Happy hump day, friends! It’s time for another edition of What I Wore Lately, where I round up my everyday outfits from the past two weeks. As usual, I linked up available options for sold out items, and similar for less options where I could.
What I Wore: Two Weeks of Everyday Outfits
SIZING NOTES: I’m 5’5″ and I usually wear a small or medium in tops and dresses, a 29 in jeans and pants, and a size 8 shoe. Gifted items are indicated by c/o; everything else I purchased myself.
Two weeks ago today, I had a hair appointment to cover up those pesky gray roots. This was the “before” picture, obviously. I’m always chilly in the hair salon, so even though it was quite warm outside, I pulled on this long sleeve top and jeans. I cuffed the sleeves to give them more of a 3/4-length look.
Faherty pullover (S) // MOTHER Dazzler (29) (option) // Birks (39) (also at Nordstrom) // Jenny Bird earrings
Ahhhh… this is so much better! The next morning, I was up and out bright and early to attend the Senior Awards Ceremony at our high school. It’s weird how that event seems like so long ago, now that graduation has come and gone.
FYI, these white pants are 25% off with a Bloomingdale’s Credit Card or 20% off no matter how you pay. And if you like my blue Splendid stripe top, you might also like this chambray split neck top or this pink stripe one, which are both part of the Bloomingdale’s sale. I just ordered the pink one.
Splendid top (S) // Paige Nellie (29) // beek Sunbeam Sandal (8) // Jenny Bird earrings // similar YSL camera bag (option)
I came home and did some try-ons after the ceremony was over, and then my daughter asked to go to the mall. I was still wearing this white top and flares, so I just kept it on rather than changing again. Unfortunately, this top is selling out at both Nordstrom and Madewell. I really like the crisp white linen and the short, boxy silhouette with the flares.
Madewell linen shirt (S) (also at Nordstrom) // Frame Le Easy Flare Jeans (29) (option) // Dolce Vita sandals (7.5)
We decided to go out to eat that Friday night, and I pulled this all-black outfit together. I first tried it with raffia slides because I like how they relate to the raffia hoops, plus I thought they might lighten up the dark outfit, but they seem more out of place than anything.
Evereve Sarina V Neck Tank (S) // KUT from the Kloth Topaz Linen Pants (6) (also at Zappos) // Sam Edelman Deacon Raffia Sandal (8) // similar FRAME belt (M) // raffia hoops // Jenny Bird Ola Bangle // Madewell necklace set
Plus, I wanted to carry my raffia crossbody, and I didn’t want too much raffia, so I switched to my black STAUD Dante Leather Flip Flops.
At the last minute, I also threw the Evereve Camp Jacket on top in case it got chilly, which it did. I was glad I had it. I considered a jean jacket, but I felt like that might take away from the elegance of the all-black outfit, so I tried the black jacket, and I think it works.
I pushed the sleeves up because I feel like long sleeves look too heavy with the cropped pants. When I’m wearing cropped pants, I like to see some skin on top to balance out the skin on the bottom. I also added my new gold Jenny Bird Ola Bangle and Madewell necklace set for some extra shine.
Evereve Sarina V Neck Tank (S) // Evereve Camp Jacket (S) // KUT from the Kloth Topaz Linen Pants (6) // STAUD Dante Leather Flip Flops (38) // Rebecca Minkoff Edie Raffia Crossbody // similar FRAME belt (M) // raffia hoops // Jenny Bird Ola Bangle // Madewell necklace set
That Saturday was a lazy day. The kids were all occupied, and all of our friends were busy, so Paul and I just hung out by the pool all afternoon and evening. I like this Amazon coverup, but I think the medium size is too big, plus I get hot in the long sleeves, so I ordered the short-sleeved version in the size small.
Amazon cover-up (M) // Tommy Bahama tankini top & bottoms (10) // Dolce Vita sandals (7.5)
I broke out my pink linen pants for church the next day. I have more details on this outfit in this post.
KUT from the Kloth Meg (6) (also at Zappos) // Splendid tee (M) // denim jacket (S) // beeks sandal (8) // NAGHEDI Nomad Hobo in Cashmere (similar for less) // earrings // old Jenni Kayne necklace
I’ve had some questions about how these wear throughout the day, so I took two sets of pictures. These were taken before church, at around 10AM. As you can see, the pants are just a smidge tight in the rear, but they look good from the front.
linen pants test: first thing in the morning
The next pictures were taken that afternoon after going to church, out to lunch, and them to the mall. The pants are drooping a little in the front, but nothing major. The waistband was still in place, and the rear view looks a little better, despite a few extra wrinkles.
linen pants test: later that afternoon
Once we got home, I changed into denim shorts and a graphic tee for the rest of the afternoon and evening.
KUT from the Kloth Jane (6) // Grateful Dead Tee (M) // Dolce Vita sandals (7.5)
I wore this denim skirt outfit to take my daughter to a doctor appointment in Philly last Monday. I haven’t worn this skirt as much as I thought I would, so I intentionally styled an outfit around it. My daughter even commented on it and said how much she liked it.
I definitely felt more polished than my usual jeans and top ensemble, even when I add a 3rd piece. I’m definitely going to have to wear skirts more often.
Evereve smocked tank (S) // Rails Highland denim skirt (29) (option) // Vince Camuto slides (8) // Dragon Diffusion tote (option) // raffia earrings // madewell necklace set // Jenny Bird bangle
This was a casual look I wore to run some errands the next day. I threw on my Capital Z slingbag just for the fun of it. I like how it brightens up this neutral grey and denim outfit, and I have to say, it’s convenient to be totally hands-free.
Fun Fact: This brand was started by a friend of mine. I love supporting a small start-up businesses!
grey tank // MOTHER Dazzler (29) (option) // Paul Green sneakers (8) (option) // Capital Z slingbag c/o // Lagos hoops
And yet another casual denim outfit for errands and things.
Evereve Cruz Sleeveless Hoodie (M) // MOTHER Weekender (29) (option) // Birks (39) // Lagos hoops & bracelet one & two
I actually put this top on first with the MOTHER Dazzlers from the day before, but after looking at this picture on my phone, I felt like it needed flares to balance the wide shoulders. So I switched to the MOTHER Weekender (as shown above). I also put my hair up before we left for the mall because it was bugging me.
Evereve Cruz Sleeveless Hoodie (M) / MOTHER Dazzler (29) (option) // Birks (39) // Lagos hoops
Okay, so that brings us to last Thursday, and I had an appointment for a mani/pedi. Wide leg jeans are perfect for that, and these Frank & Eileen gaucho jeans are sooo soft and comfy.
Evereve sweater (S) // Frank & Eileen gaucho jeans c/o (29) (option) // beek sandals (8)
Last Friday, I did some work at home before heading to the airport to pick up my parents. I just wore this casual shorts and graphic tee.
Sundry Golden Hour Tee (L) // KUT from the Kloth shorts (similar shorts (8) // Birks (39)
And that night was my daughter’s high school graduation. I wasn’t sure what I was going to wear until it came time to get dressed. I wasn’t happy with how I looked in the pictures with the Tommy Bahama wrap dress, which was my original plan.
I liked it in the mirror here at home, but I didn’t like it in the pictures with my daughter. Isn’t it weird how that happens sometimes? I don’t know if it’s how I was standing next to her or what, but it looked really weird around the waist area.
Tommy Bahama Clara (S) // Tory Burch wedge heels (8)
I considered wearing this blue and white Ming Wang floral knit dress, but it seemed too busy, and I really didn’t want to wear blue and white. Our school colors are red and white, so a black dress seemed to make more sense.
I had laid out a couple other options to try, but once I put on the solid black Ming Wang knit dress from last year, I knew that’s what I wanted to wear. I haven’t tried it on in a while, and I’ve gained a few pounds since I wore it to my dad’s birthday party late last summer, but I actually like the fit better now. It was on the looser side before, and it hugs my waist and shows my curves better now.
I sure wish I’d worn this for the professional photos we took with Becca because I was much happier with the iPhone pictures from graduation night. I wore the raffia slides and hoop earrings to lighten it up a bit, and I carried my LV bag in the Azure print. It was the perfect size for bringing along extra tissues, my charging brick, and a small bottle of water to get through the long night on the bleachers.
Ming Wang shift dress (S) // Sam Edelman Deacon sandals (8) // raffia earrings // similar necklace // Jenny Bird bangle
Okay, that’s enough about that! We spent most of Saturday here at home, and I wore the same white shorts and Birks as the day before, but this time I threw on my blue palm tank with them so I could get some sun on my shoulders when we were sitting on the deck.
Evereve Leo Palm Tank (M) // KUT from the Kloth shorts (similar shorts (8) // Birks (39)
Later that afternoon, I changed into this casual dress to go to a friend’s graduation party. It has such a nice shape to it, and I love the raw cut edges and subtly distressed hem.
Frank & Eileen Lauren Polo Dress c/o (S) // Birks (39)
On Sunday morning, when I went to get dressed for church, I considered this all white outfit, but I decided I didn’t care for it once I had it all together. I felt like a nurse. I think it needs a better variety of textures or something, like a white eyelet top instead of linen, maybe.
Madewell linen shirt (S) (also at Nordstrom) // Paige Claudine (29) (option) // YSL sandals (option / option)
I didn’t have much time, so I quickly switched into this green washable silk top. I knew it would work, and I didn’t want to waste time trying other options. I like how the brown accessories warm up the look, and because it’s all very simple, I added polished gold “love knot” earrings and a bold bangle for a little extra shine.
old Frame silk top // Paige Claudine // YSL sandals (option / option) // Dragon Diffusion tote (option) // doorknocker earrings // Jenny Bird bangle
After church, I was feeling chilly for some reason. I guess our A/C was set too low or something because it was beautiful outside. Anyway, I pulled out this lightweight cotton popover top to put on with my jean shorts. These Frank & Eileen pieces are pricey, but the quality is so nice, and I love the details.
Frank & Eileen Patrick popover c/o (S) // KUT from the Kloth Jane (6) // Birks (39) // earrings
I wore this casual shorts outfit again on Monday to run some errands, this time with my P448 sneakers.
Sundry Golden Hour Tee (L) // KUT from the Kloth shorts (similar shorts (8) // similar P448 sneakers // Dragon Diffusion tote (option)
And later that day, I changed into my swimsuit and coverup to host friends by the pool. This short-sleeve coverup fits better in the small than the long-sleeve one in the medium, but I feel like it would look better if was a little longer. Oh, well! It works.
Amazon coverup // La Blanca swimsuit (10) // Dolce Vita sandals (7.5)
And finally! I threw on this white and denim look to go see my foot and ankle doc yesterday. He said my ankle looks great, he’s surprised that I’m not struggling more with lack of stability considering the extent of my injuries, and I’m free to resume all normal activities. He even encouraged me to start running again, if I want, so we’ll see…
Michael Stars Naomi Split Neck Gauze Top (S) (option) // Frame Le Easy Flare Jeans (29) (option) // Birks (39)
