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Strong Woman Surrenders to Love and Chooses Happiness
“I’ve loved & I’ve lost, I’ve lost & I’ve found—Fallen & risen, from pain to solid ground. Strength is not silence, nor walls built above—It’s courage to open, to surrender to love.” 𝒥 As I close out another month in this life journey, I know whatever comes next—I choose happiness🕊️🤎
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How to Be a Boss, Not a Basic Bihh
boss1 /bôs/ noun 1: a person who exercises control or authority; specifically one who directs workers. 2: a major antagonist in a game—& usually one that must be overcome in order for a player to progress. Being a boss isn’t just a vibe—it’s how you look, move, & level up. Forget basic; bosses move with…
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How to Be a Stylish Mom: 5 Effortless Ways to Always Look Put Together
Being a stylish mom isn’t about following every trend—it’s about showing up confident, polished, & pretty. The way a mother presents herself reflects not only her, but also her child. This is the effortless outfit I wear to meet my daughter’s 5th grade teacher. Plus five easy ways to get the look, & always dress…
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Lazy Library Outfits for a Simple Small Town Girl
Some days, a mom is just on the go—& honestly, dressing up isn’t on the list. In Iowa, you’ll catch somebody wearing a hoodie in the middle of summer (yes, even in the heat). We layer for no reason. Whether I’m running to the library, or stopping by the park, I need something that feels…
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How to Look Ultra Cool in the Summer
The key to look super cool in the summer is to dress for the weather. Choose breathable fabrics like airy linen & soft cotton. Stick to light colors so the sun deflects instead of absorbs. This is the secret formula to the perfect outfit in the blazing heat. I wear a collared blue & white striped…
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Jea’Tayla’s Mind Drifts off into the Cozy Realm of Fall
“Twilight, again. Another ending. No matter how perfect the day is, it always has to end.” Edward Cullen, Twilight Twilight is the space between daylight & darkness. The soft glow before night. Just like the end of summer, & the start of fall. My mind drifts off into my favorite time of year. Summer leaves…
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Get the Easy Look: The Preppy Playground Mom Outfit
“I remember walkin’ through the park, just shootin’ the breeze. Kissin’ in the shade—those were the days.” Those were the Days, Aaliyah ‘01 Some days, a mom just wants to look effortlessly put together without sacrificing comfort. This playground look is my go-to when I want style & playfulness to meet in the middle. I…
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Tayla Jay’s Signature Style is One in a Million
Born from the flyest young parents in the late ’90s, a fashion icon was born in 1997, the beginning of Generation Z—Tayla Jay. My Mom & Dad both had the drip with unmatched music taste. I remember my mom having Aaliyah’s iconic 2001 poster hanging in tribute after her passing. My dad, rolling through the…
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How to get the Tayla Jay Beauty Aesthetic
“Is this Heaven? No, it’s Iowa!” Field of Dreams, 1989 When people ask me about my style, the answer is simple: casual, effortless, & timeless. The Tayla Jay Beauty aesthetic is rooted in my small-town Midwest upbringing — where I keep things minimal & super chill. It’s about making every outfit feel cool without trying…
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Sundays are for Sacred Moments & Slowing Down
It was a beautiful Sunday in the mid 70s. The breeze just right as my daughter & I walk to the Downtown market for our weekly groceries. I love talking to my little one—she’s so full of life. The innocence in her eyes, the joy in her soul. It makes me feel like a kid…
