| Skirt – Anthropologie (6 years ago) // Tank + Sweater – Anthropologie // Camera Bag – Jo Totes|
I feel as though the farther I travel on my fitness journey, the more confident I become.
It’s almost as if I lost my sense of who I was in my post baby years.
Now, working out, eating better and living an overall more active lifestyle has almost rejuvinated me.
I know that probably sounds strange.
I’ve even found myself digging around in the far corners of my closet + dusting off some old pieces I love.
Now before you go thinking that I’m fitting into a skirt that I bought in my pre-baby years, let me tell you a secret.
This skirt is a size 2 (I think).
It far from fits me the way it used too.
BUT….
Since loosing almost 2 inches off my waist area since February, I’m able to wear the skirt higher, tuck in my shirt and belt it.
Say what?!
I know, I blew my own mind there a little too.
To top it off, it’s white! A color I’ve long since tried to avoid.
That’s where the confidence comes in. Because I feel good, I love the way I look in my clothes right now.
Confidence comes from the inside and it flows outwards into everything you exude to others.
Even down to the clothes you wear.
I think sometimes as Mama’s we write ourselves off.
We assume that nothing will fit or look good.
We assume we can’t accomplish that goal.
We assume that there’s no reason to even try.
I know, because I used to be that Mama.
But when my friend challenged me to let go of that person,
I felt a tugging + I went for it.
I truly believe you can do the same.
Last week I got measured again + I can’t wait to share my measurements
and some new goals I’m making for myself this month.
Do you have a piece in your wardrobe you’re re-styling for the summer?
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Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
That outfit looks so good on you! Honestly, I think the skirt looks great pulled up high – no-one would know that you used to wear it lower! The belt looks great with it too 🙂
Katie Shannon says
That camera bag is amazing!!
kristine foley says
Totally made my heart happy! You r beautiful inside and out friend! Ure journey is such an inpiration to me. Jumping back on the healthy living train! No excuse to b slacking! I deserve it 😉 Love you!! Seriously LOVE it tucked in and belted!!!
Beautystylegrowth says
That belt pulls the outfit together so nicely. Love the combination
Amy {The Mombot} says
You are looking fabulous, Alissa!
Andrea Worley says
you look great, and your confidence shines through!
Sarah S. says
That’s so awesome Alissa, you look amazing in this outfit.
Sourire11 says
You look amazing! Your story is very inspiring.
Attic 17 says
Look at you, pretty lady.
Glowing!
Laura says
I LOVE this look. You look amazing, girl!
Amber says
you’re glowing ! seriously you look amazing and before I even read the full post I thought ‘ you can tell she feels good because it SHOWS!”
love love love that! and I fully agree – sometimes after having babies we lose ourselves in the ‘momness’ of it all and find it hard to break out of that!
love seeing your journey and how you flourish!
Vicky says
You look great! I absolutely love this outfit and the colors.
I just started a new challenge for four weeks only yesterday. I felt so good yesterday that despite being sore today I”m willing to go again.
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Kristin says
Loving that bag lady!
Amanda says
So cute! I absolutely love the cardigan/sweater. And the whole color combo is just fresh and pretty. 🙂
Marisa says
That is so true! I started stretching out my fashion boundaries and got a COLORED shorts and a WHITE shirt. Whoa! Then I fell in love with it and has been perfect for my summer errands. The bag you feature is great too!
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Shon says
Looking good! Keep up the great work!
I love this look, the colors and shoes work really well rounding it all out.
Manda says
Last summer I bought these dark teal skinnies at Target for $8. I can finally fit into them this year. And its a joyous feeling.
You look wonderful!!
Melaina25 says
That bag is amazing!
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