Fitted Tanks Post Baby And The Mum-Tum (With Denim Shorts and Printed Kimono)

I have a lot of fitted tanks in different colours. I liked wearing them while pregnant but haven't been loving them as much lately. Partly because I prefer lifting tops up rather than pulling them down for breastfeeding and it's not easy to do that in something so fitted. Being honest though it's mostly because they cling so much around the tummy area.


After two babies in two years I knew my stomach would never be perfectly flat. I'm still happily rocking my bikini post-baby - despite a visiting obstetrician telling me during my last pregnancy that my stomach would be "ruined" and that I'd never go to the beach or wear a bikini again! I am proud of my belly, however lumpy it is. I love every extra wrinkle and am truly happy with my "tiger stripes".

However, with tight clothing you don't see anything other than a bump. Which I worry looks suspiciously like a baby bump from some angles. Although trivial, the awkward "nope, not pregnant" conversation just felt a little too stressful to handle! I preferred to cover my belly up in clothing and avoid giving anyone the opportunity to notice and comment. While it's easy to hide a belly in photos it's trickier in real life.

Since wearing these outfits I have had someone mistakenly congratulate me on my "pregnancy" and have had to point out that nope, I'm not pregnant, just got a mum-tum! And you know what? It wasn't as horrific an experience as I thought it would be. I just laughed it off and didn't get upset or make the person asking upset. I wasn't even wearing a fitted tank when it happened, ha! It made me realise I was worrying unnecessarily.

What I wore:

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Jacket: Somedays Lovin' Yakuza print kimono
Necklace: Ruby Olive Softies Charlotte teething necklace
Tank: Jeanswest 'Jenni' basic singlet in Hawaii blue
Shorts: Jeanswest printed denim shorts
Shoes: Rebecca Minkoff Georgina studded gladiator sandals in blush (on sale!)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote in plum (on sale in navy!)

Why I wore it:

Wore this to run a few quick errands in the afternoon. I'd planned to go out in the morning but never managed to get organised quickly enough to leave before baby's nap, so an afternoon outing it was.

I really liked the colours in this outfit! I think the blue and purple are lovely together. The multi-coloured necklace tied everything together nicely.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarer, printed kimono, blue fitted tank, printed denim shorts, Rebecca Minkoff Georgina studded sandals, plum purple mini MAB tote bag.

Other ways to wear: printed kimono and purple jeans, blue fitted tank and a baby belly, printed denim shorts and a grey tee, Rebecca Minkoff Georgina studded sandals and maxi skirt, purple mini MAB tote bag and winter layers.

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What I wore:

Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Jacket: Somedays Lovin' Yakuza print kimono
Necklace: Ruby Olive Softies Charlotte teething necklace
Tank: Glassons striped tank in black and white
Shorts: OneTeaspoon Hawks shorts in Fox black (C/O, on sale!)
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan satchel in Harvest Gold (on sale!)

Why I wore it:

Same kimono, different shorts and tank. I wasn't enjoying this outfit as much as the one above. I felt the stripes really accentuated the mum-tum and was feeling a bit self-conscious about it at the time. I also couldn't help thinking that my grey and white striped tank probably would have looked better with the grey kimono.

An okay outfit, but one of those that seem better in theory when you're planning them than they do when you wear them.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarer (above), Somedays Lovin kimono (above), striped tank, OneTeaspoon Hawks shorts, Havaianas, Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan bag.

Other ways to wear: kimono and a maxi skirt, striped tank layered up for winter, OneTeaspoon Hawks shorts worn two ways, Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan bag and chambray dress.



My clothes may fit differently but it's for the most amazing reason, one that I wouldn't change for the world. My body might change further when I've stopped breastfeeding but it might not and I'm perfectly okay with that. I DO have a rounder tummy and I am extremely grateful and amazed to have two beautiful boys as a result. I need to embrace it in every situation, even if it makes people wonder if I'm pregnant. So expect to see me wearing more of these fitted tanks over the remainder of summer. Lumpy post-baby belly and all!

You can hide a baby bump in pictures, you can dress in ways that disguise any leftover baby weight. Or you can keep it real and show it all off in a bikini. Your body, your business. Remember a photo never tells the full story, never compare your behind the scenes to someone else's highlight reel! Don't feel bad about how you look post-baby, every pregnancy and post-pregnancy journey is different.


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Denim Shorts and Button Up Tanks

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I've shown some ways to wear button ups (or button downs or sleeveless shirts or button detail tanks etc) in spring with cardigans and jeans before, but below I've worn them for warmer weather and paired them with denim shorts.

What I wore:

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Kimono: Kmart striped maxi cardigan

Necklace: Nibbly Bits Abacus teething necklace in pop
Tank: Jeanswest Helene sleeveless textured shirt in berry
Shorts: Jeanswest Trinity Bermuda denim shorts (currently on sale, 40% off!)
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote in plum (on sale in navy!)
Nail Polish: OPI Koala Bear-y

Why I wore it:

While I like the colours and the individual pieces of this outfit, I really wasn't too happy with it when I put it all together. The tank is quite long so I should have tucked it in.  I felt it looked a little off with the length of the shorts. Usually I love wearing this top, and I really like the pink with the purple Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB Tote bag.

I had just put this on quickly when I was running late in the morning, if I'd had more time I might have tried the tank tucked in.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarer, striped duster, pink button up tank, denim shorts, Havaianas, Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAB Tote bag.

Other ways to wear: striped duster in winter, pink button up tank and pencil skirt, denim shorts and green tank, purple Mini MAB Tote bag and a neutral outfit.

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What I wore:

Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Necklace: Ruby Olive Softies Charlotte teething necklace
Tank: Jeanswest Florence print long line tank
Shorts: OneTeaspoon Hawks shorts in Fox black (C/O, on sale!)
Shoes: Wittner 'Jasmarie' studded sandals
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote in plum (on sale in pink!)
Nail Polish: OPI Koala Bear-y

Why I wore it:

This was a pre-Christmas rushing around for last minute pressies and a hair cut for toddler T. Simple and easy outfit of a printed top and plain shorts, perfect for a hot day. Unlike the first outfit above, I really liked wearing this combination. I felt much more comfortable.

When I last wore these sandals I was suffering from really bad swollen feet in my third trimester, over 10 months ago. This time around they were much more comfortable as I carried baby around in his Ergo!


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarers (above), printed tank, OneTeaspoon shorts, studded sandals, Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote bag (above).

Other ways to wear: printed tank and leopard print scarf, denim jacket and OneTeaspoon shorts, studded sandals and a maxi dress, Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote bag and skinny jeans.



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Spring Layers: Rebecca Minkoff Micro Regan Yellow Cross Body Bag

Although our recent wave of summer-like temperatures makes this seem so long ago, there were a couple of cooler days in spring that gave me one last chance to enjoy layering again. I picked some light cardigans to wear with my skinny jeans, and accessorised with my mustard yellow Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan bag. It looks so nice with blue!

What I wore:

Jacket: Paper Scissors grey wrap cardigan
Scarf: navy bird print scarf
Tee: thrifted grey oversize tee
Jeans: Jeanswest Bindi skinny 7/8 jeans in indigo luxe
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs black logo plaque ballet flats
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan satchel in Harvest Gold

Why I wore it:

I was glad for a cooler day giving me another chance to wear this lovely scarf. Definitely my favourite over the past autumn/winter, it was perfect for taking off and on through the day as the temperature fluctuated with the rain showers.

Despite really liking this outfit, I had a bit of a sad day. Had a last coffee date with a friend before she flew out of Brisbane. It was wonderful that things aligned for us to have one more catch up before she left, but it was a bittersweet afternoon.


It's the second time I've worn this tee and I'm wearing everything I buy twice in the month I buy it to make sure I'm making sensible purchases. My purchase review:

I'm managing to get lots of use from this tee! For just $3.50 I know I'll get my money's worth from it, despite all of the grey tees I already own...not something I needed but something I'm pleased to have in my wardrobe. I need to focus on adding more basics and this is perfect.


Last worn: grey cardigan, navy bird print scarf, grey tee, prima denim skinny jeans, black ballet flats, Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan.

Other ways to wear: grey cardigan and a maxi skirt, bird print scarf and stripes, grey tee and shorts, prima denim skinny jeans and boucle, black ballet flats and black jeans, Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan and monochrome grey outfit.

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What I wore:

Jacket: Jeanswest brown marle waterfall cardigan

Necklace: Nibbly Bits Wilma teething necklace in pale daffodil
Top: Kmart navy ribbed tank (new purchase)
Jeans: Jeanswest Super Skinny Jeans in Mid Indigo
Shoes:  Marc by Marc Jacobs metallic mouse flats (on sale in black or silver!)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan satchel in Harvest Gold

Why I wore it:

I assumed that the next day would be just as cool, although I skipped the scarf just in case. I ended up being quite warm in this outside at playgroup when the sun came out, probably didn't need the cardigan. Again though I liked being able to wear a cosy layer once more before warmer weather stuck around and the cardigan was nice in the cooler morning and evening.

The yellow accessories went really nicely with the navy tank. I had planned more summery outfits when I bought this, but it was great to layer it up a little for its first wear for something a little different. I know I'll get lots of opportunities in the future to wear it differently as the hot weather is here to stay for spring now.



Last worn: marle cardigan, Jeanswest skinny jeans, gold mouse flats, Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan (above). First time I've worn the navy tank as it is a new purchase.

Other ways to wear: marle cardigan and maxi dress, Jeanswest skinny jeans and blush blazer, gold mouse flats and a wrap dress, Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan and chambray skirt.


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Spring Essentials: Denim and Vans

Spring has to be one of the best seasons for fashion. You get to start shedding the winter layers, find more outfit options in your wardrobe and have the chance to wear all your denim. Unlike summer or winter, both shorts and jeans are perfect as the temperature fluctuates day to day.

I went shopping at Glue Store to add some more basics to my wardrobe for spring. I focused on finding some basic black pieces that would work with everything already in my wardrobe. I'm trying to stay away from blue denim but as a stay at home mum I'm in jeans most of the time so black seemed like a smart choice. I picked up a pair of jeans from Nobody Denim and shorts from OneTeaspoon, both Aussie brands that I'm sure even my readers outside Australia have heard of. I checked out a few options from Cheap Monday, Lee and Articles of Society too but settled on the two here.


You'll notice I'm wearing Vans in these outfits too! My sister is loyal to Vans while I've always stuck with my Converse. I thought I'd try Vans out for a change and picked up an all black pair. They go with everything and are perfect with my new black denim. They are comfortable and practical for running around with a baby and toddler. I'm the same size in Vans and Converse, no further conversion needed so that's good to know if you're considering either brand.

Jacket: Bubblegum denim jacket

Tank: Asos satin singlet in pink
Jeans: Nobody Denim Siren skinny super high-rise jeans in power black denim (C/O)
Shoes: Vans unisex old skool sneakers in black (C/O)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff neon pink mini MAC

This is the kind of outfit that's perfect for cooler spring days - some bright colours and lighter layers with classic black jeans. These skinny jeans from Nobody Denim are incredible. They are quite long on my petite self but I rolled them up a couple of times to get them to the perfect length. Even cuffed, when paired with the black Vans they make my legs look super long! The high waist helps elongate my legs and it's comfortable with my mum-tum as the fabric has the perfect amount of stretch in it. This is my first pair of Nobody Denim but it won't be my last, I'm really impressed with these jeans. They are made locally in Melbourne too.

While the mornings and evenings are cooler a denim jacket is a great topper, and the bright pink tank and bag are nice and colourful for spring.

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Tee: thrifted grey oversize tee
Shorts: OneTeaspoon Hawks shorts in Fox black (C/O)
Shoes: Vans unisex old skool sneakers in black (C/O)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff micro Regan satchel in Harvest Gold

As much as I love skinny jeans, there are some spring days - especially here in Brisbane - where it's too hot to contemplate jeans or even layers. The majority of my denim collection is packed away in warmer weather. A simple denim shorts and tee combo is a great go-to outfit on a hot spring day. And this was a hot one, forecast to be 34 degrees! We spent the day down the coast with my parents.

I added a little colour to my outfit with a bright Rebecca Minkoff bag as well but otherwise kept this to a pretty monochromatic colour scheme in contrast to the outfit above.

The shorts are the OneTeaspoon Hawks. I shared before that I was looking for a new pair of shorts and wanted something in a relaxed fit with a little bit of distressing but not too much. These were perfect. With the raw cuffed hem on these I think they will distress more as I wear and wash them which will be nice. You can see a better pic of the hems on my instagram. They have a high waist also, the feature that I love so much on the Nobody Denim skinny jeans. I stuck with my normal size in these, I was a little unsure which size to go for at first as it's my first pair of OneTeaspoon shorts but the size chart on the site was right, my usual size was the way to go.

Again I wore my Vans. They work just as well with shorts as they do with jeans. These are the "old skool sneakers" and they are such a classic style that as I mentioned above, work wonderfully with denim.



Are you a Vans fan? Do you pair yours with denim or branch out with more outfits?



This post, as always, has been written by me and includes all my own thoughts and opinions and styling. Some clothing was very generously provided by Glue Store.

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Statement Jeans, Prints, Yellow Teething Necklace

While I am trying to move away from a blue denim rut and embrace some other kinds of clothes in my wardrobe, there's no denying that I love jeans as an easy go-to outfit option. I do try step away from the blue by buying and wearing other kinds of jeans as I wear them a lot being a stay at home mum. As well as colourful jeans, I'm happy to have a few statement jeans in my wardrobe.

What I wore:

Necklace: Nibbly Bits Wilma teething necklace in pale daffodil
Top: Dorothy Perkins 3/4 sleeve wrap top
Jeans: Portmans pink leopard print skinny jeans
Shoes: Asos 'five star' leather sandals
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff MAB mini in soft grey

Why I wore it:

The style challenge for the day was 'gratitude' and while I'm grateful for a lot of things, I decided to celebrate the fact that the slightly cooler spring days gave me another change to wear this long sleeved top. While the wrap design happily means it's perfect for breastfeeding, the longer sleeves mean I probably won't get to wear this much more this year as spring draws to a close.

I like blue and pink together almost as much as I like blue and purple so the pink leopard print jeans were a good choice. I've worn them with a blue top before too and I liked the combination just as much then as I do now.

Added the bright teething necklace at the end to help keep baby boy occupied. Spent some time with my mother in law in the afternoon.


Last worn: blue wrap top, pink leopard print jeans, pastel sandals, Rebecca Minkoff MAM bag.

Other ways to wear: blue wrap top and chambray skirt, leopard print jeans and blazer, pastel sandals and a maxi dress, Rebecca Minkoff MAM bag and maternity pencil skirts.

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What I wore:

Necklace: Nibbly Bits Wilma teething necklace in pale daffodil
Tank: Atmos & Here Oregon stripe tank
Jeans: Sass and Bide 'Three Words' metallic gold jeans
Shoes: slim gold Havaianas
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Balenciaga truffle brown RH classic day bag

Why I wore it:

The style challenge for the day was 'because I can' which gave me the perfect excuse to wear these statement metallic skinny jeans on a quiet weekend. While these jeans don't look as bright in the photos as the leopard print ones above, I feel these jeans are really statement making when I wear them. I often have to think a few times before coming up with what to wear with them. I still have a lot of fun wearing them though so they are definitely staying in my wardrobe. Plus I think the likelyhood of finding another pair of metallic jeans to replace them if I change my mind later is pretty low!

Stripes are a great go-to when you're not sure what to wear too, they go with everything! I picked the brown Balenciaga day bag as it's a great neutral and I felt like I hadn't worn it in a while.


Last worn: striped tank, metallic skinny jeans, Havaianas, Balenciaga Autumne day bag.

Other ways to wear: striped tank and maxi skirt, metallic skinny jeans and printed shirt, Balenciaga Autumne day bag and flares.

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Simple Spring Outfit: Grey Tee, Skinny Jeans, Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Mini Bag

If I had to pick just one most versatile item of clothing, it would be a grey tee. Although I don't have the 14 I used to, I still have quite a few in my wardrobe. Far more than anyone reasonably needs... You can't beat a classic skinny jeans and grey top combination though, it's simple spring dressing!

A good grey handbag is another versatile piece that goes with everything. The Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Mini bag I'm wearing and love so much has been discontinued, but I've been able to find a few second hand ones that I have listed below - all under $200! Use the code 'FALLFAVES' for an extra 20% off too! If you're looking elsewhere for one, it can be called a MAM or mini MAB as well.

What I wore:

Necklace: Tiffany diamonds by the yard necklace layered with Tai gold alphabet necklaces
Tee: Spectrum basic v-neck tee in grey marl
Jeans: Jeanswest Super Skinny Jeans in Mid Indigo
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual plus silver charm bracelet
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff MAB mini in soft grey (20% off with code FALLFAVES)

Why I wore it:

I didn't try meet the style challenge for the day I wore this - I picked the simple grey tee and jeans combo to wear to our family photoshoot. At the baby expo a few months ago I entered a competition and actually won a photo session!

When toddler T was 6 months old we used a gift voucher we were given to get some family photos so I was so excited to be able to get updated ones now baby boy is 6 months old. They suggested bringing along a few outfit changes, but with a toddler and an infant and a dog to get photos of, I figured one outfit was enough and we just went casual in denim. I bought the boys little matching tees too and they looked adorable! I'm looking forward to seeing the resulting photos.


Last worn: grey tee, skinny jeans, Havaianas, Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAB.

Other ways to wear: grey tee in the office, skinny jeans and blazer, Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAB and maternity pencil skirt.

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What I wore:

Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Necklace: Nibbly Bits Abacus teething necklace in pop
Tee: Atmos&Here Nile wrap front jersey tee
Jeans: Jeanswest Bindi skinny 7/8 jeans in indigo luxe
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff MAB mini in soft grey (20% off with code FALLFAVES)

Why I wore it:

The style challenge for the day was 'simple', so again I wore a grey and denim combo. Instead of the delicate and sentimental necklaces I wore above, I went for a big teething necklace. It added a nice bit of colour to my outfit, and helped keep baby boy amused! Was a quiet day, spent some time with my mother in law in the afternoon.


If you're looking for more ways to wear the Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAB, see my other video on youtube.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarers, grey wrap top, prima skinny jeans, Havaianas (above), Rebecca Minkoff MAM bag (above).

Other ways to wear: grey wrap top layered up for winter, prima skinny jeans and boots, Rebecca Minkoff MAM bag and a little red dress.


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Striped Maxi Skirts and Silver Mini MAC Bag

While I do wear my maxi skirts year round and find them easy to layer up for winter, they are definitely worn more often in the warmer months. A striped maxi skirt and colourful top is an easy spring outfit.

What I wore:

Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Top: Target embroidered khaki tank
Skirt: Target black and white striped maxi skirt
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff metallic silver mini MAC (on sale in pink!)

Why I wore it:

I liked doing the #TRMStyle instagram style challenge in September so jumped on board with the October one too! The challenge for the day was 'green' so I thought this khaki tank was perfect. I did think about wearing another, more true green top, but I find this one easier to breastfeed in. (I have something on under it so I can lift it up to feed without flashing my belly). The decorative tassels are ideal for keeping baby boy amused too so he can tug on them instead of my hair and I don't need to wear a teething necklace!

The plan was to spend the day at a mother's group meeting however toddler T's cough was getting bad and baby boy was starting to cough too so I figured sitting in a room with other mums and bubs wasn't the best idea. Instead we tried to quickly pop out for some more nappies. Took a little longer than expected so it's probably a good thing we weren't heading to the meeting as well and had more time.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarer, khaki embroidered tank, striped maxi skirt, Havaianas, Rebecca Minkoff metallic mini MAC.

Other ways to wear: khaki embroidered tank and flared jeans, striped maxi skirt and winter layers, Rebecca Minkoff metallic mini MAC and a denim jacket.

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What I wore:

Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Necklace: Nibbly Bits Wilma teething necklace in pale daffodil
Top: thrifted Dotti blue tee
Skirt: AT by Atmos&Here Mars striped maxi skirt
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff metallic silver mini MAC (on sale in red!)

Why I wore it:

The style challenge for the day was 'nailed it'. I was looking forward to finding time to paint my nails and use the challenge as an excuse to do so, but quickly changed my expectations for the day that morning. Toddler T was fully recovered, but I was losing my voice and baby boy was also sick...and teething. Getting the boys and I fed, dressed and out the door was 'nailing it' for the circumstances! Although too sick for playgroup and getting up close with other mums and bubs again, we went out to let toddler T run around a little and burn off some of his extra energy.

I picked this top to wear as it's been a while since I last wore it! Last time I was wearing it to take advantage of the blouson style to hide an early baby bump in the office. I really wasn't happy wearing it this time, I felt it sat oddly over my chest. Given that it had taken me so long to get around to wearing it and I was unhappy when I wore it, I'd usually say it should leave my wardrobe. However I do like wearing when I am not squeezing my breastfeeding chest into it, so I'm going to hold onto it a little longer and see how I feel next time it's worn.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarers (above), blouson tee, navy stripe maxi skirt, Havaianas (above), Rebecca Minkoff metallic mini MAC (above).

Other ways to wear: blouson tee and skinny jeans, navy stripe maxi skirt with green and a baby bump, Rebecca Minkoff metallic mini MAC worn as a clutch.


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Chambray and Stripes: Dress and Maxi Skirt with Rebecca Minkoff Love Bag

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There are some outfit combinations that are so good you just have to repeat them. Chambray and stripes is a classic however you decide to wear it! I wore a chambray dress and striped maxi cardigan one day, and a striped tee and chambray skirt another. Both with my Rebecca Minkoff Love bag.

What I wore:

Jacket: Kmart striped maxi cardigan

Scarf: Marc by Marc Jacobs mauve square scarf
Dress: Jeanswest Rachel Lyocell chambray dress (C/O)
Shoes: RMK Chester black ankle boots (on sale!)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Love cross body bag in grey (on sale in black)

Why I wore it:

At last I get to wear this dress again! I was so excited when I got it last year and I saw it being worn a lot, however the quickly growing baby bump meant it sat unworn in my wardrobe for longer than I'd like. It's been 11 months since I last wore it! I couldn't wear it right away post baby like I wanted as the buttons were impossible to fasten in the first few weeks as we established breastfeeding. Now things are a little more normal, it was so good to wear this again.

I like blue and purple together so this scarf seemed like an easy choice when I wanted an extra layer to put on with the dress and cardigan. Simple outfit to run a few errands.


Last worn: striped duster, purple Marc Jacobs scarf, chambray dress, ankle boots, Rebecca Minkoff Love bag.

Other ways to wear: striped duster and flares, purple scarf with black and grey, chambray dress and purple cardi, ankle boots and printed jeans, Rebecca Minkoff Love bag and a blue kimono.

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What I wore:

Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Scarf: Marc by Marc Jacobs bright blue stole
Tee: Atmos&Here 3/4 sleeve stripe tee in berry white
Skirt: Noisy May long denim maxi skirt (on sale!)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs silver tuxedo flats (on sale!)
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Love cross body bag in grey (on sale in pink)

Why I wore it:

This is my favourite outfit I've ever put together with this maxi skirt. I really liked the way this looked. The cobalt scarf was a bit of an after thought. I wasn't sure what scarf to pick but I'm pleased I went with this one in the end. The outfit came about when I tried to complete two style challenges at once - #springFlingStyleFile and #TRMstyle.

I wanted to wear the striped tee to meet the 'red' style challenge prompt on instagram, and I saw this skirt hanging in my wardrobe and thought the two would look great together. I picked the silver ballet flats to meet the 'sparkle and shine' theme. The only thing I didn't like about this outfit was how the chambray maxi skirt kept getting caught in the breeze. I wore it on a very windy day and it was tricky getting a photo in the morning with it flapping around! Luckily we were inside most of the day, I needed to have a super quick trim to tidy up my hair a little bit and then the in-laws came over in the afternoon.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarer, cobalt scarf, burgundy stripe tee, chambray maxi skirt, silver ballet flats, Rebecca Minkoff Love cross body bag (above).

Other ways to wear: cobalt scarf and graphic tee, burgundy stripe tee and skinny jeans, chambray maxi skirt worn two ways, silver ballet flats and printed jeans, Rebecca Minkoff quilted Love bag and tweed jacket.

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