Author: Big Mama

A few of you (like two) emailed me last week and said, “Please don’t quit doing Fashion Friday” because I hadn’t done Fashion Friday. But I had a good reason. I lost track of my days of the week and didn’t realize it was Friday. This is a side effect of the quarantine/stay at home/shelter in place/groundhog day reality we are all living in right now.

If you’re like me then you really have no idea what day it is from day to day unless you look at a calendar or if it’s April 1 and you realize it’s April Fools Day because everyone on your social media thinks it’s funny to tell their kids they have to repeat a grade next year but your nerves are frayed and you find none of it funny or amusing because these kids are dealing with enough disappointment right now without thinking they have to repeat their senior year of high school.

I’m not sure if you can tell but this has all given me a lot of feelings.

Also, if you’re like me then real pants aren’t a life choice you’re currently making and you’ll worry about your real pants situation when we’re allowed to leave the house again.

Here are a few cute things I found this week while I sat at home for the 400th day in a row.

1. universal thread jogger pants

These have been the winner of the Coronavirus pandemic for me. I ordered them online from Target and they are everything I needed them to be and, thankfully, I’d found toilet paper at HEB earlier in the week so they didn’t have to rise to that occasion.

They are french terry on the inside so a great lightweight jogger option now that the weather is warmer. And they are just $20. I ordered a small and am normally a 4-6 in pants and they fit perfectly.

2. j.crew embroidered puff sleeve top

This top is ambitious for these days but I’m believing that summer days will be our gateway to being able to do things like eat in restaurants again. It’s on sale for $65 and it also comes in white and yellow or navy and white. J.Crew has 40% off everything with the code SPRING at checkout right now so it’s a great time to stock up on basics or anything else you’ve had your eye on.

3. spirit of ’76 tee

T-shirts are my best friend right now because they can live in my closet and I see them every day. I just really like the retro feel of this one and this store has a bunch of cute t-shirt options. This one is $28.

4. junk gypsy take the bull by the horns tee

Speaking of cute t-shirts, I am always a sucker for a new Junk Gypsy tee. This one is $34.95.

5. blank nyc boyfriend denim shorts

These are my very favorite denim shorts. And I’ll let you in on a secret. They come with that cuff, but I cut the part where the hem was sewed in which made them a little longer and also true cutoff shorts which is what I wanted. I love them because they have a ton of stretch and are super soft. They are on sale for $45.56 which is a great deal.

I ordered another brand of denim shorts a few weeks ago that were much more expensive and immediately sent them back because nothing I’ve tried is as good as these.

6. flying varsity crewneck sweatshirt

I’m worried that all the tie-dye stuff is one day going to just serve to remind me of the Coronavirus pandemic. Is it just coincidence that tie-dye became a big trend right as we went into quarantine? Maybe.

All that being said, I’m thankful it’s given us cute sweatshirt options during these times and this one is on sale for $60.90 and I love the color combo. It would look perfect with the Universal Thread joggers from Target I featured up top.

If you had told me in 2019 that I’d be spending a good part of 2020 wearing various sweatsuits around the house like I’m Rocky Balboa, I wouldn’t have believed you. Yet here we are.

7. old navy running shorts

I love these running shorts from Old Navy. They are super soft and comfortable and perfect for walking around the neighborhood on warm days which is what I do for fun these days. They are on sale for $14.

8. old navy tunic tee

I saw these tunic tees on sale and immediately ordered two of them. The length is perfect for leggings and a v-neck is just universally flattering. I love that you can wear them as a layer under something or just by themselves. Right now, it’s 50% off everything at Old Navy so a great time to stock up on basics.

9. gap overalls

Last week I did an instagram story wearing some Gap overalls I bought a few years ago. Several people asked about them which basically validated my decision to wear overalls again. Although, now that I think about it, maybe I took their inquiries as a compliment and it was really more of a judgement. Whatever.

Gap has these overalls right now and they normally $89.95 but it’s 50% off everything at Gap right now. Pro tip: I ordered a tall size in mine because things like this tend to be too short through the torso for me and the tall size gives you a little more room.

10. steve madden rezza white sneakers

I adore these Rezza sneakers and they have been my go-to when I actually put on real shoes these days to make my weekly trip to HEB. They are so comfortable and 35% off with code SPRINGNOW at checkout along with a lot of other spring and summer shoe options.

That’s it for today.

Stay safe, wash your hands, have a good Friday.

Well.

So anything new going on in the world that I should know about? I mean like any pandemics or anything that have caused the entire world to shut down?

This is basically me all the time now.

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And also.

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God willing this next week will bring better news, plenty of toilet paper, and lots of shut in chic lounging clothes to get us through these times. Today I’m here to help with that last thing. You’re on your own for toilet paper. May the odds be ever in your favor.

1. crz yoga lightweight joggers

One of my biggest problems right now is that I have several pairs of joggers that are too warm to wear all day now that the weather has warmed up, yet I am home and want to spend all my time in said joggers.

Narrator: “This was not her biggest problem right now”.

All that to say, I’ve ordered these from Amazon because rumor has it that they are a lightweight, flattering jogger that is super comfortable and this is what you need in a pandemic. They are $28 and come in several color options.

2. lou & grey signature softblend sweatpants

These are about the softest things you could ever wear and perfect for homeschool teachers or people who are stuck at home pretending to be teachers. They are normally $69.50 but 40% off with code QUICK at checkout and come in several color options.

3. lou & grey signature softblend sweatshirt

And if you want the whole comfy shut in chic look, then you can also get the matching sweatshirt. It’s normally $69.50 but 40% off with code QUICK at checkout.

4. joanie harem pants

I’m totally going to get these and make them into my stay at home fancy pants. They are $68 and there is free shipping and free returns at Anthropologie right now.

5. socialite waffle knit pullover

This is such a cute set for eating cheese sticks right out of the deli drawer in your refrigerator while you stand there with the door open trying to figure out what else you want to eat. It’s on sale for $33.

And socialite waffle knit wide leg lounge pants are the matching pants with a wide leg which I love.

They’re on sale for $37.50.

6. aerie ribbed oversize henley

I bought this back in the fall and wear it all the time under cardigans, sweater coats, a denim jacket and just by itself. It is so soft and oversized and will not judge you for eating a whole bag of brownie brittle in one sitting. It’s on sale for $23.97 and comes in several color options.

7. ae fleece oversized hoodie

I ordered this after I featured it last week and it arrived yesterday. It’s been hot and humid here but it’s cooling off this weekend and I will wear this non-stop. It’s like being in a snuggie but in clothing form. It’s on sale for $26.97 and also comes in a pretty lavender that would be perfect for Easter morning when you’re watching church online.

8. ae fleece oversized sweatshirt

This is another great oversized sweatshirt that’s long enough to wear with leggings. It comes in a bunch of color options and is on sale for $26.97.

9. good vibes graphic tee

Because we all need good vibes right now. This is on sale for $25.50.

10. halluci cross band plush house shoes

These have memory foam soles and are so plush and soft. They are $23.99 and come in several color options. If you’re between sizes then I’d size up. These have basically replaced my actual shoes these days and I’m not mad about it.

That’s it for today.

Hope everyone is doing well and staying safe and semi-sane.

Have a good Friday.

Well. How the turns have tabled since last week at this time.

Everything is cancelled.

All of it.

All of things are cancelled.

What does it all mean? Do we even need new clothes at this point? Probably not.

Which is why this leans heavily into sweatpant and sweatshirt territory. This is our reality now. We can just stay home in our sweats and hoard toilet paper. Just like it’s written in the book of Revelation.

Here are some things I found this week while staying home and not going to the mall.

1. shana embroidered swing dress

I found this before I knew the extent of coronavirus cancellations and thought it would be a perfect special occasion dress even though it’s pricey at $188.

On the bright side, maybe it will go on sale sooner rather than later.

2. aerie play pocket and cuff leggings

These are my go-to lounge pants. I wear them around the house and out to run errands all the time. They are soft and comfortable and I cannot recommend them enough.

3. abigail lace blouse

This is really pretty and on sale for $79.95 plus an extra 25% off all sale at Anthropologie.

4. wild safari green maxi skirt

I thought this could make a really cute Easter outfit. You can wear it while you watch your Easter church service online. It’s $62.

5. days away light blue maxi skirt

This is another really pretty skirt. It’s $68.

6. wild fable tie-dye sweatshirt

Now we’re talking. We can tell our grandchildren that we survived the coronavirus pandemic of 2020 wearing a tie dye sweatshirt from Target that costs $22.

7. tie dye twist coverup dress

This is another thing I found thinking about everyone traveling to fun locations for Spring Break. This is a darling coverup. Maybe you can just wear it to the pool in your backyard. It’s $81.

8. creped wrap front dress

This is such a pretty dress. It’s $49.99. It also comes in a beige leaf print.

9. ae fleece oversized sweatshirt

Let’s be honest. This is the perfect thing for a pandemic. It’s on sale for $33.71.

10. ae fleece oversized hoodie

And when one of your sweatshirts gets dirty, you can change into this one. It’s also on $33.71 and comes in a really pretty lavender which would actually be festive for online Easter church services.

That’s it for today. Wash your hands, don’t touch your face, stay safe.

Have a good Friday.