Styling Session

Summer 2024 Closet Additions

I’ve been on a quest to rediscover (or redefine) my style postpartum over the past several months. I recently completed a style workshop which was fun and somewhat helpful, but what has helped me the most is just wearing what I already own. I pulled out my spring a summer clothes a few weeks back and as I cycle through different pieces I have noticed gaps. Mainly, I have been craving variety, print, and pattern. I am also back to focusing on ease and function over polish, especially for the summer.

I’ve been doing a bit of shopping and I’ve had to unsubscribe from J.Crew’s email because their releases this spring and summer would have my wallet empty otherwise. When I did decide to look for some feminine cotton pieces to round out my wardrobe, these is what I selected.

  1. The Clio top looks like the perfect dress up or dress down piece and I truly need tops that aren’t ribbed tanks or simple tees for summer. I seriously considered the Clio dress in black but I have enough black dresses and the top will be more versatile for my lifestyle. If it comes out in an olive or periwinkle I can’t gurantee I won’t buy it though!

  2. I did not need a bathing suit, but I definitely fell in love with this gingham one. And if I am honest, I just don’t feel comfortable in my pre-baby swimwear anymore so I thought I’d treat myself to something that will hopefully make me feel happy in my current body. I love that the bum has good coverage but it is still sexy with the plunging neckline. I am hoping the texture and pattern also feel interesting and pair well with my overside linen shirt cover-ups.

  3. This is the dress I have been searching for. I’ve wanted a floral print in a breezy cotton. Maxi or midi style that was sleeveless but ot spaghetti straps. I didn’t know it would take months to find the perfect one but I think I have! Bonus that it has a high slit so it doesn’t feel like a muumuu.

  4. I have a very beloved summer hat with a massive brim but it isn’t practical with a toddler on my hip. I can’t count how may times I whacked him with my brim on our first beach day of the season! This chic bucket hat still has good coverage, but shouldn’t cause such havoc. It comes in so many colors too (I seriously considered the olive!).

  5. Isn’t this brown dress divine!? I haven’t purchased this one (yet) because I am uncertain if one-shoulder makes sense with a young toddler who is still nursing. I might just het it anyway though becayse this dress feels so elegant and special to me.

Styling Session: Floral Dress

Play dress up with me as I figure out how to integrate this floral midi dress into my wardrobe!

Look 1

Shoes: https://shopeitheror.com/

Basket Tote: https://bit.ly/3ZqZuwE

Look 2

Denim Jacket: https://bit.ly/44jh4qq

Mansur Gavriel Bag: https://bit.ly/4djWY3m or https://bit.ly/3UySYVo

Green Croc Sandal (similar): https://bit.ly/3Wgb5Ri

Look 3

Trucker Jean Jacket: https://bit.ly/4aTwq74

Mansur Gavriel Bag: https://bit.ly/4djWY3m or https://bit.ly/3UySYVo

Basket bag (similar): https://bit.ly/3WiLBTn

Crossover Sandal (similar): https://shopeitheror.com/

Look 4

Breton Top (similar): https://bit.ly/49OExBb or https://bit.ly/44fbsh3

Tank Sweater: https://www.solosix.co/

Straw Tote: https://bit.ly/3WiLWW9

Crossover Sandals: https://shopeitheror.com/

Look 5

Blazer (similar): https://bit.ly/3xOONvK

Blazer 2: https://bit.ly/3U8n2Ed or https://bit.ly/4aKdEiZ

White Sneakers: https://bit.ly/3VQEZbJ

Phone Pouch: https://bit.ly/3Wea38s

Look 6

White Shirt: https://bit.ly/3hkY0UL or https://bit.ly/3Itr1Jc

Flattered Bag: https://bit.ly/3vWhkPB

Ballet Flats: https://bit.ly/3xAKm7R

Look 7

Leather Jacket: https://bit.ly/3MyGXts

Demi Lune Bag: https://bit.ly/4dibOaH or https://bit.ly/3y6bwn2

Green Croc Sandal (similar): https://bit.ly/3Wgb5Ri

Look 8

Short Coat: https://bit.ly/3uml5Nx

Bag: https://bit.ly/4beUstv

Lug Boots (similar): https://bit.ly/4aSZQTr or https://bit.ly/3UaF62k

Boots 2 (similar): https://bit.ly/3WjxI7E

Look 9

Black Turtleneck: https://bit.ly/4aTDzoi or https://bit.ly/4dipmmt

Bucket Bag: https://bit.ly/3T5VDmf or https://bit.ly/4dippPb

Loafers: https://bit.ly/3uIiFVM

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