As 2024 comes to a close, I’m taking a moment to look back at the highlights from this year—both in life and style. From my favorite purchases to major milestones, it’s been a year full of growth, fun, and lots of outfit inspiration. Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or just joined along the way, I’m so grateful for your support.
In this post, I’m sharing my Best of 2024—including reader favorites, personal highlights, style moments, and goals achieved. Plus, I’m wrapping it all up with a fun giveaway to say THANK YOU for being part of this journey. Let’s dive in!
1. Best Buys of 2024
- Of all the items I purchased over 2024, these 5 stand out the most. I wear the court sneakers all the time to work. The cardigan and silver ballet flats were amazing thrift finds.
- Denim jumpsuit-c/o Universal Standard (worn here)
- Red shoes-c/o Shein
- Court Sneakers- DSW
- Silver ballet flats- Prada via goodwill (similar, similar)
- White cardigan sweater- via goodwill (similar, similar)
2. Reader Favorites Recap
- Polish Pops review- This post was the best of 2024. You all seem to love my nail review posts. I’m so far from a pro at doing my own nails so I’m glad they help!
- Shoes to Wear with Barrel Leg Jeans– I was shocked how popular this was! I liked that this pair had a more subtle barrel leg.
- Universal Standard Mystery Box– Universal Standard is known for their quality so any kid of value box from them is going to be amazing!
3. Life Lived
- Cheers to the Years! I turned 40 this year and celebrated by sharing 40 facts about me.
- My Instagram was Hacked– Here is how it happened.
- Life Lately | November– I am so excited to have beat my half marathon from 13 years ago and placed 3rd overall!
4. Social Media
- Easy Bun Tutorial- This is so easy to do, but looks sophisticated and fancy. I still get stopped and asked about it when I wear my hair this way.
- Love Stitch Resort– I featured some resort where from Love Stitch last February and you all loved how I styled it for winter.
- 6 Ways to Wear Light Blue Floral Pants– Tiktok loved this one with over 3800 views (which is good for me).
5. Goals Achieved & What’s Next
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Achieved: New job
- I wanted to get back into the schools over the past year and I did. I love my new job, but still working out the time management piece of it all.
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What’s Next: Social media
- With all the new things this year, social media has taken a back seat. I’ve still been posting, but it’s hard to get motivated when I was getting over 100 likes before I was hacked and now some posts only get 20. Hopefully I can set aside some regular time to commit to engagement this year.
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What else is next?
- I’d love to hear from YOU! What do you appreciate most about this blog? The outfits, menu planning, or is something missing? What should I do more or less of. I appreciate constructive criticism!
6. Reader Appreciation Giveaway
- Honestly, you all are the Best of 2024 and blogging! Thank you for your support over all the issues and throughout 2024 and past years. I wanted to show my appreciation with a giveaway for an amazon gift card. Enter below and good luck!
Now it’s time to linkup!
Last week’s favorite post was from Marsha at Marsha in the Middle. I love her NYE sparkle!
LINKING UP WITH WALKING IN MEMPHIS IN HIGH HEELS AND FASHION CANVAS, STYLE WITH A SMILE, TURNING HEADS TUESDAY, CURATED BY JENNIFER, WOW ON WEDNESDAY
