grey + mustard

Today I wore this grey + mustard combination.  The bright cardigan really perks this outfit up, which is actually very nice for a Monday.  I also like that this white top has a lacy overlay--it dresses up the corduroy pants a bit. 

What do you guys think about this pant silhouette (boot cut cords vs. skinny pants)?  I'm so curious to find the best pants shape. 

Outfit details:
mustard cardigan:  Target
grey cords:  J. Crew
white top:  J. Crew
"snakeskin" wedges:  Clark's
watch:  Michael Kors
necklace:  Anthro

a happy outfit for summer

It felt like the first "official" day of summer vacation today (Saturday and Sunday don't really count, do they)?  I have to say, I felt good about it.  I met a freind for yoga class this morning, ran out to meet Ken at the boys' first swim lesson of the summer, took the boys out to Jolly Kone for lunch, and took them swimming for fun later in the afternoon.  Dinner was leftovers at the outdoor table.  So relaxed and summery!

This outfit just feels happy, doesn't it?  I wore this after and between the yoga and swimming.  Happy summer to you all!

Outfit details:
top:  Lucky Brand
shorts:  J. Crew
bracelet:  from the Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
clogs:  Funkis

PS--I am linking up with Visible Monday #101.  Click here for more style inspiration.

what to wear to a teddy bear picnic

Rainer's Kindergarten class had its "Teddy Bear Picnic" today. It's a little performance (3 songs) and then the kids eat a picnic with their families. It's amazing that it coincided with having the day off for me (since it's difficult for me to take a day off in my work). I was SO happy to get to be there.   Rainer was adorable.

I paired this maxi dress with low boots to make it more casual.  The belt is a thrift store belt that is way too tiny to wear with jeans but fits perfectly with the dress.  I have big plans for paring this dress with different belts, different shoes, sandals, or moccasins, and with a jean jacket or denim vest over the summer and into the fall.  I'm crazy in love with the print.

I'm linking up with Passion for Fashion today.  Click through for more style inspiration!

Outfit details:
maxi dress:  Gap
belt:  thrifted
bracelet:  Target
boots:  Target