Oh, Hey Girl! I remember when Erica and I came up with the name for our weekly link-up 2-3 years ago (has it been that long?!) we liked the phrase “Oh, Hey Girl!” To us, the phase meant – girl, we like what you’re wearing and what you’re blogging; hey girl, you go ahead with your bad self! Over the years, I have loved seeing the posts that get shared here on the oh, hey girl link-up. Every girl has her own style, and I love drawing inspiration from it.
Top | Sweater (similar)| Jeans | Flats | Necklace
Some days, I look in the mirror and have those “oh, hey girl!” moments, I hope you do too. The days when you feel confident, pretty and unstoppable. Just like we are all unique and have our own style and tastes, the things that make us say, “oh, hey girl!” are unique too. So, what makes for my, oh, hey girl, mirror moments?
What Outfits Make Me Feel Confident? Say Oh, Hey Girl!
Color
My wardrobe is colorful. I always go for bright colors and prints over black and neutrals. This year I noticed that I barely own any black, isn’t that crazy?! Black is such a closet staple and is so chic. I don’t know why, but I tend to skip over black all of the time. So, this year I did make an effort to buy more neutral pieces; including black and gray. However, my heart will always lie with color and prints. A pretty print like the fall florals in this LOFT top make me say, oh hey girl! I first saw this top on Kaitlin, who I love to follow on Instagram. She styled it with an olive jacket, and in my shopping cart it went.
Comfort
I have to be comfortable. Years ago before the boys, I was on the more dressed up side, but that just isn’t practical anymore. I need comfort, that looks nice. When I feel like my outfit is the perfect combination of comfort and style, I do a little mirror dance. Don’t get me wrong, I love heels and outfits with a lot of layers and accessories, but they don’t always work for my day-to-day.
Modesty
Growing up my mom was big on my being modest. My shorts and skirts couldn’t be too short, tops too low, etc. Being short, it isn’t hard to avoid short hemlines, thankfully. As a teenager, I sometimes hated those rules, but as an adult, they’ve stuck with me. I have to be modest or I just don’t feel “right”. If it’s too short, too thin, too tight or too low cut, I have to skip it. When I put on an outfit that is modest, yet still catch my husband giving me those second looks, I get those oh, hey girl vibes.
Fit
Fit is one of the most important things to me, for an outfit that makes me feel confident. I bet a lot of women would agree. When you find a pair of jeans, a dress, a top, jacket etc. that fits just right, a happy dance follows. Not everything in my closet has that perfect fit, but the pieces I have that are the perfect fit, make me feel confident time after time.
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Hailee Steinfeld’s “Most Girls” says it right, that no matter what makes you feel beautiful and confident, even if it’s different from someone else, is perfect! All girls are strong, and smart, and beautiful. What gives you those oh, hey girl moments?
-Brooke
Now, let’s…get…linking!!
NEW! I’ve started a collaborative Pinterest board for the Oh, Hey Girl! Link-Up. I would love for you to join and share your looks there too! Just send me a message on Pinterest or at [email protected] if you would like to be added.
Link up any post you would like to show off; your outfit, home decor, recipe, workout. Anything at all! Because, oh, hey girl! I want to see it!
Link-Up ‘Rules’
1. Follow me on Bloglovin or Instagram
2. Link back to my site from your post, you can grab a button if you like!
See who I link with here! (p.s. – if you have a new link up on your blog, leave it in the comments, so I can add to this list!)
I love this list (and that colorful top)! Very true! I feel like a great color or pattern combination also makes me say, “Oh hey, girl!” I feel like I wear the same things in similar combinations day in and day out. When I get a new great way to pair them, it’s golden!
Virginia
More to Mrs. E
This outfit is stunning loving all the grey and your top is beautiful.
xo
Pinksole
Color, comfort and fit, oh yeah! Hey Girl….you look BEAUTIFUL!!
Love love love your top!! And love hearing how you guys came up with Oh Hey Girl!! xo, Biana –BlovedBoston
Brooke, color is absolutely your friend! It suits your personality with all the cheerfulness and brightness it brings! Such a cute top. You look fabulous, my friend! This outfit os absolutely an “Oh, Hey Girl” outfit!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
I really love this bright top with the pale greys, such a pretty combination!! Hope you have a great day Brooke!
Marta
http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com
I love that you go for a colorful wardrobe! I’m all about the neutrals but sometimes I feel like I need to step outside of my comfort zone more and pick out fun colors and prints!!
Rosy Outlook
I’m so with you on modesty and fit + that blouse is gorgeous!
We all need a balance of color and neutrals in our closet! Love that gorgeous top!
Totally color and fit!! It’s funny because I don’t even think of modesty, but I do feel extremely uncomfortable with low tops or too short skirts (although I do love my OTK boots with the shorter skirts now—maybe because I feel the legs are covered?)
Love this colorful top on you, Brooke! And hey girl—-you’re looking fab!!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
I love pieces that are fun but also fit well and are wearable (modest). You always look so good! Your pictures have been great lately!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Aw cute I love your colorful top! And was always wondering about what “oh hey girl” meant to you hehe thanks for sharing!
Kim
simplylovebirds.com
I love these bright and pretty colors for fall! That grey sweater looks pretty cozy too!
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
This is such a cute outfit. I love the print on the top, the cardigan looks so cozy, and those metallic shoes are fabulous!
Ok, can we talk about how much I love that floral print?! So pretty! And that cardigan is perfect. I’ve been looking for a light gray duster and this one is definitely it! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
I can see why you gravitate towards color and prints – you look gorgeous in both! The pop of color from your pretty print top is perfect with your coloring and looks great with your neutral cardigan! Love the whole look!
Mary
http://marymurnane.com
OMG this top is everything!!!! I think I say this on the daily to everyone 🙂
Brittany 🙂
http://www.kingdomofsequins.com
I love the bright colors of your top! I tend to gravitate towards black, and need to add more color to my wardrobe. Such a fun and classic look!
Rachael
http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com
Love this post! It is always fun to hear about what things make others feel confident. I’m not a big color person but I love that blouse! It’s so pretty!
Mary
https://www.themarycurator.com/
I totally agree on that too! Feels good to feel like you’re wearing something in a new way!
Thank you Rachelle!
haha! Thanks girl!!
Thanks Biana!
Such a sweet compliment Shelbee! Thank you!
Thank you Marta, hope you have a great day too!
I love neutral outfits, especially yours! When I see all of your black, I’m like I need more black, haha!
Thank you Carrie!!
So true!! I’m slowly adding more neutral, my wardrobe had become all prints, haha!
Maybe the word modest even comes from growing up my mom pushing modest, haha! But I agree with you, it’s more about fit and being uncomfortable if something is too low or short. It’s funny as I’m saying this I think of all the short skirts I own, that I love, haha! I don’t wear them as much as I should probably because they’re short, but I still love them. I love OTK boots too, I haven’t worn them myself yet, mainly because I don’t think they will suit my frame, but they look so good on other people!
Thank you Amy! I’ve been trying hard to get my pictures better, so thank you for the compliment!! Totally made my day. 🙂
😀 After a few years I figured it was finally time to explain it, haha!
Thanks Shauna! I can’t stop wearing this sweater, so cozy!
Thank you Amy!!
I love love love this cardigan, I definitely wear it at least once a week!
Thank you Mary!
Haha I feel the same way! Looking at other blogs always feeds my shopping addiction!
I love your chic outfits Rachael! You’re one that always makes me say I need more black in my life!
Thank you Mary!
Such a fun post! That “Oh Hey Girl” feeling is just that – a feeling! I can feel that way no matter what I’m wearing, depending on my mood! But a pair of jeans that fits in all the right places – yea you know what i’m talking about – that gets me!
–Roxanne
http://glassofglam.com
Oh Hey Girl….you hit the nail on the head when you mentioned choosing outfits that make you feel confident…confidence is always in style!
I had no idea what the phrase meant in the link up context but now I like it even better !
Haha love this post! I’m all about bright colors, and love modest pieces that still make you say Oh Hey Girl <3
Green Fashionista
Colors are so much fun to wear, I love the floral blouse on you! Also your pictures seem just vibrant and clear in this post! They do all the time, but the shots are really great!
http://www.mylittlenest.org
I think you need to try some OTK boots. The pair I just bought at DSW are just barely over the knee (and you realize that I’m not that much taller than you, right?)
XOXO
This post makes me think: Oh hey, girl! I want that HAIR!!!! 🙂
Paulina | http://www.shenska.com
I love how fun and colorful your top looks! Playing with colors is always fun!
Thanks Lanae! It is fun!
Haha you are too sweet! Thank you!
Thank you so much Ruth!! I tried editing these a little different, thank for the feedback! 😀
Yeah girl! Those are the best!
wooo!!! Im glad!
Confidence looks so good! 😀
You’re so right Roxanne! Those just right jeans are always a oh hey girl!!
I need to try! I’m so guilty of avoiding things because I “think” they won’t work.
I am so with you–these elements are all super important to me too, especially color and comfort. I absolutely LOVE the print and bright colors of that top, it’s so pretty!
This blouse is beautiful! I love the color and pattern are just gorgeous!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
I’ve always loved the name of your link up party. 🙂 I have to agree with all of these, although some days I love a neutral colored outfit over color. Just depends on my mood. Comfort is def. important and if the fit isn’t right, I just feel off all day. Great post!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
I have to be comfortable too! I actually have mostly neutral colors in my closet and could use more color lol.
http://www.myclusterofthoughts.com/
I love the print on your blouse! What a great way to add color to your look. I agree that comfort is key and when you feel your best, you look your best!
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
You look beautiful!
Federica
http://www.federicadinardo.com
Yes to so many of these! I have no time for fussy or uncomfortable clothing as a mum. If it can’t be quickly thrown on in the morning when rushing around getting toddlers ready, then it’s not going to stay in my wardrobe very long, haha!
Hope you are having a nice week 🙂
Away From The Blue Blog
I love your pretty casual look today! It’s perfect everyday style!
Cheryl
https://www.northwestmountainliving.com
That floral top is so cute! I love it.
http://sugarcoatedbears.blogspot.com/
I love this colorful and fun top! Loft has some of the best prints this year. I enjoyed reading about your Hey Girl moments. 🙂
Such a great top! Love your words and the idea of dressing modestly but still being able to capture your husband’s attention. That’s always my goal.
You look so gorgeous in this outfit! I love all the beautiful colors and designs in your top. Plus, the long cardigan pairs so nicely with the look. I could totally see myself wearing this!
Thank you for linking up this week!
~xo Sheree
PoshClassyMom.com
I love your pretty top, beautiful colours. The necklace is fabulous!
Emma xxx
http://www.style-splash.com
I really love your top!! So cute. The colors pop up really nicely!
Sheena | http://www.sheenalovessunsets.com
beautiful photos
The Glossychic
What a pretty colored top! Love how it pops!
xo,
Jacqueline
Stylin In St. Louis
Love the top, so colorful and fun! Such a refreshing sight this is dear.
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
This look is soo cute! I LOVE the print shirt, the colors are so fun and vibrant! 🙂
xo, Chloe // https://funinthecloset.com/florals-for-fall/