Monthly Archives: August 2020

Summer Outfit | Cutoff Jean Shorts

summer outfit | earthtone tunic | distressed jean shorts | Petite Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

summer fashion | vintage print tee | cutoff denim shorts | Affordable Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

casual fashion | distressed denim shorts | espadrille wedge sandals | Texas Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

summer outfit | free people tunic | abercrombie denim shorts | Houston Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

Closing out shorts week with a summer closet must have – cutoff jean shorts.  With my outfits lately leaning way over on the casual side, I’ve been wearing some of my older cutoff denim shorts lots.  I decided to go ahead and add another pair because my other are a little too big.  Jean shorts are something I 100% prefer to try on in-store because you never know what size you might need or how different styles will look.

I’d been hearing lots of good things about this pair, so I decided to give online shorts buying a try.  I ordered two sizes, my regular jean size and one size up to compare fit.  In the end, I kept the pair in my regular jean size.  What I love about these shorts is that they aren’t super tight or too short.  They even have a good amount of length in the back.  The looser fit design made my normal size fit perfectly.  The next size up had to much room in the leg area and made me look a little too wide.  I also ordered these in a faded black wash that I think will be great for transitioning into the warm fall weather when we still need our shorts.

I hope you enjoyed my shorts themed week!  If you missed the earlier posts, head here for a comfy pair of paperbag shorts and head here for a round up of my shorts outfit from July plus a little more.  Also, don’t forget to check in HERE for my latest Nordstrom Anniversary Sale content!  I’ll be back next week sharing how to transition some of your summer pieces into fall PLUS some of my top picks from the NSale!

summer style | burnt orange tunic tee | cutoff jean shorts | Casual Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

summer outfits | free people tunic tee | distressed denim shorts | Petite Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

petite fashion | distressed jean shorts | espadrile wedge sandals | Everyday Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

summer outfit | floral short sleeve tee | cutoff jean shorts | Popular Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

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What I Wore in July

summer outfits | casual fashion | shorts outfit | Affordable Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

Pretty fitting for my shorts themed week, my what I wore last week post features many shorts outfits!  I added the paperbag shorts featured earlier this week, and these denim shorts will be reviewed later this week.  Many of these outfits were from days spent at home or running a couple errands with a few days getting dressed up for a family visit or virtual baby shower.  Keep scrolling to check out my July outfits.

Also, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale kicked off for top tier cardholders yesterday!  I’ll be sharing my top picks in the LiketoKnow.it App (search for karenkocich) and you can also find them on my SHOP INSTAGRAM page.  Next week, I will start my official blog coverage although it will look a little different this year.  Most of my shares will be roundups of items vs the try ons and full outfit blog posts.  I decided not to shop in store this year, and I have a feeling my order will not arrive in time for my normal big try on blog post as in past years.  I checked out the preview over the weekend, and I found some really great pieces, and I can’t wait to start shopping the sale with ya’ll soon!

spring outfit | floral off the shoulder top | distressed jeans | Petite Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

off the shoulder top | similar jeans | block heel sandals

SEE THIS TOP STYLED WITH SHORTS HERE

summer outfit | embroidered top | black shorts | Affordable Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

sleeveless embroidered top | similar shorts | sunglasses

summer fashion | striped tank top | white cotton shorts | Texas Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

striped top | belt | white shorts | sandals | purse | sunglasses

casual outfit | gray tshirt | cutoff jean shorts | Houston Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

gray tee | similar shorts | sandals | aviators

summer outfit | ivory cami top | paperbag shorts | Petite Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

similar cami | shorts | sandals | links bracelet | cuff bracelet | earrings | sunglasses

casual outfit | zebra print top | light wash jeans | Southern Style Blog Lady in Violet

zebra print top | light wash jeans | flowers

summer outfit | striped maxi dress | blue coffee mug | Casual Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

dress | coffee mug

loungewear | black cropped leggings | gray tank top | Lifestyle Blog Lady in Violet

tank top | lace bralette | leggings | blender

summer outfit | black tank top | distressed denim shorts | Everyday Outfit Blog Lady in Violet

tank top | jean shorts | sandals | phone case

peloton spin bike | workout clothes | spin shoes | Top Lifestyle Blog Lady in Violet

crop top | sports bra | leggings | spin shoes

summer outfit | striped tank top | denim shorts | Popular Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

striped tank top  | similar shorts

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Yellow Floral Paperbag Shorts

summer outfit | yellow paper bag shorts | black tank top | Petite Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

summer fashion | yellow floral print shorts | black tank top | Affordable Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

summer style | yellow floral paperbag shorts | tory burch sandals | Casual Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

summer outfits | mustard yellow tie waist shorts | black fitted tank top | Houston Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

Well I finally added some new shorts to my closet for summer and just in time for the hottest month of the year.  These yellow floral shorts are so comfy and feel like I’m living in loungewear with a much more polished look.  Paperbag shorts come in a variety of styles, material and fit.  The waist sort of resembles a paper bag which is where the name comes from.

The slip on style and elastic waist band is what contributes to the comfiness of these shorts.  They are a lightweight and breathable material designed to fit slightly loose.  The tie waist bow helps give a dressed up look to these shorts.  With the flowy style, these shorts pair really well with fitted tanks and tees.  I’ve also paired this top with my ivory cami HERE.  While I know many of us are not traveling right now, I think this look would make a great vacation outfit!  It also works for a daytime party or just a casual day at home.  These shorts do fit a little big.  I’m wearing an XS in them.

summer outfit | yellow cotton shorts | black leather backpack purse | Texas Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

casual outfit | yellow elastic waist shorts | solid color tank top | Petite Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

summer outfit | kennedy shorts | miller sandals | Popular Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

summer fashion | black fitted tank top | yellow floral shorts | Southern Style Blog Lady in Violet

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