Outfit Inspiration: Looking Ahead!

Hey, Ladies! Happy Friday! We all made it!

I hope everybody had a great week. Our kids started school on Wednesday, so it’s been a crazy week. MY BABY STARTED HIGH SCHOOL, which is nuts! It was fun seeing him start this new chapter, and I only cried for like an hour on Wednesday. #wishIwaskidding

Well, I’ve got some NEW and FABULOUS outfits for y’all today! Some are great for now, some are great all the way into fall, and some are great for transitioning between seasons. I’ve got looks for all sorts of occasions:  for the office, for a date night, for a girlfriend lunch, for running around town, for just about wherever you are going and whatever event you might be attending! These outfits definitely have me wishing for cooler temps, and I’m officially OVER 105 degree days.

And I’ll tell you this: These OUTFIT PLANNING posts have without a doubt become my favorite posts to create!!! They take a sweet forever, but I truly enjoy finding all of the pieces and then putting them all together into different combos that I would love to wear. Putting the outfits together is sort of like a puzzle, and I really enjoy the process! Plus, they generally inspire me and help me decide what I want to order to feature for y’all in the future.

Today’s pieces come from Nordstrom, Gap, Amazon, J Crew Factory, and Anthropologie. And you’ll see that there are a handful of pieces that you will see in several of the outfits. I love to show that the pieces are versatile and can be used in lots of different outfits!

 

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I. LOVE. THIS. OUTFIT.

As soon as I saw this slip skirt, I knew I wanted to style an outfit around it. What’s great about this outfit is that you probably already have a white tee, a denim jacket, a cognac tote, and a pair of neutral sneakers. If you do, THEN ALL YOU NEED IS THE SKIRT TO RECREATE THIS ADORABLE LOOK!

I do want to draw your attention to this woven tote. I think it’s gorgeous and so chic. It’s in several of today’s outfits, but I want to warn you that it’s not cheap. Still, I wanted to highlight it because I think it’s so versatile and could be a really great staple for many of your closets! You’ll see today that it can be easily dressed up or down, and I’m in love with this neutral color. It comes in black too!

denim jacket / white ruffle sleeve tee / slip skirt / pearl earrings / necklace / neutral sneakers / woven tote / bracelet stack

 

This outfit has me wishing for wishing for cooler temps and fall events! I’m dying over the brass buttons on the boot cut jeans, and I think the blouse is so pretty (but still fun)! Styled with gold jewelry, some beautiful earrings, cognac booties, and the newly beloved tote – you’ll be ready for fall!

print blouse / fringe teardrop earrings / necklace / cuff bracelet / button trim flare jeans / woven tote / booties

 

Everything is neutral here except for the pop of color on the earrings. I think this look is so smart, and who doesn’t love a blazer, jeans, and loafer combo!

The ankle flare jeans are totally clean (with no distressing), so they are perfect for jean days in business casual environments! And since they are from Wit and Wisdom, you know you will love them because they will be totally comfy as well as super flattering.

Have I convinced you that you need this woven tote yet?

v-neck sweater / sweater blazer / ankle flare jeans / woven tote / multicolor earrings / toggle bracelet / necklace / loafers

This eyelet puff sleeve dress could easily be worn now with sandals, but look how great it looks styled for fall as well!

And great news! Gap has a Friends and Family Sale going on right now where it’s 40% off Everything! Plus, you canget an extra 10% off your cart with the code STMT10 from 8/9-8/15 (see HERE for full terms and conditions). HOW COOL IS THAT! I have my own code with Gap!!! 

eyelet puff sleeve dress / drop earrings / beaded cuff bracelet / turquoise necklace / love knot red tote / booties

If you don’t have the must have black pants yet, then we can’t be friends. #justkidding #kindof

But seriously, if you don’t have them, PLEASE consider giving them a try. They are soooooo stretchy, sooooooo comfy and you will feel like a million bucks in them! (I wear my regular size 4, but the majority of people size down 1 in them.) I’ve styled them here with this classic blouse two different ways. You can see the outfit styled with a neutral bag and pumps on the left and with a black tote and pumps on the right.

blouse / must have black pants / pearl earrings / pearl necklace / heart bracelet / neutral clutch / taupe pumps / black tote / black pumps

 

This floral dress caught my eye, and I couldn’t wait to play with how to style it. I think it’s STUNNING.

You’ll see I’ve styled it two different ways below.

On the left, you can see it more casually with cowboy inspired boots and a super fun red tote! On the right, it’s so pretty with pearls, a clutch, and heels.

floral dress / drop earrings / cuff bracelet / love knot red tote / boots / pearl earrings / pearl necklace / toggle bracelet / neutral clutch / taupe pumps

What you’re seeing here is a version of one of my very favorite fall uniforms. If you know me in real life, you’ll see me in outfits just like this alllllllll the time all fall long. I love me some Vuori for cute and comfy outfits.

denim jacket / hoodie / joggers / tote / huggie earrings / sneakers

In addition to Vuori, y’all know I love Zella too!

sweatshirt / short sleeve tee / shorts / 7/8 leggings / huggie earrings / sneakers

The next two outfit collages are ones I’ve shared before, but I couldn’t resist sharing them again.

I’m sure y’all know I think this “outfit” is everything. And how cute are the hair, face, and skin bags! Everything is from Amazon.

pajamas / hair, face, skin bags / Mario Badescu facial sprays / Laneige lip mask / Kenra blow dry spray / magnifying mirror

Travel Style is something that I really put a lot of thought into. And while I of course want to look cute, above all else I want to be comfy! This outfit hits the mark!

The performance joggers are the joggers I named a must have back in the fall. I have several different colors, and I wear all of them constantly. They are so soft, so comfy, and so flattering. I wear a small in the joggers. I wear a medium in the tee and a small in the denim jacket. If you prefer a lighter wash, check out this new denim jacket. It looks fabulous.

The sneakers are probably my favorite purchase of 2023 thus far. They are just so dang cute! I love the colors, and I love that they are slip on with the bungee cord laces. True to size for me.

denim jacket / white tee / joggers / woven bag / carry-on suitcase / earrings / necklace / straw hat / sneakers

 

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So what do y’all think?

Which outfit is your favorite?

Which pieces do you think you would like to add to your closet?

Sound off in the comments!

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