Sure, we’re 10 days into February, but here’s a recap of what I loved last month!
What I wore to return to professor life
I was majorly back to school this month and it actually felt so good, ugh I am not meant to sit in my house and write all day! It was interesting to reconnect with work clothes–I just tried to notice what worked and what didn’t!
Here are a few style highlights:
In the fall I prohibited the purchase of work clothes. If I didn’t get to wear them everyday, there was no point in buying more. Instead, I tried to focus on buying a few casual pieces that would actually feel stylish and fit my real life. I spend many work from home days either going for walks or on my walking pad, so what I really need are cute sneakers and layers–
This Eddie Bauer zip up adds something a little extra to all my walk outfits!
My Baggu has been my shortcut to stylish errands-running looks
These Asics are my favorite (I have 2 pairs!)
I simply cannot wear an uncomfortable shoe this semester! My classroom is a dang hike away from my office. If you have comfy and stylish options that are not sneakers, I would love to hear them. I just bought these and am already so excited to style them.
For now, I’m rotating between the Asics, these Allbirds, and Sambas.
This month I also learned that I really only need 2-3 pairs of work pants. This is….not how many I own. But I kept reaching for the two that really, really work for me, and no one cared or commented.
I also tried a nice new work top from Modern Citizen (gifted) and I am excited about the layering-with-a-blazer possibilities.
What I read and listened to
I enjoyed several great reads this month:
Small Things Like These: Fiction. Phew, if there’s ever a time to read a book about how small actions make a meaningful life, it’s probably now.
No More Tears: Nonfiction about the many scandals of Johnson & Johnson! Includes those you remember (asbestos in baby powder) and those you will wish you didn’t read (numerous harmful prescription drugs, ughhh).
Four Thousand Weeks: Nonfiction. This is a book you should read if you say “ooh, a time management book!” because it’s not really about time management, it’s about accepting the myth of time management. I do wish it was more solution-oriented (it’s really about changing your attitude).
I also started a new podcast, Petty Crimes, which is excellent if you love a gossip.
Recipes for busy work days
Finally, someone suggested a recipe round-up for busy teaching days. I really enjoyed cooking this month, here were my best-of-best quick and easy recipes:
Brown butter gnocchi (you could halve the amount of butter, but why would you??)
Pita burgers (so great we made them twice)
Chuck roast tacos (this was crazy easy)
Got any recipe or book suggestions? Please share!!
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Shoe suggestions: Sperry Topsiders and Allbirds flats!