The forecast calls for rising temps, shorter hemlines, and easy-breezy silhouettes to beat the heat in style.
When it's this hot out, you do what you can do stay cool. Slipping into a flowy T-shirt dress is at the top of my list.
I just can't seem to stop layering my necklaces! But for good reason, multiple chains add an effortless, summery vibe. And rose gold is the metal of choice this season - the hue naturally brightens up any look and skin tone.
Switch up your look with pattern mixing! You don't have to go bold or go home. This black & white tribal print headband flows perfectly with my black & white striped dress. Just a small punch of a different pattern immediately spices up your ensemble.
Although black sling-back booties don't necessarily scream summer, the heel cutout is very of-the-moment and I'm digging the edgy vibe these bring to the table. The pointed toe and silver studs add major personality to this simple look.
What makes this T-shirt dress so flattering is A.) The material - a cotton viscose blend - and B.) The subtle high-low hemline. It shows just the right amount of thigh while covering just the right amount of booty.
Dressing in tight, restricting clothing is not going to help you beat the heat. Opt for something that lets you breathe! T-shirt dresses are always my solution to those sweltering days when I can't bear to put on a pair of pants (I know you feel me).
How sweet are these benches? Talk about your perfect spot for some lazy Sunday reading...or people watching - your choice!
Photos by Brooke Faison
[T-shirt dress: Brandy Melville, booties: H&M, headband: American Eagle, chains: Heidi Klum, watch: Fossil, bangles: Alex & Ani]
I'm a big fan of where these photos were taken, in fact, it's probably my favorite spot in Manhattan. The location? The Highline, which is a one-mile New york City linear park. The park was built on an elevated section of the former New York Central Railroad. The spot is super unique and a popular place to relax and see some fantastic views.
The park boasts food stands (including the yummiest ice cream sandwich vendor), a little pool to put your feet in, lots of greenery, suntanning benches like the one you saw me lounging on, and even free wifi. I mean, I could pretty much live up there. Ice cream, flowers, and wifi are all a girl needs in life, am I right?
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You are wonderful simply wearing a stripes dress!
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Love this striped shirt dress Kat! This look definitely has that easy breezy effortless summertime look! I'm with you....when the temps rise...flowy dresses are the way to go:)! Looking beautiful as always darlin!
ReplyDeleteI can't agree more- T-shirt dresses are definitely great for this hot summer weather (although recently it's sort of cooling down here..)! Clothes can easily get sticky, hot, and clingy with the heat. Loove how you spiced up that striped dress with all those accessories! Always so on point, Kathleen! X
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such a lovely dress :)
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The dress is lovely. I'm a fan of stripes, so this dress is just awesome!
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I've been living in t-shirt dresses this summer too! Love hoe you styled yours <3
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Ah what a super chic look and haha no body con garments during a NYC summer! And LOVE the boots!
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Such a beautiful dress! It's perfect with those booties! Amazing location too!
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So pretty!!! I love your striped dress absolutely cool with these original booties!!!!
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I love a goo casual dress! And you're right, the booties add a fun edge.
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I know- the Macaroon bear is the cutest. ^_^
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Your booties are amazing!! Kss. Caye
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ReplyDeleteYou're so beautiful! But I like this look, very comfy yet cute. I NEED those booties in my life lol
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I really wanted to buy the Brandy Melville shirt/dress, I'm actually going to this weekend. I really love this outfit, obviously :)
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That tee shirt dress looks so comfy and it's really cute too!
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Oh Kat, You are so beautiful
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Such an interesting, original outfit you've created, Kathleen. I also love the way you look with that red lipstick on, as good as it gets. Besides, those snapshots turned out so lovely and bright!
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Beautiful outfit! Love this look! I love the Highline , I just did a photoshoot there last weekend it is beautiful!
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Casual look yet look so gorgeous, love it so much, i think im gonna buy stripe dress too and wear it for the weekend! Cute sling back too!
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So stunning.you look amazing.
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Nothing beats a striped shirt dress when it's hot outside! You look amazing and beautiful as always. Love it.
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I really dig the T-shirt dress and the slingback booties. Very nice hairstyle as well. I also like the "arm party" on your wrists.
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Gorgeous look and t-shirt! The H&M booties are amazing.
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Cute and simple. Love it!
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I love how slouchy this is, it's really flattering on you as well!
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Fabulous outfit!! I love the dress!! Knowing that it's from Brandy, I'm sure it's super soft and amazing.
ReplyDeleteThe high line is literally one of my fave spots in the city. I love going to Chelsea and picking up lunch of snack and then just hang out there after. Perfection!
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Love how easy and breezy that t-shirt dress looks on you. It's casual and perfect for the warm weather!
ReplyDeletelove this summery look! love the laid-back effortless aspect to this look :D
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Amazing pairing! I really love dress shirts, they're so chic :) Love those boots, you're rocking them!
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Such a cute outft! - Love it! :))
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These boots are amazing, so fun with that dress!
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I can see why you love to take your photos here so much! Looks so beautiful and ice cream sandwiches! Yes, please! I love your idea of wearing this loose striped t-shirt dress to keep cool this summer! It looks so pretty on you and the mix of patterns with your headband is perfect! Love the rose gold chains, a really nice change or lovely color!
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You are a doll. I adore loose dresses too and ice cream sandwiches yes pleassss. Your shoes is a darling and I want one. Great pictures again dear.
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That bench is so cool LOL. This look is so relaxed and chic. Lovely look and lovely photos!
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Wonderful! Like this effortless chic look, have a nice day Kat!
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Give me that dress! I love it! And I love the Highline too! We went there when me and my girlfriends visited NYC last year :)
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LOVE this tshirt dress on you. Such an easy summer look. You are so pretty!
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You are gorgeous and what an amazing outfit!! Love the dress
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I love those booties! The style and studs are just perfect. I also love how you styled everything with the t shirt dress. You look great!
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