Double Duty Denim // chambray dress as tunic

Tuesday, July 12, 2016

dress as tunic
When the air conditioner is blasting inside but the sun is beating down outside, a light tunic paired with ankle jeans and peep-toe heels is a comfortable and stylish compromise. Your biggest summer wardrobe challenge = solved. 
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This lovely chambray piece doubles as a dress and a tunic, and you better believe I exhaust its versatility! I'm a huge denim fan so owning a chambray item that's virtually seasonless was like hitting the jackpot. I love experimenting with this dress and wearing it with jeans, jackets, blazers, boots, sandals -- you name it! The possibilities are truly endless with this one. 
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White jeans are another one of those pieces that possess endless styling opportunities. I find myself reaching for this high-waisted skinny pair time and time again - especially in the summer. And worn with chambray, they REALLY shine! Make sure yours hit above the ankle to ensure your fabulous shoes see the light of day. 
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WHAT a sexy and unique shoe, am I right? I just love how these look and I love how I feel when I'm wearing them. The mesh creates an undeniable athleisure tone while the heel height and patent leather toe strap are both very uptown chic. You really can't go wrong with a sleek, sporty pair like this. And even better, once your summer tan is in full swing, taupe is totally the new nude! 
taupe mesh heels
silver bangles
Playing off the fun, sporty chic vibe of my look, this lavender rubber watch is totally practical and durable but ALSO super cute. I love the color, which is surprisingly neutral, and I love how light it is - I almost always forget I'm even wearing it! 
kate spade purple rubber watch
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These black stud earrings are a go-to for me. Even if the rest of my outfit is casual, these always make me look a tad more dressed up and put together. It's crazy how a really great accessory has the power to do that! 
john hardy earrings
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 I was going for a "sunset" effect with my eyeshadow. And while I don't REALLY know what that means or even how to exactly achieve it, I think I did a pretty good job. The end result is unique and a bit dramatic, which is the perfect accent for a relatively simple ensemble like this one. 
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Photos by Dan Harper 
[dress/tunic: Loft (similar here) // jeans: Loft (similar here) // heels: Ann Taylor (I also like this pair) // earrings: John Hardy (similar here) // watch: Kate Spade (similar here) // silver bangles: Alex & Ani // amethyst bangle: David Yurman // heart tag bracelet: Tiffany & Co. // eyeshadow: Urban Decay's Naked palette // lipstick: Clinique's Bare Pop]

This is pretty much a no-fuss, straightforward outfit. It's really the shoes that make this look extra special. But no matter what footwear you chose to wear it with, this ensemble is fool-proof, and it always looks good! The formula is simple (chambray + white denim), but the result is polished and fashion forward - especially if you play with proportions like I did here. It's definitely a street style winner! 
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// SHOP //


9 comments:

  1. You look fabulous sweetie! Love the Kate spade watch!
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  2. Great look its sure refreshing and a timeless.Thanks for the tips.

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  3. nice way paring a shirt dress and a white pant

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  4. Those shoes are awsome!! Great comfy casual look Kat! White jeans are definitely one of my go tos in the summer.

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  5. Hands down, this is definitely one of the coolest outfits I've seen today! I adore the combination you have put together - the white jeans look so good together with the chambray tunic, honestly match made in heaven! <3 Now I surely want a tunic like that myself :)

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  6. Lovely chambray dress! I can foresee so much versatility with this piece!

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  7. Stunning pair together, love that chambray tunic.


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  8. I have always loved denim and white together and the way you styled this is perfect for summer. So gorgeous, And nude shoes are the perfect touch.

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