Happy Monday, ladies! We’re halfway through the long Fourth of July weekend. While there’s plenty of red, white, and blue on hand for this patriotic holiday let’s take a look at summer neutrals today that are the perfect choice for anyone looking to exude effortless elegance this season. Understated shades of ivory, beige, taupe and white possess an incredible ability to elevate any outfit while enhancing your natural beauty. Whether you're a minimalist at heart or love to experiment with textures, summer neutrals are the ultimate key to achieving a timeless and sophisticated look.
Incorporating summer neutrals into your wardrobe is a seamless process that can effortlessly enhance your personal style. By understanding the versatility of these hues, you can create a range of chic and fashionable ensembles for any occasion. From a casual day out to a formal evening event, summer neutrals can be adapted and transformed to suit your every need.
The beauty of summer neutrals lies in their ability to create a blank canvas, allowing you to experiment with different textures and fabrics. Whether it's a flowy linen dress or a tailored beige blazer, the soft and muted tones of summer neutrals provide the perfect backdrop for showcasing the intricate details and unique textures of your outfit. By playing with different textures, you can add depth and complexity to your summer neutrals, resulting in a truly sophisticated and multi-dimensional look.
Today's outfit features summer neutrals
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(Talbots)
Today I started with a classic combo - white tee and white denim from Talbots to create a monochromatic outfit. Then I added a third layer to elevate the look. Instead of a tried and true blazer I chose a vest (old, similar here) that’s a great option for summer.
White Denim | White Sleeveless Tee | Similar Vest | Espadrilles | Crossbody Handbag (low supply similar here and here) | Necklace (old, similar here and here) | Gold Necklace | Gold Hoop Earrings | Gold Bangle
White Denim | White Sleeveless Tee | Similar Vest | Espadrilles | Crossbody Handbag (low supply similar here and here) | Necklace (old, similar here and here) | Gold Necklace | Gold Hoop Earrings | Gold Bangle
The accessories I chose add texture to the outfit. Look how a simple crossbody handbag (low supply similar here and here) not only adds personality to this outfit but elevates it too. And, no, your handbag doesn’t have to match your shoes these days but go ahead and play matchy-matchy if that’s your thing.
White Denim | White Sleeveless Tee | Similar Vest | Espadrilles | Crossbody Handbag (low supply similar here and here) | Necklace (old, similar here and here) | Gold Necklace | Gold Hoop Earrings | Gold Bangle
White Denim | White Sleeveless Tee | Similar Vest | Espadrilles | Crossbody Handbag (low supply similar here and here) | Necklace (old, similar here and here) | Gold Necklace | Gold Hoop Earrings | Gold Bangle
Style is always about personal preference so feel free to experiment! I love how the espadrilles complement the handbag yet each accessory can mix and match with so many summer outfits. Sometimes, you feel like a nut. Sometimes you don’t! A tortoise necklace that’s perfect for a summer outfit (old, similar here and here) completes the look.
White Denim | White Sleeveless Tee | Similar Vest | Espadrilles | Crossbody Handbag (low supply similar here and here) | Necklace (old, similar here and here) | Gold Necklace | Gold Hoop Earrings | Gold Bangle
White Denim | White Sleeveless Tee | Similar Vest | Espadrilles | Crossbody Handbag (low supply similar here and here) | Necklace (old, similar here and here) | Gold Necklace | Gold Hoop Earrings | Gold Bangle
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My kind of outfit. But what I want to know is where did you get those fabulous sun glasses?
The sunglasses are years old but they’re Prada.
Ooh…gorgeous! That’s my MO right there.
…effortless and elegant summer dressing.
You’re looking fantastic I might add !
Have a safe and fun 4th🇺🇸
I’m always a sucker for a white and tan color combo!
Love the combination!!!
I been looking bat the Espedrill, I like them very much.
Thank you
And the shoes are quite comfy too!
Wow! I love everything about this outfit. I’m a “colors” girl, but I do wear neutrals occasionally and this one is gorgeous and elegant and it looks wonderful on you!
I don’t like to wear sleeveless, so I wouldn’t invest in the vest. What else might you wear with the column of white? I have a same color blazer that I just bought at Nordstrom Rack. I”m going to try that with the sleeves rolled up. Buying the shoes! Love! Thanks for the inspiration Beth!
Beautiful and very chic! Great advice.