As you all know I picked out a lot of items in the blush pink family, for my Summer capsule items. So among all the bottoms I had these Light Coral Scalloped Shorts and this Light Pink Pleated Chiffon Skirt (already styled here). One of the blouses I included was this Coral/Sky Blue/Perwinkle/Pink "Ashton" Blouse by The Limited (R.I.P.). The Ashton Blouse is very similar to the Portofino Shirts by Express. They mostly came in reversible long sleeves but they also made some sleeveless ones or in my case this Folded-Over Cap Sleeve version which I loved. It is the perfect Breezy Summer Blouse that can be dressed up or down, as you can see by my collage above and in this Remix Mom Wear to Work Wear post. This blouse perfectly matched both the shorts and the skirt.
Just like yesterday's outfit, I went for a monochromatic look, with a Patterned Top and Solid Bottom (bottoms, in this case). When doing a capsule wardrobe it is important to pick items in a few color categories for a smooth and easy mix+match wardrobe. My Mom Wear look paired the shorts with my Beaded Pom-Pom Sandals which pick up all the colors of the blouse. My hair was pulled back in a low ponytail and I had on my Matte Blush Sunnies, a few Colorful Beaded Bracelets and my Blue Fireball Dainty Necklace. These shorts are actually quite dressy because of the fuller, all-lined material, their elegant style and of course the adorable scalloped hem, but I managed to dress them down while still looking very put together for a day off. I cannot wait to re-style these shorts again, however I will probably dress them up next.
Coral/Baby Blue Floral, Cap-Sleeve, Button-Down Chiffon Blouse: The Limited (quite similar w/ reversible sleeves, Huge Steal), (similar in blush, Steal, Love this), (frilly option. Great Deal, my Favorite), (similar).
Coral Scalloped Dressy Shorts: Pumps and Pushups Boutique (similar, Huge Steal), (very similar, on Huge Sale, love these), (skort version, Small Splurge, my Favorite).
Light Baby Pink/Dusty Pink Plastic Framed Oversized Sunglasses: Forever 21 (similar, Huge Steal, love these), (similar, Great Deal), (similar, on Sale, my Favorite), (very similar, Huge Splurge, love these).
Sterling Silver Dainty Chain Necklace w/ Royal Blue Fireball Charm: Jewelry Store in Albania (very similar w/ different teams' logos), (gorgeous option w/ healing stone, Steal, love this), (similar, Splurge, love this), (similar in gold, Huge Splurge, my Favorite).
White, Yellow + Coral w/ Aqua Tassel Stretchy, Plastic Beaded Bracelets (part of a set): Sugarfix by Baublebar via Target (New) (similar w/ tassels, come in several colors, Steal), (similar great options in many colors like mint, neon orange, yellow, turquoise or pale pink, Fantastic Deal, my Favorite), (similar current set by Baublebar, on Sale, love this).
Blue+White Plastic Spiral Bracelet/Ponytail Holder (worn on hair): Target (New).
Ethnic Multi-Colored Strappy Sandals w/ Beads+Pom Poms: Mossimo via Target (identical, Huge Steal + I love them!), (quite similar, Steal), (similar laceup style, Fantastic Deal), (little girls' option, Steal, love these), (thong style, my Favorite).
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Fast-forward two days later and this outfit was worn to work, the blouse paired with the pretty girly skirt this time (though both the skirt and the shorts are girly and feminine). I love how one has the scallop detail and the other has the pleats. I kept the same jewelry and added my Spiral Bracelet (which I had worn as a ponytail holder, with the shorts' look) and I also added some Light Peach Flower Stud Earrings with a tiny pearl in the middle. I kept the look all monochrome and chose all colors in the blush, pink, peach and nude category so I accessorized with a Skinny Light Peach Belt over the Skirt and wore my Nude Faux Suede Block Heel Sandals with the Fun Oversized Buckle. To tell you the truth the belt was just added as an accessory/for style. It didn't really hold up the skirt. But I particularly loved how the second outfit turned out. Which one of these two looks is your favorite, today?!
Coral/Baby Blue Floral, Cap-Sleeve, Button-Down Chiffon Blouse: The Limited (quite similar w/ reversible sleeves, Huge Steal), (similar in blush, Steal, Love this), (frilly option. Great Deal, my Favorite), (similar).
Light Pink Chiffon, Pleated Skirt: Loft (New) (identical, on Sale + I love it!), (similar, Huge Steal), (similar pastel colorblocked option, on Sale, my Favorite), (similar in a very pale pink, Great Deal, love this).
Pale Pink Skinny Belt: Old Navy (New) (very similar, Huge Steal), (very similar in patent leather, on Sale, love this), (similar in blush, woven option, Great Deal, love this), (similar w/ skinny bow, Splurge, my Favorite).
Light Baby Pink/Dusty Pink Plastic Framed Oversized Sunglasses: Forever 21 (similar, Huge Steal, love these), (similar, Great Deal), (similar, on Sale, my Favorite), (very similar, Huge Splurge, love these).
Sterling Silver Dainty Chain Necklace w/ Royal Blue Fireball Charm: Jewelry Store in Albania (very similar w/ different teams' logos), (gorgeous option w/ healing stone, Steal, love this), (similar, Splurge, love this), (similar in gold, Huge Splurge, my Favorite).
Blush Coral Enamel Flower Stud Earrings w/ Mini Pearl in the middle: Forever 21 (similar, Huge Steal, love these), (similar in neon pink, Steal, love these), (similar, Great Deal, my Favorite), (similar in real gold, Splurge).
White, Yellow + Coral w/ Aqua Tassel Stretchy, Plastic Beaded Bracelets (part of a set): Sugarfix by Baublebar via Target (New) (similar w/ tassels, come in several colors, Steal), (similar great options in many colors like mint, neon orange, yellow, turquoise or pale pink, Fantastic Deal, my Favorite), (similar current set by Baublebar, on Sale, love this).
Blue+White Plastic Spiral Bracelet/Ponytail Holder (worn on hair): Target (New).
Nude/Beige Faux Suede Sandals w/ Short Block Heels + Fun Buckles: Who What Wear via Target (identical, Steal + I love them!), (similar, Huge Steal), (similar w/ tall heels, Great Deal), (similar in pastel peach, Small Splurge, my Favorite).
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