I think everything looks so much better in the sun light! This look is a favourite of mine, the clothing is so casual and we're all more than likely to have a white shirt or top and some jeans (they don't have to be distressed) in our wardrobes so this is a super easy outfit to recreate yourself. I have styled these jeans in a more casual way before, but by adding a pair of heels and a cutch - and I'm pretty sure the sun helps too - it brings the look to life in my opinion. Let's get onto the details...
If you saw my Tomboy post you'll know that I wasn't so sure on these jeans, mostly because their fit as it's quite unflattering. They're not exactly a mom jean, but they're not skinny jeans either so they sit somewhere in between which I think can be a slightly awkward fit. But nonetheless I hadn't given up on them as I'm not quite sure on whether or not I can pull off the mom jean look (although I am eyeing up an ASOS pair) so I thought these were one step closer. I love the ripped detailing, I feel a bit silly buying jeans that are ripped as it is so easy to do yourself, I've ripped up an old pair I had lying about and didn't find it hard at all, but something about a "professionally ripped" jean just sounds more appealing and probably really silly too haha!
I added a simple white blouse as it's spring so a crisp white is always a good way to go. I don't actually own a proper white shirt. I want to find the perfect one which I can just throw on whenever; dress it up or dress it down for any occasion, but I also don't want it to be too expensive, nice white shirts are like £30+ and it just seems like so much for something so simple. The same goes for kimono's! I'm desperate to get my hands on a kimono but they're so expensive! Between £20 and £50 for a piece of fabric, because let's be honest a kimono isn't going to keep you warm or even make a difference, it just looks pretty. Please let me know in the comments below if you've seen any cheap kimono's.
After that little detour, onto the rest of the outfit. I wore these white Valentino dupe heels which are perfect for spring, I love how white appears to shine in the sun, I think it looks great and somehow more expensive. These shoes were a bargain online - right up my street! I got out my lemon clutch once again - the greatest clutch ever - it's just the perfect way to add some colour, especially in a basic look like this. I opted for these coloured sunglasses because the blue mirrored lens matches my jeans and my clutch so it's all nicely tied together I think. Finally to complete the look, gold bling (is it even acceptable to use the word "bling".. I'm not too sure).
Sunglasses - River Island || Hoop earrings - New Look || Necklace - Bershka || Chunky rings - H&M || Thumb ring - River Island || Bracelets - Black Tied || Watch - GUESS
Photos taken by Maria from Maria Marmite.
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I LOVE your shoes!
ReplyDeleteAren't they great! Such a nice Valentino dupe and they were such a good price, it's a shame I couldn't find them online anymore though :( Hopefully they'll come back in stock for summer! X
DeleteWhat an amazing style Patricia! I love everything in this look! The pants are perfect! I clicked on the heels link but I didn't find them, do you have any idea where else can I get them? :) Thank you!
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Aww, thank you! That was such a lovely message to read! I couldn't find them on there either so I just linked back to the store. Boohoo have a similar pair, but they're wedges and have a more shiny finish but I'll be keeping an eye out and post a link on twitter (I'm @peexo on twitter) if find more alternatives! X
DeleteBoohoo shoes :
http://www.boohoo.com/restofworld/footwear/wedges/icat/wedges/emma-stud-strap-wedges/invt/azz35396
Hey! I don't know if you'll read this (as blogger annoyingly doesn't notify people of a reply) but I found the heels still online! So here is the link! X
DeleteHeels (now updated on my post with a direct link):
http://www.treds.co.uk/product/womens-footwear/sandals/treds/val_1/white+pu/253s
Love this look - I especially like the River Island sunglasses I think they go very well with your outfit!xx
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They're quite a statement piece! I wore them in the winter, as they're perfect ski-type sunglasses and now I can use them again in the summer which is even greater! I love them! X
DeleteThanks! I much prefer them styled in this way :) X
ReplyDeleteI feel like I haven't commented on your posts lately >_<
ReplyDeleteI love this look - perfect for a chic summer city look :)
The sunglasses and purse are amazing together ^_^
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I felt your absence! I'm glad you think so :P X
DeleteI love the look on you. And I think the jeans is great. You really pull off the look. Amazing clutch! Tips on saving money whilst shopping? Are you serious ;-) Lovely blog here. Would you like to follow each other on GFC? Please let me know on my blog so I can follow back. Thank you.
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Haha! I know, I know, it's a hard one, but I want it all! (to be able to shop and not break the bank). Thank you for your lovely comment - I'll take a look now, it's much harder to get numbers up on GFC haha :) X
DeleteHaha! If you find a solution (able to shop and NOT breaking the bank lemme know) thx for the follow followed back #134 Keep in touch hun. xoxo
DeleteHaha, I will do sweetie! X
Deletelove your clutch! perfect thing to jazz up an outfit!
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Totally agree! I love using clutches to add some life into a look! X
DeleteThe jeans are so cool!
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I wasn't so sure about them at the start but now I really do love them styled in this way! X
DeleteI love the detail on the jeans! Super cool
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It's a different way to rock the ripped jeans trend! X
DeleteAbsolutely gorgeous casual outfit! Love the shoes! x
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Thanks! They've been a big hit and I'm not surprised - I mean, they're such beauties <3 X
DeleteOmg you make such a simple outfit look so chic!
ReplyDeleteThink im going to have to buy those mirrored sunglasses! Such a nice outfit xx
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Thank you! They are the bomb - I love how they make the whole look so chic, and the colour is stunning! X
Deletelove your outfit:)
ReplyDeleteHello! Great look is so fresh and simple.
ReplyDeleteLove the shoes ;)
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Thank you lovely! I hope you like my future posts too :) X
Deletesuch a pretty look
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Thank you sweetie! X
DeleteReally lovely look, i love that it's casual but stylish, you look great!
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It's such a simple look just dressed up with a pair of heels and a clutch, so it's super easy to do :) X
DeleteSo much shoe envy right now! And I think the jeans look great :)
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Haha, well they're still available online and such a good price! I think I've converted, and now I like them too haha! X
DeleteI love how your sunglasses, shoes and clutch totally un-simplified the outfit haha
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I always say that a clutch and heels can completely turn around a look haha! I love that it can be that simply to vamp up a look - it's perfect for those busy summer days, a change of shoes and adding a clutch leaves you ready to head out! X
Deletethis is a really chic look! the jeans are perfect and the blouse sits so well on you
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Thank you! So happy with the jeans now, I wasn't so sure on them before and the blouse is such an oldie but it does the job haha! X
DeleteLove the outfit, the shoes and sunglasses especially! :)
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They're probably my two favourite pieces too! X
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