Cara emailed me asking how to style this top from Kohl's:
I bought a shirt that I love, but I'm not too sure how to style it. Long sleeved shirt underneath? What kind of necklace-if any?When I first saw it, I thought it had an athletic/sporty flair to it, which I personally am not a fan of (see my post on sneakers here). But at the same time it looks comfy so I tried to go for a comf and relaxed looks incorporating current trends.
with a long sleeve underneath - I chose stripes to go against the stripes in the cowl neck top. I think a solid color would be too bold for this shirt so I'd go for similar neutral gray tones or pink. White would be good too. I personally wouldn't wear a necklace with it because of the strings. That's just me though. I suppose you could wear a choker-type necklace or even a long pendant necklace.
skinny olive cargos - Here I chose skinny olive cargos with some sportier shoes to go with the athletic/sporty feel of the top. Add a loose white tank underneath for some extra flutter at the bottom!
maxi skirts - Still going with the comf, relaxed look, I chose maxi skirts! I went with graphic tanks, strappy shoes, and perhaps a belt to keep everything in place.
What do you think of my selections?
What tips do you have for Cara for styling this top?
Or bracelets.
ReplyDeleteI love your ideas. I would never have thought of the maxi skirt but great styling.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I really like the skinny cargos and the maxi skirt idea. I'll be playing around in my closet today. :)
ReplyDeletei love cowl necks. its great to see they can be worn all year round
ReplyDeleteI like the tips, olive pants and the maxi skirts are a good idea. Personally, I would probably remove the strings from the top to lose the sportiness drawstring vibe. If I did that, then a dark trouser pant with a chunky bangle may even be cute.
ReplyDeleteI love these kinds of posts where you give tips on how to style certain items!
ReplyDeleteI like the skinny cargos. This is the type of shirt that I'd probably go plain jane on and wear with jeans... I'm not very into athletic look either... but I think it is a step up from a t-shirt, and inbetween shirts like that are always good to have!
ReplyDeleteThat's true.. rings!!!
ReplyDeletethat's a tricky item! If she's going for a "dressed-up sporty look" I would go with ankle length black skinnies and some sleek fashion sneakers like these: http://www.warehousedeals.com/Skechers-Womens-Oh-Snap-SlipOn-Sneaker/M/B00377H14Q.htm?traffic_src=froogle&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=froogle
ReplyDeleteI would pass on the necklace altogether and maybe go for some funky rings. Hope that helps, Cara!
Lidi @ Eclectic Flair
Yep, I think the skinny cargo pants are the perfect way to go. Nice advice, Miss Elaine!
ReplyDeleteleather shorts.. I like that! I was also thinking white jeans but thought it'd be too predictable or casual so I didn't include it. Great minds think alike! except for the leather shorts!
ReplyDeleteI like it with the skinny cargos and maxi too! I'd also pair it back with a leather mini and black tights or leather shorts. I think the casual athletic look of this top is asking for a little leather to make it look a little sophisticated for date night. Of course, white jeans are also an easy go-to.
ReplyDeleteFinley @ Mommy Chic
I this may sound weird but I would dress it up with a black pencil skirt, black skinny belt, red or pink heels, and a blingy cuff bracelet.
ReplyDeleteMy Heart Blogged
Skinny cargo pants? Never njoticed them anywhere before.
ReplyDeleteMy wife loves old musicals, so I spent this afternoon watching a Pat Boone movie--he matured and got the girl. Except fopr the singing it was a great movie. =)
Great advice!!
ReplyDeleteMonique xx
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