fashion
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Brindle Boutique Set, 2 ways
I always find it difficult to narrow down my choices and make a selection when I am doing a collaboration with a brand. Brindle Boutique kindly allowed me to choose an item for the end of summer to share with you all and I was so very tempted by the new fall looks. However, living here in Georgia, I knew it would be a couple more months before I could wear a cardigan (my 2nd choice) and while I was tempted by a pretty piece of jewelry, I wanted to choose something that I would get a lot of wear from. So I chose this pants/top set that also comes…
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Clara SunWoo Wrap Top 4 Ways
I first shared this Clara SunWoo wrap top a few weeks ago, but I knew right away I wanted to show how versatile it could be. Today I am sharing 4 ways I have worn it (or plan to wear it) and these ideas of course can be translated to what you have in your closet with this or any other navy top. Two of the details I really like about this blouse are the cap sleeves and the asymetrical hem. Navy of course is considered a neutral so it really pairs well with different prints, textures and colors. With a Printed Skirt (or any skirt) I have always loved…
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Maxi skirt as a Dress: Tropical Summer
When I shared this tropical maxi skirt in June (read post here), Jodie (Jtouchofstyle) suggested wearing it as a dress. I thought that would be a great way to wear it a second time to church, and knew right away what I would pair with it. Since I was wearing it to church, I would need something to cover my arms without making me too hot. I would also be standing since I sing in the choir so comfortable sandals were essential. I only have one short sleeve blazer and I will say, it really is the most practical blazer I have. It allows me to wear a structured layer…
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What to Wear to a Rodeo
Summer time is a time for laid back schedules for us and a time to do a few fun activities. One thing we decided to do was to go the the local rodeo and of course, being a lifestyle blogger with an emphasis on budget friendly fashion, I thought right away about what I would wear by shopping my closet. When I purchased this dress in the clearance section at TJMaxx in the middle of winter, I knew right away that it would look cute with a denim jacket and my cowboy boots. Since it is summer and summer in Georgia is adverse to layers, I chose to wear my…
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Trying Out a Future Travel Outfit: Linen Overalls
I haven’t been perfect with my no clothes shopping this summer and this pair of grey linen overalls was a purchase from Amazon when they went on sale. I had been tempted to buy a pair for probably 6 months and seeing them on sale had me itching to try them. When I put them on, I instantly knew that my idea to get them as a future plane travel outfit was a winner. They are fun to wear, comfortable while still being stylish (at least in my book). I wore them with a black tank and sandals (one of my two outfit ideas for the plane) to create a…
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White Dress and Bensimon Sneakers at the Lavender Farm
I love how a white dress is a classic piece that you can style for different occasions. I have a shorter halter style one and this midi gauze one: I wear them both and have had them for several years. I thought this midi one would be perfect for a hot summer morning at the lavender farm. I was actually searching for a local blueberry or peach farm, and came across a lavender farm about 25 minutes from the house. I love lavender and it reminds me of summers in France. I did not live in Provence but a couple of hours away so I do remember trips where the…
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Brindle Boutique Floral Blouse for a Hike
I packed this blouse from Brindle Boutique on our North Carolina trip early June not knowing exactly when I would wear it. It is flowy and could have worked well with the shorts I brought (I also brought a pair of wide leg jeans which I did not wear), but I eventually decided to pair it with my olive skort and orange tennis shoes. On this particular day, we were going to be outdoors (as everyday), but our activities would not included water. I knew we would visit Hamilton Gardens in the morning, but we were unsure about our afternoon plans. The gardens were mostly shaded but we missed the…
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One and Done with the Ageless Link Up
Joanne suggested the theme one and done for July: this could be a dress, a jumpsuit or a romper. Since I had not shared this cute little thrifted mini dress yet, I thought this month’s link-up would be the perfect opportunity. I found this dress on a thrifting trip with my friend in Chattanooga. They actually had it in her size too, but she chose not to buy it. Since the length is really short, I added a pair of thin white biker shorts to make it more modest. The advantage to a one and done piece of clothing is that you do not have to worry about adding a…
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Clara SunWoo Ankle Petal Pants and Wrap Top
I am so excited to collaborate with Clara SunWoo again this summer and share an outfit with so many endless possibilies! Clara Sun Woo is a mother and daughter design team based out of New York. Their clothing collection is very comfortable and made of a soft stretch knit fabric that is easy to wear everyday and is exceptional for traveling (here is a timeline of their story). Today, I am sharing two separates that I put together even though they are not part of a set, but they work perfectly together. Stay tuned in August for 8 more outfits combining the ankle pants and wrap top with pieces from…
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June Favorite Outfits Shopped from my Closet
The key for me to shopping my closet successfully is to use favorites and combine them with something I haven’t thought of before. Of course, there are several outfits that I do repeat, but having a nice variety of clothes sure allows me to exercise some creativity. Since I am attempting a no shopping summer, creating new outfits from what I have curbs the desire for new things because I am technically wearing something new by combining old pieces. Here are my 7 favorite outfits from June. Tank and Maxi Skirt I’ve worn this skirt several times since I bought it last fall and it was featured on the blog…