What I wore:
Necklace: Ruby Olive Softies Charlotte teething necklace
Top: Caroline Morgan navy embroidered tunic (gifted)
Shorts: Jeanswest Trinity Bermuda denim shorts (currently on sale!)
Shoes: Wittner 'Jasmarie' studded sandals
Bag: Balenciaga Day bag in 2005 magenta (20% off with code 'WINTER')
Nails: OPI Koala Bear-y
Why I wore it:
This was perfect for the first wear. I really like the embroidery, and the navy colour makes my magenta Balenciaga bag really pop. I love wearing this bag with blue.The tunic came with a cute little braided belt which I used to pull it up a bit and make it a little shorter. I was wearing my long shorts underneath but wanted them to be clearly seen as I felt it would look a little odd if people thought I as grocery shopping in just a super short dress! Petite problems, ha! Really liked the look of the tunic belted too. Wasn't completely convinced this was the best necklace to wear with it, but doesn't look too bad in the photos.
Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarer, denim bermuda shorts, studded sandals, Balenciaga magenta Day bag. First time I've worn the tunic.
Other ways to wear: bermuda shorts and slouchy tee, studded sandals and kimono, Balenciaga magenta Day bag and winter layers.
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What I wore:
Hat: Big W bow detail sunhat
Top: Caroline Morgan navy embroidered tunic
Shorts: Jeanswest printed denim shorts
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bag: Balenciaga giant hardware Day bag in 2009 tempete
Nails: OPI Breakfast at Tiffany collection 'I got the mean reds' and 'Sunrise...bedtime'
Why I wore it:
Wore the tunic with denim shorts again for the second time. We decided a few days prior to head down the coast for a pool party. This was a perfect bikini cover up, and I used the belt again to pull the tunic up just a little to show off the shorts underneath. I think I liked the blouson effect in the first photo more, but this didn't stay on long before we were in the pool. Meant I didn't really add any accessories to this, just a nice simple pool party outfit.Again another Balenciaga day bag! It really is my favourite Balenciaga style, and as I wasn't taking a bag poolside I didn't have to worry about it getting wet.
Last worn: sun hat, embroidered tunic (above), printed denim shorts, Havaianas, Balenciaga tempete day bag.
Other ways to wear: sun hat and maxi dress, printed shorts and printed kimono, Balenciaga tempete day bag and skinny jeans.
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Hi! Great tunic! Actually a season to season favorite for me! Thanks for the inspiration! Have a blessed week
ReplyDeleteTiff
http://www.dashoffashandfinance.com
I love embroidered details as well.
ReplyDeleteLinda, Libra, Loca: Beauty, Baby and Backpacking
I really like the cute summer look with the wonderful shirt!
ReplyDeletexx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
www.dressedwithsoul.com
That is the prettiest tunic! I love the embroidery. What a great gift. Fun to see it both ways.
ReplyDeleteAmy Ann
Straight A Style
This is such a nice tunic, Mica; I love the white and navy contrast and the embroidery. I also love it worn both ways, with the blouson effect and without, it creates a different look each time. Thanks for sharing and I hope you're having a great week so far!
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Jalisa
www.thestylecontour.com
Ooh yes! I love that top! The details are amazing
ReplyDeletehttp://www.closet-fashionista.com/
Oooh, I love embroidered tunics and yours is so pretty, plus I can see it working through out all the seasons & with so many different pieces. I'll have to check out your similar versions and nab one for myself. Love, love!! xo
ReplyDelete<a href="http://www.girlandcloset.com”>Girl & Closet</a>
It is such a pretty piece! :) There are so many nice embroidered pieces around!
DeleteI always want to comment on your outfits but then get distracted by the bags, all the wonderfully fantastic bags.
ReplyDeleteI am so jealous of your bag collection! i LOVE the pink one!
ReplyDeleteDarriyan xo
www.darriyancateland.co.uk
Good work on wearing your new item right away! I agree on hiking it up to show the shorts - it would be a really short dress!
ReplyDeleteYep much too short to wear as a dress!
DeleteYou look amazing in this embroidered tunic, Love these Balenciaga bags, especially the purple one.
ReplyDeleteNina
Nina's Style Blog
What a gorgeous tunic! Your mom does have great taste for sure. Bummer that it's not the most practical, but at least you got to enjoy it a few times. I like the printed shorts peeking out underneath it too!
ReplyDeleteI know I'll wear it a ton when I'm no longer breastfeeding too! :)
DeleteThat really is a beautiful tunic. I actually like the way you're wearing it in the second photo better :)
ReplyDeleteI love the embroidery too! And that Balenciaga is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteRaindrops of Sapphire
I love embroidered tunics like this. I have a very similar mauve colored one with 3/4 length sleeves. It's easily one of my favorite tops and I make it work all year long! I love how you styled it in the first photo as the magenta bag really just make the outfit! (: Hope you're having a great week Mica!
ReplyDeleteYes I can see myself wearing this all year round too! :)
DeleteI love the idea of using a belt to make a tunic shorter! I was just about to toss a summery tunic because I wasn't sure how to wear it with shorts, but it's getting pulled from the donate pile now! What a cute look!
ReplyDeleteYay, glad I could inspire you! Hope the belt trick worked! :)
DeleteI love the tunic! I had a tunic dress that I loved, I've given it away now and really regret it!
ReplyDeleteCorinne x
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I love both ways you styled the blouse! It looks very comfortable and lightweight and perfect for summer :) The embroidered details are so pretty!
ReplyDeleteMili | Sharmtoaster
Wow, it looks like a completely different top in the second look! Though I agree with you and prefer the bloused styling.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.iamchiconthecheap.com/
It's funny how a belt can change something so much! :)
DeleteI love the details on the tunic!
ReplyDeleteI love that tunic top!!!!! <3
ReplyDeleteYour embroidered tunic is so pretty! The first look is my favorite!
ReplyDeleteJill
Doused In Pink
This second bag & outfit especially, so gorgeous! Balenciaga bags seem fab, the quality is outstanding and they're also so effortlessly stylish! :) <3 xoxo
ReplyDeleteKay
http://www.shoesandglitter.com/
I do love my Balenciaga bags! :)
Deletehaha, isn't it funny how a long top can be mistaken for a short dress, when the shorts inside are pretty much the same length (but seem more appropriate somehow?) really like how you wore the tunic top in both outfits, the embroidery detailing is so pretty! :)
ReplyDeleteMetallic Paws
haha yes! I think the shorts help with making it safe to bend over in! :)
DeleteLove that gauzy tunic ... such my vibe right now! Have a fun weekend & thanks for linking up!
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Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.com
That tunic is gorgeous. Nice work, mum! I'm looking for something similar. AND it goes gorgeously with the hot pink!
ReplyDeleteMy mum is the best! Hope that you found something similar! :)
DeleteMica, it's a beautiful top! I love embroidery. Looks great with your shorts. It will also go well with jeans & skirts. So many options. What a great gift.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.averysweetblog.com/
It is a great gift! Looking forward to wearing it with jeans when the weather cools! :)
DeleteI love the embroidery on that tunics. Great outfits! Both ways you styled this tunics are so lovely. You look so pretty!
ReplyDeleteYour mom does have fabulous taste...love that tunic!!!
ReplyDeleteLaura
www.blackcoffeebeautiful.com
Thank you all for your comments - my mum got me such a beautiful gift! :)
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