I wake up pretty early for work each morning, and we all know that’s not always easy to do.
The obvious way to make waking up early a little bit less painful is to go to bed earlier. Common sense at it’s finest. This issue for many of us (especially those who work full time jobs, work out, make dinner, blog, have kids, play sports, etc), is that it’s easier said than done. We all have so much to do, and not enough hours in the day!
Every morning, I regret my decision to go to bed later than I should the night before. I try to tell myself that I need to remember that feeling when the evening does roll around, as motivation to get under those covers at a reasonable time. It just never happens!
I was talking to my friend about this the other day as she was feeling like just as much of a zombie as I was. She suggested that I bought a new bed, in the hope that it would encourage me to go to bed earlier. Apparently that’s a tactic which works well with kids. I must admit, I’m not a big fan of the look of my bed so I did take a look online on websites like myfdb.com (All of the bed frames list here). I found some that I liked, but my concern was that this would be counterproductive… as I’d only want to stay in bed more in the morning!
I guess you just can’t win.
Today was extra difficult to wake up, because I finally noticed something different. The sun hadn’t even come up yet!
I’ve noticed the days getting shorter in the evenings, but now it’s happening in the morning, too. Another sure sign of the official start of fall, right on the horizon. Yikes.
What I’m Wearing:
Denim Jacket – Hudson Jeans (Similar, Similar for Less)
Dress as a Top – Free People via Hudson’s Bay (Similar, Similar)
Tights – Lululemon (Same)
Bag – Roots (Same)
Necklace – Stella & Dot (Same)
Yes, I have a bit of an obsession with this jacket – recently styled here and here!
Ivete says
Preach, girl! I hear ya… Denim jackets are great for fall. I can’t wait to wear mine-hopefully soon! I like how you rolled up the sleeves on yours and the background of your pics is so pretty. 🙂
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Jackie says
Thanks! I am always rolling up the sleeves. I find they get in the way otherwise!
Ashley says
I wish I were disciplined enough to go to bed earlier, maybe I wouldn’t be so tired all the time! I love the top you’re wearing. The print is super cute!
Jackie says
I’m literally complaining that I’m tired all of the time…and it’s no wonder! haha
Adri says
Oh gosh! I’m about start a new job and I will be waking up super early. I better make sure I go to bed early. And I love the layering!
xo Adri
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Jenna says
Rock that jean jacket girl! I need one like this! Slash need ONE haha
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Head to Toe Chic says
I have the same feeling as you in the morning, I always wish I went to bed earlier!! and I’m loving your dress and jacket together! So perfect.
xo,
Angela
M says
Cute dress!
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Marianne says
I love how you styled this whole look! You look great! I wake up early for you and my co-workers and I call it waking up at “zero dark 30.” It won’t be any easier once the days get shorter. I hear ya girl, I hear ya!
Marianne
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Brittney says
Ugh, that’s basically my daily struggle in a nutshell. You think that I would learn, that if humans can learn from their mistakes and improve, I can get up earlier in the day and sleep earlier. Nope and nope. Beautiful necklace, btw!
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Maggie says
I am with you 100% here! I always regret my late bed time when the early morning rolls around and I have to be at work! But you look fab in this layered look!
Maggie
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libys11 says
love the denim jacket!! such a staple piece!
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Ashleigh says
You look lovely Jackie! I certainly couldn’t tell you were running on little sleep!
Tracy says
This is all kinds of cute and you know I love the denim jacket! Haha, I know what you mean, never enough hours in the day (and why I’m so addicted to my lattes, lol) and not looking forward to the darker mornings, boo!
Tracy
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Brooke says
Just love your denim jacket, it really is the perfect staple piece! I tell myself every night to go to bed early, but then the Kardashians comes on or some other pointless show I’m addicted to and I’m back to staying up wayyy to late, ha.
Rach says
I have the same issue too. I always regret not going to bed early. But serious, there’s so much to do! Ugh so depressing that the day is getting shorter and shorter! Nevetheless, you look great and that jean jacket is a must!
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Red Tag Chic Los Angeles says
Sad to see Summer go but cant help but be excited for crisper mornings and wearing cute looks like this one you’re wearing!!!
Rebecca
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Caroline says
Haha your text is on point 🙂 I totally recognize myself 🙂 But I am quite happy that Fall is here 🙂
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Tori McKimm says
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this look–so cute and put together and perfect for fall!! Why are mornings soo hard!? I hate them haha I am such a night owl 🙂
Tori
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Ira says
Amazing post! And I love your blog:)
I am now following you on Bloglovin, follow me back?:)
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Sarahi Herrera says
So beautiful!! I love your photos and your sense of style. Really cute blog.
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Nicole says
I absolutely love this outfit! So trendy and perfect for fall!
I just followed your blog.. can’t wait to read more!!
xo ClassToCloset
Wendy says
Love that Roots bag and the print of that dress!
Sara Strauss says
I always want to go to sleep earlier than I do, and then I regret it in the morning when I look like death haha! Then again I don’t have to wake up too early (8am) because I’m only part-time right now. I really like your casual and fun outfit! Your lipstick color is so pretty on you!
~Sara
Kathleen says
Gorgeous tunic! Such a fabulous combo and you look super fierce and beautiful. Love it!
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Maddy says
It is SO hard to go to bed early – I feel like there are always things I want to do at night!
Happy weekend (& sleeping in!)
xo, Maddy
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Stephanie says
Denim is always so effortless and trendy. Love how you styled your jacket!
Daria Vais says
Nice outfit! I like it
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Rebecca says
Love this look! Denim is so perfect for autumn! 😀
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Shannon says
that is the worst part about getting up early, when the sun isn’t even up. Ugh, it makes it so much harder! Loving your denim jacket!
Shannon
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andréa says
i love the denim jacket! i really like the fit and can’t wait to live in mine this fall
-Andréa
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Arianne says
you look super girly! I love that dress 😀