Thursday 21 January 2021

Cotton On "The One" Tees and Soft Shorts With Rebecca Minkoff MAB Camera Bag

Last Christmas my mum got me a pink "The One" tee from Cotton On. Since then I've added quite a few more to my wardrobe! I love the range of colours, the fact that they are often on sale, soft, made with 20% recycled cotton and wash and wear well. With working from home and no longer needing to go into an office I'm embracing tees almost every day so these have been good purchases for me! I picked up these two clay coloured ones in the Cotton On sale for boxing day, reduced to $7.99 each. Plus I had a $10 rewards voucher so I ended up getting both together for just $5.98! Bargain! With the summer heat, I wore them for the first time with some cute soft pull-on shorts.


What I wore:

Cotton On The One fitted v tee in washed red clay with black printed shorts and Adidas Superstar Rebecca Minkoff camera bag summer | away from blue

black printed shorts with Rebecca Minkoff MAB Camera Bag in almond | away from the blue

awayfromblue Instagram | Cotton On The One fitted v tee in washed red clay with printed shorts outfit


NecklaceRoie Designs feather, quartz and love charm long necklace
TeeCotton On The One fitted v tee in washed red clay
Shorts: Jeanswest Parker printed shirred short
Shoesthrifted Adidas Superstar sneakers
BagRebecca Minkoff MAB Camera Bag in almond


Why I wore it:

Wore this for a working from home day, a rather stressful first day back after 4 weeks of leave over Christmas and new years. I don't usually dress up for a work from home day, sticking with loungewear or pyjamas but I was also spending time with my mum and sister in the afternoon, since our 3 day lockdown was thankfully lifted at the end of the 3 days! Simple shorts and tee for a busy day full off meetings while trying to get my brain back into work gear and catch up on everything I missed while I was away.

I really like colour of this tee. "Washed red clay" is a good description and it went so nicely with the black printed shorts, another summer staple for me. I wasn't sure the almond colour of the Rebecca Minkoff MAB camera bag would work with this at first, but when I tried it I thought it was a good neutral with the reddish tee. I didn't need to carry much so it was a good bag choice!


Last wornfeather necklace, black printed shorts, Adidas Superstar, Rebecca Minkoff MAB Camera bag. First time I've worn the tee as it was a boxing day sale find.

Other ways to wearblack printed shorts in monochrome outfit, Adidas Superstar and maxi skirt, Rebecca Minkoff MAB Camera bag and floral dress.



What's In My Rebecca Minkoff MAB Camera Bag:






What I wore:

Cotton On The one fitted v tee in eddy stripe white / red terracotta with olive embroidered shorts casual summer outfit | awayfromblue

waxed leather wrap bracelet with Rebecca Minkoff MAB Camera Bag in almond and olive shorts | awayfromtheblue

awayfromblue Instagram | Cotton On The one fitted v tee in eddy stripe white / red terracotta with olive shorts summer mask outfit

Necklace: Kmart gold and navy beaded necklace
TeeCotton On The one fitted v tee in eddy stripe white / red terracotta
Shorts: Jeanswest Tessa olive embroidered shorts
ShoesNew Balance Coast women's running shoe in black 
Bracelets: the usual plus Roie Designs waxed leather cream howlite beaded wrap bracelet
BagRebecca Minkoff MAB Camera Bag in almond


Why I wore it:

I wore this outfit during Brisbane's 3 day lockdown, before the outfit above. While I was mostly at home, we were allowed to leave the house for exercise, so after watching the premier's morning update on restrictions and case numbers I took the chance to be the one to take the kids and Cooper out for a walk along a neighbourhood trail, and give hubby a bit of quiet at home. With the new mask guidelines I did have to wear a mask the entire time I was out the house, which was not the most comfortable thing on a walk on a humid day, but we weren't out long. We saw so many other masked dog walkers trying to get out before the day heated up too much too. Thankfully the boys understood the need to not pat all the dogs and try keep our distance. Cooper of course was too excited to see other dogs, but we have a pretty long leash to let them do their little doggy meet and greet 😂

With the terracotta stripes on this tee I wasn't sure if it would bee too Christmas-y with the olive shorts, but I think the stripes are small enough and on the terracotta side enough that it was a nice pairing together. I may repeat this around December though and make it more festive with more red! As I didn't need to carry much, just my phone and hand sanitiser with me on the walk, this little Rebecca Minkoff MAB camera bag was perfect, and everything was comfortable enough to wear when relaxing with the kids back at home too. Simple and comfortable for a very quiet Sunday at home.


Last wornolive embroidered shorts, navy and gold beaded necklace, New Balance sneakers, Rebecca Minkoff MAB camera bag (above).

Other ways to wearolive embroidered shorts and kimono, Rebecca Minkoff MAB camera bag and maxi dress.
 



How You Can Wear It:

Shorts and tee is the most basic of wardrobe staples. For something a little different you can try adding a print, like I have with the printed shorts in the first outfit or the striped tee in the second outfit. So easy to do but changes up a staple outfit a little.



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53 comments:

  1. These are both great outfits for staying at home or going for a nice walk outside. The shorts look super soft.

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  2. These tees look lovely and I adore those embroidered shorts! Perfect summer looks Mica!

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  3. These are stunning outfits and happy doggie :-D

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  4. I seem to always be looking for t-shirts that fit right and are made from good material/fabric so I clearly need to check these ones out - having a good supply of them seems pretty critical while working from home.

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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    1. Yes I've started wearing tees so much more - good for quiet days at home too as well as the school run! I recommend these :)

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  5. Loved the outfit dear! Thanks for sharing! <3

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  6. Loving both of these shorts! You're making me wish it was warm weather again, haha! Not that we would really go anywhere still, haha...
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  7. I love the colour of that tee on you, Mica! Considering how much you wear tees, it's definitely worth it to buy really good quality ones. Love the bag - I notice you often show them unzipped. Do you carry them that way, or is there a reason you show then open? Just curious. :)

    Glad you were able to get out with the boys and Cooper. We're on a semi-lockdown (no socializing outside your household at all) and lining up a vaccine schedule soon, likely in the next couple of months. I'm about to head out to get groceries, followed by a 7K walk, and I'll be wearing a mask the whole time (over 2.5 hours). I've gotten used to it, but my mask is soaked by the time I get home!

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    1. I rarely if ever zip up my bags. I know I should be more careful and zip them up, but I'm not in a lot of crowded places and when they are crossbody they are worn right next to me so no-one could get in without me noticing anyway!
      I'm impressed you can still exercise in your mask! It's hard work walking with one on!

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  8. I love the print on your shorts in the first photo! Glad your 3-day lockdown is up, and I hope you don't have to go through another one, friend! I am hoping that things will get so much better this year.

    Make Life Marvelous

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    1. Yes I'm hoping we don't have any more this year and things are safer - but whatever it takes to keep our case rate at zero is a good thing!

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  9. Great outfits. Have a tab open for the link to the clay tee. My favorite clay colored tee bit the dust. Need a replacement and really like the way yours fits. That is a darling camera bag. I like the color and the size. And the fun tassel. Your stripes and olive shorts don't read Christmas at all to me. Really cute.

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  10. Hello Mica, I hope you're having a good start of the year!

    I used to have a lot of pieces by Cotton On, but the brand is difficult to find in Europe, but this is the best for basic pieces that can survive in your wardrobe for many seasons!

    I love both options and the best part is that you got them for a reduced price! I bet they are your best allies during spring / summer.

    Oooh and that bag is lovely, you have a great collection!

    Hope you're staying safe, even if we are lockdown is crucial to stay stylish but comfortable, but good to know you're able to take a walk :)

    Pablo
    Hey Fungi

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    1. It's a shame it's hard to find, I agree they do great basics! :) Yes even in strict lockdown we can go for a walk which is nice :) Our lockdown is lifted now.

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  11. Sorry to hear about the 3 day lock down!! We are finally having some numbers going down here in St. Louis after months of the numbers going up! I love your necklace in the first outfit and the color of your top.

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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    1. 3 days isn't much, it was easy to do! Hope that your numbers continue to go own, that's good news! :) Ours is back at zero.

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  12. I love soft t-shirt, and the fact that the company uses recycled cotton is amazing because I love sustainability. I feel you because while I haven't bought these shirts, I have been buying a few more comfortable clothes for being home in. That also seems like such a great deal. I really liked the outfit, I like how the shirt looks classy and worn but new at the same time, which is probably where the name of it came from. It sucks that yall have to wear mask now but at least you weren't out long, because it's so hot in sun when you have to wear a mask.

    love is zero

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    1. yes I'm glad it's back to not needing a mask at all - although I do wear them indoors in shopping centres they are not my favourite outdoors!

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  13. It's really good to know about those Cotton On tees! I haven't tried anything from that brand because I wasn't sure about them. I'm glad you like them so much!

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    1. I may have a mild obsession with them, they keep releasing colours I just "have" to have, ha!

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  14. I love seeing summer through your posts! That clay colored tee shirt is so unusual, and so pretty with dark shorts. I don’t think your second outfit looks too Christmasy. The embroidery on the olive shorts is lovely.

    Michelle
    https://mybijoulifeonline.com

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  15. I love seeing summer through your posts! That clay colored tee shirt is so unusual, and so pretty with dark shorts. I don’t think your second outfit looks too Christmasy. The embroidery on the olive shorts is lovely.

    Michelle
    https://mybijoulifeonline.com

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  16. These are such cute summer outfits! I love the bag so much. These looks have me wishing for warmer weather. We are expecting a snowstorm in my state this weekend! I hope you are having a good week <3

    Jill
    https://jilliancecilia.com/

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  17. Both outfits are so lovely with the camera bag! That same color of the mask is so chic!
    It is so wonderful your mother gave you that beautiful color tee in the first photo!!

    akiko

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  18. You scored a major deal on those Cotton On pieces - I love it when that happens. I haven't tried them myself but I have heard of the brand multiple times. I really like that first outfit - especially the color of the tee!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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  19. Both outfits are beautiful and comfortable. Thanks for sharing.
    Have a good week-end!

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  20. Both outfits are beautiful and comfortable. Thanks for sharing.
    Have a good week-end!

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  21. Washed red clay is a very apt description of that tee's colour indeed, and I think it's absolutely gorgeous! Your first outfit, therefore, is my favourite. Celebrating Christmas in Summer is such an alien concept for me that I'm not really associating your second outfit with Christmas!
    I'm glad to hear you were able to take the boys and Cooper out for a walk. I'm hearing you on the mask wearing though. We only have to wear them in shops, shopping streets and whenever it's busy! Wishing you a great weekend, Mica! xxx

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  22. Hi Mica,
    those shorts looks so comfy! Great to work from home or just for relax! Stay safe!
    xoxo

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  23. You can never go wrong with t-shirt. They go with so much things and work for all season.

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  24. love the tees. Very pretty outfits.

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  25. I love your first outfit! The deep warm color of the tee works so well with dark shorts.

    It sounds like you scored some amazing deals again so congratulations! :)

    Ekaterina | Polar Bear Style

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  26. It is so good to be able to go out for a walk, especially if you have kids. I take mine out once a day too, so they don’t go mad inside the house.

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  27. Wonderful photos! Nice look!  

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  28. Oooh! Love the color of your tee. You can never go wrong with them - pretty cool that it is made from 20% recycled cotton as well. You always get your clothes at a great price. I like that you have a bag for every type of outfit as well. It is great that you can still go out and about! Hopefully the lockdown is lifted by now. We are still in a lockdown... Almost a year in @__@

    Nancy ✨ mdrnminimalists.com

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    1. I hope your lockdown gets lifted soon! Ours was just for the 3 days, it's all back to normal now :)

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  29. I love your first outfit and that bag is really cute. I love crossbody bags. Have a nice weekend Mica.

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  30. It is a cute camera bag, Mica!

    Enjoy your weekend!

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  31. Love the first outfit! It's so cute and perfect for summer x

    Laura
    https://www.beautywithlala.com/

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  32. Both outfits are so cute and comfy:) I'm just gonna leave vicariously though your outfit posts, and I'm pretty much in loungewear most of the time...now even when I go for walks! LOLZ

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  33. I can see why you love those tees Mica. They have such a fabulous neckline that would look great on anyone!!
    That bag is such a good size too...big enough to fit the basics, but not overwhelming.
    XOOX
    Jodie
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  34. A must for comfortable summer wear! Lovely outfits xx

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  35. I sure wish it was warm enough to wear shorts here! You look adorable!

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  36. Well cut and comfortable t-shirts are a basic closet essential so when you find a brand/style that works for you, it definitely makes sense to stock up in different colors. I do that too! Sorry to hear your first day back at work after the holidays was stressful. Hope it has gotten better since.

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    1. Yes it was a shock to the system after a relaxing summer break over Christmas, haha!

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  37. That is such a cute camera bag, and I love the print of your shorts in the first outfit
    Julia x
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  38. These look like great tees! I am always in need of a good cotton tee! Love that striped one.

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  39. Oh my, I would so love to steal your terracotta tee! I don't know why but I'm smitten with the coloring and I can see how soft the tee looks through the screen! In the second look, the olive embroidered shorts totally stole my heart. The embroidered detail is so lovely. Cooper is too cute! I also love how you coordinated your mask with the outfit. Very earthy chic :D Hope you and your family are doing well and keeping safe there. Sending you my warmest wishes <3

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    1. It is a lovely colour - I don't have anything like it in my wardrobe!

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  40. Thanks all for your sweet comments :)

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