Talk about a busy weekend! I had a todo list that went down to my knees, but I was able to knock out almost everything {my mani/pedi unfortunately didn’t make the cut}. For today, I needed an outfit that was going to go from a dim sum brunch, to an oil change, to grocery shopping, and finally to a house-sitting checkup. It was definitely going to be a day of driving all around town!
To stay comfortable {and stylish!}, I decided to pair a loose oversized sweater with some short shorts. I stumbled across these linen shorts at Forever 21 when I went on a hunt for khaki clothing just before my safari, and couldn’t pass them up. They’re perfect for the summer and I love the vibrant blue color. They weren’t safari-appropriate {blue = mosquitos!} but it was first on my “to wear” list when I returned home!
I think the baggy sweater perfectly balanced out the short shorts and the nude sandals gave my legs an little oomph in the length department. Funny enough, when Adrian and I were grocery shopping, he laughed when he noticed another girl checking me out head to toe as I walked by and then stumbling as she tried to walk with her head still turned my way. Oh the shenanigans you get when grocery shopping in 5″ heels. 🙂
And in case you missed it, I have a new giveaway: $100 gift card for Fresh Faces mineral makeup! I’ve been using this makeup non-stop. In case you’re interested, here’s a little closeup of what I wore today:
And just because I really liked this picture, I had to sneak it in. If you’re ever in the Uptown area of Dallas, you have to ride the trolley. Best part, it’s free.
P.S. In case you missed it:
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Sounds like a fun weekend, pretty sure you'll get that mani and pedi next week, loved that headband is so beautiful!
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Kileen I don't post a comment that often but I have to say that I really love this blog and your wonderful sense of style. You are really an inspiration. I also got that bag because of you! Even though I never buy leatherette. I figured I would try it out and plan on wearing it with a maxi dress later this week.
Anyways I can see why the girl almost hurt herself looking at you! 😉
aww thank you so much for your sweet comment! i'm so glad you enjoy my blog and it's motivating for me to keep blogging. i hope you like the F21 bag! it's definitely my go-to bag right now. it'll look great paired with a maxi! feel free to post a pic on my facebook wall if you'd like to share your look too! 🙂
love this outfit…blue shorts are awesome & those heels are way cute 🙂
very cute outfit o how i love those shoes!
you look amazingly chic!!love it
That's too funny. Maybe she was a blog reader and was figuring out if she recognized you? 🙂
I love these trolley pics!
LOL at the girl stumbling bc she was starring at you. In college, I walked past these 2 girls that literally stopped conversation just to give me a once-over. I'll just take that as a compliment HAHAHA
I see that the F21 "Alexa" bag is holding up well even after your honeymoon!
KILEEN! I think this is my most favorite outfit of yours. I love how you paired the browns and blues together, and who can turn down an M street trolley ride? Your posts always make me homesick for Dallas. Hope you have an amazing week! xo
So cute, love the little head band, it's a super 'glam' touch for a simple outfit. 🙂
Love these pictures, you do find the most photogenic settings to take photos in. 🙂
And you look so pretty (like you always do), I adore your hair accessory.
kileen! you are soo adorable! what a great location/backdrop for an outfit post!! i need to get more creative with mine!!
Love these photos! You + the trolley = all the primary colors are covered 🙂 Have a great week, Kileen!
Love this photo shoot! Your headband is so pretty, and love the shorts!
Great outfit, Kileen! I wore those shorts to pieces 🙂 I like how you paired it with a loose sweater. I am also had a super busy weekend. I am taking today off to relax a bit. Have a great week!
I live in the suburbs of dallas but had NO idea we have a trolley! thats pretty cool!
haha, that might be true too! i should've asked! 🙂
yup, it's a free trolley that runs up and down McKinney Ave in Uptown. it's
so handy and i've used it countless times. definitely check it out! 🙂
oooh, enjoy your day off! i'm so jealous. 🙂
lol, totally true! the trolley made for a really fun background! so lucky
we were able to catch it when it wasn't in use yet so I could climb all over
it for pictures!
aww thank you so much! let me know if you ever come visit! McKinney Ave
has changed so much over the years!
my F21 "Alexa" bag is definitely my fave bag right now! i decided not to
take it to Africa on my honeymoon though. everything I took on that trip
was covered in so much dust and dirt that I'm sure this bag would've been
destroyed. even my black Jansport backpack that i took is now brown, lol!
You look so pretty in a light mocha colour! I've tried this sweater on before and let's just say it looks WAY better on you! And..I love the cute hair piece! Looks like you had a nice weekend 🙂
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Hi there! So this may sound really bizarre but….would you ever consider doing a post on your closet?? I saw a blog post like that recently and thought of you! 🙂 just wondering how you keep all your goodies neatly tucked away. 🙂
Love the Trolley shots! Super cute. The outfit just screams "fashionable summer" which is perfect!
I would definitely consider a closet post! I actually need to do a shoe
collection post first and then a closet post! first i need to actually
clean up my closet a little though! 🙂
ya! can't wait 🙂
What a lovely set of pictures! Loving your weekend attire, especially that purse. It looks like the Mulberry purse I've been lusting after but at such a nicer price point!
i've been lusting after the Mulberry too and this bag is definitely a more
affordable option. i'm absolutely in love with it! 🙂
I really dig the blue of those shorts. I'm so in love with bright, brilliant colours lately. I really have no idea why I've not participated in the Colour Brigade yet…
Love the trolley pics! what a great place to take outfit shots in! 🙂 You look great, I love the color of those shorts!
the cutest outfit.
amazing shoes
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Those shoes make your legs look miles long. 🙂
The look is definitely 'checkout worthy' – I love your blue shorts!
Wow- these photos are beyond gorgeous, Kileen! Some of the best I've ever seen on your blog. I love your blue shorts, especially when paired with earth tone neutral colours. You look so cute and great job on your productive weekend! 🙂
Jen
I love the colors in this outfit–the bright blue of the shorts goes so well with the brown sweater! And these photos on the trolley are really great!
You're so daring in your photo spots! I think that's something I need to work on. Love these photos!
Thanks so much! Adrian helped me take these photos (he helps on weekends). Couldn't have done it without him!
Kileen
Thanks so much! That means so much to me! You're pictures are actually my inspiration!
Kileen
These photos are so awesome, Kileen! I love the brown and royal blue together, too. You look fantastic 🙂
This look is timeless and amazing!
Loving the blue shorts, and the headband
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I used it and I loved it! Now I want the real thing 🙂 I am doing a no shopping challenge until end of November so I can save up for a Bayswater or alexa or both (hubby might get one for me as a combined birthday and Christmas gift). Oh I don't take pictures often. If I did I would definitely post! It is really nice you took the time to respond to my comment.
Love your makeup! The blue shorts go really well with your neutral outfit!
i've craving the real thing too. hopefully will save up enough by the end of the year to get myself one too.! 🙂
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