(Sunglasses – I love this option; Madewell Blouse; Urban Outfitters Shorts – similar here; Vintage Patterned Bag – cute alternative here that’s on sale!; Ruche Wedges)So you’ve had your big night out and you’ve relaxed by the pool. But there’s still plenty of Memorial Day weekend left, so now what? You go shopping…
Memorial Day weekend is known for great sales and in the case that you realize you’re missing one of my Top 20 Summer Essentials (see the full list here) I suggest you spend an afternoon searching for some deals. This outfit is also perfect for grabbing lunch with friends, meandering around a museum or any other summer afternoon activity you can dream up. This solid silk blouse (#10 on my list) has the exact type of slouchy, breathability that looks tailored and cool without being fussy. I paired them with these slightly retro high waisted shorts (#11) which could easily be substituted for a skirt – but I happen to love the ease of shorts for walking around town. Then finished it off with comfortable but still cute open toe wedges (#15), sunglasses (#8) and my favorite patterned bag (#2) that has a handy chain strap to keep my hands free for scouring the shops. These are the types of pieces that you’ll reach for again and again over the course of the Summer – imagine the top or the shorts switched out with either piece from yesterday’s post – it all still works. And one more reason why you need these items in your seasonal wardrobe? My trick for fail safe packing whenever I go away for the weekend is to bring a couple of items that could work for say – an afternoon shopping trip – but in a pinch also take me into the office Monday morning. If you miss your flight or oversleep after a fun filled weekend getaway the last thing you need is to have to face your boss wearing flip flops and a sarong.
The different trends and styles are described are great to watch and how the shopping is being given importance looks good.
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