Before we all start talking fall style with the upcoming Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, we need to check out the many summer sales! Like these everyday cardigan outfits I put together with new and older wardrobe pieces. There are incredible buys to be had and, after all, it’s still summer! With an eye to choosing pieces…
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How to Style Up a Shorts Outfit
Even though it’s still summer, it might be time to start thinking about picking up pieces that can transition to fall. Like this ivory blazer. Just by adding a piece like a blazer to any basic look, like this shorts outfit, you can “style it up.” A long time ago I picked up a black…
Two Ways to Style a Mixed Media Dress
As we begin to emerge from our homes, it’s nice to wear something a little more special than we’ve been wearing. Something like a simple dress in a striking color, like this mixed media dress. If you’re like me, your “look” has been shorts and tees, or sweatshirts and jeans. Comfy athleisure has been the…
Halter Maxi Dress for Boho Style
In my vacation fantasy, I’m standing on the deck of a beautiful ship. All around me is blue-green water and clear blue skies. There is a soft breeze blowing against me. I’m wearing this adorable halter maxi dress in a blue and white garden pattern. Life is good. Wait. Wake up. This is just not…
Cute Summer Tops for Casual Days
Since we are staying home a bit more than usual, it can actually be nice to hang out in the backyard for BBQs, work in the garden, swim in your pool, whatever it is you do at home in the summertime. If you’re like me, a top with shorts or a skirt or skort is…
Easy Breezy Gingham Sundress for Summer
Remember how big gingham plaid was last year? You could find almost anything in gingham including sofas and chairs! Whether it’s popular or not, however, this pattern is a great one for summer. Like this easy-breezy gingham sundress. So, you ask, is it a plaid or a gingham? Actually, this dress should be called a…
High Neck Ruffle Top For Easy Style
This high-neck ruffle top has been a big seller to kick off summer this year. It’s super simple, can be worn tucked in or left out, and adds a little extra style to a pair of jeans. Since I love a high neck style like this, I went for it right away! Do you…
Patriotic Sweatshirt–Not Just for the 4th!
It’s no secret that the 4th of July is our most patriotic holiday here in the US. It’s the day we celebrate our freedom and began the process to form our new nation. So, every year we celebrate this day warm July day with BBQs and backyard parties, as well as parades and block parties….
Pleated Wide Leg Pants in Breezy Yellow
Looking for something a little different? Check out these pleated wide-leg pants. In a recent post, I featured a bold floral print pant for summer. I love a loose-fitting style for summer, so I was intrigued when I saw these pleated pants from Free People and just had to try them! True boho style! For…
Dress Up a Simple White Lace Dress
Ah, the simplicity of summer. A white lace dress made of cotton is just the thing for a warm summer day. While it can serve as a cover-up for your swimsuit, worn casually with sandals and a straw tote, or dressed up with heels, this is the quintessential summer look. You can see similar looks…