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How to Style White Sandals

Kelsey K. — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 14:00:18 +0000

Call me old fashioned, but ever since I was a little girl I have associated white shoes with nurses! Remember when they used to wear white head to toe?! Not that there is anything wrong with that career choice, but there is something about white kicks that seems so sterile. Not to mention they have the ability to make your feet look like boats! Fast forward a couple of decades and all of a sudden they’re “cool” and I own not one but two pairs! Here’s how to wear white sandals and look stylish while doing it.

To avoid the clown shoe appearance, always choose a strappy sandal. This is even more important if you’re wearing white shoes with white pants. Showing some skin will break up all of the white and add dimension. Click here to see how I style white tassel hem jeans with this pair of sandals.

If strappy shoes are out of the question, consider styling your white sandals with cropped pants or shorts. Bearing your ankles will also counter the enlarging abilities. As you can see in today’s look, I paired white sandals with ankle length jeans. That is all it takes.

Finally, color is key! Monochromatic looks are beautiful but unless you are bearing a lot of skin, I recommend adding color into the mix. Which look do you prefer? White jeans with a vibrant top, or blue jeans with a multicolored top? I cannot decide but I am certain that you will not find a cuter gingham shirt for $27!

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Age Gracefully in White Jeans

Kelsey K. — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 14:00:28 +0000

As I approach my third decade in life, I find myself avoiding white jeans more frequently. You can see EVERYTHING through them. The dimples (yep I said it) and all the other stuff you prefer NOT to highlight. But just because our bodies change with age doesn’t mean we have to alter our style. Today is my attempt to teach you how to wear white jeans with confidence! Hear me out.

The Cut

If you shy away from white jeans for the reasons above, closely consider the cut. For example, I avoid white skinny jeans like the plague. Instead, I gravitate towards: flare, bootcut, or straight leg jeans. The taper at the knee takes tension off of the thighs, leaving you with a smooth upper half. This tassel hem pair is the perfect hybrid of skinny and straight.

Length of Top

If you’re squeamish at the thought of white pants, the length of your top makes all the difference. Make sure it is long enough to cover your lady parts. I stick with tunics or tops with asymmetrical tail hems. The added back coverage makes me feel more comfortable in my skin (literally and figuratively)! This stunner by Alice and Trixie, for example, provides me moderate front and back coverage. Try something like this and let me know what you think.

Wear it Like You Own it

Finally, take this opportunity to pledge that you’ll never say, “I can’t pull that off” ever again! It literally makes me sad when I get comments from people saying, “I love your outfit but I could never pull that off.” You can pull off anything as long as you do it with confidence! Remember that the next time your shopping for white jeans!

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Top c/o | White Jeans (TTS) | Sandals | Earrings c/o | Bracelet c/o

*Please note the Simone top in “Crochet Red” is not available online, but it is sold at Alice & Trixie authorized retailers around the globe. Click here to find a store near you.

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Two-piece set for the 4th

Kelsey K. — Thu, 30 Jun 2016 14:00:26 +0000

If you follow me on Instagram, than you already caught a glimpse of this two-piece set a few days ago. The vote is in! An overwhelming majority of y’all agreed that I should rock this look for the 4th of July. Whether I wear it Sunday or Monday I have not yet decided, but it will definitely be in the mix. Thanks for the feedback.

Matching coordinates are no different then rompers or jumpsuits. They require little to no effort on your part. There is something so chic about them and you essentially get three outfits in one because you do not have to wear them all together. When styling a crop top and matching bottom, keep things classy by making sure the bottom piece is high-waisted and covers your belly button.

While I dabbled with high heels, and a cape, I ultimately dressed this look down…surprising I know! Instead, I topped this two-piece set with a distressed denim jacket. Similar to your go-to pair of jeans, a denim jacket will match with nearly everything under the sun! I polished off the look with white accents – earrings and sandals. Sale Alert: These flats are on sale for $8 at Payless and also available in black and rose gold. Get ’em while you can!

P.S. I have had a lot of people ask me about the blue on my nails. It is called “Starstruck,” a gel nail color by Perfect Match! Aside from it being festive, I loved it because it has iridescent sparkles mixed in it.

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Last of Lilly Pulitzer and a Side of Pineapple Punch

Kelsey K. — Tue, 28 Apr 2015 14:00:17 +0000

Kimonos are one of my favorite articles of clothing, so when I came across this pineapple printed one, in the Lilly Pulitzer for Target collection, I had to have it! Kimonos are great because they double as a swimsuit coverup and a fun accent piece. There are many ways to style a kimono. Wear it open over your ensemble, or belt it closed over your favorite bodycon dress. Pair it with shorts, pants, or a skirt, flats, wedges, or heels. The opportunities are endless.

In the ensemble below, I styled Lilly’s satin kimono in “Pineapple Punch,” with a high-waisted skirt and crop top. If it wasn’t for the extra coverage provided by the layering piece, I wouldn’t feel comfortable stepping out in a crop top and painted on bandage skirt. Thanks to the kimono, it is a different story and it’s a win win – wear the outfit without feeling self-conscious. Anyway, I chose a white skirt to stick with the color scheme of the kimono, but chose a bright blue top to jazz things up a bit. To tie things together, I went with a bluish-gray and white statement necklace and matching ring. Finally, I polished off the look with a white and gold reptile clutch purse and my white laser cut sandals.

I am already looking forward to wearing this piece over a white bikini during my next beach vacation!

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Kimono| Crop Top | Skirt | Shoes | Necklace and Ring – Ambiance SF 415.923.9796

Kimono | Crop Top | Skirt

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