Let’s Really Talk About Shopping
I’ve worked in the fashion industry for 20 years (yikes I’m old) and I’ve seen trends come and go, and comeback again. The one thing that is a constant are wardrobe staples; yes, the boring pieces like white button-ups. But these are the pieces that are timeless and worth the investment. I’m not an advocate for shopping as a sport. Shopping should be both fun and thoughtful. What do you need, not just for an event or right now, but what can grow with you as your styling changes. That’s right, I said styling and not style. Because it’s your styling details that evolve over time. Most of us don’t have a radical style change where we no longer wear wardrobe staples like my beloved white button down, we just wear it differently.
Because of my love for the basics, I’m a huge fan of accessories. Trending accessories can instantly give your basics new life. So I’ve picked some of my current favorite pieces that I know I can wear now and later; and dare I say it, even next year and the year after.
1/15
Forma of the West Marni Top $88 via THE GARAGE COLLECTIVE
Is it me or is this the perfect white summer top?
2/15
Cleobella Aliyah Dress $217 via RESURRECTION
Sometimes you just need a pretty dress. Am I right?
3/15
Natalie B Jewelry Count Your Lucky Stars $72 via KINDRED
How many layering necklaces is too many? I say you can never have too many and my necklace collection proves it.
4/15
Quay Australia Koska Comeback $55 via STEVIE SISTER
I’m totally in love with these simple sunnies. They’re in my cart right now!
5/15
AG Caden Trouser $178 via JEANNI CHAMPAGNE
Sometime I actually like to get out of my jeans.
6/15
MISA Los Angeles Raya Sheer Blouse $207 via BLUE EYED GIRL
I’m a sucker for timeless piece to add to my wardrobe.
7/15
g2g Single Crystal Choker $85 by g2g DESIGNS
Have I mentioned that I’m a jewelry addict?
8/15
Amuse Society Sunny Shore Button-up Woven Top $64 via THE SHOP LAGUNA
A striped button up is always a good idea.
9/15
Drinks Well with Others $68 via ARLO AND JOY
Just for fun. Oh and it’s true too!
10/15
Striped Midi Dress $58 via HAUTE SHOP
Striped anything and everything is always a good idea.
11/15
Moonlight Makers I Wet my Plants 😉 $14 via IRIS AND POPPY
To all my fellow “Crazy Plant Ladies”….. Need I say more?
12/15
Dolce Vita Grant Slide $100 via LARGO DRIVE
I think we all need a pair of these.
13/15
Knot Sisters Harper Jumpsuit $120 via STYLE SOCIETY
FYI this jumpsuit is fully lined. Thank you Knot Sisters!
14/15
Stateside Linen Classic Shirt $145 via RED FOX
I know it’s basic but I love it!
15/15
Lack of Color Palma Straw Fedora $89 via HUXLEY AND HARPER
Featured Images Source via Lily Montasser
