I didn’t set out to buy new denim when I went shopping – heck, I don’t LOVE wearing restricting clothes at all (a covid holdover), but I loved some of what I found so much, in a refreshing way – like denim, but dare I say special? Also, if you haven’t checked out the spring basics post, there are shorts and jeans in that post (that are just great staples), but this one is more head to toe denim (with a few matching sets I’m obsessed with). Let’s dig into it.
Blouse (size small) | Long Shorts (size 27) | Belt | Clogs
Hands down my favorite “shirt of the summer” (tied with this one from the Gap – both so good). I’ve worn it so many times since I got it because it’s both casual and stylish (versus a denim button-up that mostly reads as casual). I also love the one I’m wearing in the opener for a more western inspired button-up (that is super affordable). Now the shorts I think are more on trend and stylish than my shorty shorts that I typically wear. I bought them (and modeled them) for those of you who don’t LOVE wearing short shorts, because they are really good. They flare in a good way and that cuff is strong and cool. They aren’t the trendy “bermuda shorts” that were in last year, they are more flattering and yet still long. I added the belt to make it look pulled together (which worked!).
Bandana | Dress (size small) | Sandals
Now, this denim dress is a real affordable winner, clocking in on sale at $29.99. So easy to throw on, dress up, dress down, light weight, cute, flattering, comfortable, not body-con – all the things I like in a spring/summer daytime dress. The sandals I bought last year, and they are the most wearable around town heels that I own (like I wouldn’t go out for an intentional long walk in them, but heels that you can wear all day, out and about, walking for hours and be super comfortable).
Button Up Shirt (size small) | “Denim” Sweatpants (size 27) | Sandals
This is the other button-up that felt worth having (love the little western pockets and so affordable). It’s a bit thicker (less drapey) so good for more structure or to wear as a shacket. But the real reason we are here is to talk about the famous SWEATPANT JEANS!! Yes, these are the Rag & Bone, printed jeans that are actually sweats. My review of them is “darn incredible” because they are obviously incredibly comfortable. They look “real” (even the backpockets are printed). Now, I get why they are expensive ($238) as I’m sure they had to perfect and have the perfect printing ink and technique to look so real, but I ended up returning because I mostly work from home (where I can wear more affordable, comfortable clothes). Plus, if I am to leave the house and want to look cute I’d opt for actual jeans. But for people who have to leave the house daily to look presentable and still want to be super comfortable, these are 9/10 (again, missing a point because so $$$). If you want SUPER soft and comfortable but not seatpants and not $238, I bought and kept these Dean jeans from Madewell, which are not printed, but just somehow soft, a bit drapy and extremely comfortable. Like I would wear them on a plane kind of comfortable (always baffled by people who wear hard pants on a plane, TBH).
Bandana | Gold Necklace | Jumpsuit (size small) | Sneakers
I’ve been wearing this on repeat since I got them – IMHO the easiest to wear denim jumpsuit I’ve owned – not trying to be all hour-glassy and therefore uncomfortable after lunch, but has a slim enough leg that you aren’t just one big box. I like the short sleeves and the tapered leg, and it’s mid-weight so it falls nicely, isn’t too constricting or thick and is just so darn easy to wear. Plus, huge pockets for your phone, etc – I literally throw this on when I want to look stylish but still need to work (i.e. on set, styling, shopping, etc).
Gold Necklace | Top (size extra small) | Skirt (size 4) | Heels
Well this was a surprise – both from H&M and super affordable and so darn cute! Granted I like wearing boxy tops and tiny skirts, so this isn’t for everyone, but this is in my “spring date night” arsenal for sure. The sandals are Korkease (so very comfortable for heels).
Denim Shirt (size extra small) | Long Skirt (size 26) | Boots
I LOVED this outfit – it’s more of a city look for sure, but I’m so excited to have it as a go-to for when I go to New York for meetings where I want to look cool, be comfortable, make a statement, but not stress. It’s oversized but there are so many times where we all just want to look cool but don’t necessarily let people see our bodies, and this checks the box for me. Also, that dark wash is super in (with the silver buttons and contrasting stitching). LOVE THIS LOOK.
Denim Dress (size 4) | Clogs
This last one that I’ve become super obsessed with is this denim dress that looks like a shirt and skirt!!! But it’s a dress!! Finally a non-body-con denim dress that is so flattering. I think a belt would even make this outfit look better. Cute with sneakers or sandals, great with clogs – just a nice “I’m casual, comfortable but still cool” outfit but with just one piece of clothing. HUGE FAN.
*Photos by Kaitlin Green
