! And the 9th month is a FULL month, both in that at the END of the 9th month is when the baby comes, and I'm feeling very "full". I've said to several friends that it feels like my body is in a vise's grip from tits-to-crotch. Not the most eloquent description, but extremely apt. Here are my top 9 outfits, one each from the past 9 months, which I like to think show my body's progression, while maintaining my personal style aesthetic. Links to the original posts under each pic.  From Outfit Inspiration to Outfit Reality  A classic for me, bright cropped pants, striped shirt, blazer, heels. I've worn variations of this outfit for, literally years. It suits me so well, and I think is still fresh and fun with the mix of colors.  And I'm pretty sure I didn't know yet I was prego at this point, still very early days. Preppy Badass This is from back in late April, when I DID know about my condition,...

I may be on vacation at the moment, but I'm thinking of the future, in particular the wedding I'm attending back home next month. A ton of high school friends will be there. Some I am dying to hang out with, while others I'm hoping to make a bit jelly... Regardless, an outfit is required. I mentioned the idea of wearing a summer suit in this post . But now I'm feeling more of killer-blow-them-away dress.   I'm also thinking I may have to call in the big guns and utilize the services of Rent the Runway .  1.   Elie Tahari   Love the pattern here. The user reviews & pics lead me to believe this will be quite flattering on my body type.     2.   Kate Spade   This is so groovy and I love the use of a statement necklace in this look. But, I'm wondering if I'm not attracted to the overall styling of the picture for the website or if I really like the dress on its on.     3.  Milly ...

 A few weeks back Lucky had an online feature: 10 Easy Ways to Dress Like a French Girl and I conveniently had a few of these "easy ways' already in my closet. Grey Jeans Embellished Sweatshirt  Black Blazer Flats above images via www.luckymag.com So here's my take! blazer- Banana Republic , sweatshirt-Forever21(similar here ), jeans-Anthropologie(similar here ), shoes-Zara(similar here) I don't know how "French" this is, but it makes a fun Sunday adventure outfit.  Mr. Keller and I checked out some food trucks. coat- H&M , bag- Longchamp via Ebay It was on the chilly side and I don't think I'd wait in line for 25 minutes for a taco again, unless the temperature is 50 or above. Oh spring... it feels like you'll never get here.   

This past weekend I had quite an outfit challenge.  It seems that everyone decided that Saturday, February 23rd was THE day to schedule everything! Mr. Keller's brother and sister-in-law were in town so we all met up at their Grandparents' church for the annual ethnic food festival at 5.  Then my good friend's book party started at 6:30, another friend's birthday party started at 9 and we really wanted to check out the Speakeasy at the William Penn with said brother and sister-in-law.  All these events meant I had to put together one outfit that would be appropriate for each occasion, flattering, and in line with my general outfitting aesthetic.  Here were the top three options:  Mixed Patterns Bow-tie Outfit shirt / jacket -Gap, trousers / belt -Jcrew, bowtie- American Apparel , heels- Forver 21 Hello cropped trousers, you know I love 'em! Paired with a teacup pattern blouse and a bow-tie Sparkle Stripes Outfit  top -Jcrew, ...