Mr. Handsome Pants

From the time they are able, my kids dress themselves. I only have one rule: if you are going to wear shorts in winter, don't complain to me that you are cold.

It's shocking, but 9, 6, and 3 year old sometimes choose some pretty wild outfits. I do occasionally get the "you're a crazy mom" look, but most of the time, people laugh. I don't think anyone assumes that I paired the sweatpants with the argyle sweater. It can be challenging to bite my tongue when the kids come down wearing their eclectic ensembles, but not getting them dressed myself is worth it. Because it rarely happens, they don't give me a hard time when I do ask them to change their clothes when it matters, like a wedding. We've never had a fight about clothes. That's a success story right there.

My youngest son, the Pinenut, is quite the fashion superstar. He has three go-to wardrobe pieces he continually sports.

#1. Cowboy boots. First arriving on the scene last spring, these $1 garage sale find boots have walked all over this town. When wearing them, he greets people with "Howdy Partner!"


#2. Shades. Through rain or shine, snow and sleet, these babies are always a must have accessory. They go with everything. I took this photo by the window so you could see there is about 5 inches of snow on the ground.


#3. Sweater Vest. This piece is so versatile because it can be dressed up with a pair of cords or made more casual with a pair of pajama pants. It can be layered or worn alone. Frontwards or Backwards - it doesn't matter! Sweater vests always look great!



You may think the fact I bring my kids out in public places looking like this almost everyday is embarrassing. But if you think that, your kids aren't dressing themselves allowing you ten more minutes of sleep, are they?