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Kentucky Derby Outfit Idea That’s Not a Dress
Happy Friday friends!! I’m so excited for tonight. One of my gal pals and I are headed to the Pink concert. I am a fan of her music, and I have heard she puts on a great show. It’s definitely going to be a fun night out.
I’m already receiving invites for a few Kentucky Derby parties next weekend. Not going to lie, I have little interest in the race, but I do love an excuse to wear a pretty dress and fancy hat. For those of you wanting something different, I wanted to share a Kentucky Derby outfit idea that is not a dress. Because it’s Spring and most will be wearing colorful dresses, I knew white jeans needed to be involved. White jeans are an easy way to make any outfit look dressier.
This blue and white striped halter top is perfect for a Kentucky Derby party. The design of the halter and almost seer sucker type material dresses up this outfit a little. Both pieces will help you blend in perfectly with all the dresses. Floral prints and gingham tops would also work or anything with a fun spring color to contrast with the white.
Even if you are not heading to a Kentucky Derby party, this outfit would be a perfect dressy casual jeans outfit for any summer parties you have coming up or just for brunch with friends. I’m wearing an XS in the top. Overall the fit is perfect, but it is slightly snug in the bust department. You might want to size up if you are a little more gifted in this area than me.
Thanks for stopping by this week! I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Blue Striped Halter Top | White Jeans | Taupe Carrson Sandals | c/o Elaine Turner Clutch (old) | Sophee Earrings | Bourbon & Bowties Bracelets (Similar) | Nails: Julep Shari
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Gray Striped Ruffle Top
Hello!! How was your weekend? I finally made it out to my pool. We didn’t quite get to 80, but we did get to 73 outside and that was good enough for me! I also squeezed in an outdoor morning run on Sunday. I figured I should take advantage of the cool mornings because it will not be long until it’s too hot to run outside no matter how early you go.
Y’all how cute is this gray striped ruffle top! I love this outfit for a weekend night out or even a little date night. I added in my favorite block heel sandals and a few different pops of color to complete this look. The magenta and teal work so well together and really look perfect next to the gray.
You could also make this top work for daytime by trading in your jeans for a pair of white or black shorts and trading the heels for wedges or flat sandals. The material is really lightweight and the boxy style will be perfect for a hot summer day. I sized down to an XS because of the boxy fit of the top.
I hope you guys have a great week! Thank you so much for stopping by and don’t forget to check out the style link up at the end of today’s post!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Gray Striped Ruffle Top | c/o Black Skinny Jeans | Black Block Heel Sandals | Dark Pink Clutch | c/o Gabriela Tassel Earrings | Similar Gold Bangle | Nails: Julep Shari
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Striped Off the Shoulder Top
Good Morning and Happy Tuesday!! How was your weekend? After a busy week, I ended up not doing anything over the weekend and loving it! It was the perfect weekend for a little recharge and relaxation.
This blue striped off the shoulder top is a great mix of both classic and trendy for Spring. When I think Spring prints, I have to include blue and white stripes. It’s as Spring for me as gingham and florals. 🙂 It’s a classic print that can be dressed up or down and worn a variety of ways.
This classic print is given a little trendy vibe with the off the shoulder style. The band on this top is really good at holding this top in place and is not too tight. I styled this top for a fun evening out with jeans and some pops of color, but you can also pair it with white shorts and wedges for a daytime outfit.
I hope you’re week is fabulous and don’t forget to check out the Style File Link Up at the end of the post for more style inspiration! Thanks for swinging by today!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Striped Off the Shoulder Top | c/o Black Skinny Jeans | Block Heel Sandals | Magenta Clutch | c/o Berry Statement Earrings | Similar Gold Bangle | Rayban Aviators | Nails: Essie Blanc
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The Most Comfortable Heels I Own
A few weeks ago, I broke a HUGE new shoe rule. I wore brand new, never worn, never broken in shoes to a wedding. I love shoes especially heels, I own lots of them, and pretty much every pair of heels I own has needed a breaking in period. Sometimes one wear, sometimes 10 wears, but at least some breaking in before you plan to wear them to an event filled with dancing, standing, and walking around.
Y’all these block heel sandals needed ZERO breaking in. These sandals were a Christmas gift, and I just never got around to breaking them in because well it was winter. I knew they would be the perfect shoe to pair with my long black dress for a wedding, so I decided to risk it and wear them straight out of the box.
I spent cocktail hour standing and sipping champagne and followed it up with hours on the dance floor, all in no pain! At the end of the night, I saw so many women kicking off their heels to keep dancing, and I realized my feet didn’t hurt at all. It was at that moment, these block heel sandals made their way to the top of my list of most comfortable heels in my closet. I’m currently waiting for the taupe version to come back in stock in my size because that color will be perfect for spring and summer!
One thing I love about block heel sandals is how they can work with both formal, dressy outfits and super casual outfits. They remind me of a dressier option to a wedge sandal. I could not resist styling them in this super casual tee and jeans outfit for today. I love the pairing of the tomboy tee and the girly heels. Also you guys, this tee is sooooo soft!!! It will get lots of wears this summer for sure.
Don’t forget to check out today’s Style Link Up and thank you for stopping by!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Striped Tee | Similar Distressed Black Jeans | Block Heel Sandals | Vanity Saddle Bag | Gold Stud Earrings | Similar Gold Bangle | Nails: Essie Minimalistic
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