I’m proud of myself. Truly, I am. I’m learning to step outside the box a little more now that I’m in my 30′s …at least where fashion is concerned. I went through a period for a couple of years where I was pretty much wearing the same style day after day.
Now, I’m embracing new fashions and it’s setting me free. In fact, I find it inspires me in a sense. In 2011 I really took some chances which lead me to a really great find for 2012 (but more on that in a minute).
The Leopard Leotard. For my first step outside the box, I didn’t take a baby step, I took a God damn flying leap and it felt marvolous! Animal print, especially on a leotard was…liberating.
The Leopard Leotard...perfect for any occasion.
Going Green. In this day and age everyone strives to be more green. Perhaps this was taking it a bit to literal, but I hope my message of conservation came across. I couldn’t tell because I was having a hard time seeing or breathing in this thing:
Reduse, Reuse, Recycle...just like I did with my bathing suit circa 1995. I think it compliments the neon green perfectly.
Getting trendy. By the Fall, I decided that I shouldn’t knock it until I tried it. So for the first time I tried on a poncho…I didn’t read the tag, but it appeared to have been made from buffalo hide and rabbit fur. It smelled like buffalo ass, but my trendy friends said I look fabulous.
I'll appologize again to friend and photographer, Amber Shader, who was kind enough to take this picture and then was kicked out of the store with me by the "fashion police."
The Missoni Bandwagon. It seems like everyone had to have something from the Target Missoni clothing line, but was I willing to camp outside or fight a fellow soccer Mom over it? Maybe I did and maybe I didn’t. Maybe this is something my great aunt, a Franciscan Nun, knit back in 1976. I’ll never tell.
As Seen on TV. Keeping with my don’t knock it until you try it, I even purchased a Forever Lazy. Not only did I buy one and get one free, in addition to two pairs of matching fleece socks, but I feel much better about still being able to knock it…I gave it the old college try, and it was every bit as ridiculous as I thought it would be which is a shame really, because the name made it sound pretty appealing.
Full Circle. I ended the year, just as I began it, in the Leopard Leotard. This time, to keep with the festive holiday season, I even added a leopard trimmed Santa hat and a tutu. You’re welcome….
I didn’t want to do the same old thing for 2012. It’s a new year, and I wanted to continue to grow fashionably. This can be challenging even to someone accustomed to taking chances when it comes to clothing. So I turned to the place I usually go when I have a question that needs answering…Google.
Dear Google: What is worse than my leopard leotard?
And just as it always does, Google delivered. And just as it always seems to do, this new clothing has inspired me. I’m currently in production for my next workout video. This one has to do with staying motivated. I hope it doesn’t disappoint.
What didn’t disappoint was Google’s answer to my problem. Ladies and gentleman, I give you the Unitard:
I was so excited to get it on that I didn't even bother to change my black undergarments. I think seeing them through this fabulous one-piece spandex suit adds a little extra somethin.'
So I hope I haven’t stepped too far outside the fashion box because I’ll be honest. Unitards are way more fun than I thought they’d be. I hope you’ll stay tuned for where I’ll be sporting this pink wonder suit next.
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You made me spit my wine out!
Party foul! Sorry
It’s FANTASTIC!!! =D
My husband used a different “F” word…I like yours better…LOL
I’m lovin your Missoni!
I’m so trendy!
you have lost weight this year! I can see a difference between the leopard print leotards. And, as always, you make me laugh. You are awesome.
Thanks to Celiac’s or IBS or a combination of the two I dropped 20lbs! The leotard is a little more flattering by Christmas although in size only. Visually, it’s still a disaster! Glad you enjoyed the post!
Dying. NOPE, DEAD. I’m dead. I just choked on water and died laugh-choking. Thanks. I expect you to write my eulogy, because you are whacktastically awesome, with chocolate-flavored wine on top.
That might be the best compliment eva…or the tastiest! Now I’m thirsty…and hungry though…
Love it! You are HI-larious!!!
Thanks, Suzie!
Is something wrong with me that as I look at you in your most recent fashion acquisition (the unitard), all I can think of is “how hard is it to get out of that thing when you have to pee?”
God, I’m getting old.
Well, I’M not getting old, but apparently my bladder is.
Can’t wait for the next exercise video! Bring it!!
It actually is really stretchy, so not so bad….although I’m not sure after a few glasses of wine how it will go, so we’ll see. Might become a hazard, but shit, that’s half the fun. You know me, I live on the edge…of fashion.
At least your undergarments match – more than I can say for mine these days!
This happens maybe once or twice a week. I lucked out! LOL
you.have.to.stop. This kind of s*^%$ just encourages me. It makes me dream of one day having my own unitard…to wear to teacher conferences or maybe even to church suppers.
please.
stop.
Kerry at HouseTalkN
(I’m supposed to be talking about houses, NOT unitards!)
Church suppers. Yes. You must. Yes. You. Must.
A fashion risk-taker is always a winner.
Or wiener.
Shit. I get that one confused sometimes.
I’d vote winner, but then again, I’m wearing a whole lotta Gap 1995 right now.
I literally laughed out loud. Gap 1995 is making a come back I hear. And you were right, it’s totes wiener.
i know you have been unwell and undergoing unmentionable medical procedures to sort it out, but holy hell girl i want what youve got. you have lost so much weight, and i need to but cant seem to, no matter how much salad i eat!
go you!
also, your rating should go up now that i am back at work after about a month of summer holidays. much more leisurely web browsing at work, rather than having to fight kids for the ipad.
Hope you enjoyed your summer holiday! I forget that you’re living in the opposite seasons in Australia! I’m jealous; although we’ve had a mild winter where I live in the Mid-Atlantic, I’m dying for summer!
And I’m feeling better now, and unfortunately gaining back some weight! Blah!
p.s. Thanks for the votes!
Unitards are great but can you get it up and zipped quickly when your kids let the UPS man in while you are on the throne? That zipper looks a little short!
Time will tell, Sharon. Time will tell!
You rock! Love the picture thru the year deal! Sweet! I am always mom fashionable in my running pants and oversized mickey mouse sweatshirt with the bleach anti stain on the arm.
momtastic, right!?! Throw in a little wine and some bonbons while watching Days of Our Lives and I’m all set!!!
I hear you….that sounds close to my regular attire…but I’m soapless! They took All My Children away! Boo!
Just wanted to say I love you exercise video! Leopard leotards are all the rage. Precisely the sort of behavior I want to encourage. Please make more videos, they make my day
Thanks, Ann! I’m always glad to hear people thought it was funny…I’m pretty sure my husband thinks I’m just an idiot! lol
OMG! Seriously, the black undergarments TOTALLY add. In fact, I thought that perhaps this idea was intentional — sparked after watching Madonna’s Superbowl half time show Sunday.
And here I thought I was being cool when I started practicing my cartwheels around the living room last night while whistling “Holiday.” You wayyyy outdid me.
Cartwheels are a great anti-aging tool…although I usually end up pulling something…like a saddlebag. Anyways, keep rocking girl! Unitard or not!
Looking at your outfits made me forget I have a headache.
That’s awesome. I’ll share that with my husband. He said this outfit GAVE him a headache.
I love how adventurous you are with your wardrobe! Love your tutorials too. Your neighbors must love you. I know I would be highly entertained if I saw one of my neighbors in front of their house striking poses in a lovely hot pink unitard.
I can only imagine the conversations that go on between my neighbors when I’m not around! To be a fly on the wall!
These photos are hilarious! The unitard might be the best.
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Girl, you are outrageous! I’m way too reserved to do anything this crazy. You sure did make me laugh this morning, and we all know laughter is a good medicine. I, too, can see the weight loss. That’s terrific! I know getting there because of intestinal problems IS’NT fun. Thanks for sharing!
I love love love the unitard! You are soooo beautiful. Where did you get it?
I want to surprise my bf and wear one!
I love you and your blog. Since moving in with my bf two years ago ive done my best to be the best mom i could be to his kids. One is 4 and the other 6. Their mother died just after Kayla (the younger one) was born.
Some people say bad things to us but i just know life is short and the kids deserve the best but i should still able to have some fun!
What kind/style is your undies? I need to get new ones as mine are all holy!
When i first moved in with him i dressed sexy but know its mostly yoga pants or leggings that look 100 years old with tahirts and sweaters that look as old. I told him that if im going to stay at home with his cute little kiddos i want to at least dress cute myself!
Keep up the good work!
Dan