When summer vacation time rolls around destination poolside is in effect! With that said, finding the perfect poolside gear is pretty important to us girlies! We want to feel confident, fashionable and basically like a sunkissed goddess in whatever we will be wearing, so here I’ll be sharing the look I wore to the Hotel Alessandra for a total vacation luxe poolside ensemble.
I wanted one bold color for this look and went with this fiery orange shade and paired it with black and white. My swimmie, coverup, and dress are all from Boohoo, a UK based company I absolutely love! The collection itself consists of 7 pieces and takes you from dinner to swimming to lounging poolside in ultimate summer style!
To make things easy I have linked all of the pieces you need to create these poolside looks and everything is super affordable! – Which is one of my favorite things about Boohoo! They almost always have a sale and their items are of great quality!
With summer officially here and swimsuit season in full swing, I thought it would be the perfect time to share a swim look with you all! Now in saying that, I would like to add that I have not shared a swimsuit picture before. That is not to say that I am ashamed, but that I understand I am not a size zero, nor am I super toned as most of the fashion bloggers are in their swim shots, so I did have some hesitation in sharing swim looks but with a brand like Femme De La Mer, I had no worries! This swimsuit brand creates ultra flattering, well constructed suits that leave you feeling your ultimate best at the beach, poolside or in my case, a photoshoot.
Their suits are double lined and have seams in all of the right places. The material holds firm and does not dig. I also love the leg hole design as it is created to prevent ride-up! Once I slipped on this suit all of my hesitations, nerves, and insecurities went away! I love how flattering Femme De La Mer suits are on and couldn’t recommend them more! Seriously, not only is the quality amazing but the design and utter confidence you feel when wearing the suit totally make it worth it – which is why I had to share this brand with you guys!
The style suit I am wearing is the Monroe in the print Bora Bora
I am so excited high-waist shorts are becoming more and more available because they are just so comfortable and cute to wear! These in particular are cloth material in a neutral striped pattern. I love the paper bag waist with tie sash and wide leg openings – when shorts fit more relaxed, they look more flattering!
For this fun, sunny day look, I paired these Forever 21 shorts with a vintage button down chambray oxford shirt that was my grandmothers, (similar linked) these super comfortable lace up wedges from Vionic, and my favorite summer bamboo clutch! This look is perfect for weekends and brunch! I just love how light and airy this look is and chambray looks amazing with stripes! For final accessories, I am wearing these lightweight mother-of-pearl style earrings from OSOS and my faux tortoise Quay sunnies!
Summer is right around the corner and nothing beats a crisp white button down look on a beautiful day! This one in particular is giving me all the vibes!! I love the extended layer hem and smart collar detailing! The top provides light stretch so it’s perfectly feminine, and will fit like a glove.
I decided to pair this look with ruffle hem cropped jeans in a classic denim shade of blue. I just love how classic denim looks with white, it makes it pop! For accessories I am wearing wedge espadrilles, these gorgeous turquoise hoop tassel earrings, and carrying my favorite summer bamboo bag!
If you are looking for these accessories, the earrings are from Sugarfix by Baublebar, which is exclusively sold at Target! Best of all, these are only 12.99! The quality is amazing and the weight of the earring is not too heavy which I really appreciate. For the bag I am carrying, this is a dupe for a very expensive bag. I purchased mine from Amazon for just over $40 so if you are interested this bag, but want it at a quarter of the price of the original version, check out Amazon! And the wedge espadrilles are from last year but I still love them and they are perfect for summer so I have linked similar for you to shop!
I am a sucker for clothing with embroidery so when I spotted this piece on the Boohoo website I made no exception and had to get it! The fit is so adorable with the pleated shoulder accents give it a unique touch.
So for this look I wanted to tie in color so that the embroidery would really pop. To do so, I added a bright orange scarf to my hair and wore my current favorite bold earrings from Sugarfix! And to complete the ensemble I paired everything with mywhite ankle boots. These actually ended up an excellent choice for the climate, as we were in New Mexico.
Hair accessories are super “in” right now so I have gone ahead and linked a couple of extra options here for you guys to check out. I really enjoyed wearing the orange bandana. It was such a simple accessory to add to my look but make such a huge impact!
Since I lightened my hair, I catch myself selecting pastel shades of clothing. I seriously don’t think I used to wear pink nearly as much as I do now! So for this look, I am wearing a light pink top I received from Romwe, and a classic pair of white ankle pants from Jessica Simpson.
Now yes, these two pieces are rather plain but what really makes this ensemble special is the accessories! I added a pop of color and print to the look with this layered Charming Charlie necklace (similar) and these fun slip-ons from Indigo Rd! The shoes are a light blue with a wide white bumper sole and a woven pastel toe cap. These accessories complement the pink and white perfectly and really complete the look!
As for details of the top and pants. This Romwe top was under $10 and is extremely lightweight and flowy. It is perfect for warm weather, and looks great with shorts. I really love the subtle sleeve detailing and boat neckline. Now as I have mentioned before, I do not like to wear white bottoms…it stresses me out! But this pair by Jessica Simpson has really changed my mind! I love the fit, style, and the overall fabric of this pair of bottoms! They are perfect for the summer and have become a staple for me. So as I transition to fall I am going to miss this ensemble but had to share it in the meantime! For a comfortable and cute weekend look, this is a no brainer!
As fall starts to roll in, there are certain summer trends that will be transitioning through with me. That is, tiered ruffles and embroidery. I am sure tassel earrings will come along as well, but today I am spotlighting a great clutch and an amazing top!
To start things off, lets chat about this statement top from Shein. I actually purchased it on Amazon and got it in 2 days through Prime! The material of this piece is heavy, making it a bit more dressy and perfect for any occasion. What makes this top so special is the sleeves. The ruffled tier design is so edgy and fun! This is a trend that I was a bit late to jump on, but am really excited about. Wearing a top like this is just so different!
Pairings
With the neckline being rather bare, I decided to pair this beautiful top with a sparkling statement piece from Charming Charlie. This necklace is so beautiful and has such intricate detailing! It really adds a special touch to this top and completes the look!
Since there is a lot going on with the top, I chose dark wash skinny jeans and heels to streamline the look, and balance out all of the details. And to add that cherry on top finish, I added this amazing clutch my Steven by Steve Madden. Seriously, isn’t it fun?! The bright color embroidery is what drew me in, along with the design and the tassel accents! I feel like I am carrying a art piece when I take this bag out. Its just so unique!
So to wrap up this look, I decided to bring together 3 bold pieces, which on their own can make a statement, but all together create a complete look! Since everything is solid and only my clutch has a print it is easy to add multiple statements to one look!
Since it gets pretty hot here in Houston, my summertime wardrobe generally consists of shorts. Because of that, I like to find creative ways to spice up my ensemble with sparkling and fun accessories that maybe wouldn’t normally be paired with shorts. Enter this over the top large and in charge statement necklace from Mirina Collections. I had the opportunity to try out their brand and selected two pieces from their collection. This one is by far my favorite! Pairing such an eye catching piece with shorts, and a solid top really changes the feel of the look.
For added fun and sun protection I paired this look with my current favorite grey faux suede hat, and to coordinate with the texture and shade, I am wearing these on-trend mules by Kensie from Stage. This style of shoe is super comfortable and gives any look a little 90’s throwback.
By adding these accessories to my look an otherwise simple top and classic pair of shorts is transformed into a trendy ensemble that demands attention.
What I’m Wearing
The top I have on is from Romwe. I am actually really pleased with the quality of the piece. The design is well crafted and the fit is on point. This top is only available in one size so I am sure it will fit everyone a little differently, but I do like how it fits!
For bottoms, I am wearing high waisted shorts from Shein. These are currently my favorite pair of shorts! They are super flattering and I can pair them perfectly with my cropped shirts for a modestly trendy look.
My top was only $9.99 and the shorts were just $15.00 so if you are on a summer budget, these pieces are definitely worth ordering as they are transitional and can easily pair with other pieces in your wardrobe!
