I know what you’re thinking – you have to be kidding me with this striped shirt! I just recently snagged it in black and couldn’t wait to start pairing it with some new spring favorites that I recently picked up in all the Friends and Family sales that have been happening right now.
About the shorts… I know it’s kind of hard to tell but the material here is kind of what sold me on a pair of black shorts. I guess I haven’t really been too interested in them in the past because it drives me crazy when anything black that I wash and dry immediately looks faded and old. Instead, this material is more like a comfortable pair of dress pants making them look much more polished and less like a chino. A bit thicker, too, but I think that’s another plus for me because they won’t wrinkle as easily. While they’re a little bit longer with the inseam, I generally offset the longer length with a taller heel to give my legs a little extra length. I think these shorts are going to be great dressed up or down, especially with the 5″ inseam. You could also grab the petite at 4″, which is generally my go-to with ALL my other shorts.
I grabbed these black wedges last summer but I’ll link up a few other options that look similar. I love, LOVE wedges in the summer. They’re comfortable to wear I’m always looking for ways to elongate my legs!
I hope everyone had a great weekend! Happy Spring!
J.Crew : Striped Boatneck Tee (TTS, I wear an XS) | Banana Republic : Shorts, I’m wearing a size 0, regular) They also have a black striped pair. | Tory Burch : Wedge Sandals, try these (sale!), these, these | J.Crew : Necklace | Prada : Tote (I think my style isn’t available any more so this is a preowned option), try this, this, this
I forever love BCBG so I had so much fun looking for pretty pieces to share that are currently on promotion for their spring Friends and Family.
With so many events always popping up in the spring and summer, you’re bound to need something soon, right?!
Which one is your favorite??
Use the code “AFF20OFFS” for 20% off full priced styles.
Floral Strapless Gown | Pleated Maxi Skirt | White Lace Dress | Pink Lace Gown (My favorite!)
White Blouse | Striped Blouse | Floral Blouse
And this is a repost from last week – grab these beauties (JUST the dresses…) on promotion, too!
Pink and Blue 3/4 Sleeve Dress | Floral Midi Dress (Obsessed.) | White Lace Dress
Pink Bracelet | White Basket Bag
Beige Leather Tote, or White | Pink Drop Earrings | Pink Sunglasses
Blush Pink Flats, without laces | Wedge Sandals | Ivory Clutch (I love this bag…)
rosesandrainbootsblog says
I’ve been having a thing for stripes too! Just last week I posted two different outfits involving stripes and have more to come this week. Love this look and that ivory clutch! #swooning! xoxo, Lo
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Maureen says
OMG – I’m OBSESSED with that clutch! I wish I grabbed it during Friends and Family!!! Thanks – stripes fo’life! 😉
riley says
Wash blacks separately, using cold water. Add a product called RETAYNE, which helps fabric retain its color.
riley says
I forgot to say that you’ll also need to add laundry detergent (RETAYNE is not a detergent or soap. It is a separate additive).
Maureen says
I totally forgot about that – excellent reminder!!! Thank you!!! 🙂
Maureen says
I’m so crazy about my laundry – it makes SUCH GOOD SENSE to keep the blacks separate. They are magnets for fuzz and lint! Thanks for the tip!! 🙂
Nicole says
I am LOVING the pink lace Geanna dress!
Maureen says
Ugh – Right?! I’ll take all the lace, please! 🙂