Bow Cardigan

March 6, 2017

How cute is this bow cardigan?! I mean, come on. It’s the one I shared during the Shopbop sale last week and ordered myself. We took these pictures on Friday (fighting the wind the whole time), and I planned to wear this exact outfit on Saturday. After seeing the photos, I ended up wearing different jeans. I just decided I wanted a more boyfriend style to balance out the bows on top a little more. I really have learned a lot from seeing myself in clothes. I recommend taking even just a quick mirror selfie to help yourself decide on clothing.

I turned 31 on Saturday, and I couldn’t help but reflect on the past year. This time last year Russ and I were celebrating my 30th at a fancy dinner with friends while facing IVF after struggling with infertility for over two years. On Saturday we had Little Caesar’s pizza on our back deck at 5:30 while I held my 3 month old daughter. I could have wept with gratitude over the story the Lord has written. There were days that I asked him if he even saw me or cared about the desires of my heart. I had to surrender to him over and over again. It was both the ugliest and most beautiful thing, and I am the better for it. Ivy Jean, you are what makes this year special. Last year we didn’t know if we’d get to have children, and this year I am your mama.

Bow Cardigan

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Amy Ann

102 Comments

Reply Saida - She talks Glam March 9, 2017 at 5:28 pm

Happy belated birthday Amy! It’s very touching to read your story. Life is really wonderful and full of surprises. We just have to keep on trusting!
Loving the bow cardigan of course, so delicate and chic. Dreamy outfit
Have a great day!

♡
Saida | She talks Glam

Reply Jackie March 9, 2017 at 1:09 pm

This is such a cute cardigan! I love how you’ve styled it and I bet it looked fab with your boyfriend jeans.
Happy belated birthday. What a difference a year makes. I’m so happy for you guys and I’m glad you didn’t lose faith. As he always has a plan for us and I just know he has many more blessings for you guys.

xo, Jackie
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Reply Suze @LuxuryColumnist March 9, 2017 at 3:50 am

This is such a flattering cardigan, does it come in several colors? Love the grey on you

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Reply jess March 8, 2017 at 10:42 am

How adorable are those bows! I love the oTS looks and this is a winner on you!
thanks for linking
jess xx
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Reply Kasie Chelanne March 7, 2017 at 11:14 pm

I am IN LOVE with your cardigan, Amy! What a fun take on a classic.

Reply Gretchen Grace March 7, 2017 at 10:16 pm

I love the cardigan! It’s such a cute piece! I’ve seen a lot of “cold shoulder” posts but yours is, so far, the cutest!

– Gretch of GG Memochou

Reply Julie March 7, 2017 at 9:31 pm

What a darling update to a classic cardigan! Equal parts chic and sexy!
Thank you for visiting babe- Hope to see you back for my latest!

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Reply Akaleistar March 7, 2017 at 7:34 pm

That bow cardigan is darling!

Reply Heidi D. March 7, 2017 at 5:56 pm

Happy belated birthday girl! What a year you’ve had! Looking adorable in this fun sweater.

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Reply Nicole Layne March 7, 2017 at 4:39 pm

Happy belated birthday!! I was so tempted by this sweater, but I’m trying to be good. It is so cute on you though! What a wonderful way to spend your special day. I’m so happy for you and all of the wonderful things that have happened over the past year!

Nicole
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Reply Ruth Maldonado March 7, 2017 at 4:20 pm

I love this sweater! The bow detailing is so unique! You paired it perfectly with those jeans and boots. Absolutely gorgeous! I am so happy for you and your husband. A child is an amazing gift to have!

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Reply Jasmine Ledezma March 7, 2017 at 3:37 pm

This is so cute!! i’ve never seen anything like it!
I just love your whole outfit!
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