Monday, June 20, 2011

Finding my style.



















Top: Target, 2006
Skirt: Lilla P, 2011
Boots: Target, 2011
Scarf: TJ Maxx, 2006
Belt: Thrifted, 2010
Sling: Sakura Bloom


Round One of the Styleathon - How Becoming a Mother Has Affected My Style.

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67 comments:

  1. StephanieJune 19, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    This is beautiful!

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  2. AnonymousJune 19, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Beautiful post! Becoming a mother is truly life changing, on so many levels. I remember going through something similar when I first became a mom. My style changed, mostly because I didn't make myself a priority and didn't have time for it. Today, I have been a mom for 5 years, and I made myself a priority again, my self confidence is so much higher than it used to be and I only recently discovered my style. It feels so good to have "found myself".

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  3. AnonymousJune 19, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    This is wonderful.

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  4. JessicaJune 19, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    This is so beautiful. Your words always make me stop and think...and today I will be thinking about how confidence stems from who you are inside :)

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  5. KaitJune 19, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Gorgeous and inspiring, as always. Thank you, Aura.

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  6. CrystleJune 19, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Beautiful is the only adjective I can think of!

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  7. StephanieJune 19, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    This is so beautiful. There wasn't one day that I liked my body or my style before I had my daughter, Avery. For some reason having a baby made me appreciate and love myself in a way I had never known before. I want Avery to grow up feeling comfortable in her own skin and I hope she never wastes time trying to change herself.

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  8. HEABJune 19, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Beautiful inside and out. :)

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  9. arielle elise.June 19, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    this is simple beautiful....I don't have a little girl just a baby boy and I'm learning to be confident so that one day, he will be too. such a lovely reminder. blessings.

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  10. KateJune 19, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Beautiful, as always. Still trying to "love" my post baby body, but you have a good point. If I'm always down on myself, what will my daughter learn?

    Something to think about.

    Your posts are always eye opening and encouraging, and I can't thank you enough for your positivity when we all need to practice a little more of it.

    much love.

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  11. Gosia MyślickaJune 20, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    it's probably the most beautiful words about becoming a mom I've ever read...

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  12. JenJune 20, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    Thank you for giving words to hopes and dreams. I don't have a daughter -- yet -- but I look forward to this deep inner glow someday, reflected in the eyes of my little one. Gorgeous post!

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  13. Katie TruszJune 20, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Aura,
    I recently found your blog and it is just beautiful. I think this post has been the most touching to me so far. I too, and like so many woman, grew up insecure and unaware of the beauty that lies deep within all of us. I still struggle with finding my style and my beauty and appreciate so much that you have found your own. Every day I get closer and one day hope to find the freedom and release that I’m sure you found when you heard that voice inside of you. Congratulations and thank you for sharing your style with us!
    Katie

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  14. AnonymousJune 20, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    This is such a beautiful post. Everything is put together so well and your writing is great.

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  15. AnonymousJune 20, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    So beautifully said, thank you for sharing that.

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  16. BrennaJune 20, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE THAT SKIRT.

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  17. deeJune 20, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    This really makes me smile. You have such a way with words. Really beautiful:)

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  18. NicoleJune 20, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    I'm excited for baby E, 20 years from now, to see these photos of you and her, and of you and Michael before she came along. I love finding photos of my mother and father from when they were younger, as they do not easily share them with me. I hope one day you will share these with her, because you are so beautiful and they are photos that she will treasure.

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  19. KathleenJune 21, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    i have found, the less i "try" the more satisfied i am with myself. isn't that where style comes from? just. being. you.

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  20. siniannJune 21, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    I did learn something from you, less I try the more I can be happy with myself. I thought that I need to go and try to be like everyone else, with amazing clothes and hair - but these doesn't change anything if I don't feel good. And that is what I learned from your blog in these few years I've been reading. Need to be me.

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  21. MelissaJune 21, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    SO nice to read! Thank you!

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  22. LearningJune 21, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    What a lovely explanation of your style! It's so great to know that becoming a mother can help one to feel more confident and sure of what is beautiful and important.

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  23. AnonymousJune 21, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    "Because I dreamed that looking perfect would make me feel that way"

    I will keep this close. Thank you.

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  24. katie @ KatieDidJune 21, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Such an inspiring post. Your words are just beautiful!

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  25. DanielleJune 21, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Aura,

    I found our blog via the styleathon we're both participating in, and I am so glad I did. I found this post particularly inspiring, and the zest and beautiful love you have for life is SO evident. It's contagious. Thank you for this post- it's reminded me of a lot of things, and I am so thankful for that (and you!).

    I can't wait to read more.

    Your newest reader,
    Danielle
    <3

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  26. nettieJune 21, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Your words are beautiful, your presentation is stunning and your photographs are dreams waking! I agree with you, now is the time to stop being insecure with our bodies, looks and all our misfortunes. It is now time to be confident in the women we are to show our own daughters that confidece is the most flattering "style" \=) Thank you for your words.

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  27. ErinJune 21, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    What a beautiful and inspiring post! I loved it!

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  28. UnknownJune 21, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    Your style is so defined (and lovely) for me that I cannot imagine you ever having to search for it.

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  29. TammieJune 21, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Beautiful! Thank you

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  30. The littlestJune 21, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    oh aura,

    you two are lovely. thank you for your sweet words. it is so, so true that little girls memorize every piece of their mothers - the thing i value the most is what she thinks of me - it is good to remember how important we are to be examples to our children. elodie is so lucky to have you for a mama...

    xox elizabeth

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  31. AnonymousJune 21, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    Beautiful post!!

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  32. UnknownJune 21, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    i, for one, love your style. in everything you do...your style of writing, photography, dress, as a mother and a wife..your approach to life.

    girl...you've got good style.

    thanks for blogging - your blog has meant a lot to me in recent weeks, helping me get through some stuff, and reminding me of what's important and that life is so so so beautiful and should be LIVED.

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  33. Zamora Desert VintageJune 21, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    Your beautiful. Much love your way. Xx

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  34. Toya June 22, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    such a beautiful post Aura! i love LOVE this!

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  35. JohannaJune 22, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Girl, you're so gonna kill this Sakura Bloom challenge. These words made me weepy! Great job. :)

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  36. AnonymousJune 22, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    wow, 80something dollars for a skirt? With a baby and a stylist salary? Must be nice.

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  37. Kelly @ turned UP to ELEVEN!June 22, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    This precious and perfect. Well done Aura. You look amazing and that outfit is beautiful. It reminds me a lot of the images you show of your parents in their youth. You remind me of your mother. Keep up the great work your posts are always uplifting.

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  38. JulieJune 22, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    I love this post...Your style always looks so put together, with an earthy edge. Elodie is getting more and more beautiful each time you share. xo

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  39. kelly annJune 22, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    You and your sweet baby girl are beautiful, beautiful, beautiful. <3

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  40. Stephanie Wilson she/her @babystephJune 22, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    Fabulous way to speak through words and photos, and in between. The mother style is quite a journey...

    Steph

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  41. MelanieJune 23, 2011 at 1:05 AM

    I think a lot of those feelings come along with age as well. I know the level of worry that I once put into how I looked has taken a back seat to what I do and where my heart is in life. It's a freeing feeling!

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  42. Fash BoulevardJune 23, 2011 at 3:27 AM

    these pictures are beyond beautiful. thanks for another lovely post. Would love if you'd check out my latest trend report and outfit post. Thanks love. xoxo

    www.fashboulevard.blogspot.com

    Don't forget to follow on twitter for all the latest celebrity fashion news from an LA stylist.

    http://twitter.com/#!/fashboulevard

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  43. AnonymousJune 23, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    You were so much more interesting before you got with michael and before you had a child. I used to be a fan of your journal but now it's just too boring and old ladyish

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  44. CarolineJune 23, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    Hi Aura, your blog has been an inspiration to me. I also love taking pictures, but I'm not as good as you as a photografer. You look beautiful and baby E is adorable. I've just started my own blog if you can visit me: lejadin-insideme.blogspot.com
    Bisu

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  45. AuraJune 23, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Dear Anonymous #4,

    Surprisingly, people grow up. Whenever they do, they have a tendency to wear their emotions on their sleeves just a little less. Prodigious as it might be to remain 21 years of age in body from that time on, I'm terribly proud of the fact that Aura has surpassed her age in wisdom in a way I've witness few to have accomplished.

    Hopefully, later in life, you will grow in a way which will allow you to appreciate the things she says. If not, I'm sure a fashion blog or an emo show would welcome you with open, judgmental, and tear soaked arms. :)

    Be well,
    -Michael

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  46. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    Since when did a forum for personal expresion become a means of judging someone's life, outlook, clothing choice and finances?
    I applaude Michaels response-such devotion is truely precious.
    Aura's outlook on life reflects how she is adapting to her circumstances changing.
    She is still hauntingly emotionally honest, sweet, funny, and creative.
    Thank you for allowing us to look in on your life Aura, it is appreciated by most.

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  47. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    I love this! you are amazing

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  48. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 3:42 AM

    so beautiful. i love it. can't wait to be a mom one day myself! xo

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  49. IKSJune 24, 2011 at 3:52 AM

    such a beautiful post... oh my... I hope one day when I decide to become a mother I will have these words of inspiration on my mind... Thank you..

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  50. AilyexJune 24, 2011 at 4:07 AM

    Just beautiful! I am due in a fortnight and feeling ambivalent about my body and self image after the birth. But I know that being a mother wil give me a new perspective and I already have so much more respect for my abilities. Thank you for such wonderful pictures and words.

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  51. CaitlinJune 24, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    Beautifully written, thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. I found you via Danielle's blog and I'm so glad I did. :) <3

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  52. JohannaJune 24, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Whoa, whoa mean anons! Love you, Aura. Hatersgonnahate.

    Also! I'm such a nerd for this babywearing style-a-thon. If you were paying attention, anon #3, ::pushes glasses up:: the $80 skirt was c/o the project's sponsor. Everything else she is wearing is straight from the style beacons of luxury, TJ Maxx and Target. Womp, womp.

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  53. PrincezinhaJune 24, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Aura is the best! With her words, she have helped me in ways she will never know. I follow this blog diary and every day I receive waves of courage just by reading Aura's words. Thanks Aura for being there and for sharing with us your life! My vote is yours! Thank you once again for helping me.....Big Kiss Ana

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  54. TashJune 24, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    So incredibly beautiful! You and baby Elodie, your lovely writing and photos, everything. I'm expecting and I cannot wait to experience everything that comes with motherhood. I'm so happy to have found your blog, you're very inspiring! :)

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  55. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    womp womp right back atcha, johanna. i'm assuming the author as plenty of overpriced clothes. and overpriced baby stuff is the dumbest thing to buy, as they grow out of it so fast. but i guess it's important to splurge on them onesies.

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  56. MelJune 24, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Hi, I'm Melissa and I've loved your blog for a very long time. But this post most recently rang so true to me that I cried. You have an amazing way with words, and although My son is about to be two... I still feel as if I was never who I was meant to be until he came into my life. I have a completly new and stronger sense of self than ever before. I'm young and working hard to grow up and be who he needs me to be. Every day at the end of the day I lay down knowing I'm doing the best for us. I've always battled with my confidence level. But with my boy at my side and my constant trial and error and striving to find myself I feel more beautiful than ever before. Thank you for your inspirational words an your blog. I know I'll read this post over and over as many of your others.

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  57. christianeJune 24, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    ...ich trage meinen kleinen auch am liebsten im Tuch. Es gibt nichts besseres.
    Einen schönen Abend,
    Christiane

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  58. BetsyJune 24, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    Too bad you're so boring and old ladyish your blog pretty much sucks. No one reads it, like - no one. And you're definitely not gorgeous.

    And nobody is charmed by an old man eating on the floor, or a black-haired baby wearing flowers in her hair or the heritage of Persian food pictured perfectly on a wooden spoon. No one looks for a long time at how you capture light with your camera like it's no big deal.

    And NO ONE thinks Michael is hot.

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  59. RoxanneJune 24, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I have read your blog for a couple years and it remains to be one of my favorites. Your photos are captivating as are your words.

    As a young 20-something-year-old, I appreciate your honesty and the fact that you choose to share aspects of your relationship with Michael, Elodie, and your family.

    Your content has never bored me and I can almost guarantee it never will. Thank you so much for writing such beautiful and kind words.

    They are inspiring. xo

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  60. NikkiJune 24, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Your pictures and words are inspiring. Never let the naysayers tear you down. Just be you and that in itself is a beautiful thing.

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  61. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    This is so incredibly beautiful. I can't get over the magic in the photos that you take.

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  62. M. EileenJune 26, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    As always, a beautiful post and beautiful photos. Thank you :)

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  63. KristinaJune 28, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    These are such gorgeous shots! So peaceful, but full of life.

    Kristina
    http://spottedappeal.blogspot.com/

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  64. MariaJuly 3, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    You are pure joy! Even though I don't know you, you feel like a dear friend.

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  65. PearlJuly 8, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    Your so Beautiful!

    ♥
    Pearl

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  66. LizAugust 9, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    Isn't wearing your baby amazing? I came to it a little later than a lot of baby-wearing moms, but have worn my son in a variety of slings, pouches, and packs now. Especially handy is our Ergo -- perfect for walking our 125lb Great Dane and 25lb Pom-mix. Especially beautiful is a handmade ring sling from the sister of a friend of mine -- certainly the most attractive hip-carry method! Continue wearing Elodie. My son is nearly 18 months old, and we still love it!

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  67. caligo7September 26, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    I don't know how often you read comments but I have to leave this here. Yesterday I was on Pinterest and I came across a link to your blog. I was searching for "Maternity Style" and found your post on Dressing the Bump. I am 21 weeks pregnant today with my 3rd child and I'm always looking for fun ways to dress while pregnant without just completely loosing myself in everyday maternity clothes. Long story short I loved the post...am now following your blog. The most exciting thing I discovered is that your daughter's name is Elodie. My second child who is almost 21 months is name Elodie as well. How bizarre that I found your blog and discovered that!! Pretty cool to me. My husband and I picked the name and have been glad we did. Some people still give me weird looks when I say it but I know it is a special name. So anyway. Just wanted to share this with you. Love your blog and your inspiring posts. :)

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I love your words, advice, stories, and support more than you know. Thank you, thank you, thank you for always adding a bit of light to my day when you leave little notes.

Aura