a lonestar state of southern

Nothing combats summer heat quite like a crisp, cool, all-white ensemble. This simple and deceptively easy to put together look has that special “it” factor…. one that perfectly combines “on-trend” and “utterly timeless,” and makes this aesthetic one I sport frequently during the months of June and July. But the key to creating a perfect all=white look is not what you might expect… it’s all in the accessories!

SHIRT   bell sleeve top (wearing XS)   |   NECKLACE   double layer necklace   |   BAG   reversible mini tote bag   |   SUNGLASSES   round tortoise shell sunglasses (only $7!)   |   SHOES   ankle strap wedges (on sale for $17)   |   JEANS   white skinny jeans   |   WATCH   gold watch   |   BRACELET   tory burch wrap bracelet

A big part of what makes the all-white look so appealing is it’s instant freshness. Rather than viewing the white as a neutral, and therefore a canvas for colorful accessories, view it as your statement. Everything you complete your all-white with should allow the white to shine, so stick with neutral, streamlined, classic details in similar neutral shades.

In this outfit in particular, I wanted to play up the beautiful bell sleeves of this $44 top. (Such a great summer buy, friends.) I stuck with caramel shades, adding in a pair of fun $7 tortoise shell sunglasses and elongating ankle strap wedges. (This pair is from H&M, and looks far more expensive than $17 in my opinion!)

You’ll also notice the cutest little cross body that’s new to the blog today! Y’all… remember the reversible tote we all went crazy for this past fall? Nordstrom has made a mini, and it’s the cutest thing! Classic, reversible, versatile, and at a great price point. Grab it here before it sells out!

Finally, I finished off the look with a stunning necklace designed by one of my dear friends, Madeline. As my friend Marge described it, “It’s feminine but fierce.” A little out of my comfort zone, and I love it. Check out more of Madeline’s amazing designs here!

I hope everyone had a fabulous weekend! Sadly, I had my nose to the grind for nearly all of it. The good news, though, is it was in order to get ready for a junior high inner-city service project I get to help out with this week! Already excited to see how the Lord uses these 6th-8th graders in big ways. Wishing lots of blessings over your week!

Love from Texas,

Kate