The Tiny Closet

Button ups are so versatile.  I feel like they can be worn for every occasion of life.  I especially love mens button ups as they're extra spacious and slouchy looking.

mens shirt: Faconable / bikini top: Target / necklaces: Philippines / shorts: Santee Alley

I've been wearing a lot of button ups lately.  Like everyday.  In fact, the other morning when Theo got an invite to go surfing, while still in bed, I looked down at what I was wearing and said,

"Okay, let me just put on some shorts and I'll be ready..."

Some days I have no interest in dressing.  On those days, I am thankful to have a button up to fall back on.  Even if I've slept in it the night before :)

It was pure coincidence that I went to the beach and wore a bikini top that day under my button up.  I, in fact just didn't have a bra to wear and got creative.  Including adding some rustic, boyish charm with Theo's leather and bone necklaces.  And also his belt.

I slipped on my comfy grey wool Toms but I did have some forethought enough to pack some wedges to wear to lunch later though!  

Check out what other peices I've worn with these Summertime wedge sandals:

harem pants

white mini dress

jeggings

romper

Just a casual outfit I pulled together to get out the door.  

I find the best outfits are the ones you don't even think about.

A couple weeks ago, we decided to paint one of the main walls in our bedroom.  With crisp white walls running throughout the loft, I thought a deep dark color to (surprisingly) pop would be best.  I've been trying to find the right moment, as well as the perfect light to show you the finished product...

pssst!  not to mention of course a coordinating ensemble to wear 

inspired by the new statement wall!

I fell in love with this Martha Stewart paint - and the color is "Wrought Iron" ... it also looks like a harbor blue though which reminds me of the color of the lakes and harbors around Seattle.   

So dark, moody and classic!

I also love the wash of these trusty All Saints drop-crotch denims.  With my striped sailor top I thought it would be fitting for a nautical look.  

I actually didn't wear this outfit for long since it reached the 90s yesterday and I wasn't about to let myself sweat in a silk jersey sweater top and heavy coarse denim.  

What I thought would be an easy breezy outfit turned out to be hellish and I eventually couldn't wait to take it off!

I am looking forward to wispy jumpers and cooling Summer dresses so keep visiting for more Tiny Closet Summer wear!

Simple, but it does the duty of making me feel put together and flattering.  Plus, wedges are so much easier to slip on and off at the beginning and end of the day.  And when I'm running late and I don't have time for dainty stepping, a sturdy wedge is comfy enough to strut in speedily!

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Trying to get back on my weekday posting schedule again.  I just absolutely have to say 

THANK YOU 

to all the visitors and readers for leaving me a birthday comment last week.  My heart was singing for days!  I am so very lucky to have such fabulous, inspiring, intelligent, witty, readers it's really a pleasure making my posts, not only because I love it but also because I get to write for amazing women like you. Thank you so much for all of your thoughtful emails and comments aaaaand 

wonderful advice on entering my 30s in style :)

Lately, I've noticed I've been ditching my minimalist nature and have started leaning towards more mixing and layering.  Eh, it's a passing phase for sure but why fight it?  I'm having so much fun!  

And speaking of fun, yesterday evening Theo and I went to a Flight of The Conchords trivia night at Central Cinema.  In a silly rambunctious mood to watch reruns of this beloved show and laugh with the other Conchord nerds, I dove right into the essence of the evening and had some fun with my outfit as well.  Before heading off, we took some impromptu photos of my decision making:

 Yoohoo, and have you seen this muumuu??  I wear this ol' thing everywhere.  You may remember I wore it here.  Yep, even on the other side of the world, I can always think of a reason to where this vibrant piece.  I cinched it with a belt to wear it more as a tunic over my leggings.

 leather jacket: Muubaa / denim top: Diesel / muumuu: Philippines / leggings: Gap / wedges: Trouve / tote: gift from a Vince Camuto trunk show