Floral Fix
A fun floral fix almost makes me as happy as being on the water! We headed to the Texas coast over the weekend and I was definitely looking for a fun outfit for the humid days. We stayed right off the bay and the wind was way more of a factor than I was anticipating but this outfit made up for my crazy hair.
I first fell in love with this print when I saw Chioma post the dress and it was so beautiful on her but I wasn’t sure I could pull it off. I walked into the store a few days later and actually found this top front and center! Off I went to the dressing room and was pleasantly surprised by the fit; not too fitted but not boxy either.
For the past few years I’ve raved about J. Crew and J. Crew Factory shorts (I love the 4.5 and 5″) but just a short month ago I seriously could not fit in any of them. Yikes! I ate my way straight through summer, fall and winter and it was time to get myself under control. I was super excited to find, after 3 weeks of eating right and keeping my workout schedule, my shorts were fitting again! If you are in the market for a pair, these come in so many colors and are under $15 at factory right now!!
Stella and Dot Tote|Leopard Cuff|Renegade Bracelet
I loved my Stella and Dot black and white striped tote (shown here and here) so much and decided to take a chance on this Cay tote in a summer shade. It is a tad smaller and will not be as easy to just wipe down but it is super cute and I carried it all weekend. The Renegade bracelet is also one of my favorite pieces even though my momma told me it looked a little dangerous to wear this weekend.
My Sam Edelman nude sandals have been a favorite for several years but I decided a cognac pair was a must for my closet and picked up these for $12 at Target. I walked thousands of steps in these sandals over the weekend and was super impressed with how comfortable they fit and the fact I had zero rubbing even between the toes.
Are you as crazy about florals and weekends at the coast as I am? Bring on summer!
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Love, love, love, love those sandals! And yes to fitting into summer shorts again!
Thank you Sarita! It gets too hot too fast here to not be able to wear some shorts!!
ADORE this, there’s the sweet top you told me about! Man, you styled it so well! Absolutely adorable!! The color, the comfy Sam Edelman’s, the jewelry…you got it going on for Summer girl!
Thanks Andrea…..I’m super loving this top! Can you believe this is my first OTS….I need to get out and live a little more. Haha.
Love this so much!!! I’m scared to try my shorts on!!!!
Jaymie
Girl…..I seriously was in shock the first time I tried mine on. I still have a ways to go but I definitely feel much better and am happy to have some summer outfits that fit!
Shelly I am so happy for you! After just three weeks and your shorts fit again? You go girl! I love this top I saw it last week at Old Navy but passed because I seriously need to stop buying so many OTS tops! That floral print is gorgeous and perfect with those orange shorts! Have a fabulous Tuesday lookin’ fit and gorgeous!
xoxo,
Kellyann
Can you believe this is my first OTS top Kellyann?? I hesitate to buy them since I cannot wear to work but I seriously think I need just one..maybe two…more. 🙂 This one fit so well and stayed put which I loved.
Woohoo for fitting back into those shorts! That is amazing!!! You look great!
Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts
Thanks Sarah…..I still have more work to do but am feeling so much better already!
So you totally found the best place to take theses photos. I am LOVING that top on you too. I have been looking for something off the shoulders but have yet to find one I love. Hopefully soon.
Isn’t this wall fabulous? I have to find a way to get away from my brick wall more….my little photographer is hard to pull away from school functions. 🙂 This is my first OTS top and I am super happy with it as it has stayed put and doesn’t ride up constantly.
So cute!
Thanks sweets!
love that top and the shorts are the perfect accompanying piece – so colorful and cheery
And they made me feel cheery as well Shaunacey so that’s an added plus!
Great job with the workouts and eating right! You look stunning, but you always do! Love your sense of style and the way you pull it off with such ease! Ps…….leaving for San Antonio tomorrow! can you believe its been 4 weeks since Tay and I were in CStat? I am now down 31 lbs! YAY I am getting closer to my goal although I am not sure I will lose anything this coming vacation. Oh well. Life goes on and I am so pleased with myself!
girl…you have done such a great job! Don’t worry….I’m sure you will get plenty of steps in but try to enjoy all that good mexican food and some margaritas!
Oh I will!!
You are smashing! So glad I found your site😊
ahhh….thank you Jennifer! I’m so glad you stopped by!
Love this look. That top is so colorful!
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Isnt’ it so fun Ruth? I knew it would be a quick favorite!
Shelly, I think we would have a ball shopping together. You look great and congrats on getting back into shorts. That’s such a great feeling!!!
We absolutely would Lisa! Now…if I can just stay focused until they feel completely comfortable. 🙂
I want to be honest… I love this top but feel as if I have too much up top to go strapless for too long.
I think this one is flowy enough that it worked ok….I’m a DD and honestly didn’t even wear a bra this day because I forgot to take a strapless one. 🙂 TMI
That is the cutest off shoulder top. It is so perfect for casual looks like yours here!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Such a pretty floral print, and perfect with the shorts. You look beautiful in this outfit!
Thank you Lana! I felt really good wearing it.
That floral top is so pretty on you and I love those sandals! I need to grab me a pair!
Seriously Mary…I’m totally in love with these sandals!
Love this OTS top on you Shelly! I am such a fan and the bright shorts look awesome. I am in need of spring tops and would love to get a few of these. What a fun fresh outfit!
thanks for linking
jess xx
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I seriously have shorts in too many colors…but in Texas there is no other way to go in the summer. Hope you have a super weekend Jess.
Yes to all the florals! Old Navy has been killing it with the florals lately. Love that they have the same pattern in different things…then you can get what you want in the pattern that you want 🙂 You look fantastic.
Totally agree Sarah! Thanks so much.
J.Crew shorts are my favorite too! Love the brights! Your OTS floral top is so pretty!
Jill
Doused In Pink
I’m just so excited it worked for me Jill….pretty sure it will be on repeat all summer! Hope you have a super weekend.
I love these two colors together! It’s absolutely perfect for the summer! I hope you have fun at the beach in Texas! Thanks for linking up with Jennie and I for Fabulous Friday!
Nina
aworldofdresses.com
That top is so pretty and I love all the jewelry. I too loved Chioma’s dress and want the dress and your blouse in the white background. Just today I was mentioning about Old Navy killing it. Take a peak at my last post.
Beautiful! I love your top and it pairs so well with the bright shorts.
Edwige | http://hypnozglam.com
this is such a cute top! I love the floral pattern and those colors are great for Summer!
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Ohh those shorts totally caught my eye! Loving them with that off-the-shoulder top…perfect weekend look! Thanks for sharing with us at On Mondays We Link-Up, Shelly!
Sarah
Trendy & Tidy
Love the skin on the shoulders and legs-they balance each other symmetrically if that makes sense. Fun colors! LauriePOP Ideas That POP