During the summer when it's too hot to think straight, I often look in my closet and think
"I have nothing to wear,
really nothing!" Cristina here from
Fuji Files, and I have a fail-proof outfit formula for those nothing to wear moments, and unlike many of my Get the Look posts, this one's not a trend! Instead, we're presenting a modern classic that has definitely stood the test of time: the white collared shirt and a full skirt.
If you're shopping for a shirt with a relaxed fit like these ladies, I'd recommend checking the men's section. Blogger Karla Deras
(above) is pictured wearing a men's shirt from J.Crew, and she couldn't look more feminine.
I couldn't possibly talk about this look without referencing Carolina
Herrera, who professes to having worn collared white blouses her entire
life. You can rest assured that a white blouse is a sound style investment.
Tucking a loose-fitting blouse into a full skirt will create the illusion of an hourglass figure - a silhouette that will flatter any body type. This is a perfect look for work when worn with pumps,
but I love Ashley Olsen's modern take, styled with flat sandals for
summer!
*images via: 1 karlascloset, 2 thesartorialist, 3 thesartorialist, 4 justjared
I LOVE that idea! I have an oversized mens shirt from Ralph Lauren I sleep in, but buying one for everyday wear would create a fun carefree look.
ReplyDeleteI could not agree more. This is by far one of the best looks that someone can pull off.
ReplyDeleteYou have read my mind today. I was just thinking about how I am bored with my summer clothes. This is a great solution. How can you go wrong with a white collared shirt, it even looks uber sexy with jean cut-offs.
ReplyDeleteLove this - so lady like!
ReplyDeleteI've pinned that image of the three looks - beautifully done!
xoxo
~Natasha Fatah~
~Natasha Fatah~
This is one of my favourite looks - so easy to figure out and wear and also works for work!
ReplyDeletex Olivia
www.theblackpeony.com
Love the shirt... but I am not a that kind of skirt girl and prefer a nice skinny jeans and a french Colbert ;)
ReplyDeleteyes yes yes! classic white dress shirts are pretty much a uniform over here! so chic & timeless.
ReplyDeleteVery classy , elegant, and stylish!
ReplyDeletexo
www.PlumPrettySugar.blogspot.com
I have always loved the classic white blouse and as I get older it definitely is more my style to always have the classics stocked full in my closet. thanks for this.
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That's what I'm wearing right now! :)
ReplyDeleteOh I've forgotten about how much I love this look! I'll have to pull out my white blouses and full, brown floral skirt and sandals for work this week. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteKarla's look is exceptional...so prettily put together.
ReplyDelete-Brad
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Love this look. I will do it. Kisses.
ReplyDeleteSuper cute and polished. I have to wear my white blouses more...and with skirts. Love this.
ReplyDeleteLady like glamour is so timeless. I love how you have added modern twists with the earrings and cute sandals.
ReplyDeleteWhere do you shop to get a really, really, really white shirt?? franki
ReplyDeleteLove love love this look..time to raid my husband's closet..it helps that he's a lawyer ;)) xx meenal
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty look. Thanks for sharing. :-)
ReplyDeleteSwoon... I cannot wait until I am no longer pregnant and can pull off this look. Instead, I have to suffer through August being 9+months pregnant and will have to shelf this look until next year!
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