If you live in Texas you know that minimal clothing is ideal during the summer. So how does one achieve cuteness without sweating one’s ass off? If you guys haven’t noticed by now I have been living in cutoff shorts and white tops. My Instagram and all of my blog posts are literally all starting to look the same at this point. But hey, when you find something you love wearing buy multiples! That is exactly how I feel about anything white and off-the-shoulder. Not only is it breathable but it doesn’t attract the sun like my normal, go-to black on black on black outfits! Now don’t get me wrong. I am still sporting black athleisure on a daily basis but I really don’t think anyone would enjoy seeing me in the same black leggings, black Nike’s and black tank tops every single day.
Alright, so if you’re a Texan or really anyone in the south for that matter, you are stocking up on summer gear right about now. I’ve been scouring stores for anything that is affordable and 100 degree/hot & humid appropriate. 😂 Seriously though, Texas summers are killer and it’s already getting close to the 90s!
The last time I was at Nordstrom I found this gorgeous white top. I know I’ve said it in previous posts but I’ll say it again. It is so tough to find cute tops that actually have different detailing on them since they’ll end up all looking the same, especially if they’re all white. One thing that drew me to love this top even more was the fact that it is made of seersucker. It has been years since I have loved anything seersucker besides my pants that are now extremely small on me. Funny story… I have been looking for nautical looking outfits to shoot my latest splurge or steal for my column in Austin Woman Magazine and remember I had a classic pair of seersucker pants I got at express years and years ago. Totally thought those babies would fit… Man, was I WAY wrong. I could barely pull those things over the butt I thought was a lot smaller than it actually is. Needless to say, those things ended up in the giveaway pile! Now I’m on the hunt for more seersucker pants!
Anyway, back on track now. I could go on all day about how much has changed with my body in the past 10 years. HA! I have a feeling that would be an extremely awful post so I will save everyone the mindless reading. Now that I’ve expressed my love for seersucker let’s get on with why I will be living in this top over the summer.
1. It’s under $60. 2. Seersucker. 3. Super flattering 4. It works with my long torso! 5. The ruffles aren’t extremely overpowering. 6. Cold shoulder tops are just amazing in general. 7. It’s even got bell-sleeves and a peplum bottom! 8. Any color/type of accessories work well with white.
Hence why I am wearing all neutrals. There’s just something about neutrals with white that makes it feel so summery and relaxing. Am I crazy?? That’s probably why I have been wearing this laser cut, faux leather bag and nude Vince Camuto booties with almost every single look I’ve been posting. Obviously those are must-haves too because they are AFFORDABLE!!
Outfit Details:
Top – Halogen (Under $60!!) // Shorts – American Eagle (40% off!!)
Shoes – Vince Camuto (all sizes restocked!!)
Handbag – Chelsea28 // Earrings – Express (Similar HERE and HERE)
Bracelets – Hanai (Similar HERE, HERE & HERE) // Watch – Daniel Wellington
Sunglasses – Nordstrom (Similar HERE & HERE) // Necklace – BaubleBar
nothing better than a white top & denim cutoffs!! love this look!
xo Megan | pinebarrenbeauty.com
i love the ruffles and the statement earrings!
You can never have enough white tops! I love these ruffles!
Maggie
http://www.polishedclosets.com
This top is perfect on you babe!
Detailed white tops paired with comfy cut-offs are definitely the way to go when it comes to summer clothing. I love the sleeves on this one! So gorgeous!
Stephanie // SheSawStyle.com
i am all about white these days too!
xx,
Stesha
http://www.classicandbubbly.com
OK – Guurrrll! You had me at seersucker! Add in the amazing cold shoulder and ruffle details — #allthehearteyes. I love this top! Need it!
Ashley I LOOOOVE your top! It’s so fab. And your bag! Love!
You seriously have the best tops. I can’t believe it’s already getting int he 90s there – that’s crazy. I need to get more cut-offs for the summer and the more I see these booties on you the I want them.
You look so great in white. These sleeves are amazing!
I LOVE your shorts!!! So glad it’s short season again!’
I’m pretty obsessed with cold shoulder tops this season. Loving this white one on you!
THE PRETTIEST white top though!
That top is so pretty and feminine. Love it for spring and summer!
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com
I love this whole outfit! Perfect for summer in Texas!
I got this top in white and in the black & white! It is SO cute! I love the details!!
omg what a top!!!
Amazing look. Specially love that top. It is perfect for summer. Your earrings are cute too.
Rita | http://www.styleroundtheclock.com
Cute look, perfect for spring!
xx,
Leslie / @hautemommie / http://www.thehautemommie.com
That top is super cute. I love that its under $60!
I am obsessed with that top! I totally agree with you that its really hard to find tops with different detailing!
xoxo, Hannah
http://www.ohwhatasighttosee.com
This white top, those earrings and that bag all have me seriously swooning!!!
http://beyondblessedblog.com/
You can’t go wrong with a fun white top like this! LOVE this look!
I have been buying more and more white tops lately! I love them all!
The sleeves on this top are AMAZING! This is my kind outfit!
OK, I love this cute top! Can’t get enough cold shoulder and ruffles these days!
xo
Katie Ann
http://www.the-holly-tree.com