Melina Solid Pleated Dress curated on LTK

Want the look of an hourglass silhouette? There’s one thing to remember: it’s all about the waist. Wearing a 0 in the pleated dress and XS in the maxi

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Melina Solid Pleated Dress | MILLY

Milly Melina Solid Pleated Dress | Neiman Marcus

Milina Micropleat Sleeveless Dress | Nordstrom

The Somerset Maxi Dress | Anthropologie (US)

The Somerset Maxi Dress | Anthropologie (US)

The Somerset Maxi Dress | Anthropologie (US)

The Somerset Maxi Dress | Anthropologie (US)

Everything I ordered from my Old Navy try-on over on IG stories + what I bought & kept for my toddler son

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Wearing S tee / 25 short jeans / 0 blazer

Navigating the looser denim trend can feel a little tricky if you have hips like me. Here are my tips ↓

💛 Do:
• Opt for mid or high-rise cuts to enhance your shape.
• Use a belt to accentuate the waist.
• Layer with long, lean jackets for a sleek silhouette.

👎🏼 Don’t:
• Slip into super low-rise jeans just because they’re trendy.
• Choose cropped boxy jackets that can disrupt your proportions.

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Wearing a size S shirt / 25 jeans / kids size 6 Sambas sneakers

When our family from Atlanta visited, a trip to the Safari Park was a must. Here's the scoop on what I wore:

💛 $10 Comfy Tee: I now have this tee in six different colors. It’s ultra soft and perfectly snug.

💛 Jacket Staple: I’ve had this safari jacket for years. If you don’t have one yet I highly recommend adding to cart.

💛 Lasting Lippie: I’ve been lining my lips and then filling them in with liner so color that stays all day. I just reapply gloss for a bit of shine.

💛 Go-To Mom Bag: This hands-free bag is a lifesaver. It's spacious yet tiny—perfect for busy moms on the move.

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My fave one piece! Wearing a size P (their version of xs).

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I’m wearing a XS in the pleated dress (but a S would have been a better fit). And I’m wearing a size 2 in the gown.

Wedding season is here! If you’re a pear shape with wider hips like me, I've got you covered with my top tips for finding the perfect evening dress!

💛 Say yes to
• flowy dresses
• a-line shapes
• anything that accentuates the waist
• gowns with volume on bottom

👎🏼 Avoid
• drop waists
• fitted column dresses

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Wedding season is here! If you’re a pear shape with wider hips like me, I've got you covered with my top tips for finding the perfect evening dress!

💛 Say yes to
• flowy dresses
• a-line shapes
• anything that accentuates the waist
• gowns with volume on bottom

👎🏼 Avoid
• drop waists
• fitted column dresses

All these dresses are under $250

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Wearing a size S in the shirt & 25 extra short in jeans because I wanted them cropped 🤍

A beautiful day at the Flower Fields called for some timeless mommy & me fashion. Reflecting on past visits, I fondly remember going matchy-matchy in white button-downs and jeans with my mom. This time, it was all about coordinating with my son.

💛 Style Hack: Always zip up your jeans after tucking in your button-down for a smoother look.

💛 Hair Hack: My life-changing cordless curler lets me touch up my hair anywhere, making styling effortless post-motherhood.

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H&M try-on over on stories - wearing S in tee & linen shorts
I would say size down in jeans and up in everything else

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All about dresses that accentuate the waist!

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Target dress try-on over IG stories - wearing XS in all - all on sale for under $30 through 4/13!

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These 3 dress styles work on (almost) every body type. Wearing xs in all. Maxi and mini run tts. The midi lace one runs on the smaller side

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Uncomfortable wearing fitted dresses because of your hips? You’re not alone 🙋🏻‍♀️ here is on of my style tips, no shapewear needed:
💛 Look for dresses with ruching on the sides

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Uncomfortable wearing fitted dresses because of your hips? You’re not alone 🙋🏻‍♀️ here is on of my style tips, no shapewear needed:
💛 Go for dresses that are fitted on top and flow out into an A-line shape

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Dress Dos: wearing xs in both beige & blue 💛

Uncomfortable wearing fitted dresses because of your hips? You’re not alone 🙋🏻‍♀️

Here are two tried and true style tips, no shapewear needed:

💛 Look for dresses with ruching on the sides

💛 Go for dresses that are fitted on top and flow out into an A-line shape

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What we wore to a day at the Japanese friendship museum • Sizing deets for me: 0 in pants (I sized down) & XS in sweater

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Safari greens for a play date at the safari park zoo. I have this jacket in multiple colors (so good!). I’m wearing a size xs. My jeans and top sold out but I think the similar ones for you.

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Wearing a size S in pants and XS sports bra - everything runs tts

💛 STYLE TIP: Want to make any outfit look more polished? Make it monochromatic! And don’t worry about perfectly matching when you dress in one color from head to toe. I did all different shades of blue with my activewear look.

💛 MOM STYLE TIP: Look for workout bottoms that have roomy pockets, perfect for storing bottles or toy cars. Mine are on sale for only $23!

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These pants are so comfy. I have them in so many colors. They run tts in the regular fabric, but these faux leather run a little small so I sized up. Just paired with a T-shirt, cardigan, and sneakers for a quick trip up to LA for the day.

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Girls night out when the dress code is comfy but feel cute: sweater dresses! You can rent my exact one (runs tts)

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I have three of these tie neck blouses. They’re always my go-to when I want to look professional, polished and feminine. {wearing size S} - also highly recommend these pumps. I have them in a few colors and they’re really comfy for the height! Run tts

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3 white tees I wear on repeat
Talbots size P
Old Navy size S
Abercrombie size S

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What we wore to Disneyland - I’m wearing a size S in the sweatshirt and 2 in the jeans 💛

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Use code ANTHRO20 for 20% off (ends 3/11). Wearing size xs

#LTKSpringSale

Use code AFLTK for 20% off the jeans (ends 3/11). Sizing deets:
Light wash: 25 extra short
Medium wash: 25 short
Taupe: 26 (sized up for a baggier fit)

#LTKSpringSale

Everything in my Abercrombie try- on Insta Stories - use code AFLTK20 for 20% off through 3/11

#LTKSpringSale

I have the Collette pants in 6 different variations because they’re THAT good! Use code ANTHRO20 for 20% OFF till Monday 3/11! - For sizing reference, I’m wearing 25 in the cropped and full length versions. And I’m wearing a 26 petite in the faux leather because I found the material to fit a little smaller. I would have done 26 regular but they were sold out. So they’re just a little more cropped than the others.

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Everything I used for a quick glow this morning - shop Tarte at 30% off with code tarteLTK30 and Elf at 40% with code LTKSPRING through Monday 3/11!

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Old Navy try on over on IG - almost everything is 30% off right now
Here are the sizes I’m wearing:
Jeans: 2 short
Sweatshirt: petite S
Shorts: S
Tees: S
Black tank: xs
Skirt: S

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Coordinating in denim with my toddler for his birthday! I’m wearing a xs in this top (on sale for $14!!!!) and 25 short in the jeans

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Rainy day yoga outfit: layered am oversized denim shirt (this was actually my maternity shirt) over this super affordable activewear jumpsuit (wearing size xs). I’ve had this rain trench coat for years. London Fog makes great ones! These are my fave rain boots. Super comfy and now on sale

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Old navy try-on + toddler boy haul over on my IG stories - wearing xs jumpsuit, S top & 2 petite jeans

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Game day outfit with my boys - go Chiefs! - wearing size 2 P in the jeans and I got the kids version of the Sambas (size 6 since I wear a size 7 sneaker)

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Rainy day workout blues (wearing size S in all)

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Faux cream leather looks as chic as white pants but is way easier to clean! Wearing size 26 petite

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Make your workout gear look more chic with shiny leggings to get the look of faux leather and by swapping your sweatshirt for a machine washable sweater (wearing a size S in the legging)

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