What's This All About?

Style is important.  We’ve all got our own style, and that’s how it should be!  Along the same lines, we all care about how we look.  Some people care more than others, but I don’t think I’ve met anyone who literally didn’t care at all.

Your style is how you present yourself to the world.  It gives a first impression, gives people an idea of how you feel about yourself and how you feel about life!  I know, that’s a little heavy when making six a.m. decisions about what to wear…

I wouldn’t ever call myself a fashionista.  But I do enjoy being “stylish.”  I enjoy putting together new outfits from my closet, and I feel better about myself on days when I’m successful at it.  I like to dress somewhat professionally, and I enjoy being a little fancy!  (My hubby apparently thinks I often overdress…)

Hubby and I being fashionable

Anyways, it was several months ago when the discussion of getting our concealed carry permits came up in our household.  In some preliminary internet research about women’s carry options, I came across an article written by a woman.

Great!  A woman’s perspective!

Within the first paragraph, I read, “You’re going to have to start buying jeans in the men’s department.”

Seriously?!

If I hadn’t already decided that this was what I wanted to do, I’m pretty sure that line would have completely turned me off.  And I’ve been using firearms for a long time.  I can only imagine what that would do to a girl who’s trying to decide whether or not she should buy a gun, let alone try to carry one.

So, here’s what I’m trying to prove… and this list will probably continue to grow!

• We women should be able to carry concealed handguns just as easily as the boys can
• We shouldn’t have to make drastic changes to our style (small changes, yes)
• Carrying a handgun should be comfortable, and practical
• We can still be cute while protecting ourselves!

Now, I know I’ll never be able to carry a pocket pistol in a pair of skinny jeans.  But I think with a little creativity, some good equipment, and an awareness of how to conceal in different types of clothing, being fashionable, and discreet, while carrying a handgun should be completely possible!

What are you trying to prove?

At The Intersection of Feminine and Firepower

Welcome!

I find myself at an intersection.  Feminine and firepower.  Pretty and packing heat.  Simply put, I'm setting out to be an armed woman while continuing to be fashionable and practical.

Whether you're relatively new to the world of concealed firearms (like me) or you've been packing for years, you may have noticed that there are not a lot of options out there for women.  Of course, carrying a concealed weapon is absolutely doable, and many women do.  However, when it comes to equipment designed for women, or advice tailored to those of the feminine persuasion, what's available is disappointingly limited.

Which is where this blog comes in.  I've just started carrying on a regular basis, and I haven't settled on my setup yet.  I'm going to be trying out different equipment, taking a serious look at my personal fashion, and gathering all the advice and information I can get.  Hopefully others at this intersection will benefit as well!

Let's go!