There are two things I love – okay, a lot of things I love, but two of them are clothes and supporting friends in their businesses. I mean, why give my money to a faceless corporation when I can support a friend instead? (Unless it’s Amazon – mama LOVES Amazon.)
So you can imagine my excitement when Brooke, a friend of mine from elementary school, opened The Paisley Heart, an online clothing boutique with clothes that are perfect for moms like me. I want to look cute and trendy, but I also have to be able to crawl around on the floor, I want to be comfortable, and frankly, I prefer anything I can wear with leggings. Brooke’s got some great items that fit my needs exactly!
So far I’ve bought this dress for myself, which I wear with leggings and tall brown boots and my denim jacket. It’s perfect for fall, and I’ve used that brown belt on a few other dresses.
A few of my other favorites that I have my eye on include:
Because of The Paisley Heart, Brooke has been able to leave her full-time job and work from home with her cute kiddos. I asked if she’d answer a few questions so you could get to know her better:
Hey Brooke! Tell us about yourself.
I’ve been married almost six years to my best friend and soul mate, Jon. I’m a mommy to two sweet little boys, Jude and Joel, who are 16 months apart and keep me very busy (and entertained). I recently left Corporate America and have shifted my focus to starting my own company, The Paisley Heart, in an effort to enjoy my days more “at work” and be more available and present for my family. Jon couldn’t be more supportive and we’re both confident God’s hand is on this… and it’s so exciting!
How are you balancing working at home with your family/kiddos?
Trial and error. I learn something new every day. I can tell you my ideal day is: get up before kiddos do and work a little. Work some more while they nap and then probably work a little more before bed. That NEVER happens! I just have to roll with the day and work when I can. If I’m against a deadline, they will probably get to watch a Disney movie. If it’s a slower day, I’ll take them to do something fun like the zoo or a pumpkin patch. The play room is my friend! I do always make sure we have a lesson time where we focus on learning new things and play time where we go outdoors. Sometimes I’m replying to customers while holding a crying babe… you just do what you need to do and at the end of the day, it works out fine. I am on a waiting list for a Mother’s Day Out program at a nearby church that will help in giving me some dedicated time for running errands and The Paisley Heart.
What fashion trends are big for this fall and winter?
Tribal and chevron patterns are the front runners. Big heavy cardigans and dolman sleeved piko tops are trending. Infinity scarves and tall boots. Maxi dresses have carried into fall – they are coming in all styles (wrap, scoop neck, etc.) with three-quarters length and long sleeves. Chunky belts with shirt dresses. Skinny jeans are still a must and palazzo pants are a new trend that has taken off like crazy lately.
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You can also find The Paisley Heart on Facebook – it’s a great way to stay on top of her new items as she gets them in.
Brooke has offered a 10% discount to Texas Lovely readers – just use the discount code TexasLovely when you check out. And, one lucky reader will receive a $25 gift certificate to her shop. Just go visit The Paisley Heart and then leave me a comment below letting me know which item you’d buy with your gift certificate if you win. Contest closes Thursday night. Good luck!
I would buy the Chevron top in navy or black! Love it!!!
Thanks so much, Bethe! I’m so excited to see the input and share my adventure!
I must own the Champaign Love Sweater. I’m with you, anything I can pair with some leggings makes me a happy (and comfy) mama!!
Small world! Brooke’s husband is a friend of Ben’s from Dalhart! Is it too late to enter the contest? I’d use the gift certificate to buy the exact same dress you posted pictures of…the brown and black chevron dress. SOOO great for fall!
I would choose “to the office”, “paisley my heart” dress or the new burgundy sweater with patches. All are lovely 🙂
Oh my. I can’t believe I hadn’t stumbled onto her website before. I’m in love! Speaking of love, I adore the cozy up open front cardigan in black and the faux fur hooded jacket. Among a few other things 😉 Thanks for introducing us to this shop!
I just ordered a few things from the Paisley Heart the other day! Such cute things and I am very excited for Brooke and her new adventure! Hmmm…if I won a gift card I might have to get the Tribal Sweater. That’s one of the things I had my eye on but decided to go for a piko top instead.
Pretty things!! It’s a toss-up between B&W Paisley and Olive Chevron dresses! Regardless if I win a gift cert or not, I’ll be coming back with my Christmas money to buy myself a treat!!
I would buy that super cute dress at the top! I know you said you had it too (obviously, because you have great taste!). Love all the chevron and love Brooke’s story!what a great example of the Proverbs 31 woman works with her hands to help provide for her family. So sweet! This is my first contest to ever enter in! Hope I win, this new mama needs some new clothes!! 🙂
So many cute things!! I would get one of the many adorable cardis/sweaters.
Probably the belt or the new sparkle shirt 🙂
I love the brown chevron dress as well!! Already bought the chevron top in navy! 😉 love it all!!
Hi there!!
What precious items! I would love to be bundled up in the burgundy patch perfect cardigan this fall! My sweet husband and I are thinking of doing our first Christmas picture this year and I just think this would be gorgeous! Excited to have another website to comb through!
I love the black and white Chevron maxi!
Buying all.of.it. Just watch me. What a great story, from a great friend, and a GREAT shop! Thanks for the coupon and for sharing!
I love the 4 buckle belt 🙂 and the chevron top. This site is great!
I am hoping for the Faux Fur Hooded Jacket! Thank you for sharing!!
The Chevron and On long cardigan! A long cardigan gets me every time and this one is very versatile,
I love this shop! I just found it today and ordered a couple of things! I love this post learning more about the owner!! Definitely adds that personal touch. If I won the gc I have my eye on a couple sweaters including the glitter one you posted above!
Very cute shop! I’d definitely want that black chevron scarf. 🙂
I love the textured fringed infinity scarf in mustard:) so many cute things though!