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Stripes with a Bow on a Top

I don’t know if a single article of clothing was ever so “Carly.” Stripes with a grosgrain bow? Couldn’t ask for much more. I want to wear this every day.

Carly Heitlinger

A couple of notes about the shirt that I discovered only when I had it in my possession. First, like all Sezane pieces, I find the fit to be exceptional. It’s not too fitted or too boxy.

Online, it’s listed as “navy and ecru.” Inside my apartment, I was convinced it was black and ecru and it was not until I was outside in daylight that I could differentiate the blue. It’s a fairly dark navy, and even in the photos though you can tell it’s not black. (But I swear I couldn’t tell inside hah, hence my all black outfit.) With that said, the grosgrain ribbon for the bow is without question black. I kind of wish the stripes were black or the ribbon was navy, but I’ll use it as an excuse to mix my blacks and navys. (Which I may be convinced more often to do now.)

Striped Shirt with Grosgrain Bow

I mean. THAT BOW.

Striped Outfit Inspiration

I’ve also been carrying this tote around a lot. Like, a lot a lot. Hoboken just banned plastic bags (!!!) and it’s been my go-to tote for everyday errands.

Carly the Prepster Daily Edited

Sharing my phone case again because it’s my number one asked question right now on DMs!

Sezane Shirt

Sezane Striped Shirt

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16 Comments

Kate

I love wearing navy & black together. I feel so sleek in my navy & white striped sweater and black jeans. Love the bows on this outfit!

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Christine S.

I love that sweater. It might just be my computer screen, but that bow looks like a dark navy to me! I wear navy and black together all the time though, I think they look really chic together.

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Gabriela F

Carly,

I have been following your blog for several years now but have never posted. Thank you for creating inspirational and heart warming content that has kept me a faithful follower.

I wanted to mention that I love how you rock your hair-especially those few grey streaks! It makes you feel authentic, real, and bold. Since we are the same age, I appreciate that you acknowledge the transformation that comes with each passing year. I hope you continue to encourage each of us to embrace that the passage of time should invite more beauty, wisdom, and peace into our lives.

-Gabriela

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Lori

I would switch out the bow for a navy one since you’ve worn the shirt. Just like you that color difference would bother me.

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