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in Fashion, Outfit Post on 01/21/15

I’m really trying to stay motivated in certain aspects of my life (aka – fitness), but I have a lot of trouble keeping my motivation level up where it needs to be.

My issue is that I start with a strong desire to achieve my goals…but life happens and the feeling disappears completely. There doesn’t seem to be a whole lot of middle ground for me.

I know a lot of people experience this struggle in many areas of their lives, but maintaining the desire to workout regularly is a big one for so many of us. What we/I need to remember is that it doesn’t have to be all or nothing. There’s a gigantic middle ground out there, too.

Today, I found my middle ground. I didn’t feel like working out. I just had no desire, what-so-ever. I almost decided against it, but I remembered that I pinned a 20 minute treadmill workout. 20 minutes? No problem. I had 20 minutes.

You know what? I not only completed the (intense) 20-minute workout, but I got my motivation back, put on my sturdy elbow sleeves for lifting, and added some unplanned strength training to my workout. Success = motivation.

Now, let’s talk fashion.

January isn’t exactly the most inspiring time to get dressed, but it doesn’t mean you should give up on dressing well and feeling good about yourself. Sure, throw on jeans and a sweatshirt, but make sure they’re jeans that you love and a sweatshirt with some sparkle. I’m convinced that adding a bit of sparkle is another way to beat those January blahs.

Jeans and a Sweatshirt - How to beat the January blahs with sparkles and accessories / somethingaboutthat.com

Jeans and a Sweatshirt - How to beat the January blahs with sparkles and accessories / somethingaboutthat.com

Jeans and a Sweatshirt - How to beat the January blahs with sparkles and accessories / somethingaboutthat.com

Jeans and a Sweatshirt - How to beat the January blahs with sparkles and accessories / somethingaboutthat.com

Jeans and a Sweatshirt - How to beat the January blahs with sparkles and accessories / somethingaboutthat.com

Jeans and a Sweatshirt - How to beat the January blahs with sparkles and accessories / somethingaboutthat.com

What I’m Wearing:

Sweatshirt – LOFT (Same)

Blouse – J.Crew (Same, but with a pattern)

Jeans – AG via Nordstrom Rack (Similar)

Purse – Gap (Similar)

Boots – Roots (Same)

Necklace – Target (Similar)

Just remember, it doesn’t have to be all or nothing!

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  1. Ivete says

    2015-01-21 at 8:26 AM

    I love a jeans/sweatshirt combination. This one is very appropriate for work/going out with friends. The sweatshirt is so pretty and the pink/blush color looks great on you!

    http://www.girlinahotcity.com

    Reply
  2. Shannon says

    2015-01-21 at 8:27 AM

    So adorable! I bought my sister-in-law that sweater for Christmas and I almost kept it for myself! It looks amazing layered! Too cute!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-21 at 9:10 AM

      You should have bought two! I’ve been known to do that before. No shame over here 🙂

      Reply
  3. Ivete says

    2015-01-21 at 8:28 AM

    Oh, and good job on the workout! I’ve read 20 minutes of intense exercise is better than an hour of low intensity. Keep it up, girl! 🙂

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-21 at 9:09 AM

      I should read up on that. It’s a lot more difficult to make excuses about 20 minutes than an hour…

      Reply
  4. Rach says

    2015-01-21 at 9:56 AM

    Definitely agree that sometimes it’s so hard to feel motivated to workout. But once you’re doing it, you feel great and forget how you were agonizing over it. Plus, January makes it impossible to want to do anything. That winter! Nevertheless, you did a great job asking some sparkle. That sweater is super cute!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

    Reply
  5. Darcy says

    2015-01-21 at 10:08 AM

    You look fantastic! Love the layering here!
    http://www.amemoryofus.com

    Reply
  6. Vanessa says

    2015-01-21 at 10:11 AM

    Beautiful, as always! Love this outfit on you – you’re simply stunning!!
    xoxo, Vanessa
    http://www.whatwouldvwear.net

    Reply
  7. Laura says

    2015-01-21 at 10:52 AM

    Outfit on point! That sweatshirt is gorgeous and so is your jewellery. 🙂

    Anything & Everything

    Reply
  8. Anna says

    2015-01-21 at 10:54 AM

    LOVE your embellished sweater and how you styled it with the geometric necklace. I’d love to hear your thoughts about my latest post if you get a second! Fash Boulevard

    Reply
  9. tara belle says

    2015-01-21 at 11:24 AM

    great sweatshirt!! I love the embellishments!!

    xoxo,
    Tara Belle
    http://www.NorthernLights-SouthernBelles.com

    Reply
  10. Adri says

    2015-01-21 at 11:39 AM

    I definitely know it’s hard to keep the motivation up! I’m trying to commit to two days during the week and start there. This week hasn’t been too successful, but it’s okay. Anyway, I love this look! Hats are the best!
    xo Adri
    http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com

    Reply
  11. Alecz says

    2015-01-21 at 11:39 AM

    That happens to me all the time, too! I’m feeling lazy, but drag myself to the gym anyway. And end up having the BEST workout ever. Also this outfit is awesome! Great sweater.

    https://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com

    Reply
  12. Wendy says

    2015-01-21 at 11:49 AM

    Not sure if it’s just me, but your pictures show up HUGE on my desktop and normal on my Bloglovin’ apps. It didn’t start doing that until about a week ago for me. I have to scroll quite a bit to see the whole thing (and I have a big computer screen). Just a heads up, if it isn’t only me with the problem – and it probably totally is. 😉 I’m all over glitzy or printed sweatshirts right now. No reason they can’t be accessorized!

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:11 PM

      That’s really, really weird. A friend of mine told me she had some weird issues with my photos in this post too…but it looks fine on my personal computer, work computer and phone, so I’m not sure what’s going on! Thanks for letting me know!

      Reply
  13. Shannon says

    2015-01-21 at 12:30 PM

    Staying motivated is seriously so hard. Definitely a constant struggle, so kudos (is that weird to say) to you for pushing through! Pinning that workout! I’m all for a good jeans and sweatshirt look…casual/chic is the way to go!

    Shannon
    Clothes & Quotes

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:10 PM

      Thanks – I just need to remember that the next time I have no desire at all to get moving.

      Let me know how the workout goes for you! <3

      Reply
  14. Kate says

    2015-01-21 at 12:38 PM

    What a fabulous sweatshirt! I find that setting small goals for myself makes everything so much easier. I say “go bike for ten minutes” and after ten minutes, I find that I’m game to go longer. Keep up your great work!

    Reply
  15. Clipping Path Outsource says

    2015-01-21 at 12:46 PM

    I remember perfectly the day I bought this type of pink sweater. My colleague constant advice was “Don’t buy stuff that’s not a basic” and this thought kept popping in the back of my head. Instead, I was completely driven by the color and shape of this pink sweater.

    http://www.clippingpathoutsource.com

    Reply
  16. Anna Baun says

    2015-01-21 at 1:36 PM

    I struggle with the exact same so don’t feel discouraged! I love your advice on it does not have to be all or nothing when life gets in the way. Finding that middle ground is key! Great post! XO

    Anna
    alilyloveaffair.com

    Reply
  17. Tori McKimm says

    2015-01-21 at 1:44 PM

    I agree–I have a really hard time staying motivated to hit the gym–but 20 mins is prolly something I could do 🙂 And honestly because I have a job where I sit a lot–I just need to move more and be more active during the day–that would help! I love this look on you–the blush color is so pretty 🙂

    Tori
    FashionBlingGirlyThings

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:09 PM

      I sit all day at work too! Sometimes, I like to find excuses to get up and walk around every so often.

      Reply
  18. Ashley says

    2015-01-21 at 2:00 PM

    Sparkle really is one of the best ways to beat the January clothing blues 🙂 And yay for getting some motivation to work out! I have been struggling with that myself lately but I just joined a barre class so I’m hoping that will motivate me a little bit!

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:08 PM

      Classes really help with motivation, because it’s at a specific time. That’s why I love team sports (summer only).

      Reply
  19. Megan Joy says

    2015-01-21 at 2:20 PM

    That sweater is totally adorable and the colour looks lovely on you! Great job on staying on track with your goals even though life happens! 😉

    Reply
  20. Meghan says

    2015-01-21 at 3:03 PM

    You go girl! That is so intense! 2 minutes at that incline and that speed? I wanna say you’re crazy, but if you did it, 1 million high fives for you. That’s amazing. I wanna go home and try it. It’ll kill me, but I want to do it. I’m all about fancy sweatshirts and nice looking jeans to be 1. warm and 2. cute, during the winter months.

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:08 PM

      I’m not gonna lie, I hadn’t done the workout before, so I modified it a bit there at the top, but now I’m working towards it.

      Did you make it the whole way?

      Reply
  21. JenLax says

    2015-01-21 at 4:43 PM

    OMG I did the same thing this morning. Thought about it for 15 minutes until I realized, fine, I have 20 minutes, I’ll go on a quick run. I’m so out of shape so it didn’t do much but I did feel better the rest of the day! Love the sweater, too.

    http://laxmilifestyle.com

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:07 PM

      Congratulations on pushing through and getting the 20 min in. It’s better than nothing, and if you keep it up, you won’t be out of shape 🙂

      Reply
  22. Kathleen says

    2015-01-21 at 5:14 PM

    You look so chic and stylish. I adore this combo and you did a fantastic job styling. I especially love your embellished sweater!
    <3
    katsfashionfix.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:05 PM

      Thank you so much!!

      Reply
  23. Sara Strauss says

    2015-01-21 at 8:12 PM

    Some days I really have to push myself to work out as well! Today I started using the Nike app and I pushed myself to keep going because I wanted to hit 2 miles. It’s a small thing, but it helped me go a little further. By the way, I love this top!
    ~Sara
    Sincerely, Sara

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:05 PM

      It’s those small things that help the most, isn’t it? I find apps help a lot, whether it’s to track progress, individual workouts, or even help with “what on earth should I do today”

      Reply
  24. Jacqueline says

    2015-01-21 at 8:43 PM

    What a cute sweatshirt! Love the embellishment! I feel you on the whole working out thing! It took every ounce today to actually work out.
    xo,
    Jacqueline
    Stylin In St. Louis

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:04 PM

      I’ll bet you feel better now though 😉

      And thanks – I could definitely see you wearing that sweatshirt too!

      Reply
  25. Maddy says

    2015-01-21 at 9:18 PM

    love that sweatshirt + I’m all about blush pink lately. it looks great with your hair.
    PS. way to kill the workout 🙂

    xo, Maddy
    http://cassidylou.com

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:04 PM

      Thanks Maddy!! 🙂

      Reply
  26. head to toe chic says

    2015-01-21 at 10:20 PM

    yay thats so awesome!! and I’m obsessed with this sweatshirt. The detailing is so pretty!

    xo,
    Angela

    Reply
  27. NERISSA says

    2015-01-22 at 12:14 AM

    the sweater is perfection!
    iloveyour blog!

    XOXO,

    http://www.fashionerza.com
    I can rock any outfits, come follow my online diary

    Reply
  28. Kierra says

    2015-01-22 at 1:49 AM

    Sweaters over button downs is my favorite. The color of your is so pretty!

    http://www.lavishingg.com
    xx

    Reply
  29. Sandra Rosalie says

    2015-01-22 at 2:53 AM

    wow i love this outfit on you .. looks amazing ..
    I love the sweater .. want it
    Hope you visit me on my Blog .. i love yours 🙂
    Sandra
    http://www.sunkissedheart.de

    Reply
  30. Jola says

    2015-01-22 at 5:41 AM

    You look fantastic! Love the sweater
    Jolahogg.com

    Reply
  31. Raya says

    2015-01-22 at 7:45 AM

    I really love this post, sometimes we really lose the motivation especially when we don’t see the result as fast as we want or we it’s just too tiring. I learned that the more we do the things that tire us or causes us fear, the tiredness and fear disappear. It’s just as wonderful as that, so keep on being motivated with the 20 minute plan and in no time you” reach your fitness goals and inspire us more. Stay gorgeous and keep in touch always. 🙂

    RAYA
    http://www.raysofraya.com
    INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/raysofraya/
    TWITTER: https://twitter.com/raysofraya
    FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/raysofraya

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    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:03 PM

      Thank you so much for the really inspired comment. You’re totally right! Fitness is something that doesn’t give instant results (regardless of the kind of results you want), and it makes it tough to keep it up.

      Reply
  32. Chloe says

    2015-01-22 at 8:16 AM

    I love your sweatshirt!
    Looks so cold over there.. looking forward to the summer that is for sure

    Cute outfit <3

    http://www.fasheauty.com
    UK High Street Fashion

    Reply
  33. Amy Ann says

    2015-01-22 at 8:50 AM

    Great post! You are so right, it doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Life is all about balance and I love the reminder. I tell myself this about working out all the time… I love your blush pink and layers!

    Amy Ann
    The Real Arnolds

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:02 PM

      Exactly! I know we all share the struggle 🙂

      Reply
  34. Ashley says

    2015-01-22 at 11:41 AM

    This sweatshirt is so cute- I love the color, too!

    And I totally feel you re: motivation. Most nights I would rather slag the gym off and just lounge- and then I drag myself there and go, and feel SO MUCH BETTER after I get done.

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:01 PM

      It’s rare that I actually “feel” like working out, but I ALWAYS feel so much better after. Maybe someday I’ll actually remember how good it makes me feel.

      Reply
  35. Anya Martin says

    2015-01-22 at 12:06 PM

    I am obsessed with your blouse ! You look beautiful !

    xo
    Anya
    MimosasAndMore.com

    Reply
  36. Zelle says

    2015-01-22 at 1:30 PM

    Such a fun sweatshirt! Love the detailing!
    xo Southern Style

    Reply
  37. Tracy says

    2015-01-22 at 5:28 PM

    This is SO very cute and the prettiest pale pink! When I struggle with exercise or something I really don’t want to do, I often think of the oldie but goodie “just do it”, nike got it right years ago and it’s so simple it works just like you did by getting on the treadmill for a short (but effective workout 🙂

    Tracy
    http://www.TracysNotebookofStyle.com

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:00 PM

      You know what…I never really ‘thought’ about the motivation behind “Just Do It.” Genius. Seriously!

      Reply
  38. Anna says

    2015-01-22 at 7:17 PM

    Rad! I need to get back into working out. I used to be so diligent about it, but lately finding the motivation has been particularly hard. I’m glad you’re on track! Love the details on your sweater, by the way! <3

    – Anna

    http://www.melodicthriftychic.com

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 10:00 PM

      Why does it have to be so hard to keep motivated? It’s a constant struggle for most of us!

      Reply
  39. Erin Elizabeth says

    2015-01-22 at 8:05 PM

    I LOVE this jewel-detailed sweatshirt!! It’s sooooo cute! 🙂 Great color too. You look cozy and cute!
    xo Erin
    http://www.winkandatwirl.com

    Reply
    • Jackie says

      2015-01-22 at 9:59 PM

      Thank you! I can assure you that I wasn’t anywhere near cozy while taking these photos 😉

      Reply
  40. Mili says

    2015-01-23 at 4:10 AM

    I’m the worst with exercise. I’d rather eat ice cream and watch Friends than get on a treadmill. But 20 minutes doesn’t sound that bad! I’ll have to check out that workout 🙂 And your sparkles definitely defeat the January blahs 😉

    Mili

    Reply
  41. Red Tag Chic Los Angeles says

    2015-01-23 at 9:04 AM

    You made winter a lot prettier with pastels & those awesome embellishments!!!

    Best!
    Rebecca
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

    Reply
  42. Color Me Courtney says

    2015-02-02 at 1:40 PM

    Amazing post! I’m obsessed with that embellished sweatshirt, you can never go wrong with pale pink!

    XO Courtney
    http://www.colormecourtney.com

    Reply

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