similar bodysuit, joggers, slippers, wine glasses

Hello 2021! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season despite how different things may have been. I did not set out to take a 2+ week break from blogging, it just kind of happened that way. Now that we’re in the new year I’m planning on getting back to a regular schedule here. I’ve been blogging for almost 9 years now and want to bring back a lot of focus here in the new year.

2020 was kind of a weird year for fashion, but if the last year taught me anything style-wise it’s that a curated wardrobe of basics that I can mix and match is all I want right now. I found some of my absolute favorite basic pieces last year and have built more of a capsule wardrobe around them. This year I will be choosing a few staples each month and sharing multiple ways to style them.

As happy as I am to turn the page and leave 2020 behind, I know nothing is going to change overnight. On New Years Day we woke up to a new year but the same world we’ve been living in the past 10 months. Things will probably get worse before they eventually get better. But one day we will turn the page to a brand new chapter and we’ll appreciate it more because of all of this. Thank you for following me and for all the support. Cheers to 2021!

coatigan, t-shirt, leggings, similar shoes, sunglasses

bow, t-shirt, cardigan, leggings, shoes

If the last four months have taught me anything fashion-wise it’s that a good wardrobe of staples goes a long way. Case in point, this $15 u-neck cotton tank top I bought back in April and can’t stop wearing. I first purchased it in gray but went back for black and white because it’s such a great basic. I’ve worn one of them at least once a week since and have continued to be happy… it’s really soft/great quality for the price. Topshop sizing can run a little small and I sized up to a US 4 for a looser fit and love the way it hangs. This tank always sells out really fast but is back in stock right now – I made sure to order a back up in white (my most worn).

outfit details from the photo above:

tank, shorts, chain necklace, coin necklace

similar hat, tank, bikini top, shorts, chain necklace, coin necklace 

tank, jeans

similar hat, tank, shorts, chain necklace, coin necklace 

Hope you had a good weekend – thank you for reading and following!

I’ve been trying to simplify my closet and stock it full of staples I know I’ll actually wear. Lately that means athleisure, shorts, jeans and basic tops that go with everything. Cotton tanks, tees, cropped shirts, etc. I love a good top that you can wear with everything from bike shorts to jeans – from taking the kids for a neighborhood walk and (someday) run errands or go out to eat. Today I’m sharing a round up of my go-to tops.

I recently discovered this cute take on a one shoulder tee from Free People. I love that it’s a little different from a normal tee or even tank. Comes in a few colors.

This is a longer version of one of my favorite tanks. I love to wear mine tucked into shorts or jeans – it’s tight and almost looks like a bodysuit. I think it looks really chic for $10.

I have this cropped tee in white. It’s a little longer than a typical crop top, which I like. It’s still available in this pretty peach color.

A really cute cut in tank that comes in white and olive green. Great for layering or tucking in.

This v-neck tank is a great basic. It’s cotton and comes in white, gray and black. Perfect for summer.

This might be the perfect tshirt. Fit is great, it comes in a ton of colors and it’s slightly cropped, loose and swingy.

This swing tank comes in really pretty colors if you’re looking for something aside from the basics. They’d all look good with cutoff shorts or jeans.

An under $20 cotton tank. Comes in white, black and camo.

I love this cropped tank with the fun lettuce edges. It comes in off white and a really pretty soft green.

A cute u-neck tank top that comes in several colors and is only $20.

Hope you’re having a good (short) week. Thanks for reading and following!

The perfect time to stock up on wardrobe staples or fun trendy pieces. Sharing all my favorites above and below!

Happy Wednesday – thanks for reading!

If this print looks familiar it’s because I wore the bomber jacket version just a couple weeks back! It’s so light and airy for spring, I couldn’t help but get it in both pieces. This slip dress is so comfortable and easy to dress up or down. I wore it to a brunch a few weeks ago with wedges and a denim jacket but you could also wear it with heels for something fancier. I’ve even belted it for a more fitted look. Love versatile pieces like this.