Wednesday Fashion Items: Hair Edition

We all love Sanaa Lathan and she seems to like variety in hairstyles...
so we wanted to ask...
Which Sanaa Lathan hairstyle suits her best?

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Be Inspired Monday: Mental Fortitude!

Recently i have decided to run a half-marathon..i might be crazy and insane because the last time i ran a 10K was over four years ago.  However recently i started running again and i am committed to challenging my body to do something that it has never done before. 

 I think of TOI and what her body is prepping to go through with child labour and i am in awe of all the amazing things our bodies are capable of.  Child labour i know has NOTHING on running a half-marathon but what i believe are similar is the mental fortitude we need to go through these situations.

A lot of women take classes to prepare themselves mentally to deal with the pain that comes with labour and truth be told, running needs the same kind of mental preparedness.  Whether it's through music, a quote and or Bible verse...whatever method you use...it has to do with what you are thinking to remain strong.  Mental Fortitude.

This Be Inspired Monday, we want to challenge you to maintain your mental fortitude in all you do, whether it's training for a half-marathon and or prepping for child labour!

Practice mental fortitude...Be Inspired!

(excuse where the quote came from...vulgar website but awesome quote!)

Be Inspired Monday: Happy Halloween!

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TC30s would like to wish all of our readers a very happy and fun Halloween.

Halloween is for all ages and we hope you enjoy in some of the festivities!

Whether it's pumpkin carving, costuming and or trick 'o treating,

we hope you are inspired to have a great one!

Celebrating Our 30s: Trina

Trina has one of the most adorable blogs in blogland.  She chronicles the adventures of her and daughter Peyton.   Trina shares their adventures through fashion, fun and family.  

 Peyton seriously has one of the best closets around!

 We were excited when Trina agreed to share with us how she is celebrating being and living her thirties.  She is definitely Peyton's mom but also a woman who enjoys her family, friends,

fun and fabulous fashion finds.

But let Trina tell you in her own words how she is enjoying her thirties!

(Aren't they are adorable together!)

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Name:

Trina

Online Contacts:

www.thebabyshopaholic.com
facebook.com/thebabyshopaholic
twitter.com/babyshopa

 

Age:

33

What have you changed about the following areas since turning 30?

Physical

Since turning 30 it is not as easy to lose weight, but is it never easy to lose weight in the first place.

 Social 

I am still a social butterfly!  I love talking to people!  I have learned to think before I speak in some situations

Money

I thought I would be a millionaire on by my own merits by the time I turned 30.  That didn’t happen : (  So I just keep working and trying to save for my daughters future.

Relationships

I cherish my relationships with girlfriends.  I have the some of the same friends from high school, college and even grade school.  I am blessed to have such great friends in my 30’s.

Children

I had my first ( and only for now) child at 31.  I feel like I was late but all my friends where around 30 when they started having kids.

 

How are you balancing work, family and friends?

I try to balance by not sleeping to do things for myself.  Still working on that.

 

Any fashion and beauty you've learnt since turning 30?

Know what looks good on you! Don’t try to go with trends if they don’t work for you. 

How do you keep fit? 

I love doing Zumba!  Its hour long dance party, plus you learn “new” songs. 

Do you have one advice you would like to tell your children/future children? 

Love and be happy with yourself!  You are worthy of everything great!

Did you think you would be married with children by 30? 

In my 20’s I was not sure I even wanted to have children.  I am so happy I did!  It’s everything worth it!

 

Does your husband (family) ever read your blog? 

My husband checks out the blog, he just looks at the photos I post.

 

Make a Confession about being a 30something?

I love when people assume that I am younger then I am and then I bust out and tell them I am 33!

Do you have any favorite motto you go by?

30 is the new 20!

 

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Trina, TC30s definitely agrees with you that "30 is the new 20."

And you are making 33 look soo good!

Thank you Trina for sharing a little about the woman who is known as Peyton's mom.

Ladies, please stop by her blog when you get an opportunity.

You may find a few fashion finds and deals for you and the little one!

Wednesday Fashion Items: Bravoe Runaway Takeover

Can you be in-love with a blogger? Well here at TC30s, we are crushing on B from Bravoe Runaway! B is in finance by day and awesome fashionistta all day long! She inspires the average woman to dress with glitz and glamour daily with economical buys. We are excited to have her takeover our blog today and share some great advice on finding items for the Fall that are not only stylish but affordable.

Ladies, i am proud and excited to intoduce you to B of Bravoe Runaway as she takesover!

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I am super excited that Mrs. Pancakes reached out to me for guest post! She asked that I address key pieces for transitioning into Fall! I am sure your closet is packed with cardigans, blazers, jeans, slacks, and skirts. And I suspect that many of you are on a budget, yet you still want to look great! So let’s take a look at some ways to breathe new life into the existing pieces in your closet!

BELTS

Belts are a great and inexpensive way to add accent to any outfit! Check out my simple sweater and jeans and how the belt added accent to my outfit! If you have a garment that came with a belt, change it up and it’ll look and feel different! I suggest trying a variety of styles and thickness, such as, braided, fabric, embellishment, animal print, and patent over a dress, cardigan, a blouse, or with a skirt!

FAUX FUR

Faux fur is haute again for the 3^rd year in a row! These pieces add a luxurious factor and nowadays, you can get them for under $70! This particular jacket was purchased from Forever 21, it has a vintage 1960s feel, can you imagine all the pieces you can pair this with? Try a jacket, vest, or a piece with a fur embellishment. You can make it as casual or as fancy as you’d like!

SCARVES

I love a great scarf in any size, colour, and material! I’ve used them to create bracelets, belts, and even a ruffle collar! If belts aren’t your thing, scarves are another great way to revive an outfit. Tying scarves is a true art!

SHOES & BOOTIES

If you are trying to just keep your shoe purchases to a minimum for Fall I suggest a taupe pump and a short black bootie! The pump is from Joan & David, “Flipp,” with an embossed reptile print that adds a gorgeous accent to any simple outfit. Taupe matches everything and the round-toe style is versatile! The black short booties are from Bandolino, “Sarala,” with a back zip. They’re comfortable, with a slight platform and look great with a skirt, slacks, and even jeans!

Ladies, I hope you’ll put these ideas to good use when you go on your Fall shopping trip and will revamp your current closet pieces!

Thank you for having me, and please stop by and say “Hi,” at Bravoe Runway!

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Thank you B!

We are taking away many great ideas from your takeover today

for our next Fall shopping spree.

Ladies, please stop by and say "Hi"

and see what's walking down Bravoe Runaway.