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How to Wear a Cardigan in Summer
Hey Ya’ll!! How was your weekend? I had a weekend mixed with relaxing, tackling my to do list, and fun times with friends. It was a good mix that has me recharged and ready for the week ahead! So first things first, my best friend who regularly shoots my blog photos had a beautiful baby boy last week. I’m so excited for her and her family! It also means I will be trying out some local Houston photographers while she is on maternity leave from taking my photos. I always love my photo sessions with her because they are usually half photo taking and half catching up on all of our life happenings. I’m going to miss it for the next month or so, but I am also loving the photographers I have worked with so far.
Anyway, let’s talk about this outfit. First off, this long green cardigan is part of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and comes in a few other color options. I have a short green cardigan and always wished I had a long one in the same color. When I saw this one during Early Access, I grabbed it quick!
As someone who is always cold, I own tons of long cardigan in an array of colors. I often bring one with me to work or when I’m heading to someone’s house, even in summer, as I’m usually going to be cold. I wanted to share a few of my tips for how to wear a cardigan in summer months.
First off, I usually make sure my outfit underneath can stand alone without the cardigan. It’s 100 degrees out right now, so I need to be able to take off my cardigan when I go outside. I usually pair with fitted tanks or tees for casual weekend outfits. For work, I will wear usually pair with everything. I find long cardigan work with all my work clothes.
Second, push the sleeves up slightly to give the cardigan a lighter look. For jackets and cardigans, I like to push the sleeves up to about 3/4 length. I think it lightens up the look a little and gives it more of a spring or summer vibe.
Third, pair with summer sandals. I love adding a fun strappy heel with this look to dress it up a little. You could also go with a wedge sandals or flat sandal too.
If you are always cold like me, I hope these tips will give you a few ways to wear your long cardigans while still looking a little stylish. If you want to see more of my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale purchases, check out my post from the weekend where I styled all the pieces into some summer and fall outfits. Thanks for stopping by ya’ll!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Long Green Cocoon Cardigan | Striped Tank Top | Similar Dark Jeans | Floral Heels | c/o Bow Clutch | Sophee Earrings | Gorjana Necklace (old) | Similar Gold Bangle | Nails: CND Cashmere Wrap
PHOTOGRAPHY BY: Banavenue Photography
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NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE: Try On Session
As promised, I’m bringing you another Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On Session today. These outfits feature items from my online order, plus a few repeats from yesterday’s dressing room diaries. A few of these outfits were also featured on Instastories yesterday, but I tried to mix it up a little and create new outfits for those of you who saw them over on Instagram. I also worked with some fabulous local photographers and will be bringing you some fun fall looks this week featuring some of my purchases. Be sure to keep checking back, because I have lots of fun sale posts planned this week AND on Wednesday, I also will have a little giveaway!
black turtleneck | jeans | slouchy boots
These boots were my investment piece purchase this year. I have always wanted a pair of Stuart Weitzman boots and fell in love with these the moment I saw them in the catalog. It’s the most I have ever spent on an investment piece during this sale, and I’m so happy with my purchase. These boots are beautiful! I styled this turtleneck two ways – casual and work a few pics down. It’s a great basic layering piece and can also be worn alone. It’s thin and lightweight, so perfect for warmer fall days.
floral top | gray jeans | mule sandals | gray crossbody bag
An outfit full of pieces you can wear now and in fall! These gray jeans fit like a dream! I love owning gray jeans as a break from the usual black and blue shades. This gray crossbody is my only bag purchase this year. I wanted a neutral bag and fell in love with this shade. I also like that the metal is darker so it blends in well with my outfit.
A little workwear look that can work for both summer and fall. This teal top is a great closet staple and comes in a few different colors. You can wear it alone or layer it under a leather jacket or cardigan. These pencil skirts are one of my favorites for work. I own a few other colors from previous sales. I accidentally ordered the regular version which is why it’s a little long on me, and I’m waiting for the petite to come back in stock to re-order.
dark gray top | skinny jeans | booties
I love all 3 of these items, but each one has a small area for improvement for me. The jeans are a little big, and I would need to go down a size. The gray top is super low cut, so you might need a cami underneath or your bra will show. The booties are super adorable, but I’m not sure I love the odd line across the front of the ankle. The jeans I will probably return since I found a couple other dark pairs I love, and the other 2 items are still up for debate.
white top | jeans | suede boots
Truth – I shot this look for the blog too, so you will be seeing it again soon. With everything selling out so fast, I wanted to share this one with you early. I love classic white tops, and this one is a nice lightweight material. These jeans are AMAZING! The perfect dark shade and super comfy. My downside to them is the inside is black, so you can’t cuff them which I love to do with jeans and heels or booties.
black turtleneck | gray skirt
LOVE this work look for fall! You can also add black slouchy boots to make this work in winter. This gray pencil skirt has some really cute details with the buttons and little front slit.
green cardigan | black tee | jeans | mule slides
I mentioned yesterday I purchased this green cardigan. With all the cardigans I own, I didn’t have any long ones in green! I also picked up this black tee, because I added a few casual layering basics to my closet this year. I think it runs a little big, so you may want to consider sizing down. These jeans are my top pick for a good everyday blue jean. The perfect color for wearing year round.
navy top | gray jeans | gray mules
Another wear now look! I love this gray and navy combo! This lace details on this top are even prettier in person. I love buying new fall items, but always include a few wear now items.
green floral dress
The perfect dress for work or a bridal shower. I’m exchanging for a smaller size, but I didn’t want you to miss out on this cutie. I love this floral print and ruffle hem. It will also look cute paired with a camel leather jacket in the fall.
long sleeve black tee | jeans | brown booties
An outfit filled with fall basics. This long sleeve tee is a must for fall layers, and it also looks cute all alone. I wear these out and around the house. These are my top dark denim pick. Super comfy with just enough stretch, but they don’t get too loose. I wasn’t 100% on board with these booties when I purchased. I liked them but I didn’t know if they would work well with jeans. Ummm they do and I’m in love! You do have to cuff the jean a little higher with this pair. I love the dip in front which is great for us petite gals wanting longer looking legs.
top | jeans | booties
A classic fall outfit. This top is perfect with jeans and will also work for the office tucked into a pencil skirt. You can see the front dip in the booties in this pic.
Thanks for taking some time out of your weekend to stop by and Happy Sale Shopping!
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What to Wear to White Linen Night
In just a few short weeks, one of Houston’s most fun summer events takes place, White Linen Night in the Heights. The event started as away to raise awareness and support local businesses in the Heights Houston area. Over the years, I think the event has turned into quite the social scene with everyone coming out in white casual wear to sip drinks with friends, check out local businesses, try out local food trucks and restaurants, and SHOP! The event is held in August every year, so your outfit must also stand up to the Texas heat with temps usually hitting around 100 degrees.
I attend almost every year with my friends, and I hope to make it out again this year. With the event being only a few weeks away, I wanted to share an idea of what to wear to White Linen Night. This outfit would also work for an outdoor festival, concert, or party. This gorgeous white high-low dress caught my eye immediately. I love the boho chic feel of the dress and how perfectly it flows when you walk. The details around the neckline give that added statement making appeal. It’s lightweight material and the dress movement makes this dress perfect for walking around a crowded street on a hot summer evening.
I wanted this outfit to have both a boho chic feel and a little Texas western vibe, so turquoise statement earrings and my peep toe booties were the perfect addition. They complete the look perfectly. The other shoes I would wear with this dress are a pair of flat gladiator style sandals like this one or this one. For a walking event where I will be carrying a drink and shopping, a crossbody bag is a must! It helps keep all your hands free.
Before I end today’s post, I wanted to remind you that the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Public Access starts tomorrow!! I will have a dressing room diaries post up for you bright and early filled with lots of goodies I found in store. Be sure to stop by and check it out before you shop. You can also check out my top picks from Early Access Day HERE. Thanks for stopping by ya’ll!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
White Hi/Lo Dress | Peep Toe Booties | Rebecca Minkoff Bag | c/o Turquoise Earrings | Bourbon & Boweties Bangles (old) | Rayban Aviators | Nails: CND Cashmere Wrap
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Yellow Floral Top + White Denim
Hello and Happy Friday!! So for all my Nordstrom Cardholders, how did early access day one go for you?? I scored some AMAZING pieces this year. I can’t wait to style them on the blog. If you are an Instagram user, I shared a quick try on session on stories. I will also be sharing them here on the blog soon, so stay tuned! If you missed it, I shared some of my top picks of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale in yesterday’s post. You can check it out HERE.
Now let’s take a sale talk break and talk about this gorgeous yellow floral top. I love the feminine look of this top with the floral design and ruffle details. I have a few sleeveless high neck tops like this and love wearing them for summer. They work with skinny jeans and shorts for the weekend, and this top style also works or work with skinny ankle pants for tucked into a pencil skirt. Side Note on this top, it does have some open crochet panels on it, so you will need to wear a cami underneath it.
Alright ya’ll, have a great weekend and thanks so much for stopping by!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Yellow Floral Top | White Skinny Jeans | Espadrille Wedges | Canteen Crossbody Bag | c/o White Ball Earrings | Bourbon & Bowties Bangles (similar) | Rayban Aviators | Nails: CND Cashmere Wrap
MY NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE PURCHASES (so far)
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