Coming up and Working it

Wondering what is coming up and next for Working It? Wondering why the last POW took so long? Here are my great plans, some background, and a sneak peek or five.

First, what happened this summer?

Stitch Fix: Leena Printed Skirt by Renee C, Visperas Crochet Back Top by Skies are Blue, SeaVees sneakers.

Due to a combination of a busy summer and health issues, Working It took a back seat in my life. This blog is a labor of love for style, dressing well, building confidence, and helping people out—along with for my love of cabi and great clothes and outfits. I don’t get paid for it and take time away from other things to do it. In many ways, this is my “me time.” Sometimes we don’t have time or energy for “me time,” and I didn’t this summer. My focused moved to my family and my health. This may happen sometimes. Unless/until I get paid to do this full time, I may need to take breaks and focus elsewhere. Know I’m still here and probably thinking about things to do with the blog and my next post!

Second, what is next for Working It?

SeaVees sneakers via Stitch Fix, Pleated Star Skirt from Canvas by Land's End,
Kate McKinnon Simple Portrait Sleeveless Tank Top by Kazarr from Amazon, Holtzmann's ScrewU Necklace by inspiredbyfandom on Etsy, and the ZAD
Silvertone Periodic Table Cuff from Zulily.

I took the summer to also think about what I wanted to do with Working It. I enjoy the POW posts, but they take a lot of time. I’ve found less time to do the other sorts of posts I want to do, such as tips for various things like travel, thighs, and hot flashes; more style posts; and a bunch go Geek Chic posts. So, I will be working to post a variety of those stuff and fewer POW posts. I will continue to do POW. I think it is important to see how versatile pieces can be and how to work with your own wardrobe to expand your style possibilities. I will just be posting them less frequently than my planned two weeks per POW. I am thinking of moving it to three weeks. I’ll keep you posted when I figure out the plan. The next POW will be posted more in line with the two weeks per POW.

Here are some of the other things I am working on posting:

• Tips for dressing with menopause or other situations where there could be other quick changes of temperature
• Focused posts on some designers or products I love (or group of products)
• More Stitch Fix reviews, along with review of other things, including cabi (but not just)
• Wardrobe Essentials
• Mini POW-type posts where I style a garment multiple ways (but not seven)
• Suggestions and reviews for style problems (such as thighs rubbing together in skirts—I have solutions!)
• Maybe a mini-series on political style—since we have a woman of a major party running for president, we all might be thinking of political style or what we want to wear to run for a local or state office (perhaps with interviews of female politicians)
• Reflective pieces on “mom style,”  feminist style, and more
• Posts on what I am wearing
• A series on Geek Chic dressing and style
• Personal style challenge posts and challenges
• Maybe even some tips for making costumes from your closet for Halloween
• And more!

See, I have lots of plans and ideas. I just need more time to do them

Finally, what is coming up?

Fall 2016 cabi: Penny Blazer, Stevie Top, Dark Destructed Skinny Curvy (or regular), Cameo Earrings, Pyramid Necklace,  and the Bird Cage shoes by Aerosoles.

We have an awesome summer to fall POW next up, with some shots shot on location. I also have a Stitch Fix review waiting in the wings (and another one soon after), and a Geek Chic post (or two) in the works. Plus, I got my hands on the Fall 2016 cabi collection, and I have some suggestions on piece sot get now, while it is still hot (at least in Atlanta), but you want some fall style.

So, stay tuned. Watch the blog and Instagram for more. And keep on Working It!

Beyond Tee and Sleek Leggings (in grey) from cabi. The Athena Necklace by Kelly Annie and earrings by Shine Chaser Jewlery, Chelsea Charm Necklace. SeaVees sneakers from Stitch Fix.

Stitch Fix: Leena Printed Skirt by Renee C, Visperas Crochet Back Top by Skies are Blue, SeaVees sneakers.

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cabi Spring 2016 clothes: Traveler Pants,  Adventure Anorak,  Plume Top, Dolce Charm Earrings,  and the Locket Necklace. Shoes are the Unisa Eavvi Sandal (at DSW).

My POW posts, after Tuesday, just did not happen this past week. There are several reasons for that. One of the main reasons was is that I had surgery the previous week, a busy work week this past week, and just did not have the time and/or energy. In addition, I had my first cabi party last Thursday (2/11) and had the clothes over the weekend. I ended up spending a lot of time playing with the clothes and preparing for a bunch of posts:

cabi Spring 2016 clothes: Michelle Cardigan, Martini Top, Citron Curvy Skinny (also available in regular fit), Dolce Charm Earrings,  and the Lagoon Necklace (on backwards). Shoes are the Unisa Eavvi Sandal (at DSW).

• Best Transitional Winter to Spring cabi Spring Collection Pieces: This will probably be a series of posts on the best items from the cabi Spring 2016 collection to wear now, as winter transitions to spring.
• Mixing Seasons: cabi is wonderful for mixing previous seasons with new! I took some of my favorite cabi Fall 2015 pieces and mixed them with Spring 2016 pieces to create great outfits that work well now.
• The next POW, which will feature a cabi Spring 2016 garment! This garment was even a request by and Instagram follower!

So, we have a lot coming up. Until then, expect POW to continue tomorrow. 

Want some cabi?  I have not closed my cabi show, so if you want to order any of the spring collection, contact my stylist directly at: Joni Allen joniallen.cabionline.com; joni.allen@comcast.net; and/or 770 502-5243 (call or text). Let her know I sent you and you want to order as part of my show. Or, you can contact me. If you do order as part of my show, it will count towards my hostess rewards (for every $250 I get a half priced item) and I would be extremely grateful. I know the collection pretty well, and am always happy to answer any questions or make recommendations. If I cannot help you, Joni surely can. cabi also has a great return and exchange policy, so if you don’t love it or it doesn’t fit, we can make it right!

The pictures are some sneak peeks of what is upcoming!