“Hot girl summer” has a whole new meaning in t “Hot girl summer” has a whole new meaning in the south. Love this humidity for us. 🔥🤪 Had to snap a pic before we left yesterday because I knew I would be a mess by the time we got there. What’s the weather like where you are?

I am deeply obsessed with this dress. The cutouts are flattering and not too much and it really highlights your curves. You can also wear a real bra or a nursing bra with it and in the summer that is just ideal.

I’m wearing a L and it is roomy but still flattering. This dress is also on major sale today for $21! Linking it in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3IA9s

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #oldnavystyle #oldnavy #shopltk #ltkunder50 #spottedinoldnavy
There are some new faces around here so first of a There are some new faces around here so first of all, hello! Thank you so much for being here. 👋🏻 Please say “hello” in the comments and let me know your favorite beverage. You’ll learn quickly that I drink a LOT of Diet Coke. 🥤

I thought it might be a good idea to reintroduce myself. So here are a few quick facts about me!

1. I live just outside of Atlanta. I have bopped all over the Atlanta area and lived and worked on all sides of the city before happily settling down back in my hometown. I NEVER thought I would live in the same zip code where I grew up, but I love that this is where we have decided to put down roots and start our family.
2. Speaking of family, I met my husband, Stephen, in college. He was my blind date to a sorority party. (I’m a ZTA 🍓👑) We got married in October of 2016 and had our first baby (Benjamin) in March 2021! 
3. I also have two adorable pets, Molly and Mimosa. 🐶🐱 Mimosa was featured in the Atlanta Humane Society calendar last year as Miss May! ✨
4. I primarily share midsize style for the in-between bodies on my blog, Instagram and LTK app! I have been between sizes 8-16 over the past few years, so I know a few things about dressing a midsize body. I just released my midsize style guide yesterday, and you can instantly download it from my blog! (Helengbailey.com) 
5. As a former certified event planner, I love to share holiday and party planning inspo on my platforms. Halloween is my favorite though, and I have already started shooting Halloween content. 🕷 This year is going to be the biggest and best year yet! In addition to party planning ideas, Ben and I are sharing more mom and son costume ideas, and Ben in a costume is just my favorite! 😍

Thank you so, so much for being here! I work hard on this little side hustle and can’t keep it going without you. I’m so grateful for your engagement, clicks, likes and comments. Please do not ever hesitate to reach out! I LOVE to hear from you! Happy Friday! 💕
I wore this dress in Savannah for workshop day at I wore this dress in Savannah for workshop day at @theblogsocieties conference! I love this dress and think it would be perfect for a baby shower, garden party and is even work appropriate! It’s very flattering and will definitely be pulled out of my closet again and again!

Speaking of flattering, I am releasing my midsize style guide tomorrow morning to my newsletter subscribers! If you are midsize, don’t miss the release. The guide is full of tips and tricks for dressing midsize bodies, plus it has lots of summer items from my favorite midsize brands.

I am wearing a large in this dress and it runs a little big, if in between sizes, size down! Linked here in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me (helengbailey) to shop my Instagram, daily outfits and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HsPQ

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #tbscon #theblogsocieties #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner
This dress is such a staple in my wardrobe right n This dress is such a staple in my wardrobe right now! It is so flattering and I just can’t get enough. It is 30% off today with code SUNNY! 

What piece in your closet do you wear over and over? 

I am wearing a large in this dress and it runs a little big, if in between sizes, size down! Linked here in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me (helengbailey) to shop my Instagram, daily outfits and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HEEG 

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #loveloft #loftimist #shopltk #ltksalealert
Savannah is such a dream! I’m lucky that it’s Savannah is such a dream! I’m lucky that it’s not too far away and I get to visit often. I posted my Savannah Travel Guide on the blog today! ➡️ helengbailey.com.

My set is one of my new favorites! I love the color and the high-waisted fit. I’ve linked it in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me there for my daily ootds, outfit inspiration and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HByk

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner
Made it to Savannah! ☀️ Obsessed with this s Made it to Savannah! ☀️ 

Obsessed with this set from @petalandpup that I wore to @theblogsocieties #tbscon welcome party last night! Linking it in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3Hp33

I’m wearing a large and it runs true to size!

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner #shopltk
Loving every second of summer with my sweet boy. S Loving every second of summer with my sweet boy. Swipe through for our list of pool or beach day essentials with your baby! ☀️ 

And enjoy the second pic of my boy living his best life. He is such a water baby! 🤣🤣

All of our baby pool essentials are linked in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3GXvf

Do you love the pool or beach more during the summer? 🏖 

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger #ltkfamily #ltkbaby #ltkkids
First Friday of summer! ☀️ What are you doing First Friday of summer! ☀️ What are you doing this weekend?

Ben came home from school FULL of energy today so we decided this was a perfect afternoon for a first trip to the park! 🛝 He LOVED it! Here’s a big photo dump of my sweet boy. 

My overalls are linked in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3GJYV

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger #shopltk #ltkunder50 #ltkfamily
Poolside cuddles with my favorite little dude! ☀ Poolside cuddles with my favorite little dude! ☀️

What are you doing for the long weekend? 💙

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger
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Life, Wedding · August 9, 2016

So We’re Taking Dance Lessons

Stephen and I are taking dance lessons. We knew our first dance would reflect two middle schoolers dancing to “This I Promise You” if we didn’t. You know the dance. The one where you had to leave room for either a ruler or Jesus depending on what kind of school you went to.

Let’s take a little survey, shall we? What song was your first middle school slow dance? I’m pretty sure all of my close friends danced to “This I Promise You” because we’re part of the N’SYNC generation.

Anyways, this was not exactly the vibe we really wanted for our first dance. So once a week, we go to dance class. It’s going ok… so far I think we have mastered walking without falling down. We’re basically at toddler level.

I definitely don’t let Stephen lead and because I have to go backwards, and I’m constantly concerned we’re going to crash into a wall. Because of these two things, they always make me close my eyes. It doesn’t matter though, I lead and turn too early anyway. We get through about two sets of “long, long, short shorts” until we mess up. So there is a very real possibility that the middle school slow dance will rear its ugly head. We’ll see.

While I am cautiously optimistic we can do this, I have only tried it in Toms and comfortable clothes. I become a little less optimistic when I remember I have to wear real shoes and a train.

It also doesn’t help that our instructors are perfect ballroom Gods. She looks like Tinkerbell with Rapunzel’s hair and always has on a pair of twinkly rhinestone shoes in a different color. He kind of looks like a younger Antonio Banderas with glasses. Sometimes they demonstrate for new couples and we always stop and watch. We get in trouble though because we’re supposed to be practicing.

So while they look like Fred and Ginger, Stephen and I are at Taylor Swift level:

Source
Why does she continue to do this at award shows? She knows we can see her, right?
Alright, we’ve totally derailed. Let me know what your first dance song was in the comments because I’m nosey. 

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“Hot girl summer” has a whole new meaning in t “Hot girl summer” has a whole new meaning in the south. Love this humidity for us. 🔥🤪 Had to snap a pic before we left yesterday because I knew I would be a mess by the time we got there. What’s the weather like where you are?

I am deeply obsessed with this dress. The cutouts are flattering and not too much and it really highlights your curves. You can also wear a real bra or a nursing bra with it and in the summer that is just ideal.

I’m wearing a L and it is roomy but still flattering. This dress is also on major sale today for $21! Linking it in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3IA9s

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #oldnavystyle #oldnavy #shopltk #ltkunder50 #spottedinoldnavy
There are some new faces around here so first of a There are some new faces around here so first of all, hello! Thank you so much for being here. 👋🏻 Please say “hello” in the comments and let me know your favorite beverage. You’ll learn quickly that I drink a LOT of Diet Coke. 🥤

I thought it might be a good idea to reintroduce myself. So here are a few quick facts about me!

1. I live just outside of Atlanta. I have bopped all over the Atlanta area and lived and worked on all sides of the city before happily settling down back in my hometown. I NEVER thought I would live in the same zip code where I grew up, but I love that this is where we have decided to put down roots and start our family.
2. Speaking of family, I met my husband, Stephen, in college. He was my blind date to a sorority party. (I’m a ZTA 🍓👑) We got married in October of 2016 and had our first baby (Benjamin) in March 2021! 
3. I also have two adorable pets, Molly and Mimosa. 🐶🐱 Mimosa was featured in the Atlanta Humane Society calendar last year as Miss May! ✨
4. I primarily share midsize style for the in-between bodies on my blog, Instagram and LTK app! I have been between sizes 8-16 over the past few years, so I know a few things about dressing a midsize body. I just released my midsize style guide yesterday, and you can instantly download it from my blog! (Helengbailey.com) 
5. As a former certified event planner, I love to share holiday and party planning inspo on my platforms. Halloween is my favorite though, and I have already started shooting Halloween content. 🕷 This year is going to be the biggest and best year yet! In addition to party planning ideas, Ben and I are sharing more mom and son costume ideas, and Ben in a costume is just my favorite! 😍

Thank you so, so much for being here! I work hard on this little side hustle and can’t keep it going without you. I’m so grateful for your engagement, clicks, likes and comments. Please do not ever hesitate to reach out! I LOVE to hear from you! Happy Friday! 💕
I wore this dress in Savannah for workshop day at I wore this dress in Savannah for workshop day at @theblogsocieties conference! I love this dress and think it would be perfect for a baby shower, garden party and is even work appropriate! It’s very flattering and will definitely be pulled out of my closet again and again!

Speaking of flattering, I am releasing my midsize style guide tomorrow morning to my newsletter subscribers! If you are midsize, don’t miss the release. The guide is full of tips and tricks for dressing midsize bodies, plus it has lots of summer items from my favorite midsize brands.

I am wearing a large in this dress and it runs a little big, if in between sizes, size down! Linked here in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me (helengbailey) to shop my Instagram, daily outfits and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HsPQ

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #tbscon #theblogsocieties #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner
This dress is such a staple in my wardrobe right n This dress is such a staple in my wardrobe right now! It is so flattering and I just can’t get enough. It is 30% off today with code SUNNY! 

What piece in your closet do you wear over and over? 

I am wearing a large in this dress and it runs a little big, if in between sizes, size down! Linked here in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me (helengbailey) to shop my Instagram, daily outfits and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HEEG 

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #loveloft #loftimist #shopltk #ltksalealert
Savannah is such a dream! I’m lucky that it’s Savannah is such a dream! I’m lucky that it’s not too far away and I get to visit often. I posted my Savannah Travel Guide on the blog today! ➡️ helengbailey.com.

My set is one of my new favorites! I love the color and the high-waisted fit. I’ve linked it in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me there for my daily ootds, outfit inspiration and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HByk

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner
Made it to Savannah! ☀️ Obsessed with this s Made it to Savannah! ☀️ 

Obsessed with this set from @petalandpup that I wore to @theblogsocieties #tbscon welcome party last night! Linking it in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3Hp33

I’m wearing a large and it runs true to size!

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner #shopltk
Loving every second of summer with my sweet boy. S Loving every second of summer with my sweet boy. Swipe through for our list of pool or beach day essentials with your baby! ☀️ 

And enjoy the second pic of my boy living his best life. He is such a water baby! 🤣🤣

All of our baby pool essentials are linked in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3GXvf

Do you love the pool or beach more during the summer? 🏖 

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger #ltkfamily #ltkbaby #ltkkids
First Friday of summer! ☀️ What are you doing First Friday of summer! ☀️ What are you doing this weekend?

Ben came home from school FULL of energy today so we decided this was a perfect afternoon for a first trip to the park! 🛝 He LOVED it! Here’s a big photo dump of my sweet boy. 

My overalls are linked in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3GJYV

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger #shopltk #ltkunder50 #ltkfamily
Poolside cuddles with my favorite little dude! ☀ Poolside cuddles with my favorite little dude! ☀️

What are you doing for the long weekend? 💙

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger
Took this pic before my hair doubled in size and I Took this pic before my hair doubled in size and I rapped to Vanilla Ice. 🧊 

Had the best week in Tulum celebrating our friends! 🌴 And now I’m so happy to be reunited with our snuggly boy.

Dress linked in the @shop.ltk app! Direct link ➡️ https://liketk.it/3FnrN

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