What I wore:
Necklace: Ruby Olive Art series long striped pod necklace
Dress: Target navy and white striped shift dress with frill sleeves
Shoes: slim navy and pink Havaianas
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff medium unlined tote in black with shellac studded dome hardware
Why I wore it:
This was a fun day! We spent some time with my mum down by the bay. The tide was in so we couldn't walk across to King Island as we have in the past, but it was perfect weather for playing in the sea! We followed up with a lovely ice cream and takeaway for lunch too, before heading home and baking some cookies in the afternoon. Was just a really nice relaxed day!Wore my new-to-me Rebecca Minkoff unlined studded tote I got as a present. It's the best for holding all the water bottles and snacks needed for an outing! I like black and navy together too so I had no issues wearing the black tote with this navy and white striped dress. I did feel the outfit needed a little more colour though so I added this fun bright necklace, such a good accessory.
Last worn: navy striped shift dress, colourful beaded necklace, Havaianas, Rebecca Minkoff unlined tote.
Other ways to wear: navy striped shift dress and sneakers, studded tote and maxi skirt.
Last worn: navy striped shift dress, colourful beaded necklace, Havaianas, Rebecca Minkoff unlined tote.
Other ways to wear: navy striped shift dress and sneakers, studded tote and maxi skirt.
What I Got For Christmas:
What I wore:
Necklace: Eb&Ive turquoise wooden bead multi strand statement necklace
Dress: Cotton On 'Tina' white striped tee dress in Lissy black / Gardenia
Shoes: New Balance Coast women's running shoe in black
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff medium unlined tote in black with shellac studded dome hardware
Why I wore it:
This was a busy day back at the start of January. Took some time out of the summer school holidays to complete all of those last minute essential tasks for back to school time. Took the kids out to get a few more things off the booklist as well as buying new school shoes. A bit of an expensive day! It was a productive day though, crossed everything we needed off our list and treated ourselves to a nice lunch afterwards too.Wanted a really easy outfit as I expected it to be a hectic day at the shops. It was a lot quieter than I expected walking around the shopping centre though. It was of course still busy in the Back to School aisles and in the shoe store though, we weren't the only ones doing school shopping!
This Rebecca Minkoff unlined tote was great for carting around snacks and water bottles along with all the essentials, and I appreciated how light the bag was as I was quickly laden down with even more bags of school necessities! With the black bag, black sneakers and black and white dress I thought this outfit needed a pop of colour so I added this awesome turquoise necklace I thrifted just before Christmas - just $1 at the opshop! Was the perfect finishing piece with this outfit.
Last worn: black and white striped tee dress, New Balance sneakers, Rebecca Minkoff unlined tote (above). First time I've worn the turquoise multi strand necklace as it was a recent purchase.
Other ways to wear: black and white striped tee dress layered for winter, Rebecca Minkoff unlined tote and maxi skirt.
Last worn: black and white striped tee dress, New Balance sneakers, Rebecca Minkoff unlined tote (above). First time I've worn the turquoise multi strand necklace as it was a recent purchase.
Other ways to wear: black and white striped tee dress layered for winter, Rebecca Minkoff unlined tote and maxi skirt.
How You Can Wear It:
A simple striped dress is an easy instant outfit for a hot day. You can always add more colour and interest to your outfit with a statement necklace too.
Weekday Wear Linkup #156
Welcome to the Weekday Wear linkup! A linkup for you to share your weekday outfits - whether that is office wear or stay at home mum wear - if you wore it on a weekday, you can link it up!
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4. Add up to two posts and be sure to visit and comment on as many other posts as possible to get some weekday outfit inspiration!
Optional: tweet the post you linked up with the hashtag #weekdayWearLinkUp so I can retweet!
It's funny but when I saw your first outfit I was sure it was for a day of fun and joy. I love bigger bags for both fun days and busy days, it allows me more comfort as I can suddenly story more stuff inside or simply take something extra without thinking. P.S. the necklace of your first outfit is super cute!
ReplyDeleteIt is a very fun and colourful outfit for such a fun day! And this bag is great for fitting in so many things! :)
DeleteYour RM tote looks like a fabulous bag and very versatile, too! I love both of these cute dresses on you and the pops of color with your bold necklaces. That first necklace is really amazing!
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It really is very versatile, I have been wearing it a lot lately - so good for the school holidays! :)
DeleteYou look great!!
ReplyDeleteHow lovely to spend time with family by the sea in that glorious sun! Have a lovely week Mica xx
ReplyDeleteYes time with family is always the best!
DeleteWhat a fun day with your mom! Both of these dresses are so cute on you!
ReplyDeleteJill - Doused in Pink
I really like your new tote - it's the perfect size. I usually only use a tote when I travel, they are so handy. Black and blue work very well together!
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Yes they are great for carrying so many things, I have been getting a lot of wear from this bag over the school holidays! :)
DeleteGlad you had a good time! Have a great week.
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My type of outfit comfortable and chic looking fabulous doll. Have a bless week.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I still have my striped dress like that (mine was too tight I think). Stripes are so fun and a day by the bay sounds really nice!
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Sorry to hear you don't have your similar dress any more! I find both of these really versatile dresses!
DeleteStriped dresses are always a great choice. I really like both of these with that bag, it has such a great texture too, love that kind of leather
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That first look is especially beautiful. That tote is so stunning. What a gorgeous purse! Also, it sounds like this was such a fantastic and joyful day. I am so glad you were able to make lots of happy memories!
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Yes time with family is always sure to be a good day! :) It's such a great bag, so pleased I got it for Christmas!
DeleteYou look great.. A little envious of your warm weather. We are buried in snow.
ReplyDeleteThe stripe dress gives me the holiday shore vibe. It looks great on you. Beautiful bag and thank you for the link up.
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Two fun outfits, Mica. I'm loving the first one in particular. The multicoloured beads of your necklace look wonderful against the navy of your striped tee dress. And what a fun - and food - filled day you had! I'm longing to be able to spend a Summer's day at the seaside! xxx
ReplyDeleteThis necklace goes with so much and I love it - my bestie picks some amazing presents for me! :)
DeleteOh I really like this shoulder bag
ReplyDeleteI love these striped dresses, Mica, and most impressed by your colourful necklace, especially the turquoise one. It's amazing what a difference a bit of colour can make. Both days sounded so lovely. I am envious of a day at that gorgeous beach!
ReplyDeleteYes that turquoise one was such a lucky opshop find - at just $1! I definitely want to go back to that opshop and hunt for more gems like that! :) Think it's my favourite outfit with this dress, the necklace was the perfect finishing touch!
DeleteGreat time to spend with your family. Loving the comfortable look
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What a great tote! I always gravitate toward larger bags because I tend to carry a ridiculous amount of things around with me and really streamlined, elegant totes are a personal favourite of mine.
ReplyDeleteCourtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines
This is a great tote for carrying everything! it's so light and comfortable to carry! :)
DeleteBoth of these RM totes are so cute and it certainly sounds like you used their roominess to your advantage to carry snacks and drinks. Hope your new week is off to a fabulous start!
ReplyDeleteThanks! They are both the same bag - it's unlined so it's a big floppy and it just compresses down when it's less full so it looks like a differently shaped bag in each pic!
DeleteYou can never go wrong with the classics—stripes and totes work for so many occasions!
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That so nice you got to spend the day with your mum. Have a great week.
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I love your bright necklaces with these striped dresses! Such a fun touch of color!
ReplyDeleteLovely dresses. Spending time with the people you love is always uplifting.
ReplyDeleteAnnie
Annies Food Diary
So true! :)
DeleteI have a striped dress much like your blue one but I like the sleeves on yours so much more- those ruffled sleeves are so cute!
ReplyDeleteIt was the cute ruffle sleeves that sold me on this dress, I really like them! :)
DeleteLove both of your casual striped dresses and beautiful new bag! Your necklaces are just right for adding a touch of fun and color! Have a good week and thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteYes I love accessories to add bright colours, these necklaces are perfect for that!
DeleteI love how the necklaces really add so much to each striped dress Mica,
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Jodie
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A day at the beach sounds glorious. Oh, how I miss summertime. Okay, enough pining. I am a big fan of this bag lady! This is totally a bag that holds everything and looks stylish and cool. Mom bag win!
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It is such a good mum bag, definitely!
DeleteI really like that colorful necklace with the big beads!
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I don't think I've worn stripes since high school. You might have convinced me to try again.
ReplyDeleteStripes are such a basic for me - they go with so much! Glad I could inspire you to consider them again!
DeleteHow great! I love the striped dress. I love a black and white outfit! Have a lovely week!
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They are both such great dresses!
DeleteLos dos outfits muy bonitos, perfectos para el calor y me encantaron los collares de turquesas del segundo look, saludos:D
ReplyDeleteI'm a fan of stripes and your dress is very cute. Have a beautiful day!
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They are both such great dresses!
DeleteBeautiful look! I like your dress :)
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Kisses ;*
They are both such great dresses!
DeleteSounds like such a fun day by the water! I love the stripes, especially that second dress with the brightly colored statement necklace.
ReplyDeleteMiles of smiles,
Grace
gracefulrags.com
Hi
ReplyDeleteAs you know I don't like navy blue, so I like your second look better! And I love black and white stripes! As for your bag, it's great to carry everything a mother needs!!
xoxo
marisasclosetblog.com
I love this kind of dresses for Summer!
ReplyDeleteThat's a fun necklace, love how it goes with the stripey dress!
ReplyDeleteThey both add such great pops of colour to the dresses :)
DeleteI just LOVE a cute striped summer dress! It's a timeless piece!
ReplyDelete-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Lindo y fresco vestido. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteBoth are such great casual outfits, Mica:) That RM bag you got as a present is a great accessory to these dresses as well. And please send us some of the sun down there...please!:D So sick of snow here:P
ReplyDeleteHope the crazy snow melts away for you soon! The bag is such a great gift, I love it! :)
DeleteCute outfit! The colorful necklace shows up nicely against the navy and white striped dress. I like the bit of detailing in the sleeves, and the bag and sandals are perfect accessories.
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www.scribblingboomer.com
Mica, both of those dresses look so good on you! I love them. What a great bag! :D You looked so pretty.
ReplyDeleteThe tote does look like the perfect size to hold all the snacks for a fun day out. I like how you added pops of color with the necklace, too. You sure do know how to accessorize!
ReplyDeleteIt is a perfect bag for a day out - I've gotten so much wear from this bag over the school holidays! :)
DeleteBeautiful striped dresses!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks all for your comments - and for joining the link up!
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