I had two appointments the day I wore this first outfit, and while neither warranted a major fashion statement, I felt like putting a stylish outfit together. I used this outfit as an example in my post on using juxtaposition to make more stylish outfits.

It’s the shoe choice that really makes the difference, in my opinion. I swapped out my trusty Birkenstocks for these low-heeled sandals at the last minute, and I added the coordinating crossbody in Palisade Tan for a finishing touch.

Madewell linen top (S) // FRAME Le Easy Flare Jeans (29) (similar on sale) // Vince Cecila Slides (8) // AllSaints Half Moon Bag // Jenny Bird hoops // similar pendant

I’m going to post this next outfit out of order because I’m wearing the same jeans, and I did that same last minute shoe swap to level up the look, but this time I have pictures of both outfits. The Birks are fine, but I like how the low heel gets the jeans up off the top of my foot.

stripe sweater (S) // FRAME Le Easy Flare Jeans (29) (similar on sale) // Birks in Sandcastle (39) // Vince Cecila Slides (8) // similar gold hoops

I wore this to a gym workout, and I thought I’d share because I love these pieces. They’re worth the investment if you need warm weather workout gear.

Vuori 5″ shorts (M) // Athleta tank (M) // Brooks Ghost (9) // Bombas socks

I can’t remember why got fully dressed in cute clothes with ponytail hair and no makeup, but I love this simple outfit, and these jeans are on sale. I also like how this bag complements these flip flops. The sand-colored footbed of the flip flops are a similar color to the leather bag, and the bag has silver hardware to coordinate with the silver thongs on the flip flops, so of course I wore silver jewelry.

Overthinking much? Maybe! But it’s what I do. 🤪

smocked tank (S) // PAIGE Anessa – on sale (29) (similar for less) // beek flip flops in Silver/Beach (8) // AllSaints Half Moon Bag // Jenny Bird hoops // similar pendant

I remember wearing this outfit as I was packing for our Maine vacation, so that tells you how long ago this was! I snagged this fun graphic tee during the #NSale, and it’s cute, but I would not pay full price.

MOTHER tee (M) // similar shorts (6) // Birks (39)

I wrote a separate post about what I wore for our Maine vacation, so we’re skipping over that week.

This is the outfit I wore to church the day after we got back. I purchased this olive bag in Italy last summer, and it’s super splurgy. (It was significantly less in Italy, tho!) The color is tricky to style, but I love how it complements this mesh top.

Evereve tank (S) // MOTHER The Rider (29) (similar for less) // Vince wedges (8) // Loewe handbag (budget option) // similar hoops // sunnies

I wore this outfit the next day for some appointments and errands. The linen button-up shirt is a different look for me, but I really like it. I paired it with a slim straight ankle jean, thinking that the more voluminous top would look better with a slimmer bottom. I also like the contrast of the crisp white button-up with the faded denim.

Frank & Eileen button-up c/o (M) (similar for less) // MOTHER Dazzler (29) (option) // similar slides // Loewe handbag (budget option) // similar gold hoops // similar necklace

I hosted friends at the pool several times during those steamy days we were having last week, and this is my favorite swimsuit. I actually have it in three colors.

Sea Level one piece (8) // mesh swim wrap coverup (M) // beek flip flops in Silver/ Beach (8)

I’m realizing as I write this post that there are a lot of jeans outfits in here for the hot weather we’ve been having. I lose track of where I wore each one, but lately the only places I go are the mall or a medical office or a restaurant.

I don’t like wearing shorts inside when the A/C is blasting, even when it’s 90+ degrees with 80% humidity (which it has been here lately) outside, so that’s why I wear so many jeans. I don’t even like to do the shorts with a long sleeve top thing in those environments because I don’t like to sit on restaurant or medical office chairs in bare legs.

Anyway, I love this transitional look, and it will carry over easily into fall due to the darker colors. The AllSaints Half Moon Bag in Palisade Tan adds a nice warm contrast against the cooler tones in the outfit, while also relating to the earth tones in the graphic tee.

Michael Stars tee (M) // MOTHER Weekender (29) (darker wash on sale; budget option) // Birks (39) // AllSaints Half Moon Bag // silver tone hoops

I do remember where I wore this next outfit because we actually took a street shot. This might have even been the same day as the one above, and I just swapped out my top and put on bigger silver hoops to meet some friends for dinner downtown. Paul wanted to walk around first and go to a bike shop, so I wore my comfy Birks.

(And yes, those are the same jeans; the wash looks different due to the lighting. Mine are an older wash — We The Animals — so I’m linking to a newer pair down below. Also, this light wash version is on sale. )

Evereve James pullover (S) // similar MOTHER bootcut jeans (29) (budget option) // Birks (39) // silver hoop earrings // YSL sunnies (option)

Sadly, we had a funeral/visitation to attend last week, so I pulled out my trusty Ming Wang Sleeveless Knit Tank Dress. I wanted to wear the black wedge sandals, but after I walked around the house for a minute, I realized I better go with a lower heel.

Ming Wang Sleeveless Knit Tank Dress (S) // Tory Burch wedges (8) // Jenny Bird bracelet // similar necklace & earrings

My ankle is still recovering from my fall on the steps early in the spring, and I wasn’t sure how much standing and walking I’d be doing, so I switched into these raffia slides… which also meant a handbag swap. #moreoverthinking

Ming Wang Sleeveless Knit Dress (S) // Sam Edelman Deacon Raffia Slides – on sale (8) // Jenny Bird bracelet // similar necklace & gold hoops

Afterwards, I changed into a casual tank and jean shorts to work from home for the rest of the day. BTW, these jean shorts are on sale at Bloomingdale’s. The denim is so soft and comfortable, and I love the 5″ inseam.

Remi Rib Tank (M) // AG Becke shorts (29) (similar for less) // Birks (39) // similar gold hoops

When I went to get dressed for church on Sunday, I realized I had only worn this AG stripe dress once this summer, so I took the opportunity to get some more wear out of it.

AG stripe dress (S) // similar sandals // Jenny Bird bracelet // love knot earrings

I changed into this easy, casual outfit for an afternoon at home and to visit with friends.

Emery Pocket Tank (S) // MOTHER Dazzler (29) (option) // Birks (39)

Becca and I took my mother-in-law out to lunch on Tuesday, so they could have one last visit before she goes off to college, and I broke out my strawberry-red jeans from last spring. I don’t usually feel like being this bright, but they seemed appropriate for a girls’ lunch out in August. I’m getting tired of blue jeans, and none of my dresses felt quite right.

I first tried them on with this sleeveless sweater from the #NSale, but I felt like it was a little too long.

Halogen Ribbed Sleeveless Sweater (S) // KUT from the Kloth Meg (6) // beek Sunbeam Flip Flops in silver/beach (8) // Jenny Bird silver tone hoops

It works fine with full-length jeans, but with this crop length, it seems to throw off my vertical proportions, so I reverted back to my tried and true FRAME v-neck tee with a front tuck.

I’ll post the pix side-by-side, so you can see the difference more clearly. It’s subtle, and if I didn’t have another option, I might have gone ahead and worn the sweater, but I do prefer the look with the front-tucked tee. I think the difference in the sleeves plays a part, too. See how the wider sleeves on the tee helps balance the width of the wide leg pants?

Halogen Ribbed Sleeveless Sweater (S) // FRAME Le Mid Rise V-Neck T-Shirt (XS) // KUT from the Kloth Meg (6) // beek Sunbeam Flip Flops in silver/beach (8) // Jenny Bird silver tone hoops

You may also notice that I didn’t wear a a belt with the t-shirt, even though the waistband of the jeans shows. That’s because the bright pink/red jeans are already attention-grabbing, and I felt like a belt would look too fussy, so I just left it as-is. I chose my metallic flip flops to keep it casual, but also to bring a bit of shine to the outfit.

And finally, I wore this outfit the other day to yet another appointment. Between the three kids and myself, I feel like it’s always something! I wanted to wear this new burgundy tee I got at Evereve last week. I was skeptical about that banded gathered waist when I saw it on the hanger, but it lays nicely and eliminates any question about tucking… although I see they tucked it on the model, so to each her own!

The faded deep blue wash on these straight ankle jeans is such a nice complement to the saturated burgundy/wine color in the top, making this a nice transitional look as we look ahead to fall.

I struggled with finding an appropriate shoe; it was kind of rainy and I the lime green polish on my toes does nothing to enhance the moody color palette, so I didn’t want to wear sandals. Instead, I opted for black leather espadrilles. I like how the dark shoe with the dark jeans helps create a longer leg line and a more cohesive look, even though there’s a break between the hem of the jeans and the top of the shoe.

Evereve Lara Twist Muscle Tee (S) // MOTHER The Rider (29) (similar for less) // similar espadrilles // Lagos earrings

And that’s a wrap! I’ll save yesterday’s outfit for the next post, because this is looooooong enough. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

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