Top-c/o Sammydress | Jeans-Gap (save, splurge) | Sandals-c/o Makemechic (save, splurge) | Clutch-J.Crew c/o thredUP (save, splurge) | Watch-c/o JORD | Necklace-inherited (save, splurge)
Do you like to challenge yourself? I'm not talking about an ultramarathon or anything, but little things throughout the day. Trying something new, challenging yourself, and setting goals and achieving them helps to build confidence. When I do collaborations with a brand, I often take care to choose things I would absolutely pick myself...but sometimes I challenge myself to try a new trend or something I am not comfortable with. This cold shoulder top was one of those items from my recent Sammydress order. I wasn't sure I was going to like it or wear it much, but I challenged myself to try. And after trying it on, I cannot say enough good things! The stripes and eyelet detail are right up my alley. A white cami underneath makes it perfectly modest. I am wearing a large for length, but a medium would have fit me fine, so I would say you only need to size up 1 size. This is one challenge that definitely worked out!
Top-c/o Sammydress | Jeans-Gap (save, splurge) | Sandals-c/o Makemechic (save, splurge) | Clutch-J.Crew c/o thredUP (save, splurge) | Watch-c/o JORD | Necklace-inherited (save, splurge)
Top-c/o Sammydress | Jeans-Gap (save, splurge) | Sandals-c/o Makemechic (save, splurge) | Clutch-J.Crew c/o thredUP (save, splurge) | Watch-c/o JORD | Necklace-inherited (save, splurge)
How do you challenge yourself each day?
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What a beautiful cold shoulder top with eyelet details! I'm also loving those sandals, I keep seeing it in everyone's feed and I need to get one!
ReplyDeletexo Sheree
http://poshclassymom.com
IG: @poshclassymom
Love your sandals!! Thanks for hosting :)
ReplyDeleteLove this top and your sandals, super cute look.
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PinkSole
What a darling top and hello sandal sensational!!! You look fantastic!!
ReplyDeleteLove your sandals!! So cute.
ReplyDelete♡ Kristina
TheKontemporary
So adorable! Great choice in tops. I love the eyelet detail, too. It really makes it a stand-out top. And it is super cute paired with your pom pom sandals.
ReplyDeleteShelbee
www.shelbeeontheedge.com
This outfit is absolutely adorable on you! That top is too cute!
ReplyDeleteLove the stripes and eyelet detail! Such a darling look!
ReplyDeleteJill
Doused In Pink
That is a beautiful top! Perfect for summer, glad you gave the trend a try.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the link up!
Away From The Blue Blog
Super SUPER pretty!
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Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.blogspot.com
Love this entire look! So on trend with the pom pom sandals & cold shoulder top!
ReplyDeleteMarta
www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com
Loooove that top, lady- and the sandals are TOO fun!
ReplyDelete-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
This top is so adorable!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute top!!!
ReplyDeleteJaymie
Those sandals are so cute! What a perfect pairing with the top!
ReplyDeleteShauna
www.lipglossandlace.net
I'm glad you tried it out, because you look amazing!! You need more of these!
ReplyDeleteThis is one of my favorite looks of yours! I love that you picked a top that was a little outside your comfort zone because it looks so great on you!
ReplyDeleteAmy Ann
Straight A Style
Love that top!! You look adorable!'
ReplyDelete-Rose
http://babiesandbluejeans.blogspot.com
This top is so cute on you and yes, a top like that would be a risk for me, too! I really love it though, especially with the white skinnies and those adorable pom pom sandals!!
ReplyDeleteCarrie
curlycraftymom.com
Love the stripes and eyelet detail! This top looks great on you and so cute with your adorable sandals. I like taking a chance on things outside my norm when there is no real risk involved.
ReplyDeleteI think that's the perfect way to go about new things, Laura! Because many times we see a new trend and think "that's not me"---but how can it be if we don't try it? And sometimes just having tried it a couple times makes it more comfortable!!
ReplyDeleteI love the open shoulder shirts myself (I feel like most are appropriately modest) and this one is no exception!!
jodie
www.jtouchofstyle.com
You look so darling! I love the top and obsessed with those shoes!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love that top! The detail is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you tried this trend and top. This is one of my favorite looks on you Laura!
ReplyDeleteRachel xo
www.garaytreasures.com
What a fun top! I think taking a risk paid off here, because that top is fantastic on you. I usually go the safer, more comfortable route when buying clothes (especially if I'm spending a good amount of money) but every once in a while it's fun to try things that are out of my comfort zone!
ReplyDeleteThis outfit is so fun from head to toe, glad you went out of your comfort zone!
ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!
Alice
www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
The top is really fun. And I love the pom pom shoes on you.
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Very cute top! Glad you challenged yourself! And I love your shoes - too cute!
ReplyDeleteAndrea
Andrea’s Wellness Notes
I love that top on you and those white jeans are perfection. Glad you challenged yourself. I finally found a cold shoulder I like and have yet to wear it! I need to get it out of my closet.
ReplyDeleteI have been trying to challenge myself recently in many aspects of my life, but also with my style. Your challenge worked out, this top is amazing!! Love how you styled it, and again, your hair looks fabulous.
ReplyDeletexx, Elise
www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
Such a great outfit! Love the blouse!! :)
ReplyDeleteLove this top! The details and the cold shoulder look great on you. I also love the waves in your hair! Mine will fall flat in an hour of taking pics. I have challenged myself in outfits I dont think I would like, but end up loving!
ReplyDeletejess xx
So pretty-
ReplyDeleteSometimes we just have to give garments a try, we can be surprised.
Maybe I should try one too, then because I have been shying away from them. This one is really cute though!
ReplyDeleteThis top is so adorable!!
ReplyDeleteKristina does the Internets
This is the prettiest cold shoulder top I have seen yet! And I say how pretty your hair looks curled?
ReplyDeleteI'm so in love with your curls, Laura, they look fresh and charming and natural. And I've been seeing cold shoulder tops galore all over the web these days, and, to be honest, they all look rather the same. But yours, it's different and pretty!!! I heart.
ReplyDeleteYou chose a lovely and unique top! It looks so nice with your white pants!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun look! I love those little colorful pom-pom sandals. They work perfectly with the neural tones of your outfit :)
ReplyDeleteErica
http://pumpsandpushups.com/take-these-three-steps-everyday-for-a-better-summer-shape/
This cold shoulder top is too adorable! Looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteSincerely, Jennie
Oooh Claire, I think that's one of the prettiest cold shoulder tops I've seen! Looks gorgeous with the white jeans and the pom pom sandals. What a wonderful summer outfit.
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I just love every thing about this outfit . .. the top to the shoes.
ReplyDeleteLife is just Rosie
That's a steal for such a beautiful dress! And the shoes! I cannot say enough about them!!! Would love if you can link up to http://the-wardrobe-stylist.com/2016/08/07/mens-watches-outfit-personality/
ReplyDeleteYou look gorgeous in this OTS top! It's perfect with the white jeans. Beautiful summer look!
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You always look so pretty! I love that top and the eyelet trim!
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That is the cutest top ever! I love how you paired it with those pom sandals too!
ReplyDeletexx Leah / www.eatpraywearlove.com
Love how you styled that blouse, the cut-outs are so cute! It's definitely hard to go outside the fashion bubble, but this look is great on you! I’d love to have you join my link-up here:
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xo,
Kelly
This is such a great outfit, I think I am going to sammy dress right now to copy your top because I love it!!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day doll,
Johanna,
http://www.dreamscolorsandglitter.blogspot.com
aww, in love with the top
ReplyDeletewww.thefashionfraction.com
Beautiful top !!
ReplyDeleteGirl, those SHOES!! They are not something I would normally be drawn to, but you are rocking the heck out of them! I also love the message in this post. I'm actually documenting my outfits this month to challenge myself to use more of what's in my closet! But I'm overdue for a good "I would never wear that oh what the heck" kind of challenge too.
ReplyDeleteThis outfit is amazing on you! I love your top and pompom sandals!
ReplyDeletewww.dressed2dnines.com
Love LOVE this top!! Looks very pretty on you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful top, and I love the cold shoulder cut. Stepping out of your comfort zone worked, because it looks great on you!!
ReplyDeleteRachael
www.threadsforthomasblog.com
Though the tops and the white pants look great, especially the details, more attract me is your makeup and your smile. The color of the lipstick is stunning, like it.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.stylewe.com
Coveting those sandals! They would have been the finishing touch to a very colorful outfit I wore yesterday. Not sure a grandma can pull them off like you do, though. You are precious. Those white jeans are dyn-o-mite on you!
ReplyDeleteThose SHOES!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI commented earlier so will say
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up with turning heads tuesday
jess xx
www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Whoops, I answered my own question. You DID already style it, and you linked to pretty clearly and I'm just not paying attention. :) It looks even better on you than on the model!
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