This week I have been reaching for all my comforts.
When life is more than I can handle, one of the places I turn to is my most oversized clothes. You will find me reaching into the back of my armoire for my favorite XL t-shirts. And my sunflower socks. They were the last gift my mom gave me. I've been surprised at how deeply I am longing for my mom to tell me it's all going to be ok.
Just to be a kid in my sunflower socks, not in charge of being in charge.
And more than ever, I find myself knowing deep down, that even if she were here, she couldn't make it better. And I'm not a kid. And if change is to be, I need to start with me, and I want to be a part of our country's transformation.
A wise woman wrote in the wake of this weeks events, we {must} soak in love to such a degree that anyone who bumps up against us gets covered in it. Isn't that the best visual? And then I am making my mom proud.
But for now, you'll find me in my oversized clothes and sunflower socks. I'll get there.
On my outfit: Oversized sweaters are a fixture in my fall wardrobe. Free people is a great place to find the biggest of them all. This one is from last year, and for sure after a few wears I am feeling a bit like a gorilla as the sleeves start to stretch and hang lower. It's a good reminder that it's time to wash it.
Oversized sweaters are great with skinny jeans or leggings, fitted flares - something to balance out the fullness. I have been wearing this sweater with my flare jeans and even culottes, today I paired my sweater with a more fitted a-line skirt. I wanted to show off the skirt's high-waist, so I tucked my sweater just a tiny bit. I think it works.
sweater - Free People. old, I'm in love with this one
skirt - Foundation Seattle. also here
bag - Finn Leather Goods.
rings - Rocksbox. use code thekirstyfilesxoxo for a free month!
What are your comforts? How to you share your light? I'd love to hear your inspirations. Thank you for being a part of my blogging community and for following my blog.
photos by Angie.
best,
Kirsty
Comforts? Love this blog Kirsty. When I visited NC just recently I longed for the days of father daughter shopping and anything goes. So I thought to go to the mall and shop like I was with my dad. I found a j.crew brown corduroy blazer. I felt that was what I would want my dad to buy. I went to the register and for no reason I received a 40% discount. I take that as confirmation my dad approved the purchase. I was so greatful. So in comfort relating to my dad I treat myself. The last few items my dad bought me was a dress and 2 rompers.
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