Hot Fun in the Summertime
I’m one happy kid today! This summertime Chi weather has got me all like (smiley emojis). I think if you are a Chicagoan the weather has a direct effect on your mood that day – right? We all can finally emerge from our dens to and enjoy the heat, sunshine and summer fashion! Eeek! I’ve gone on a shopping spree stocking up on all things summer – live in the moment right? I’m kick off this summer fever with likely my favorite twinset in the game – this vertical striped twinset is perfect and light for any hot summer night. And it’s under $40. You’re welcome. Pair it with a straw boater hat and you look like your half-way to Paris![ezcol_1half][/ezcol_1half] [ezcol_1half_end][/ezcol_1half_end]This weather certainly makes it more enjoyable to spend time outside of your home! We have explored our neighborhood more and have wandered to new restaurants in the neighborhood! AND everything is green! Honestly, I probably sound like and idiot talking right now, but it’s the little thing in Chicago that make us happy. It’s not often plants are living and the sun is shining. Why do I live here? For this time of year only :)[ezcol_1half][/ezcol_1half] [ezcol_1half_end][/ezcol_1half_end]I paired the twinset with some of my favorite summer accessories! You can always get good use out of a straw hat right? This straw boater hat from Nordstrom is a great shading device on those sunny days – I love it’s Parisian flare! Anything that takes me to Paris is two seconds I’m all for!
As I get older, I’m less and less into the big heavy bag. I’m all about minimalism today – in my wardrobe, in my house, in my bag, in my life! This hands free Michael Kors bag is a dream! It holds only what I need which is great! I did have a mini panic attack when we left the restaurant – I thought I left my bag, but there is was, tied around my waist the whole time 🙂 It will take some getting used to thats for sure![ezcol_1half][/ezcol_1half] [ezcol_1half_end][/ezcol_1half_end]Ok can we now talk about this amazing mural? The artist is Lauren Asta whose is amazing at her craft! Check our more of her work here. This wall is actually located next to the train I get on for work every day – it makes me smile every time I walk past it and is such a great reminder that I love my neighborhood. The West Loop is the best Loop my friends – it really is.
Photography by Iron and Honey
Shop the LOOK:
Vertical Stripe Twinset | Straw Boater Hat| Ghillie Sandal | Panel Belt Bag | Rose Balm Dot Com
Love your two piece suit!
Paula- http://www.livingpaula.com
Thanks Paula! Have a fabulous weekend!
Thanks Paula! Its such a great piece for summer!
I love the vertical stripes on this two-piece suit!
Thanks Kathryn! its fashion made easy!
OMG I love this look… especially against the contrast of that wall! Such a fun shoot.
XO Amanda | http://www.glitterandspice.com
Thanks lady! Its such a fun and easy look!
Your co-ord set is fabulous! I love how you styled it.
Thanks Anna! I love a good simple look!
And I just fell in LOVE! You look incredible!
Thanks Kaily! Appreciate it!
LOL! I think I would always be feeling paranoid about forgetting my bag with one like that, but the look is totally cool. The vertical stripe is so gorgeous and modern, but it has a little retro twist that I love. Gorgeous styling – as usual 🙂
xx, Ashleigh ⎢ http://www.fashioninflight.com
Thank you so much Ashleigh! Right? I panicked! I thought I left it behind! Thank you for the note!
Such cute outfit & I love the background. You always find the best places to shoot your outfits and I tell you EVERY single time 😉 Greenery is amazing and I can definitely attest to the beautiful weather although it’s about to boil here soon!
Thanks Ada! I truly appreciate your feedback and it means a lot! I think I just need to move to a warmer climate!
This set is adorable! I’m all about a matching two piece look 🙂
This wall, the striped set, the hat… everything about this look is utter perfection!
xo
Mollie
http://www.astylishsideproject.com
These pictures are STUNNING! Love that outfit and love the backdrop!
xo Ashley
Totally obsessed with this set! The colors, the stripes, love it all! And what an awesome backdrop!
Natalie Keinan
http://www.thefashionhour.com
love a striped pantsuit! it looks so fab on you
Sher
http://www.shershegoes.com
Omg this is stunning! That background is perfection!
XX-Samantha
http://chicserendipityblog.com
Everything about this post is SO FUN!!!