left:
Top: Chicwish Crochet Lace Top – XS/S
worn with this camisole in ivory – on #nsale
Bottom: Zara High-Waist Trouser Culottes – XS (similar culottes, love these!)
Shoes: Sam Edelman ‘Yaro’ in hot pink – TTS (more sizes)
Earrings: BaubleBar ‘Catalina’ Tassels
Bag: Tory Burch Swingpack (similar – both on #nsale)
Tory Burch Pom Pom Key Fob
Watch: Apple Series 2 38mm
right:
Top: Romwe Jungle Print w/ Shirring – S (similar)
Bottom: Zara High-Waist Trouser Culottes – XS (similar culottes, love these!)
Shoes: Sam Edelman ‘Yaro’ in hot pink – TTS (more sizes)
Earrings: BaubleBar ‘Crispin’ Drops (similar – only $10!, similar)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff ‘Love’ Crossbody
Watch: Apple Series 2 38mm
Hello! We had a new Zara store open up and I have to admit that I’ve been shopping there way too much lately! I picked up these white culottes a couple weeks ago and am seriously so in love with the wide-leg culotte style! They’re lightweight and breezy (perfect for the 100-degree temps we’ve been having lately!), great for work and weekends, and make such an elegant statement in outfits! While I think these are actually still a little long on me (I think the ideal length is about 1″ above the ankle), I’ve been pleasantly surprised at how high-waisted culottes can really create a leg-lengthening look that can be perfect for petites looking to create the illusion of a bit more height. I’m sharing two looks I wore this weekend with these white culottes (and I have no doubt they will be on heavy repeat for the next few months!).
Top: Romwe Jungle Print w/ Shirring – S (similar)
Bottom: Zara High-Waist Trouser Culottes – XS (similar culottes, love these!)
Shoes: Sam Edelman ‘Yaro’ in hot pink – TTS (more sizes)
Earrings: BaubleBar ‘Crispin’ Drops (similar – only $10!, similar)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff ‘Love’ Crossbody
Watch: Apple Series 2 38mm
To balance out proportions, I recommend pairing wide-leg culottes with slim-fitting tops. And given that these are high-waisted, even tops that run more cropped would pair perfectly here! This top has been on major repeat (worn previously here and here) and I love that it looks great worn both on-shoulder (for more conservative environments) and off-shoulder (for when you don’t mind showing a little more!). The fabric is super lightweight without being see-through and the smocked shirring with tie makes it such a pretty feminine piece.
Top: Chicwish Crochet Lace Top – XS/S
worn with this camisole in ivory – on #nsale!
Bottom: Zara High-Waist Trouser Culottes – XS (similar culottes, love these!)
Shoes: Sam Edelman ‘Yaro’ in hot pink – TTS (more sizes)
Earrings: BaubleBar ‘Catalina’ Tassels
Bag: Tory Burch Swingpack (similar – both on #nsale)
Tory Burch Pom Pom Key Fob
Watch: Apple Series 2 38mm
I’m all about the white-out looks for summer! I love the crochet lace cutout of this top and while it does run on the shorter side, it’s great for pairing with bottoms that sit higher on your waist. It is see through so I would recommend pairing it with a camisole underneath (these are my favorite and I have them in pink, beige, and ivory — stock up given that they’re included in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! Meanwhile, this Tory Burch bag sold out in a second (seriously, it’s been hard keeping up with how quickly things are selling out in the Nordstrom sale!) but I found a super similar one that’s also on sale and available! This pom pom key fob / bag charm is such a fun addition and I just couldn’t help myself when I saw them in the Tory Burch window the other day.
Hope you all have a great week and thanks for stopping by!
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Liv says
Love all the pops of color!
Liv
http://livforstyle.net
Jessica says
Culottes are emerging as a summer essential indeed. I love both styling ideas you featured here!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Vaishali says
I so love Culottes. And you look pretty in same. But somehow everytime I have tried this, it never gave me a nice look. 🙁
Vaishali
http://www.vivaciouswish.com
Stefanie says
this is adorable! i have to be honest this has been one trend I’ve been too scared to try, but you look so good that I might have to change my mind! love how you styled them too 🙂
Liz - Shopping My Closet says
Loving the sophisticated look!
Liz @ ShoppingMyCloset.com
Laura @ Walking in Memphis in High Heels says
I love coulottes and need to get a new pair. You look gorgeous in these!
Jessi Malay says
Im obsessed with Zara! Thats my go to store retailer when I got shopping! Cute selections babe <3
XO, Jessi
http://www.mywhitet.com/were-having-a-baby/
Yelena Fairfax says
I’ve got a pair of white and black culottes and I have literally been living in them. They just seem to go with everything (and are great for a shortie like me!
xx
Joy says
You look amazing, love the color you using in your looks.
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Rachel says
Such an elegant look! Love your style! Great post and blog!
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Stephanie says
I still have yet to purchase anything in a culotte style. I’ve never thought the trend would look good on me, but oh my gosh it’s so cute on you! I really like it in that white!
Bella says
Love both looks!!! You look amazing!!
Ruth says
You make these look like a classic pant! You look gorgeous in both of these looks!
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Mary says
You look so amazing in both looks! It’s hard to say which one I like best! Both are beautiful on you! I love culottes! Such a modern, fun silhouette!
Mary
http://marymurnane.com