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One of the gaps I noticed in my wardrobe when spring arrived was some nice relaxed fit block colour tanks. I was thrilled to find this metallic one at Jeanswest. I had a gift card and it was on sale! It's a very pale green with silver thread running through it, and they have it in brown and gold too. It's on sale again, with 40% off.
Since the festive season is the perfect time to wear something that sparkles I've included a few more sparkly pieces for you to shop below. Ideal for New Year's Eve party outfits!
What I wore:
Sunglasses: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers
Necklace: Nibbly Bits Abacus teething necklace in popSkirt: Izabel London Aztec print maxi skirt (C/O)
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote in plum (on sale in yellow!)
Nail Polish: OPI Koala Bear-y
Why I wore it:
Wore this for a busy morning. We haven't been house hunting much since having Baby Boy, only because it's so much more difficult touring open houses with two little ones. We're really picky with what we want to see. Two possible houses popped up in our searches so we decided to go visit them both, and finish a little more Christmas shopping.Although neither house made us feel like it was the perfect house for us it was nice getting out and looking at houses, it seems to have been a while since we saw any that looked promising. I was happy to wear my new tank too. I added some colour with the accessories as it seemed like a pretty plain outfit otherwise.
Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarer, printed maxi skirt, Havaianas, purple mini MAB tote bag. First time I've worn the top as it's a new purchase.
Other ways to wear: printed maxi skirt in winter, purple mini MAB tote bag and winter layers.
Tops with a little or a lot of sparkle under $50:
What I wore:
Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers
Necklace: Ruby Olive Softies Ava elephant pendant teething necklace
Tank: Jeanswest Maji metallic tank in soft green and silver (currently 40% off!)Shorts: Jeanswest 'Scarlette' printed shorts
Shoes: Rebecca Minkoff Georgina studded gladiator sandals in blush (on sale!)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff metallic silver mini MAC (on sale in gold!)
Nail Polish: OPI Koala Bear-y
Why I wore it:
I liked the plain tank and printed bottom combo above so wore it again the second time I wore this metallic tank top. Although this time with shorts instead of a max skirt. Again I wore this to do a little bit of Christmas shopping! A little bit of sparkle with the metallic thread does seem so festive for December.It's been a year and a half since I last wore these shorts, which is a crazy amount of time. I was pregnant last spring/summer though so that's partly why these shorts were unworn. It was so good to get them out again, a nice change from the usual denim shorts I tend to default to in the warmer months.
As it's the second time I've worn this metallic tank, and I'm reviewing everything I buy after wearing it twice, my purchase review:
I really like this tank, definitely a keeper. The subtle metallic thread and shimmer makes it a great basic piece that I'll be wearing even after the festive season. It fits my wardrobe wishlist need for more basic relaxed fit tanks and I'm really pleased I bought it.
Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarer (above), metallic tank (above), printed shorts, studded sandals, silver mini MAC bag.
Other ways to wear: printed shorts and purple top, studded sandals and denim shorts, metallic silver mini MAC and stripes.
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Your outfits are starting to look really summery! (I write this whilst sitting in 42 degree Perth heat, eww it's hot!)
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Perth is much hotter than Brisbane!
DeleteGreat looks! I'm loving the patterened bottoms with that tank!
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You can say that again. It's the season of sparkles and lights. To be able to wearing a piece in more than one way is a beautiful things. Sweet!
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Glad that you're home for Christmas!
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear you guys are home! <3
ReplyDeleteI totally get the stall in house hunting. I think it's great you know exactly what you want and the perfect house just hasn't come on the market yet. (; We took Pen to see three houses with us, including the one we bought, and she was a nightmare! lol So I sympathize with you!
Oh glad you only had to tour 3 with her, it is so difficult with a little one!
DeleteLove those shorts! Yay for breaking them out again, such a cute print!
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What a lovely bit of sparkle for the season!
ReplyDeleteSo happy to read that your baby is back home !!!
ReplyDeleteThe metallic thread tee is a hit - I like it, specially worn with the silver bag.
I'm sure to wear these metallic pieces together again soon too! :)
DeleteI love the pattern on both the skirt and the shorts! I'd never heard of Jeanswest before reading your blog! (I don't think we have them here?) Glad to hear that you guys are home from the hospital and able to enjoy Christmas! :)
ReplyDeleteI think they are just Australian? But I do go on about them a bit, definitely my favourite store!
DeleteSo glad things are on the up with baby boy :) I hope you have a wonderful Christmas all together.
ReplyDeleteI really like those shorts, I hereby identify nice patterned flowy shorts as a gap in my wardrobe! In the UK I'd hardly wear them, but I think that will all change next year :)
I'd love to get more, they are perfect for the summer heat! :)
DeleteGlad to hear you are all home for christmas! And good luck with the house hunt, I hope the perfect one comes up soon!
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I'm happy to hear you and baby boy are out of the hospital and that you can enjoy Christmas at home. I really like both of these outfits. Wonderful maxi...and the shorts are lovely too...
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness I didn't know that your sweet boy was in the hospital! I'm so sorry to hear that and I'm glad to hear that you're home now. I am sending so many thoughts and prayers your way Mica! How scary. I can't believe you manage to keep up with blogging--you are super mom for sure! Take care friend!
ReplyDeleteOh don't worry Shea, you've had your hands full with a newborn! :)
DeleteI was lucky to have all my scheduled posts so things could go live as per the usual schedule.
I love owning a good little metallic tank! You can style it so many ways. I love the two looks you've done here Mica.
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I'm so glad he is well! I agree the metallic tank was an awesome purchase! It's definitely a season to season cute wardrobe item! I pray you have a blessed Christmas!
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Glad to here you guys are home! Hope life is getting back to normal for you all.
ReplyDeleteYour style is gorgeous! I love the colours and your bag is gorgeous! Happy Christmas x http://www.bauchlefashion.com/2016/12/a-season-of-style.html
ReplyDeleteHouse hunting can be so difficult & taxing, so a comfy outfit is the way to go. Have a great week! :]
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I didn't know your boy was in the hospital! I'm glad to hear everything is okay now though :)) I love that maxi skirt you are wearing in the first photo. It looks really nice, very casual and relaxed and I like the boho feel. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and happy holidays :)
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Love the silver mini Mac bag, and adore the necklace and skirt. Great details and outfit inspiration !
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Glad to know Baby Boy is well at home now.
ReplyDeleteBest of luck with the house hunting. May 2017 bring you guys your dream home!
SSG xxx
Thanks SSG! It would be nice to finally find it! :)
DeleteI hope your little boy is doing well, so sorry to hear he was unwell, Hope you have a great christmas, I love your top, the sparkly thread running through it makes kt extra special.
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I am so pleased to hear that your little boy is better and at home again.
ReplyDeleteI hope that you all have a very Happy Christmas!
You look lovely in both outfits! Also, I can imagine how hard it must be to find the perfect house given that you have two little ones. It is difficult to find one that you like and at the same time will cater to the needs of your babies. You look great anyway. :)
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Yes hopefully we find the perfect family home soon! :)
DeleteI love that printed skirt and those shorts Mica! You wear prints well! Both outfits look great on you. I'm so glad your son is doing better and home. No one wants to be in a hospital during the holidays. Definitely a Christmas blessing. Have you and your husband thought about building a home? That could be another option. If not, something will definitely pop up. At least you know what you want and what you're looking for. Buying a home is a big investment and it's important that you get what you want. I wish you luck :D
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Thanks Kim! We can't find land in the areas we want to build our own place sadly, but we are looking into it! :)
DeleteAnd everyone was trying so hard to get us home for Christmas so we wouldn't have to be in the hospital, it was lovely to see.
You're making me crave a little bit of summer, Dear! Happiest of holidays to you and yours and thanks so much for sharing with Fun Fashion Friday!
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I love this! Hope you had a very merry christmas xx
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Thank you all for your kind words - it was wonderful having baby boy home for his first Christmas and I hope you all had a very merry one too.
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