The night before I grabbed this skirt, I saw this year's Cinderella. Enough said. While I was a few months late, I can say that the film was on pointe with all the praise. If you haven't seen it, I highly recommend it, and if you have already, then you probably look like you should grab some popcorn and watch it again. But that's just me.
Because I wore this look out to lunch and to run errands in the real world, and not 18th century/fairytale France, I needed something to ground it. The classic stripes were strong and simple to hold down the fluffy, airy skirt. My favorite oxfords were sweeter than my Converse, but more casual than a ballet flat with the rest of the look. Little details, like tiny, eclectic pins, top it off. I think Cindy(ella) would be proud.
At the beginning of the summer, when I decided to give myself a bit of a makeover, I realized just how often I wear jeans and tee-shirts. I have tried to be more innovative, and it's been great! I met some cool looks, took them out a few times, and they've all been nice. I have really enjoyed all our time together, and I really have found something special in them. But I think my heart still yearns for my jeans and tee's. In the words of the famed poet, Taylor Swift, "we never go out of style." So I will keep trying to move on, but I know when I'm looking for that perfect fit, when I need something natural and effortless, I know he, I mean they - my jeans and tee-shirt, will always be there for me.
Ok, $50 of organic gold was purchased that day and totally worth it! I love my local farmer's market, and I love the look that says, "I am casually healthy and super pulled together and flawless and I love strolling in the sun and not sweating" that so many bloggers emulate. I personally find that all a bit unattainable, but this is what I got. The main components of that style, is comfort, simplicity, and confidence. These are my favorite shorts I own, they are from American Eagle and they are a bit loose around the legs and have the perfect amount of distress. Confidence? Check. This chambray button-down, I scored at Buffalo Exchange and is so soft and has good proportions and slouch. Comfort? Check! I finished off the outfit with my pink Converse for a pop of color and comfort while I stroll with my veggies. Simple AND comfort. Double check!!! I am still trying to master the effortless, casual style, along with a healthier lifestyle. Eating more organic and locally grown foods has made it more exciting and encouraged me to stay on track...thus farmers markets rule, am I right?
I have been loving the trend of the off the shoulder tops and dresses, so I decided to make my own! I saw this diy and tried it out on this vintage fabric I got at an estate sale. This was a very simple pattern with elastic and only took an afternoon to complete. Can I just say, books are amazing? And book stores. Where else can you go to a thousand different places and live so many lives just by living through a character in a book? I went to this charming book shop with some friends the other day wearing this outfit and it was just wonderful. What's on your reading list?
