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10x10 Wardrobe Challenge, Outfits: Summer, remix series, summer outfits

summer 10×10: outfit 4

07/13/17

Hi! How’s your week going?

Can you believe we’re already almost half way through this summer 10×10 remix? My girl Lee of Style Bee and I are having the BEST time hosting it.

What’s your favorite part so far? Hands down, mine is the kind, positive, inclusive community  — just take a look at the #summer10x10 posts on Instagram! I have to give you guys a big ol’ thank you — thanks for making this a safe and fun space to try new things and get excited about style. :)

(And hey, want to join in? We’re all working on our own timetable here, so it’s not too late — here’s my quick start guide.)

 

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

I think my workout wear has given me the confidence to wear crop tops freely. My favorite workout top is the Athena crop from Outdoor Voices — it’s basically the athletic version of the white tank I’m wearing today, so I feel at home in it.

With the super soft tank and worn-in shorts, this outfit is all about comfort and ease. It’s perfect for working from home and doing things around the house, which is what I’ll be doing pretty much all day today. However, if I need to run out for a minute, I can grab a bag and I’m ready to go.

Later tonight we have a community event, so I think I’m going to swap out this casual outfit for one of the dresses in my 10×10.

And on that note, don’t forget, this whole 10×10 thing doesn’t need to be rigid — you can always make swaps or take a day off or whatever you need to make it a fun experience. There’s no such thing as cheating. :)

STYLING NOTES

COUNTERBALANCE | This outfit has three elements that could make for an over the top outfit: A tight tank, shorts, and peek of the midriff. But! It’s all about the counterbalance. To bring this outfit down a notch, I made three styling moves in the name of counterbalancing: I unrolled my shorts to add extra length. I picked a top with a high neckline. And I kept hair simple and makeup to a minimum. The neutral color palette and basic pieces help bring the outfit down another notch.

DOUBLE WRAP A BANDANA | We’re all familiar with the bandana by now, but try wrapping it around your neck twice instead of just once for a different look. Other bandana ideas: tie it onto your suitcase for easy identification, wear it around your wrist as a bracelet, tie it onto your purse for a little color, or wear it in your hair (I have a hair + bandana tutorial for that right here).

ADD INTEREST TO YOUR BASICS WITH A ROUND BAG | Like I mentioned before, super basic outfit here — denim shorts and a plain white tank, meh. But the round bag gives it a playful focal point and a jolt of contrasting color.

• • •

And there you have it!

Make sure to hop on over to Lee’s blog to see her outfit today, too!

Keep sharing your outfits + stories on Instagram with the #summer10x10 tag.

See you tomorrow for outfit five — half way there!

xo,

Photo Credit: Katie Jameson

Liked today’s outfit? You can shop it and support Unfancy at the same time by using these affiliate links:

CROP TANK by Aritzia

DENIM SHORTS by Madewell

SLIDES by Nordstrom Rack (few sizes left in other colors) / Similar (under $25) / Similar (made responsibly)

CIRCLE BAG by Baggu (made responsibly) | Similar (on sale)

BANDANA by Madewell

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  1. Rebelle Kitchen says

    July 13, 2017 at 7:05 am

    Toned arms like whoa!

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  2. littleblackdomicile says

    July 13, 2017 at 7:22 am

    The scarf makes the outfit! Simple accessories, in wardrobe and our homes have such an impact. -Laurel

    Reply
  3. Rena says

    July 13, 2017 at 7:33 am

    You definitely have the perfect body for cropped tops! Love the super cute look with the denim shorts!
    xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
    http://www.dressedwithsoul.com

    Reply
  4. Gemma says

    July 13, 2017 at 7:34 am

    I love how you’ve mixed it up this Remix Series but it still looks like you and your style! xx
    Ps. You were mentioned today in a Daily Mail article here in the UK :)

    Reply
  5. Ray says

    July 13, 2017 at 8:30 am

    Simple and nice looking. Thanks for sharing these style tips.

    http://www.underaytedray.co.uk

    Reply
  6. Krystal says

    July 13, 2017 at 8:35 am

    These shorts look great on you! I’m so bummed, they fit so awkwardly on me, and I ended up mailing them back (love Madewell’s free returns for Insiders!).

    Reply
  7. Teodora says

    July 13, 2017 at 9:12 am

    Hi Caroline, shouldn’t bags and scarfs be included in the challenge wardrobe since they help create the outfits?

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    • Caroline says

      July 13, 2017 at 10:58 am

      Hey Teodora! I suppose you could include them, it would just really limit your clothing options. I tend to look at accent pieces as ways to tie a look together, or change an outfit a little bit. :)

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      • Teodora says

        July 13, 2017 at 1:09 pm

        Caroline, I really like you, but that doesn’t make sense because you are combining a number of items to create a number of outfits. Isn’t that what the challenge is all about?

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        • Caroline says

          July 13, 2017 at 2:14 pm

          Hey Teodora! For me, the challenge is about combining 10 pieces (tops, bottoms, and shoes) to create 10 outfits. Accessories and such flow in and out of the outfits freely to keep the challenge fun, lighthearted, and not quite so rigid. After all, the challenge is all about having fun and trying something new. :) That’s my approach, but feel free to approach it differently!

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  8. mel says

    July 13, 2017 at 10:12 am

    i totally love this outfit. would you consider doing a tutorial for how you wrapped the scarf around your neck? :)
    ox

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  9. Kelsey says

    July 13, 2017 at 12:23 pm

    I love the whole outfit but especially the round bag. Round bags are kinda my fave right now! :)

    Reply
  10. Miranda | Miranda's Notebook says

    July 13, 2017 at 12:36 pm

    Such a great look! Love the bag and how you’ve styled a scarf! xxx

    Reply
  11. Ardith says

    July 13, 2017 at 9:17 pm

    Standing ovation for this set, Caroline, it is perfection. You also make spot on observations about “counterbalance.” Hadn’t thought about these styling changes in this light. Cheers, Ardith

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  12. Elissa says

    July 14, 2017 at 5:09 am

    Hi Caroline!

    Loving your constantly evolving capsule wardrobes styles. I’m so looking forward to evolving mine too :) Took a few of your tips and threw out almost 90% of my wardrobe to create my very own capsule!!!

    Reply
  13. Jenn Rairdan says

    July 14, 2017 at 3:39 pm

    Would you please show up how you clean your bags? Specifically this one? I have this one and it gets dirty so fast and I just don’t know how to keep it clean!!

    Reply
  14. Tara creel says

    July 16, 2017 at 5:00 pm

    So simple and yet so cute!

    Reply

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