MAF - Robe + jupe

Pastels & Denim

 

I was given this denim skirt by my mom and decided to pair it with the coral blouse and light yellow tank I was also given. I figured the entire look would come together with the addition of this heavy, pastel ribbon necklace. This is an old necklace that I had tucked away in a drawer in the bathroom. Ironically, my least worn jewelry survived the smoking and that's what I'm wearing now! I've always loved this necklace, the only downside is its weight. The thing weighs a ton! I liked that I had a couple tops in the same shades as the necklace. It allowed me to wear it and make the most of my outfit possibilities.


Blouse: Smart Set (donated) | Tank: Joe Fresh (donated) | Skirt: Armor Jeans (donated) | Belt: American Eagle | Necklace: Aldo (old) | Earrings: Payless Shoe Source | Flats: George (Walmart)

Mother Knows Best

 

Today's look is brought to you by my mom's closet! Skirt, top and belt all hail from those two boxes of clothing she gave me. I must say, not too shabby! Momma's always had a knack for style after all. It's clear who I get it from! I actually remember borrowing this exact skirt when I went on my International Air Cadet Exchange in 2006. I needed a grey skirt as part of my uniform, and raided my mother's closet to find one. It's a little funny wearing it yet again. I guess you could say this skirt comes in handy! I have never heard of the top's brand, but it's cute. The blinged out neckline means I don't have to wear a necklace, which suits me fine at this point. I also got creative and wore a skinny patent belt, which came with another top, to complete the look. I must admit though, no matter how old I get, wearing mom's clothes always feels a bit like playing dress up!


Skirt: Mexx (donated) | Top: Jendo (donated) | Earrings: Payless Shoe Source | Belt: (donated) | Shoes: Payless Shoe Source

Lighter Layer

The temperatures are definitely on the rise lately... I finally decided to wear this loose-fitting layered crop top, as it won't stick to me in the heat. I paired it with a brightly-coloured necklace and sourced out the rest of my accessories to match it. In come the chartreuse belt and red earrings. To complete the look, I chose a crisp white denim skirt for it's sun-deflecting properties. I don't know for a fact that white clothes reflect the sunlight, but I know I don't feel as warm when I wear white clothes. So, I'm going to stick to that theory and keep on thinking white keeps me cooler.

Top: DEX | Skirt: Old Navy | Necklace: Zara | Earrings: Old Navy | Belt: MEXX | Bracelet: (old) | Espadrilles: Old Navy

Nautical Lace and Denim

Bored of the nautical style yet? If so, you better brace yourself because it is not going anywhere anytime soon. It has been a classic for ages, and will most likely never die (at least that's what I'm hoping). This cute lace striped t-shirt is a fun take on the Breton stripes. It is not white and navy, but the lighter lace stripes give it that vibe. I paired it with a white pencil denim skirt and white pointed-toe flats. If you look really closely, the bracelet is a silver knot! It's a cute nod to the nautical knot. I love a formal pencil skirt, but denim pencil skirts are a great, more casual, alternative. You end up looking put together, yet do not feel constrained in any way. I'm all for freedom of movement!

Skirt: Old Navy | Top: RW&CO | Bracelet: RW&CO | Earrings: Old Navy | Shoes:Breckelle's