Long time, no blog. But for real, it's been exactly a month since my last post!
If you follow me on instagram, you probably saw that my baby boy was born 3 weeks ago! We are both doing great, just recovering and enjoying every moment. Hence, the necessary blog break.
This is the very last maternity outfit that I have for the blog. My little guy came 3 weeks early, so I didn't anticipating this being the case.
This floral number from Old Navy has been my favorite thing for Spring. It's a loose popover top so it was great for pregnancy and my big belly! Now that I am no longer pregnant, it is also a great loose top to hide the baby fat I need to lose ;) This is sold out online, but similar items can be found here and here.
Pregnant or not, when I'm looking for an outfit that is stylish and comfortable, denim on denim is something I often fall back on. Some people may steer away from mixing denim on denim because you know, a Canadian tuxedo isn't the cutest thing ever. However, wearing two types of denim does not have to equal a fashion faux pas... no one wants that.
Scroll through to see my best tips on wearing denim on denim!
Target chambray top (sold out online, similar options below) | Pink Blush Maternity jeans c/o | Mindy Mae's Market flats (sold out, similar options below) | Aldo purse (several years old, similar option here)
1. Make sure that your denims have a lot of contrast and are visibly different colors. I usually go for dark wash jeans and a light denim/chambray top!
2. Make sure your denim top fits correctly. This seems like a no-brainer, but there is nothing worse than a structured top that is too small. I always size up in these tops because they look much more put together when they are a little loose, than too tight.
3. Pick the right shoes. When creating this type of look, the denim is obviously the focal point of the outfit, but your shoes are important too! You can denim on denim with flats, ankle boots, or sandals for a casual look or heels for a more dressed up look!
How would you wear denim on denim?
PS I've had a lot of questions about where I like to buy my chambray tops when pregnant and not pregnant. This top is actually oversized and I'm wearing a medium so it works even though it isn't maternity. If you are expecting though, I've linked up some great maternity tops below. My favorite places to buy non-chambray tops are from Target, Old Navy, Gap, J.Crew, Forever 21, and H&M. You can also check out the options below, if you're interested!
I love the spring weather we've been having and I've been trying to soak up every minute of it before this baby makes its arrival next month. What better way to dress for spring than in rain boots? I've been wearing a lot of pastels and colorful pieces to match the season lately, but I went with a more nautical look for this outfit. This is also the outfit I wore for my baby shower this past weekend (more details coming soon!)
Shift dresses have been the perfect piece for the end of pregnancy. They are comfy, stretchy, and make me feel like I can actually fit into something! This particular dress is non-maternity, but is unfortunately sold out in this color. However, there are some similar dresses here and here and a great maternity option can be found here.
I'm a big fan of anything lace and this pink lace dress from Pink Blush Maternity is no exception. Over the years I've bought many different lace dresses (I just can't stay away from them) and I love how wearable and versatile they are! This particular dress is a maternity dress, but you don't have to look very far to find a lace dress that fits your style if you aren't pregnant. There are multiple silhouettes available, check the links at the bottom of the post for more info if you're in the market for one! Because lace dresses are so versatile and a great staple for your closet, today I want to show you three simple ways to style a lace dress for spring.
And if you are currently pregnant, be sure to check out Pink Blush Maternity because they have the best maternity clothes!
1. Dressed-Up
I love having a go-to item anytime I need to dress up. Whether it's for church or a special occasion, a lace dress is always a great item to grab from your closet. The thing about lace fabric is that it looks dressy all on it's own and it's very easy to style. I wore it with a nude cross-body and heels to keep it simply, but classy. This Sparkle & Gem statement necklace also added the perfect bit of glam. And if you're going for an extremely dressy look, you can always add a structured blazer or jacket!
As much as I love dressing up, I'm a casual girl through and through. Lace dresses make the perfect daytime attire, when paired with the right accessories. With a light cardigan, some fun sandals, and my go-to white spring handbag, it was the perfect outfit for being out and about running errands. BTW, I love the crochet detailing on this cardigan! I love the contrast of textures it creates.
I love adding layers to an outfit because it adds dimension, texture, and of course warmth- when needed. A basic chambray is the perfect item to layer over a lace dress in the spring and it adds a bit of color! For some added texture, add your favorite leather wedges and you've got the perfect layered outfit for spring!
Today I'm excited to be teaming up with Carolina from Chic Talk to talk about spring florals! Carolina is also a Colorado blogger and I'm so glad we had the chance to collaborate. Floral prints are such a versatile pattern and having them in your closet is a no-brainer in the spring! I love how Carolina's look has an edgy twist with leather details- that just goes to show how versatile floral prints can be. Be sure to check out Carolina's look and her blog here.
For my look, I wanted to balance my pastel floral blouse by incorporating a lot of bright colors throughout my outfit and did so with pops of colors in my pants and flats. FYI: These loose chiffon blouses are my absolute favorite. They are very popular right now, they're comfortable and they are flattering on both pregnant and non-pregnant women.
It's no secret that I love mixing different prints and patterns. It's easy to do and it can definitely take a simple outfit from boring to exciting. I get a lot of questions and comments from friends and readers about how I decide which patterns to mix when putting together an outfit and I'm here to tell you how easy it really is.
I'm currently working on an easy how-to guide for mixing patterns for any occasion- but today I want to talk about mixing patterns in the spring time.
It's not a surprise that pastels and bright colors are on-trend every spring. They always have been and always will be. One of my favorite ways to wear spring colors is by mixing two different colorful pieces with completely different prints. For example, this blue shirt has bold, thin stripes and the bright coral scarf I'm wearing has a large floral pattern. These patterns and colors contrast well together, without looking too busy- which is exactly what I go for when mixing patterns.
Are you a fan of mixing patterns? What are your favorite patterns to mix together?
I've linked up some patterned items below that will go great with one another, if you're interested!
