Menswear Inspired

Top- Francesca's, Blouse- Forever 21 (similar), Jeans- Forever 21, Heels- Express

I've been loving menswear inspired looks this season. These jeans- love them! They fit perfectly and that little white stripe is all you need to add a bit of tuxedo-inspired sophistication to a simple look. The houndstooth pattern on the cropped top adds to the menswear vibe, along with the stiff collar on the shirt underneath.

When I first saw that mules were a "thing," I hated them. But after seeing them around for a while, they kinda grew on me. I love that these look like a simple pair of black pumps I could wear everyday, just without a back on them. And the heel may look high, but these are so comfortable! I have been wearing them a ton to work and haven't had any problem walking in them all day.

A Pretty Dress + Giveaway Winner!

Dress- Francesca's, Denim Jacket- Forever 21, Wedges- Banana Republic (similar), Purse- Francesca's, Earrings- Target, Watch- Fossil, Bracelet- Target

Happy Monday! Hope everyone had a great weekend. The highlights of mine were eating at my favorite TexMex restaurant- Chuy's, spending time with my mom on Saturday, a lazy Sunday, and getting hit in the nose with a frisbee. Hard. Okay, so maybe that last one wasn't a highlight, but it definitely made an impact! I'm still a little bit bruised and swollen, but otherwise I am feeling rested and ready for the new week!

There's nothing I love to wear more than a pretty dress. This one has lots of fun colors in its geometric shape pattern. I picked my favorite color from the dress, periwinkle, and worked it in with my accessories. And of course, a denim jacket can go with almost anything, so I threw that on top!

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Linking up with Kayla and Amber!

<3 Katie

Summer Lookbook: Peppermint Stripes

I'm starting a new series today called Summer Lookbook! Every Wednesday throughout June and July, I'll be posting an easy summer outfit incorporating staple pieces from my summer wardrobe. I'll also show you two more ways to wear this look down below and links back to all the items so you can recreate this look!

Today's look is very easy to put together, and is great for hotter weather. A classic skater circle skirt pairs perfectly with a tucked-in sleeveless blouse. I chose to do a little pattern mixing here with a striped blouse and polka dotted skirt. Since my top and skirt are lighter colored, I added some kelly green with my necklace and bag for an extra pop of color. Sometimes I look a little hippy in skater skirts, so I wear mine a bit high-waisted so it skims right over my hips and doesn't make me look wider than I am. You can also put a belt on top to really cinch in your waist.

Blouse- TJ Maxx, Skirt- Lulu's, Sandals- Charlotte Russe (identical), Necklace- Francesca's, Watch- Fossil, Belt- Forever 21 (similar), Bag- Forever 21

I used Barefoot Blonde's twisted braid tutorial to do something a little different with my hair!

How You Can Wear This Look:

Don't already have the pieces to recreate this look? Here are two additional outfits I put together featuring a skater skirt and sleeveless blouse. Click on any item below to see where you can buy it!

If you have any questions on how to wear this look, feel free to email me or leave a comment down below! Stay tuned next Wednesday for my next Summer Lookbook featuring hi-low dresses!

If you love to shop, be sure to enter my group giveaway here for a chance to win 

a gift card to Lulus.com, Victoria's Secret, or Sephora!

Linking up with Alison, Lauren, Amy, Savannah and Kelly!

<3 Katie