The Summer Challenge Recap ~ My Faves

Another GYPO Style Challenge has come and gone. I really, really enjoyed this one! I didn't have to buy a whole lot this time around...I think that is just a testament to having a well-stocked wardrobe of great basics you love. I have collected a good foundation of clothing over the past year and now it's just a matter of little updates here and there and adding a few "trendy" items and accessories.

Here are my weekly outfit recaps from the Summer Challenge, in case you missed them ~

Week 1
Week 2
Week 3

Although I liked nearly every outfit this time around, here are my Top 3~

Outfit Formula: Graphic Tee + Bright Shorts + Sparkly Sandals ~ This one was basic and I LOVE basic! I also like how just a little bling (necklace and sandals) are a simple ways to make an outfit a little special without adding any "bulk" or being overcomplicated.

Graphic Tee: Get Your Pretty On (exact, lots of options!)
Shorts: J. Crew Factory (similar, similar)
Necklace: similar, similar
Sandals: Target (exact)

Outfit Formula: Summer Dress + Hair Wrap/Headband + Wedges ~ The challenge called for a white dress but I felt I'd get some much more use out of this simple chambray one. I was RIGHT! I have worn this dress with wedges, sandals and even my Converse. I wear it with or without the belt. It's soooo comfy and effortless. I also like how I at least **tried** something new with my hair! LOL!

Dress: Target (exact, similar)
Belt: Option, Option
Wedges: Nordstrom/Toms (very similar, similar)

Outfit Formula: White Top + Patterned Shorts + Sandals ~ You know by now I LOVE stripes and these striped shorts are no exception! Pair with a sleeveless Portofino top and a little color--perfect in my book!!

Ok, I had to add a forth because I really like how this kimono took me outside my comfort zone! I was also patient in finding one that I really loved instead of just purchasing impulsively just because I wanted to try the trend.

Kimono: Ross (option, option, option)
Jeans: Old Navy (exact)
White Tee: Target (exact)
Sandals: Similar

That's a wrap on the Summer Style Challenge! On to Fall!!! :)

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Summer Challenge ~ Week 1 + Giveaway + Linkup!!

The Summer Style Challenge is here and my good style blogging friends, (read about us HERE) are launching it with a bang! Enter to win $200 gift card from Gap Brands below!! I, for one, know that I could spend this in a hot second!

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 :)

Floral Shorts: Old Navy (option, option)
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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