You know what they say… never say never. I always swore I would never wear a crop top. Ever. Definitely not my thing. But then I found one that wasn’t that bad! A short boxy top and a high waisted matching skirt? In gingham, no less. “I will give it a try,” I thought.
(Definitely love.)
At first glance, the top and skirt look more like a dress. I don’t think I’d wear the top alone (except for maybe with high waisted white shorts), but the skirt can definitely be worn separately.
The contrast zipper on the back of the shirt is the perfect pop!
I think it's definitely time to retire those cap toe pumps, at least for summer – they don't go with everything and look really out of place in this outfit!
I LOVE this crop/skirt set, and it looks absolutely gorgeous on you! Personally, I love those shoes with the outfit. They definitely go with everything, and work great with this outfit! 🙂
Oh My Goodness. I am incredibly jealous! The moment I saw that gingham duo on shopbop, I fell in love. I've actually been daydreaming about that outfit lately! Love you and your blog!
I swore off the crop top too but hook ups are so different cause you only show a bit of stomach. Love the gingham! I am wearing Navy Gingham today too.
Not really in the mood to be in photos right now, but I keep telling myself I’ll want to look back on these moments and remember them. (Right?!) when I look at these photos in 10, 20, 30 years…
I hope I remember Jack “rescuing” Rory from a windy tent, not how I stood in front of my closet with tears in my eyes.
I hope I remember watching Jack roll down hills and play hop scotch and scoot down the sidewalk with his besties, not that I caught a glimpse of my reflection and didn’t recognize myself.
I hope I remember sitting outside with my friend happily watching our kids play (while watching the minutes until bedtime tick by), and not that I spent too much time zooming in and examining every new wrinkle on my face.
I hope I remember the pure joy of these early warm days with my little family whom I love so much 🤍
The weather is warming up and I’m feeling slightly more comfortable in my skin every day ☀️ Here’s what I wore last week as a mom of two. I have a two and a half year old toddler and a two month old so I need outfits I feel good in, can chase a little guy around in, AND that I can breastfeed easily while wearing. 🔗 Leave a comment with “OUTFITS” to get links to every outfit I wore!
This room is so very special 🤍 The little cars sprinkled everywhere (watch your step!). A tiny sock, never two, peeled off and tucked somewhere hidden away. Piles of books that grow almost as quickly as the little boy who sleeps here. Outgrown pants and shoes to grow into mingling in the closet. Often messy, and a little cluttered, but a little boy lives here. 🚘☀️🐶📚🧸
(Rory is still in our room, but eventually the boys will share. I can picture their little twin beds already!)
About ten days ago, I noticed that today’s forecast was looking WARM. I told Mike, “We’re walking into town and sitting outside and I’m getting a beer. Put it on your calendar.” It ended up being warmer than forecasted (almost eighty degrees!) and let me tell you, it delivered. Today felt like the beginning of The Season™: dinners al fresco, beers/fries/ice creams, and late bedtimes. Indulging in it all because the kids are only getting older and we’re the grownups (somehow) and we get to make the rules ✌🏻
Dress is @tuckernuck & sweater is @kiltecollection
@pennylinndesigns and I hosted a “learn to needlepoint” class this past weekend and it was everything ✨ Needlepoint has been such a bright spot in my life over the past five years- and it’s gotten me through some difficult times. Because it’s helped me so much, sharing this hobby with others has turned into a mini life mission of mine. To sit in a room (my beautiful office space designed by @clare.sull!) with pro stitchers and needlepoint newbies alike was one of my dreams come true. I loved seeing women chatting, meeting, and bonding over this beautiful craft 🪡 Honestly, the needlepoint world is (sadly) filled with a lot of gatekeeping and competitiveness; this weekend proved that it doesn’t have to- and shouldn’t- be this way! It’s for EVERYONE. Whether you’ve never picked up a canvas in your life or you’re working on heirloom stockings for your family, there’s room for everyone at this table.
📍 Leave a comment saying “needlepoint” and I’ll send you my go-to resources for getting started with needlepoint!
Motherhood is pure JOY to me– nothing makes me happier than being with my boys! I wear my @haverhillcollection personalized jewelry every day as a symbol of my love for them– it’s a constant reminder for me of my greatest purpose. To celebrate my first Mother’s Day with TWO boys, I sent in my Haverhill necklace to add Rory’s birthstone and initial alongside Jack’s! I also got a second bracelet to stack with Jack’s. Love that this personalized jewelry can be altered as our family grows. Haverhill’s jewelry is designed to be lived in (perfect for busy moms!) made from solid 14k gold with high-quality birthstones so I never have to take it off to exercise, shower, or sleep. Use code MOTHERSDAY15 for 15% off!
We got a mama-approved family photo of the four of us 👏🏻 I wasn’t really paying attention to our calendar while in the end of pregnancy/newborn bubble and realized quite late that Jack had some time off from daycare and preschool this week. Mike and I quickly decided to book a last minute trip to Florida to visit my family and enjoy the warm weather ☀️
It's so cute! I don't wear crop tops either, but I would wear this!
laurenroseprep.blogspot.com
Super cute! I definitely think you pull it off. 🙂
Natalie
pugsandpink.weebly.com
That outfit looks great on you and you can definitely pull off the crop top!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
I love the two piece suit trend! This set is adorable. I feel like either piece could easily be worn as part of another outfit.
— Alex at Cashmere Kangaroo
i love that top – the pop of color from the exposed zipper on the back is fab!
jenn @ hello, rigby!
I think it's definitely time to retire those cap toe pumps, at least for summer – they don't go with everything and look really out of place in this outfit!
I LOVE this crop/skirt set, and it looks absolutely gorgeous on you! Personally, I love those shoes with the outfit. They definitely go with everything, and work great with this outfit! 🙂
xo Kylie
http://www.dressinsparkles.com
Oh My Goodness. I am incredibly jealous! The moment I saw that gingham duo on shopbop, I fell in love. I've actually been daydreaming about that outfit lately! Love you and your blog!
Carly I love this outfit! The gingham is so cute and adds the perfect touch to such a fun trend!
Hunter
Prep on a Budget
Something like this is the only way I'd wear a croptop too. Super cute on you!
Kristina does the Internets
This outfit is perfection! I love love love the neon zipper in the back.
http://yourstrulytwins.wordpress.com/
LOVE this look, and you pull it off perfectly!
Oh Buoy Boston
Carly this is so Madewell of you! You look fabulous!!
Sunflowers and Sass
I love matching pieces… It definitely suits you & the gingham print is one of my favorite…
Have a great day!!!
xoxo Violeta, your Shoegal Out In The World
http://www.shoegaloutintheworld.com
Yep, I swore I would never wear camo. I eventually came around to it in small doses!
xx
I swore off the crop top too but hook ups are so different cause you only show a bit of stomach. Love the gingham! I am wearing Navy Gingham today too.
xox,
Angelina
http://www.cablecarchic.com
I love this, Carly! Especially paired with those heels!
Constance || Prep Northwest
Love your bag! So cute!
-Meg
http://www.dillandscout.etsy.com
http://www.smalltownsisters.blogspot.com
Great outfit & the perfect way to wear a crop top!
~Sophia
http://plaidismyfavouritecolour.blogspot.com/
Very pretty it's definitely a great way to transition yourself into the crop top trend.
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
Such a great way to style a crop! I'm now on the hunt for a crop and skirt pairing!
Love this!! Perfect spring outfit and I love the mix and matachable pieces too
Annie
A College Confession
I am loving the print on print trend right now, so cute
OMG I love your outfit!!
I felt just like that about crop tops, I am still kind of scared of wearing one.