Archive - Made in Mom Jeans

taylor swift and other things that saved my life last year (literally)

long story short, I survived

Sep 18, 2024 •

Darrian Chamblee

My Top 30 Thrifting Tips - 30 Thrift Shopping Tips You Probably Haven't Heard Before

I started thrifting last year when we were in Georgia as a way to add new pieces to my wardrobe on our newlywed, one-income budget.

Oct 24, 2019 •

Darrian Chamblee

The Complete Guide to Attending Any West Point Class Event

DISCLAIMER: This post was written in 2018.

Jan 15, 2018 •

Darrian Chamblee

shelf talk 01: ya fantasy at its finest

From dystopian dramas to witchy disappointments, here's everything I consumed and my totally unbiased (read: very biased) thoughts.

Sep 20, 2024 •

Darrian Chamblee

the end of an era...

and the start of a new chapter.

Jun 13 •

Darrian Chamblee

Everything You Need to Know about Attending an Army West Point Football Game

I went to a big football school, so I thought I knew a thing or two about surviving a college football game day.

Oct 16, 2017 •

Darrian Chamblee

Rich Rodriguez is Back at WVU—What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Let’s unpack the drama, the betrayal, and why Mountaineer Nation is giving Rich Rod a second chance.

Dec 12, 2024 •

Darrian Chamblee

journal with me 01: things I can control

how a simple journaling exercise saved me from spiraling—one Notes app list at a time.

Sep 25, 2024 •

Darrian Chamblee

I stopped letting influencers tell me what to wear (and it felt surprisingly freeing)

Rediscovering my style by shopping my own closet and ignoring the noise.

Oct 28, 2024 •

Darrian Chamblee

The Easiest DIY Wedding Planning Binder Ever (that only has the stuff you ACTUALLY need)

I don't know about you but for me, wedding planning can easily become overwhelming.

Feb 14, 2018 •

Darrian Chamblee

53 Pieces of Deployment Advice for Military Spouses

Preparing for a season of deployment isn’t something they teach you.

Feb 13, 2020 •

Darrian Chamblee

What to Wear to a Winter Bridal Shower

Whether you’re attending a winter bridal shower as the bride or going to a winter bridal shower as a guest, trying to decide what to wear to a winter…

Dec 13, 2017 •

Darrian Chamblee

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