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Friday, 6 February 2015

Sunny Sightseeing: Sun Hat, Skirt and Shorts. Snake Print Tee

Two outfits with my cute sun hat. With my grandparents visiting and lovely weather, we were out taking advantage of the sun, but trying not to get burnt. The hat was a bargain Big W find a while back, it's really helpful for sun protection. It's made me become more of a hat person too!


Here's what I wore to go to the beach:
Stylish sun hat maxi skirt beach outfit Aussie Blogger
Hat: Big W bow detail sunhat
Necklace: Nibbly Bits Abacus necklace in pop
TankJeanswest 'Jenni' singlet in indigo blue (on sale here!)
SkirtAsos colour block maxi skirt in red (on sale!)
Shoesblack slim Havaianas thongs


The style challenge was 'stand tall heels and colour block'. I can't really wear heels with baby T, they are not the most practical footwear, so I only managed half of this challenge with the colour block maxi skirt. Decided to wear a colourful tank too, to be really colourful for the challenge. I tried on a few and I decided this blue one looked best, what do you think? Nice and comfortable and colourful for a bit of a road trip down to NSW to spend some time at the beach.

I ran out of time in the morning to take my usual picture in the yard, so thanks to my sister for snapping this one for me! Although I've been doing the tourist thing with my grandparents and we've been to lots of beautiful places, I've found it easiest to get my outfit pics in the morning before I go out, rather than worrying all day about where would be a good spot for photos. Leaves me free to take pictures of baby T and his great grandparents while we are out instead. Before baby I would have taken advantage of getting lots of nice new backgrounds to take outfit photos in, but I'm finding it easier to stick with taking photos in the back yard for now.


Last worn: sun hat, blue singlet, colour block maxi skirt, Havaianas.



Here's what I wore to go swimming at South Bank:
Sun hat denim shorts grey printed tee casual beach outfit south bank
Hat: Big W bow detail sunhat
Necklace: Nibbly Bits Wilma necklace in pale daffodil
Tee: Cotton On oversized snake print tee
ShortsJeanswest denim cuff shorts
Shoesblack slim Havaianas thongs
BagLouis Vuitton Damier Ebene 30 speedy bandouliere (with Coach feather bag charm)


Wore this outfit to meetup with my family for a day of swimming at South Bank.  The sleeves were good for covering up my sunburnt shoulders and back after the previous day at the beach! My own fault for not re-applying sunscreen. Baby T is covered head to toe regularly, but I often forget to reapply my own. The hat was helpful for blocking some sun too.

The style challenge was 'bring out the animal in you', so I wanted to wear something with animal print. This tee has been neglected in my wardrobe for a while, it's only been worn four times in the 3 years I've had the blog. I like the loose fit and the print. I don't like how low-cut the arm holes are, meaning I always have to wear a layering singlet underneath. Ideal for having a breastfeeding singlet underneath, not so good for hot days where you don't need to layer!

Despite how much I do like this top, I don't wear it enough and so it's leaving my wardrobe. I definitely have a lot of grey tees, so I'm sure I won't miss this one!


Leaving my wardrobe: Cotton On grey snake print tee












Last worn: sunhat (above) snake print tee, denim shorts, Havaianas (above), Louis Vuitton Speedy B.






Linking up with Fab Favourites, Fashion Item Friday, Casual Friday, Passion for Fashion, Skirtista DiariesHat Day today.



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31 comments:

  1. That sun-hat is divine!!!! Clever stunner. Well done. Stay out of the sun, is my adage. Xxx

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  2. both outfits are so lovely....gorgeous hat. I get it why you don't wear heels, with kids it's really difficult to do so...running after them isn't easy. I don't have kids of my own yet (hopefully I will in a year or two) but I have a big family so I had my fair share of babysitting over the years.

    http://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/

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    1. Yeah, heels are not the most practical option for life with baby! Luckily there are tons of cute flats :)

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  3. I am definitely anti big armholes! Who wants to wear singlet layers on a hot day?!!

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    1. Yes! Wonderful in the cooler weather, not so much in summer!

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  4. Great ensembles, Mica! Thanks for linking with Fashion ITEM Friday! ♥

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  5. that first is a cute outfit for walking around under the sun! love love.

    xo, Carla
    www.carlaviolet.com

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  6. What fun! Loving the maxi skirt/hat pairing


    www.michellespaige.com

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  7. You look gorgeous and I love your hat, so chic! <3

    I have a new outfit post up on the blog, would love to know your thoughts:

    * Electric Sunrise - Fashion and Lifestyle Blog *

    x

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  8. You always look so amazing in grey it's a shame to throw out your top. However I guess if you have a lot of others in your wardrobe then fair do's. I could definitely do with some sun right now. Love the floppy hat and your daffodil necklace.

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    1. I'll throw it into the donation bag, so it will go on to someone else who loves it and raise funds for the animal shelter we adopted Cooper from :)

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  9. Your first look is adorable. I hope the grandparents have been enjoying all the outfits with you guys and Baby T of course!

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  10. How did you remember each time to be able to link back? haha! Mental.

    I love the hat.

    Corinne x
    www.skinnedcartree.com

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    1. haha oh I would never be able to do that! Blogger has a search option, I can search for the last time I wore things to link back :)

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  11. Great outfit! I love that hat!
    Melanie @ meandmr.com

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  12. Awww, goodbye grey top! You wore it so well for its final outfit...
    And yay, becoming a hat person is such fun! It really steps up an outfit a notch, huh? Love this huge one too. It's perfect for sunny days :)

    The Dragonfruit Diaries

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    1. I'll have to think about getting a hat for bad hair days in winter too now! :) You're right it really does add an extra something :)

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  13. I love you in the hat! Hats make outfits and I love both of yours!
    x Kirsty

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  14. So jealous you're experiencing such nice weather. Love the hat! xx Kat

    Love and Ace

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  15. Whaaa... Stop it with that Sun! :) Desperate for some vitamin D! you look cute x

    Tatyana x
    Secret little Stars
    www.secretlittlestars.com

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  16. Beautiful hat.
    http://fabuloustorture.blogspot.com

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  17. I am terrified of snakes, but adore snake prints! You look lovely in both ensembles! T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com

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  18. ahhh!!! that's too cute!!! love the hat mica! :)

    <3 rhea @ rheaetcetera.com

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  19. ah i adore your giant hat! i keep reminding myself i need one in white - had my eye on the lack of colour ones but still haven't gotten round to getting one.. ack. pretty soon i won't be needing one anymore ;p i do love that snakeprint tee, and lovely to see the bals again hehe!

    steph / absolutely-fuzzy.com

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    1. haha yes soon it will be too cold and we will need woolly ones! :)

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  20. Love that hat and maxi skirt!! xo Andrea

    Boho Bunnie

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  21. Sun protection of all forms is key! Snake print is always hard to pair up. I've heard a lot of bloggers say they like taking pictures before starting their day.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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    1. very true, you can never be too careful in the sun! :)

      I think start of day pics are easiest as that's when the outfit looks best, less wrinkles and in my case, less 'additions' from baby, ha!

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  22. Thank you all for your lovely comments :)

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  23. What a great sun hat. I got one for my birthday and absolutely love it.
    In regard to your bags, let me know once you're ready to sell, just in case ;)

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