Top: LOFT Floral Lace Ruffle Shell (XS/TTS) – on sale! (similar)
Bottom: AE High Waist Paperbag Shorts (00/TTS) – on sale! (similar)
Shoes: Steve Madden ‘Blondy’ (6 / size up) – (non-wedge option)
Scarf: Red Dress ‘Pounce On It’ Leopard Scarf (similar)
Bag: Santa Barbara Tote
Sunglasses: Aerie ‘Good Day’ Sunglasses
Watch: Fitbit ‘Versa’ (on sale!) with metal band
Hello and happy Monday!! I’m up early this morning and actually feeling like I’m on top of my game as I go into a busy week of solo parenting (Adrian is traveling for work). I’m excited to share one of my favorite looks from a few weekends ago and that you all loved!
I have actually been anxiously hoping that this pretty lace top would restock and luckily it did — snag it now while a few more sizes are available and take advantage of the extra 40% off promotion right now too! I love that the white is opaque (not see-through at all!) and the lace yoke detailing along with ruffle shoulders make it such a gorgeous feminine piece.
I paired the top with these casual paperbag waist shorts — you guys know American a new favorite when it comes to denim! The paperbag waist style is my go-to when it comes to bottoms as I find the higher rise to be lengthening when you have short legs and the pleated style gives your legs some extra breathing room too! I love the olive color and the utility look is great when it comes to a casual weekend style.
SHOP PAPERBAG WAIST SHORTS
Easy Braid Tutorial:
And finally, some deets on this easy braid tutorial that is seriously the easiest no-fuss yet cute look when you’re in a rush and/or just want your hair out of your face in an easy updo. I’ve never been one who’s very good at braiding my own hair but this easy braid tutorial makes me look like a pro! I simply took 2 strands of hair and just twisted it, grabbing more hair along my hairline and mixing it in as I went down. I tied it off with a clear elastic once I reached my neck and just pulled out the twists to make them look a little fuller. The result looks like a fancy French braid but oh-so-easy!
I added this red leopard hair scarf as a pop of color and have been obsessed with the hair scarf trend that’s huge at the moment. Such an easy way to accessorize!
SHOP HAIR SCARVES
Top: LOFT Floral Lace Ruffle Shell (XS/TTS) – on sale! (similar)
Bottom: AE High Waist Paperbag Shorts (00/TTS) – on sale! (similar)
Shoes: Steve Madden ‘Blondy’ (6 / size up) – (non-wedge option)
Scarf: Red Dress ‘Pounce On It’ Leopard Scarf (similar)
Bag: Santa Barbara Tote
Sunglasses: Aerie ‘Good Day’ Sunglasses
Watch: Fitbit ‘Versa’ (on sale!) with metal band
Thanks so much for stopping by and have a great week!
++ all photos were taken by yours truly with this camera, lens, tripod, and remote. ++
edited using Dreamy Presets – Millenial Pink (tutorial)
Marta says
Gorgeous outfit, super laid back but the details on the top keep it feminine and classy.
Sarah Lindner says
I love this braid and this easy to follow guide – I am definitely part of the I can’t braid crew!
xoxo Sarah
Kait Elizabeth says
Your hair looks amazing! I wish my hair was this thick. Gorgeous! Hugs, Kait Elizabeth
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Rach says
Your braid is so cute!! And I love the addition of the hair scarf!
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Lisa Autumn says
OMG I need to try this.. looks so cute!
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Laura says
I am absolutely LOVING the paperbag shorts and they look so cute on you!
Candice says
It’s such a cute hairstyle.
Candice x
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Tara Fuller says
i am always game for a great braid, they’re always eye-catching!
Lydia says
Your hair twist looks so cute! I’ll have to give this style a try. I especially love the scarf you tied it off with!
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Stephanie says
Talk about a cute spring look! And I love your fun and flirty hairstyle. Perfect for those no-fuss days where you wanna look good but don’t wanna work hard!
Marlene says
This hair braid is amazing!!! I wish I could do this
Liz says
Your hair looks so cute and I love thee addition of the scarf! Can’t wait to recreate this!
Taylor Mobley says
I love twist styles! SO easy to do!
Deborah says
Your hair looks so beautiful!! I just got my hair cut even shorter – I wish I could do this though!
Julia Comil says
Love your hair with this scarf! So beautiful!
Nailil says
What a cute hairdo. I love braids but always feel like my hair is too short to style it that way.
Xx, Nailil
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Deanie says
Kileen, I love everything about this!! I am the worst at braiding my own hair. Definitely going to try this! So gorgeous!
Xo, Deanie
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Azanique S Rawl says
I love your hair accessories with the cute braid! So fun for spring 🙂
-xo, Azanique | https://www.lotsofsass.com
Darleen says
Okay I am in love with this hair scarf! It is so cute with your outfit too!
Ifeoluwa says
Such fun hairstyle for summer and to keep the hair off your neck and face 🙂
Alyssa says
Always looking for different ways to wear my hair up during the summer! This is great!
Kristina says
You took these photos yourself?? So impressed and your hair look fabulous!
Lauryn Hock says
This is so cute! I love the scarf and you have beautiful hair!!!!