casual style

Casual summer style: tunic and shorts

 in General Fashion  tagged casual style / gap / jcrew / mansur gavriel / outfits / rebecca minkoff / summer 2014 by

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Pictured: Earrings: Kathy Kamei (similar here) / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Petal” / Tunic: JCrew / Tank Top: Mossimo / Bracelets: Tory Burch, c/o Gorjana (old, similar here) / Nail Polish: Chanel “Atmosphere” / Handbag: Mansur Gavriel / Shorts: Gap / Sandals: Rebecca Minkoff (sold out, also love SAVE or SPLURGE)

One of my favorite things to wear on casual summer days, is a loose fitting tunic with shorts. This type of outfit is great for active days with the kids; and anytime I have to do a lot of walking! This tunic from JCrew is actually classified as a “swimsuit cover-up,” but, it also works well as a tunic over shorts, a denim skirt, or jeans! It would also look amazing with white jeans; unfortunately I don’t own white jeans because I can never keep them white!

Tunics are great on hot days because they have, shall we say, a natural air conditioner?! The loose fabric allows air flow which helps keeps me cool on hot days. This is fabulous during July and August when temperatures fluctuate between 80 and 100 degrees. This is another reason I love casual dresses on hot days, although, there are many occasions when shorts are much more comfortable!

What are your go-to pieces on hot summer, casual days?

Ombre dress

 in General Fashion  tagged asos / casual style / dresses / mansur gavriel / outfits / summer 2014 by

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Pictured: Dress: ASOS / Earrings: Margaret Elizabeth / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabanna “Petal” / Bracelets: Margaret Elizabeth / Nail Polish: Chanel “Atmosphere” / Handbag: Mansur Gavriel / Shoes: SixtySeven

The summer months always call for comfortable and cool clothing. One of my favorite articles of clothing to wear during the summertime is a dress. This casual, ombre tee-shirt dress, is a great choice for hot summer days. It is lightweight and soft, like a tee-shirt, yet offers an edgy touch with the ombre finish and unfinished hems. I can see myself wearing it all summer long; both dressed up, as in the above photos, or relaxed with flip-flops and a ponytail.

What are your favorite peices to wear on hot summer days?

Mark & Estel top

 in General Fashion  tagged casual style / mark and estel / outfits / rebecca minkoff / summer 2014 by

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Pictured: Earrings: Kathy Kamei (old, similar here) / Lipstick: c/o Dolce & Gabbana “Scarlett” / Top: Mark & Estel (scoop neck version here) / Handbag: Rebecca Minkoff  / Bracelets: Tory Burch, c/o Twisted Silver (use code INSIDERS for 15% off) / Nail Polish: Chanel “Secret” / Ring: c/o Sterling Forever / Skirt: Gap (old, also love this one) / Shoes: SixtySeven / Toe Nail Polish: Chanel “Tutti Frutti“

Mark & Estel is one of my favorite collections from the runways in New York. The designers are rock musicians which translates into a collection filled with carefree, edgy looks that are easy to wear and downright sassy! This swing top from Mark & Estel is a piece which put the designing duo on the fashion map. It comes in a variety of colors and has a playful, swinging silhouette! 

I wore this top on the airplane last February when I returned home from New York Fashion Week. It was comfortable and didn’t wrinkle; huge plus when traveling! I have found myself reaching for this top often since it can be styled for both warm and cool weather. Love that! I definitely need to invest in Mark & Estel’s swing top in additional colors.

This handbag needs a shout-out too. My fabulous friend gave this mini-camera case by Rebecca Minkoff to me for my birthday. Not only is it currently on trend (mini bags are all the rage!) it is also purple with tassels! Two of my favorite things! My beautiful friend has fabulous taste 😉 Now what will I get her for her birthday which is equally amazing??? The bar has been raised.

Do you have a go-to piece in your closet you find yourself reaching for on a regular basis? If so, what is it?