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Coffee Date




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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Comments

  1. Kimberly Mich says

    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

  2. jenn~the stylish housewife says

    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

  4. CoolGreenDay says

    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.

  16. Lori.Nilan says

    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!

  17. A J says

    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

  18. Christinah715 says

    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! 🙂

  20. Olivia TLGOY says

    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

  21. Kristen says

    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!

  24. Tina @ My Highest Self says

    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!

  27. Alison says

    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
    http://www.ChainStrapPurse.com

  32. huongie says

    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!

  35. Citrus - Refreshing Fashion says

    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
    citrusrefreshingfashion.blogspot.com

  37. danielle317 says

    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
    http://www.louwhatwear.com

  39. Alyson says

    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? 🙂

  43. the Queen City Style says

    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!

  44. alongobucco says

    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

  56. Sandra says

    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

  57. Michele P. says

    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!

  58. secretivestyle.com says

    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

  65. Jill says

    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?

  67. Mz Savvy Style says

    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!)

  69. Sofia Donatelli says

    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