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What to Wear on Warm Days When You Don’t Want to Wear Jeans

May 27, 2025 No Comments

Jeans are a go-to staple for me, but on warm days or when I just want something more breathable and effortless, I like to wear something else. Sometimes denim just feels too restrictive on a hot day, so here are 6 alternatives that I reach for and wear often.

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1. Linen pants

Linen pants are a go-to when it’s hot out and I want to wear pants, but I don’t want to wear jeans. They’re breathable, comfy, and cute!

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2. A midi skirt

A midi skirt is a great option if you want to stay professional or more dressed up but are also looking to dress cooler.

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3. Sweat shorts

Sweat shorts are great for running errands, hanging with your kiddos, or doing yard work. I own multiple pairs and they’re a go-to warm weather piece for me!

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4. A dress

A lightweight dress is a perfect option for a warm day. This one is a gauzy cotton and I love how comfy and flowy it is. You can do a mini, midi, or maxi.

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5. Linen shorts

Linen shorts are one of my favorite warm weather pieces. So easy to pair with a graphic tee, tank top, plain tee and feel easy and breezy. I own quite a few different colored pairs and wear them often.

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A maxi skirt is one of my favorite hacks for feeling comfy and also looking cute. You can pair a maxi skirt with so many kinds of tops, so it’s super versatile.

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Spring, Style Sessions

One Denim Dress, Four Ways For Spring

May 27, 2025 No Comments

Denim is everywhere this season! I always love a good pair of jeans, but adding denim in other cute ways like a button up, a tank top, and a dress has been so fun.

This little denim dress has the cutest little shift dress shape and is sooo easy to style. I can’t wait to wear it even more ways and I know it’ll be so cute for fall too!

Here are four ways I’ve styled it.

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Outfit 1: Western Chic

Cowboy boots and a bright green bandana make this denim dress so adorable and fun! The playful pop of color at the neck is my favorite part.

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Outfit 2: Weekend Ready

Add a rust-orange crossbody bag and sandals for a carefree weekend vibe. A crossbody bag is one of my favorite ways to dress down a dress!

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Outfit 3: Cozy Layered

A light cotton button up shirt softens the denim’s structure, giving it a cozy, layered look. This is great for a cooler summer day or to keep the sun off your shoulders.

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Outfit 4: Sporty & On-the-Go

Add sneakers and a khaki belt bag for a functional look. This outfit works great for exploring new cities, long walks, or busy days while staying cute and comfortable.

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Which outfit is your favorite? Would you wear any of these looks?

Outfit Round-Up, Spring

Outfit round up: 15 cute and comfy spring outfits

May 21, 2025 No Comments

Here are a few of my recent spring outfits! I hope they give you some new ideas and ways to rotate items you already own and love—that’s always my goal and I appreciate each and every one of you following along.

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Earthy & Relaxed – Flowy pink cotton pants, a sweater tank, and a denim button up—the ultimate comfy-chic combo.

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Pop of Chartreuse – A long knit vest over wide leg denim and a fitted cream top—casual with a fun twist.

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Weekend Gingham – Comfy checkered pants and a soft white cotton sweater for a relaxed day in.

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Layered Neutrals – A cozy combo of a black sweater vest over a white top with light-wash jeans and a green bag.

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Graphic Meets Soft Tones – ochre linen pants and a graphic tee layered with a chambray shirt.

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Sporty – A bright blue sweatshirt paired with fitted jeans and sneakers for a casual vibe.

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Classic Crewneck – A grey sweatshirt and wide leg-cuffed jeans—clean and simple.

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Golden Hour Layers – A mustard yellow shirt layered over a tank with utility barrel jeans and my signature baggy bag.

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Easy Basics – A ribbed tank, lightweight cotton button up, and utility jeans—simple and wearable.

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Layered Linen – Mustard button up with black linen pants—elevated, yet easygoing.

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Colorblock Cozy – A playful mix of rust, pink, and forest green for a cheerful outdoorsy look.

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Comfy and Cute – Graphic tee and straight-leg black linen pants with a denim shirt—comfy and casual.

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Chocolate & Denim – A chunky brown cardigan and vintage-wash utility jeans with comfy clogs for a cozy neutral vibe.

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Soft & Easy – Mauve tank, soft linen shorts, and a slouchy beige button up—effortless and cute.

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Laid-back Utility – Olive green linen pants, a graphic tee, and a denim shirt jacket—effortlessly cool.

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Outfit Round-Up, Spring

Casual & Cozy: 15 Effortless Everyday Outfits for Spring

May 9, 2025 No Comments

This is a quick little round up of some outfits I’ve worn in the last month! The weather has been so back and forth so there is a lot of variety. From maxi skirts and mini dresses to jeans and cozy sweaters and linen, cotton, and denim, there’s something here for every person and every temperature.

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