I know I mentioned in Friday’s post that I will announce something in Monday’s post. I’m sure you all noticed I didn’t have a post yesterday. I mentioned on Instagram that I wasn’t feeling well. I was bound to get sick eventually and it got me this weekend. Of course, I had to stay indoors when it actually warmed up a bit in Chicago :/
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Off the Shoulder Top: SheIn (only $11) Skirt: Asos, also love this and this Sandals: Macy’s (currently $25, usually over $100) Sunglasses: c/o Zenni Optical |
Embracing It
So for my announcement, it is something I have been slowly creeping into the blog and on Instagram and basically going forward, you will see my new posts without my wig! It may not seem like a big deal, but it was something I had been contemplating to do for a while. I’m now comfortable sharing it with everyone on the world wide web. I have embraced my short but growing hair in my personal life and I figured why not embrace it on the blog. There should not be a difference between how I see myself on the blog and in real life. Not going to lie, I will miss wearing my wig. It helped me so much during chemo. It gave me so much confidence in myself. Chemo has done some weird things to my appearance and wearing a wig that looked like my old hair helped me feel myself again.
Anyways, this outfit was taken when we were in Sarasota a few weeks ago.
The weather could not have been more perfect. It was upper 70s-lower 80s, sunny, with a slight breeze. I got this off the shoulder top towards the end of the summer (only $11). Unfortunately, I had my surgery so I couldn’t wear it. I took advantage of the warm weather and brought this top with me along with this A-line skirt. I found these red fringed, lace-up sandals (also comes in black and grey) when I was shopping in Sarasota. It is such a fun pair of sandals! I look forward to wearing it more during the summer. It elevates any outfit.Every year, we go to Sarasota and we love it. There is so much to see and do. I’m considering doing a travel post on Sarasota. Will you guys be interested in it? Just let me know!
Hope you all are having a great week so far!
xo RD
I am proud of you! I can imagine this was a big and vulnerable step. I think you look amazing! I love the short hair on you!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Thank you so much Amy Ann!! This means a lot!
Girl this is amazing! I love rockin my short hair and you look great girl!
xx,
Lauren
FashionablyLo
Aw thanks Lauren! You look GORGEOUS in your hair!
Loving the look! Cool shoes 🙂
Your Average Guy Style
Thanks Adam!
You know I love your short hair, but I completely understanding needing something to make you feel like your old self. I personally can't wait to see all the ways you experiment! And PS I'm so jealous you found a way to get out of the cold!
Audrey
http://www.lululinden.com
Thank you Audrey! You are so sweet! I know I was so glad to get away for a bit haha!
Rach, I envy that you can wear such fresh clothing. Where I live it is so cold and today kinda rainy. You look so gorgeous and those does are to die for!
Have a fantastic week!
Camila,
My Vogue Style | http://www.myvoguestyle.com
It is cold in Chicago too. This was when we escaped the cold haha.
This is such an adorable and girly outfit! I like your shoes and suede skirt very much!
http://lartoffashion.com
Thanks so much Natali!
So proud of you, lady- you're such a fighter, truly, and it takes guts to do what you do. That being said, you are beautiful + so sassy with the short pixie!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Aw thanks so much Ashley!!
love the sandals!
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Thanks girl! I love them oo!
woah i am totally digging this outfit. Love the skirt
xo
tessa
http://travelwheretonext.com
Thanks Tessa!
I cannot imagine the challenge of coming to terms with such a myriad of changes! You've done it so beautifully and your hair looks super chic. I actually really love this on you girl.
Heidi || Wishes & Reality
Aw thanks Heidi! This means a lot!
Well.. I just spent 5 minutes typing a long comment to you… and instead of hitting publish, my sleepy self hit "sign out" and my comment is gone. :o(
I'll have to come back before the week end's to type it out again. I'm so bummed right now.
In summary, you were in my thoughts the other day and your openness and sharing of your trials and triumphs is so courageous and inspirational. You, Rach, look amazing!!
♥
Amber
All the Cute
Oh no!!! Aw that is okay. So sweet of you to write a long, thoughtful comment 🙂 Thank you so much for your kind words!
Love that off shoulder top! Beautiful outfit! =)
– Cielo
Mermaid in Heels
Thank you Cielo!
In love with the skirt! It's perfect! love Esos!
xx
Mónica Sors
MES VOYAGES À PARIS
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DON'T MISS: WINTER WONDERLAND & GUCCI BELT
Thank you Monica!
You are amazing inside and out!!! Short hair looks so chic and you're a doll!! LOVE off the shoulder tops so much! I would love to see a post on Sarasota, it's been so long since I have been there. We are going to Naples too and hope the great weather continues down there.
Aw thanks so much for the kind words Andrea! Thanks for your input and I'm sure Naples will be amazing!
Love your outfit!! And your hair looks gorgeous!!! It totally frames your face perfectly! You look beautiful. I hope you get some warmth in Chicago… London is a bit miserable too!
I also just started following you on bloglovin' would love if you followed me back.
xx Leah
http://www.fashtrav.com
I know, I'm just so over Winter haha! Thank you so much Leah!
I'm SO SO SO proud of you, Rach! Your short hair looks great! I actually like it a lot and I cannot stress enough what an inspiration you are! You look beautiful, love you, bae!
xoxo, Vanessa
http://www.WhatWouldVWear.com
Aw thank you so so so much Vanessa!! You are the best! Love ya girl!
You look so great Rach! Love your outfit and your hair! Hope you are feeling better 🙂
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com
Thank you Samantha! I am def feeling much better!
I love your outfit expecially your shoes
FRANCA SOZZANI: THE LADY OF ETHICAL FASHION
Thanks Francesca!
Happy that you're embracing your hair. And I'm loving the shoes.
Thank you Cheryl!
Adore the skirt! xx And those sandals are STUNNING! x This post was a pleasure to read,
Lots of love,
Marina Rosie xx
https://marinawriteslife.blogspot.com/
Thanks Marina!
such an amazing look
TheVogueWord
TheVogueWord
Thanks Vanessa!
Wow that is a huge announcement and I am so proud o you! You look amazing with or without the wig so never think otherwise!
Tina
http://www.justatinabit.com
Thank you so much Tina!
love the skirt .. looking beautiful
http://thestyleride.com/valentine-fever-begins/
Thank you so much!