summer
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Black and Brown Outfits for Summer
You don’t typically think of black and brown outfits for summer, but I was inspired last month to see if I could create 5 outfits from my closet using those colors. I was on a neutral kick and felt like I hadn’t worn either color in a while. To give the combination more of a summer feel, I added white accessories or pieces to add a contrast. I am always amazed how many new outfits I can create when I put my mind to it and sometimes wonder why I am still tempted to shop. Maybe because shopping is fun and an activity I enjoy on my own as a…
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Clara SunWoo Ankle Petal Pants 4 Ways
I am back with a 4 ways how to style blog post. I love getting more wear from the items in my closet especially if they are investment pieces. While these were gifted, I still like to make sure that an item I chose for a collaboration is something that I will wear in my everyday life. These pants are way more versatile than you might expect from their fun print. They are really comfortable with an elastic waistband and of course, the fabric used is fluid and wrinkle free. For pairing with colorful prints, my favorite graphics are my white ones. I enjoy wearing yellow with navy, so this…
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Styling Denim for Summer with the Ageless Style Link Up
Today’s outfit started with this cute pair of earrings which I received as part of a giveaway hosted by Scrub Studio Soaps and SG Sparkles. The set of honeycomb and bee mismatched earrings is so fun and made me think of my French striped top right away. I then thought of my denim skirt which fit perfectly for the today’s theme for the Ageless style link up so here is my denim for summer look! Since I do not wear jeans in the summer (it is too hot and humid for denim pants), I either wear my denim shorts or my denim skirts in the warm months. This denim skirt…
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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…