If you follow me on Twitter, you may have seen me tweet last week about my husband losing his job as part of a large layoff at the company where he worked. Though there are challenging & uncertain days ahead, we are choosing to focus on the positive ~ like the fact that him being home now allows us middle-of-the-day dates while the kids are in school. We took full advantage of it earlier this week & took a leisurely stroll through a tree-lined street in one of our favorite neighborhoods…then warmed up with coffee & treats at a little outdoor cafe.
What I’m wearing:
c/o Sheinside top (here), H&M pants (similar – use code EQUINOXBR for 25% off), C-Label flats (here), Necklaces: Forever 21 (similar) & c/o JewelIQ (here), Vintage Ferragamo bag (found at Savers for $8!), gifted Ray Ban sunnies (similar), Lips: Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Adore, Nails: Sally Hansen Red Zin
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so sorry to hear about your husbands job loss – everything happens for a reason and i'm sure he will find another GREAT job soon. you look gorgeous – i love that shirt! <3
awww…and this is just another reason why i love you girl. i would be a lunatic worry wart stress case and you guys make it into an opportunity to enjoy each others company. know that i am thinking of you guys and sending positive thoughts your way (all the while secretly hoping this will somehow get you closer to me in CA)!!! =) LOVE that top and the shoes….SO cute.
xoxo, jenn
the stylish housewife
Im a firm believer that unexpected change typically results in the best of luck. In the meantime, love that you get some QT with the hubby!
What a great attitude – here's hoping (and some prayin') that hubby gets offered something bigger & better very quickly.
Love the bag too – what a great find.
Great fall outfit, very edgy but pretty. You look beautiful
kendrrat
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I am seriously obsessed with that top. For real. Also, such a bright attitude to look on the positive side while you figure things out, love it, and good luck with everything
Xo, Rachel
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Sorry to hear about your husband. Glad to see y'all are keeping things positive! Sending good thoughts your way and hope that he finds something soon!
Such a cute look! Loving that top! And cannot believe you got that Ferragamo bag for $8! What?
xx
Giovanna
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Wow, love the leather and shear!
xo Emily
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Wow!! This is such a fabulous top!! It's so romantic, yet has a dose of roughness because of the leather! Love this outfit.
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LOVE your flats! So classic with an edge. You look really amazing from head to toe.
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Sounds lovely! Great look, love the colour of your pants!
Sorry about your husbands job.:( I adore those flats & I can't believe that bag:SCORE!!
xo, amy
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Loving your top. This is such a chic outfit. Your pictures are amazing.
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you look fabulous Kimberly! and good that you are focusing only on good things in this situation 🙂
xoxo,
Fashion Fractions
Leather and deep red is perfection!
Jade
I love your decision to stay positive. My husband was laid off at the beginning of 2011 and it ended up being a wonderful thing for us. It was a chance for him to reinvent himself and grow as an employee. It took 4 months for him to find his next job but now he is settled and rocking it out. Going through the whole process also brought us closer together. I made sure to always be his cheerleader, and to make sure he still "felt like a man." I hope your husband finds something new soon!! Your blog is one of my favorites!
I'm sorry about your hubby's lay off, hopefully he can find something new soon. Love those maroon pants and that necklace!!
-AJ
FitTravelerAJ.blogspot.com
I can't believe I missed that tweet! I'm so sorry you have to go through this, but I'm so glad you're trying to stay positive through all of it! I feel like the job market in the area is promising (the first time I can truthfully say that in years), so I hope your husband will find something soon.
Let me know if you need *anything* – tips on any openings in the area, or a shopping date to get your mind off of things!
Also, I love that top, and those pants look great on you. Loving that color for fall! 🙂
Very cute flats
I'm so sorry to hear about your husband losing his job, but it is so wonderful that you're choosing to focus on the positive. So inspirational!
Great look too, I especially love your leather and sheer top and those cute flats!
xo Olivia
So sorry to hear that. I know it's always a big blow when something like this happens.
Love this top with these pants! And the shoes are great!
Ugh I'm sorry to hear about that. It's awesome you guys are able to focus on the positive aspects to the changes. I wish you and your family the best in making future changes!
Sorry to hear about your husband losing his job, I hope everything will work out soon!
xx
Simona
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I love your positive attitude on something like that! It's the best way to go, I think it opens your mind more to the possibilities ahead. You never know what's waiting for you after this change. Beautiful outfit, especially the flats!
I'm sorry to hear about your husband! I hope he finds something soon. Glad you guys were able to have a little 'you' time while the kids were at school.
Amy
Fashion and Beauty Finds
I love that shirt! And what a great find on your bag! I need to get better at thrifting!
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Ugh, so sorry to hear about your husband's job 🙁 Just goes to show that things are still tough out there!
On another note, I loooooove that top! I can't get enough of all things leather right now 🙂 Also, I just ordered those shoes last night so we'll be twins haha!
XO, Alison
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Great photos. Love your style.
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xoxo
so sorry to hear about your hubby losing his job, will be praying for better news in the upcoming months.
However, i LOVE your top! fabulous!
xx amy
Leopard and Lillies
I have been in your husband's shoes too many times. It sucks, I know. But things always worked out OK for me, so I wish him the same luck!
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I'm sorry to hear that! So glad to see you and your husband's positiveness in it all. You look great as always! I love this rocker chic look on you!
So happy you are able to see the postive side. I know things will work out for you. Love the post!
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great top! i just posted about the leather trend, you rock it well 🙂
a peek of chic
u look so stunning! so sorry to hear about your husband! will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers for better doors to open for him in the future! enjoy your time with him 🙂
XO Meghan
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i'm sorry about your hubby's job, hope everything will work out soon.
And I love your top!!
Such a bummer about your husband, I'm sure he'll find something quickly! Until then, keep enjoying your time together.
love that blouse – perfect mix of edgy & feminine.
p.s. – so bummed we didn't get to meet at lucky fabb. a must next time!
xo
danielle
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Sorry to hear about your husband's job situation. Sending good vibes your way!
xo Jennifer
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So pretty!! Loving that leather like WOAH + thinking about how I'd be sweating to death in this outfit inFlorida. PS: when do we get to see the guy behind the camera? 🙂
So sorry to hear about your husband! This is a super cute look though! Love those flats! xo
Best, M.
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So sorry to hear that, i wish you all the best. 🙂
And your outfit is amazing dear.
Kiss.
http://www.laetitiasweeneyrose.wordpress.com
Can you be any cuter? Love the chic color combo! Burgundy is by far my favorite color for fall! Have a great weekend Kim! xo
Kimberly, I did not know this. Praying for and thinking about you and your family. I know the uncertainty must be so difficult. I am inspired by your positivism. You look gorgeous, here, as well, as ever. The top is amazing!
What a great attitude–here's to hoping things will turn around for him soon. This top is completely gorgeous as well. You often see a top with leather sleeves, but not usually a leather top with sheer sleeves. The look is so pretty!
-Alyssa
The Glossy Life
Fabulous outfit! That top is gorgeous!
xoxo Bree
The Urban Umbrella
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That is such a bummer! And believe me when I say I know how you're feeling!
That is a great thrifted bag though…It'd put a little smile on my face!
I'm so sorry to hear about your hubby! Best of luck to you and the fam during this transition time. You look great tho:)
sorry to hear about your husbands job loss, but when one door closes God opens a window 🙂 it will all work out!
I just love your blog and style!
love from NYC,
Taylor
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sorry to hear about your husbands job loss, but when one door closes God opens a window 🙂 it will all work out!
I just love your blog and style!
love from NYC,
Taylor
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Love those sunnies!
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You look lovely, really like the top and the statement necklace!
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Sorry to hear about your husband…we had a the same thing happen to us a few years ago 🙁 Your outfit is awesome, I love those shoes!
so sorry to hear about your husband's job being lost… I hope that you are able to accentuate the positives and that things turn for the best soon.
Love those studded flats!
xx
Here&Now
really nice!!!
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Sorry to hear about your husbands job, it's sounds like you are all very strong and great family. Just had to say I love this top, it is so perfect on you and I love the sheer sleeves. You look beautiful!
xoDale
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super sylish!
love the tones and every single piece u have on!
got the same flats from c-label 🙂
really nice getting to know your blog!
xx, Sandra @ Blasfemmes.com
sorry to hear about your husband's layoff… times are tough nowadays (I work in fuel assistance, so see this firsthand). Wishing your family the best-and hoping he finds a new job pronto!
Love the idea though that you are using his time off as a positive-it helps alot. Pretty outfit by the way!
I am so sorry to hear about your husband losing his job. We went through the same thing a few months ago when we were only married for two months! My husband left to go through airline training the day after we returned from our honeymoon and was gone for two stressful months and then out of nowhere, cut! It's an awful feeling but things really do get so much better. Our life has made a complete 180 in the last three months and yours will too! You look gorgeous, way to keep your head up!!! xoxo
I wish you and your family the best in these tough times. Love your positive attitude (and the outfits of course!).
Love soo much your vintage Ferragamo…Lucky you!!
That necklace is GORGEOUS!
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i absolutely love your top! you look gorgeous!!!
would love to follow each other!!!
xoxo Tati.
i absolutely love your top! you look gorgeous!!!
would love to follow each other!!!
xoxo Tati.
This top is absolutely amazing. First time on your blog, love your style.
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I was wearing the same exact shoes today!!! Comfy but took off my toe nail polish on my big toe! Any issues with yours doing the same?
Dying over that top lady! What a gorgeous look!
So sorry about your husbands job loss! It's a very unsettling feeling – been there! I love your positive attitude! I'm hoping something comes along on the job front soon. (I love that top, btw!)
I am SO sorry about your husband's job loss but I know all will work out in the end. It certainly sounds/looks like you guys have the right attitude.
It sounds like it was a wonderful day for the two of you.
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Hi Kim,
Sorry to hear about your husband's job, but your outlook and loving words are very touching. I have to say since this post… look at all the blessings you have received… Getting in Lucky magazine, Marshall's giving you the $100 challenge to you and your readers and of course the best part of it all date time with your husband. 🙂
May blessings continue for you and family.
Sofia
stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com