Author: Big Mama

As of 2:00 today I’ll be in Amarillo for an event to benefit Amarillo Angels which is an organization that supports foster care. It’ll be a combination of the Big Boo Podcast live and the Popcast with Knox and Jamie. All that to say, it probably won’t be very fun at all and we’ll hardly laugh even a little bit.

So, I still need to pack and shower and find all the travel size toiletries that I haven’t used since after I finished my last speaking event last spring and therefore this will be brief.

Here are some cute things I found this week even though it’s still way too hot for me to care what I look like at least 98% of the time.

1. ines peasant blouse

This is a really cute top and it’s on sale for $49.95 but with an extra 40% off sale items. It comes in two other colors and I saw it in person at Anthro. The neckline is low so it will definitely need something under it, but it is very, very cute.

2. designed to align navy multi-stripe sweater

I love a cute sweater and this one fits the bill. It would be cute with a pair of joggers or equally cute dressed up with black skinny jeans. It’s $48.

3. gillian printed kimono

This kimono is great because you could wear it now and then layer it over all black when the weather cools off. I love the pop of fuschia. It’s on sale for $79.95 but an extra 40% off.

4. mock neck tunic shell

This is a great basic layering piece. I love that it’s long enough to wear over leggings and that you can use it to wear under a jacket or sweater or just wear it by itself. I mean, you need to have pants on but you could wear it by itself with pants. It’s $49.50 and it also comes in maroon

5. leopard print ponte leggings

Speaking of leggings and pants, these are so cute and would look darling with the shell featured above and then later with an oversize black sweater. They are $59.50 but currently 40% off.

6. the merly jacket

This is still my favorite purchase of last year. I wear mine all the time and it’s the perfect accessory for so many outfits. It’s $148 but it’s a classic piece.

7. coterie embroidered tunic

This is pricey at $170 and I’m hoping it will go on sale. But this blue color is too pretty to keep to myself.

8. parvati lace top

I tried this on in Anthro yesterday and it’s much cuter in person. I love that it’s very soft and just feels like a t-shirt, yet it’s dressier than a t-shirt. It’s also a good length if you want something that hits right below your waist yet doesn’t require a tuck in. It’s $68.

9. bp layered chain necklace

On Real Housewives of New York, Tinsley wears this layered chain necklace that I’ve always loved. And I’m betting hers is out of my price range. But this one is $39 and it also comes in silver.

10. crz yoga high waist workout leggings

This is a long story, but the short version is someone hacked into my Amazon account and they ordered some things that somehow still came to my address because I guess they were smart enough to hack into my account but not smart enough to change the shipping address. I don’t know. But they sent me a pair of these leggings and I kept them because it felt like it was meant to be. They are so buttery soft and comfortable and come in a ton of color options. They are $24-$26.

P.S. I sent the other stuff back after a whole lot of hassle and trying to figure things out and nothing else was as good as these leggings.

That’s it for today.

Have a good Friday.

Current mood as I wait for the 2:30 kickoff to the A&M vs. Clemson game on Saturday.

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Although in full disclosure, Caroline has a soccer game at 1:00 so I’m going to have the set the DVR and start the game late and avoid all social media until I’m caught up.

I just know that I’m ready for the weekend. This week brought a case of food poisoning, credit card fraud and two dead car batteries. It wasn’t my favorite.

But here are some cute things I found:

1. feels for fall grey striped sweater

I realize it’s hard to think about sweaters right now, but we will all be so happy to have this cute oversized stripe sweater on that glorious day in November…okay, December…when the weather finally cools off enough to wear it. It’s $46.

2. spanx camo print leggings

I love these camo print leggings and you know nothing sucks you in like some Spanx. These are $68 and also come in black and leopard print.

3. noreen waterproof knee high boot

A waterproof boot that actually looks nice is a revelation for your shoe wardrobe. I bought a pair last year and wore them even more than I thought I would. These are 40% off and on sale for $143.96 They also come in black. Reviews say to size up a half size.

4. back from the mountains fiesta red midi dress

This midi dress is so cute and the color is perfect for fall. You could wear this with booties and have the perfect fall outfit. It’s $68.

5. aerie spring street hoodie

I’m addicted to Aerie sweatshirts because they are inexpensive and so dang soft. This one is oversize and on sale for $35. It’s long enough for leggings and comes in several color options.

6. aerie chenille turtleneck

I bought one of these chenille turtlenecks last year and wore the heck out of it. It’s so soft, long enough for leggings and on sale for $41.96.

7. message received tiered top

This is a great top for fall to wear with leggings or skinny jeans. It’s $46 and comes in several color options including burnt orange for my Longhorn sisters.

8. a new day colorblock cardigan

This is so similar to a Madewell cardigan but significantly less expensive. It’s $27.99 and also comes in a navy stripe and some solid color options.

9. avalyn microsuede laser cut bootie

I saw these booties at Target the other day and tried them on to see if they were comfortable. Good news! They are super comfortable and a perfect neutral for all your fall and winter outfits. They are $37.99.

10. fashion classification wine top

When I saw this online I really liked it and figured after the week I’ve had that I could use a wine top. Then I realized that “wine top” referred to the color. So, whatever, I could use a wine “wine top” especially because wine is also known as Aggie maroon. This is $40 and it also comes in emerald green and black but you could still call it your wine top if you wanted to.

That’s it for today.

Have a good Friday.

I apologize in advance if I post anything obnoxious and/or dramatic on Twitter during the A&M game. Except not really.

I’m finishing this up while watching the Aggies play Texas State and so it’s going to be quick. The good news is we are currently up 14-0 and so I’m feeling fairly relaxed even though I have some concerns about our offensive line.

Here are some cute things I found this week:

1. j.crew utility rain jacket

I love a yellow rain jacket because it just seems like it’s what God intended rain jackets to be. It’s like sunshine on a cloudy day. This one is a great length and fit, plus it’s 50% off and on sale for $59.

It comes in other colors in case yellow isn’t your thing.

2. chic perspective beige sweater

This is a great sweater with cute ruffle detail. I like that it could be dressed up for the office or dressed down with jeans and booties. It’s $60.

3. cozy boyfriend pocket sweater with monogram

This is the kind of thing I will live in when the weather cools off. I love a monogram and I love that it’s long enough to wear with leggings. It would also make a great Christmas gift if you are the kind of person who thinks about these things in September.

It’s $40 and comes in several color options.

4. camo print pullover

I actually own this and love it. It’s a waffle knit so lightweight and super soft. And it’s long enough to wear with leggings. The fit is oversized so you may want to keep that in mind. It’s $38.

5. striped duster cardigan

This comes in a few stripe options, but I like this one. It would look great over a simple black t-shirt dress when the weather cools off. Or perfect to wear with jeans and a tee. It’s $44.

6. talulah oversized grey tee

Shop Talulah is one of my new favorite places to shop online. They have new arrivals every Tuesday night and I bought this shirt a few weeks ago. It’s long enough to wear with leggings with an asymmetrical hem, but looks really cute tied in a knot on the side. It also comes in white and it’s $32.

7. gibson hi sugarplum tie front skirt

I’ve had my eye on this skirt and now it’s on sale for $35.40. I love it in all the colors and patterns but this pink could be really cute paired with black and a denim jacket for fall. The reviews say to size up so keep that in mind.

8. dolce vita wedge slip on sneaker

These wedge sneakers are everywhere this fall and these are a great deal at $79.99. They also come in dark gray.

9. vivaldi textured tie neck tunic

This is on sale for $59.95 but there’s an extra 50% off all sale items at Anthro. Keep in mind that it’s all final sale. However, this tunic might be worth the risk. I can see it paired with skinny jeans and boots for the fall. And it’s hard for me to resist a crisp white shirt.

10. free people smocked shoulder top

Macy’s has a ton of stuff on sale for Labor Day, including some Free People things at 50% off. This top is just $34.00 until Monday, September 2 and comes in several other colors.

That’s it for today.

Have a good Friday.

Also, the Aggies are now up 21-0 and our offensive line looks better. I knew you’d want to know.