Birthday Ready with Ageless Style

It's the third Thursday of the month and time for another ageless style challenge.  This month Marsha picked Birthday Party Attire in honor of her birthday.  I thought that sounded like such a fun and easy prompt!

I decided not to overthink it and just wear an outfit I would wear to a birthday party.  In our family, parties aren't a huge deal and we often just have a small get together at the house.  We are a pretty casual family so we don't dress up. 


This time of year I'd normally wear a sweater with some jeans so that's what I did.  I paired this new black sweater I had gotten over the summer with an old pair of jeans and some new black boots. 




Here is a photo of an actual outfit I wore in August to my mother in law's birthday party.. even then I was wearing a sweater and jeans!






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  1. Kathrine EldridgeOctober 19, 2023 at 6:35 AM

    I love your cozy chic look for this theme! Where you took these photos is lovely. Thanks for the link up too.

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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  2. HollyOctober 19, 2023 at 6:55 AM

    Perfect Fall outfit! Looks great :)

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  3. Amy JohnsonOctober 19, 2023 at 8:05 AM

    You did what I almost did, then I switched it at the last minute. Birthday parties aren't a big deal for us either, so I normally just wear regular clothes. You look very cozy and ready for fall.

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  4. BojanaOctober 19, 2023 at 8:28 AM

    That's us too. We keep it pretty casual, especially when it's home based. That black sweater is going to be a work horse for you, I am sure. Lots of ways to wear it. Have a nice weekend ahead.

    bosbodaciousblog.blogspot.ca

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  5. AnonymousOctober 19, 2023 at 9:16 AM

    What a great spot for pictures! We don't do much for birthdays anymore, but we do eat well and have some gifts. I like to wear something colorful for birthdays most of the time. This sweater is going to be so versatile this winter. I would work great with those skirts you need to pull back out!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  6. Sally in St PaulOctober 19, 2023 at 11:58 AM

    You look neat, comfortable, and ready for anything in this simple fall outfit that is quite outdoor ready.

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  7. PamelaOctober 19, 2023 at 12:44 PM

    I love the detail on your sweater sleeves.

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    1. Joanne October 19, 2023 at 1:33 PM

      That's what drew me to the sweater in the first place.

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  8. JenniferOctober 19, 2023 at 12:49 PM

    You look cute, as always, and like you are ready to relax and enjoy an afternoon with friends and family - perfect!

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  9. Linda StollOctober 19, 2023 at 1:45 PM

    you look so cute, comfortable, and classy, Joanne!

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  10. MELODY JACOBOctober 19, 2023 at 2:40 PM

    I like the smart and simplicity of the outfits.
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  11. Jodie's Touch of StyleOctober 19, 2023 at 2:42 PM

    A sweater and jeans can be the perfect outfit for so many occasions. I love the necklace too Joanne,
    XOOX
    Jodie
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    1. Joanne October 20, 2023 at 5:51 AM

      Thanks! I'm trying to remember to wear necklaces more often; I have so many of them.

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  12. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!October 19, 2023 at 4:18 PM

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  13. MarshaOctober 19, 2023 at 11:07 PM

    Joanne, you always look so good! I love that old barn in the background, too!

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  14. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenOctober 20, 2023 at 7:02 AM

    You look beautiful in your casual outfits, Joanne! What a gorgeous setting you chose. You’re so lucky to have such beauty surrounding you. Have a great weekend!

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  15. Doused in Pink | Chicago Style BlogOctober 20, 2023 at 7:51 AM

    We're pretty causal for birthday parties too unless we are going out to celebrate. This is such a cute look! Also love your summer birthday look!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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  16. Kim CarberryOctober 20, 2023 at 9:57 AM

    What a simple but lovely outfit. x

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  17. onceuponatimehappilyeverafter.comOctober 20, 2023 at 12:18 PM

    Perfect. Jeans and a sweater would work for most anything we do. I did look back and for the granddaughters' birthdays, I have dressed up a little but not always. Kind of depends where we are going and what we are doing at the party. I am thinking the 75th bday party we are attending next week might be a little fancier. Need to talk with the other gals to see what they are wearing.

    Love the top you wore to your MIL's bday celebration.

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    1. Joanne October 21, 2023 at 5:33 AM

      I often see what others are planning on wearing too so I'm not over or under dressed.

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  18. ratnamurtiOctober 20, 2023 at 5:54 PM

    I think that jeans and a sweater are timeless. And they look good on you, too

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  19. Kellyann RohrOctober 21, 2023 at 4:33 PM

    A sweater and jeans is such a solid, classic outfit Joanne! I think small, family gatherings are the best way to celebrate!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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  20. Joanne October 23, 2023 at 6:00 AM

    Thank you!

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  21. Lindsay's Sweet WorldOctober 25, 2023 at 1:14 PM

    I love that sweater! You can never go wrong with black... it's classic!

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