If you are new to this blog (yay! welcome!!), I have been participating in Style Challenges with Alison from Get Your Pretty On for nearly a year. I just started recapping my outfits on the blog during the Spring Challenge, click HERE to see my spring recap. The Challenges run 21 days and each Wednesday, I will give you a recap of the outfit formulas plus my interpretation of it. On Wednesdays, you can also check out all the other bloggers outfits as well (all linked below)! Talk about some outfit inspiration, girls!!! Feel free to link up your outfits, too!! Are you ready?!!
The first outfits of the Summer Style Challenge were released this past Sunday, so today you will get 3 outfits/outfit formulas. Next week will be a full week (7 days!) of outfits ~
Outfit Formula 1: Patterned Shorts + Bright Tee + Chambray/Denim Vest + Sandals
I really like how this outfit turned out. I played around with different color combos and I finally decided pink, chambray and pearls were a winning combo! I could have also worn my new DIY'ed denim vest (details tomorrow on the blog!!) but I thought the chambray looked more relaxed :)
Chambray Shirt: H&M (similar, similar)
Pink Tee: Target (exact)
Necklace: Ann Taylor (similar)
Sandals: Target (exact)
Outfit Formula 2: Graphic Tee + Bright Shorts + Sparkly Sandals
I ordered this awesome graphic tee from Alison's blog, Get Your Pretty On. All profits help support the Pretty Strong Foundation to help women undergoing cancer treatment. Score! There are a million different styles and color combos. I love a simple tee paired with colored shorts...and of course, you need a little BLING and sparkle when you Get Your Pretty On!!
Graphic Tee: Get Your Pretty On (exact, lots of options!)
Shorts: J. Crew Factory (similar, similar)
Necklace: similar, similar
Sandals: Target (exact)
Outfit Formula 3: Summer Dress + Hair Wrap/Headband + Wedges
The "real"outfit formula called for a white dress and a denim vest--a look I ADORE! But I just couldn't find a cute, casual white dress that I love. I did find this cute chambray dress at Target, though and I do LOVE it. I also bought it because it kind of had that "romper" feel without the difficulty of being a romper and undressing every time you use the bathroom :) It can be dressed up or down and it's perfectly casual for me and my lifestyle! I tried a headband too, also suggested by the challenge...not sure it works, but at least I tried something new with my hair!!!
Dress: Target (exact, similar)
Belt: Option, Option
Wedges: Nordstrom/Toms (very similar, similar)
Since I don't have a white dress, I'll leave you with some white dress looks that I love. It's such a great summer look!
That's a wrap, girls! Don't forget to enter the $200 Gap Brands raffle below AND link up!!!
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Love your looks! I'm having fun playing along with the summer style challenge this time.
ReplyDeleteThank you!! So glad you are playing along! It's so much fun! XO
DeleteCasey I love all of your looks (especially your graphic tee) I had seen you post about your chambray dress actually and grabbed one at target, I just need to get it hemmed a bit. I love the look, so thanks for the tip:)
ReplyDeleteOooh--i can't wait to see you in it, Nicole!!! Yeah, I think it's a bit more practical than white :) XOXO
DeleteLove this! I'm loving my old navy boyfriend shorts & old navy loose fitting tanks so far this season!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I know, those are really live-in items for summer, aren't they??!! XO
DeleteLove all your looks--you know that! I just bought that pareo/scarf in the last white dress pic you posted--going to sub in for the challenge kimono.
ReplyDeleteOooh....i love that scarf!! It's always catches my eye on my Target trips...waiting for the sale.. :)
DeleteOh, I definitely love those floral shorts!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your chambray dress and yes to the romper thing! I bought one, but am not wanting to get nekked when going to the bathroom! haha!
ReplyDeleteI have walked by and drooled over that dress several times. Guess I need to break down and try it on. You look so fresh in it. Love the floral shorts, too. Always scared to try on pants/shorts at Old Navy but might have to head over there, too. Inspiring looks, sweet friend.
ReplyDeleteI think you could pull it off, my friend! Give it a try!!! These 5 inch shorts from ON are great! They are roomy and not too tight in the wrong places :) Try them!! XO
DeleteAlison does such a great job with her style challenges. I can't imagine the work and time that must go into putting them together! Love the easy outfit formulas but then seeing how everyone adds their own twist to them!
ReplyDeleteGina || On the Daily Express
Perfect summer looks!! I can't get enough of chambray anything!! And also partial to printed shorts!
ReplyDeleteAgree 100%!!!!
DeleteYou look so lovely in everything - and I think you've convinced me to get a GYPO tshirt! Your chambray dress is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI really like you in pink. The chambray dress is the best alternative to white for sure.
ReplyDeletehow adorable are you?!
ReplyDeleteThose print shorts are my fav!
I need to get on the graphic tee, they look so cute on everyone!
My go to summer outfit is a tank top, jean shorts, cute sandals, and bright necklace.
ReplyDeleteSounds about like mine, Angela!!! XO
DeleteGreat looks! I really like your chambray dress - the belt makes it even better!
ReplyDeleteMy go to summer outfit is a pair of printed shorts, a white t shirt and a cute necklace!
ReplyDeleteShort's and t would be my go to!
ReplyDeleteHI :) I saw that I won the giveaway! :) who am I supposed to contact?
ReplyDeleteMy email is perezashley60@hotmail.com
Thank you so much!
Ashley!! YOU DID!! Omg--how fun!!! Alison (from Puppies and Pretties) should be contacting you very shortly!! Congrats, girl!!! XOXOXO
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