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 or 30 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. They’re a nice breezy culotte-style with trouser style hems. 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 from the try-ons, 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 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 then 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 actually looks better than it did that morning, despite a few extra wrinkles. So my advice with these pants is, buy them a tad snug. I was tempted to size up, and I’m glad I didn’t.

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 next outfit to a doctor appointment last Monday. I haven’t worn this denim skirt as much as I thought I would, so I intentionally styled an outfit around it.

My 18-year-old daughter even commented on it and said how much she liked it, so I consider that a win. I definitely felt more polished than I do in my usual jeans and top ensemble, even when I add a 3rd “completer piece”. I’m going to have to start wearing 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 (S) // MOTHER Dazzler (29) (option) // Paul Green sneakers (8) (option) // Capital Z slingbag c/o // 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) // Lagos hoops

Last Friday, I did some work at home before heading to the airport to pick up my parents for their graduation weekend visit. I like how these white shorts coordinate with the white sun graphic in the graphic tee, and they really pop against the olive green. I also wore my lighter colored Birks to keep the look light and neutral; these are the Sandcastle.

FIT TIP: This t-shirt runs verrrry small. I sized up to a large. Besides that, it’s super soft and lightweight and comfy. Highly recommend!

Sundry Golden Hour Tee (L) // KUT from the Kloth shorts (similar option) (8) // Birks (39) // Lagos hoops

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 our family 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 had been looking around for something in red or red/white, since that is her school colors, but nothing seemed quite right. I considered wearing this blue and white floral knit dress, but it seemed too busy, and I really didn’t want to wear blue. If I wasn’t going to wear red, a black dress seemed to make the most sense.

Ming Wang floral knit dress (S) // Sam Edelman Deacon sandals (8)

I had laid out a couple other options from my closet to try, but once I put on this black knit tank dress, I knew that’s what I wanted to wear. I don’t know why I didn’t try it before. I’ve had it since last summer, and I know I like it. It’s a really nice quality fabric that doesn’t cling to the lumps and bumps, and I love the timeless design. The knee-length hemline with side slits and scoop neck tank style top are very flattering.

I wore the raffia slides and hoop earrings to lighten it up a bit and keep it summery, as well as a gold link necklace and gold bangle for some elegance and shine, and I carried my LV Graceful in the Azure print. It’s probably too casual for this look, but 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

I sure wish I’d worn this dress for the professional photos we took with Becca because I was much happier with how I looked in the iPhone pictures from graduation night. I only wish we’d taken more time to get better pictures, but it was crowded and chaotic, and I was just grateful that everyone was there together and looks happy.

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. I wore my Birks for the comfort factor, as I figured we’d be standing around for a few hours, but my Paul Green sneakers would have looked cute too.

Frank & Eileen Lauren Polo Dress c/o (S) // Birks (39)

On Sunday morning, when I went to get dressed for church, I considered wearing 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. These earrings are surprisingly lightweight, and they really pack a punch.

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) (option / option) // 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) (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 (S) // La Blanca swimsuit (10) // Dolce Vita sandals (7.5)

And finally! I threw on this white and denim look to follow up with my foot & 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)

And that’s a wrap!

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