Top: SheIn (similar here) | Jeans: Levi’s | Shoes: Aldo | Purse: BP (similar here and on sale!) | Sunglasses: Quay
Happy Monday and happy Memorial Day to all my American readers! Here in Canada, we celebrated our long weekend (which is Victoria’s Day) last weekend! Long weekends in the Spring and Summer are seriously the best and I’m already excited for the next one!
Summer to me equals easy outfits that are light weight and flowy. But, I also like to just throw on a pair of jeans and a tank or an off the shoulder top in the Summer too! As much as I love dressing up, relaxed days and errands calls for a jeans and t-shirt kind of feel. Now that being said I always try to amp up my ‘basic’ outfits to make them more fun and stylish. I love wearing jeans and a plain top but honestly that can be a little boring if you don’t find ways to make it a little more fun! That being said here are my go-to tricks on making my everyday outfits waaay more fab:
3 STEPS ON MAKING A BASIC LOOK NOT SO BASIC:
1. It’s All About the Shoes
Rule of thumb for most outfits is it’s all about your shoes! Shoes can most definitely make or break an outfit and for a more simple look this is no exception. When I just wear a pair of jeans and a plain top I always make sure my shoes are either a trendy heel or a cool pair of kicks. Right now I am loving jeans with mules! Plus, mules are so comfy and pretty much go with everything. Or try a pair of Adida’s Superstar to make your look casual cool too!
2. Make a Statement
Another really easy trick is using a statement piece. My usual go-to statement piece are my cat eye sunglasses! Or another fab statement piece would be tassel earrings or even a statement necklace. A pop of colour from your purse can also be another way to add interest to your outfit too!
3. Try a Trendy Piece
One of my favorite tricks on turning a basic look not so basic is incorporating a trend! I have two trends incorporated in my look; mules and the off the shoulder top. It’s an easy way to add a dash of style and truthfully a cheap way too! I always buy all my really trendy pieces from retailers such as Forever 21 and Missguided since I know they won’t be in style forever.
These are my 3 tricks I use whenever I am jetting out of my house in jeans! What are your go-to tricks on prettying up a basic outfit?
Great post! Always love adding a trendy piece to my outfit to give me ‘oomph’! Your mules are perfection! I like to use a moto jacket as my statement piece!
xo Jenna
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Love these tips! I need to get more shoes and statement pieces!
I read this title and knew I needed to see your suggestions! You’re right on with the shoes! Love that tip.
Those mules are everything i want right now, such a great addition to a basic everyday look xoxo
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I love using necklaces or shoes to make a bland outfit look really nice. I loved your outfits here and those shoes are really pretty. I also think that putting on a type of lip product like a lipstick or a lipgloss can really change the way an outfit looks.
Love this look! And I agree with your list!
I suck at accessories – especially shoes! Love your helpful tips and SO need to get myself a pair of sunglasses like that!!
Thanks for sharing Lauren, I agree the outfit it all about the shoes! You can turn any outfit around just my changing the shoes.
I agree with you on the shoes! Adding the right pair of shoes can definitely elevate a look! Thanks for sharing your tips babe!
your sunglasses are so chic, i love the cat eye shape!
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Love your outfit and a great post! I always try to spruce up my basics with shoes, scarves, necklaces and bags. So cool 🙂
This is so good! I have a very basic, simple, comfy style so finding ways to jazz that up is important! These are great tips girl!
These are great tips!! You look stunning in this combo!
Great tips. You look tres chic in this look.
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I have been eyeing those sunglasses forever! I need to pick them up! Super cute outfit!
Those sunglasses are not basic at all!
I just got a similar top from Brandy Melville and I so appreciate seeing how you styled yours, giving me major inspo 🙂
All about the accessories right! Love your shoes and sunglasses, I’ve been eyeing sunnies like that for a while!
These are such great tips!!you look amazing as always!
Liz
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Cute outfit! I believe the right shoes and accessories can transform any outfit!
Love these tips! I like to keep my outfits fairly simple and then incorporate ideas like you’ve suggested. PS- I have those jeans too and they’re literally the best ever!!
This top is so cute well the whole outfit is perfect!!! You are beautiful!!!
xoxo,
Angelle
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Yes! Your shoes are fabulous. I love your outfit!
Oh hunny! It’s always about the shoes! I love your style! Looks like we have some similarities in cuts and style. Difference is you seem to stick to neutrals and I like all the colors LOL! Keep it up girl!