It was a hot and humid weekend but I’m not complaining. I’ve been waiting for this kind of weather for too long. When it feels sticky outside, there is only one place I want to be…at the beach. When you can’t take the heat anymore, you can just take a refreshing plunge into the ocean water. I don’t know if it’s because I grew up in Rio enjoying the white sand beaches of Brazil, but the beach always feels like home to me, peaceful, relaxing and carefree.
Well, I must have been daydreaming about the beach when I put this outfit together. I paired this sheer cotton mini-stripe popover with a crisp white eyelet skirt along with Soludos espadrilles to finish the look. I also ditched my usual rose tinted shades for ocean blue tinted sunnies. This whole look just made me want to hop on the minivan with the fam and drive to the beach. Unfortunately, being in SE Michigan, the nearest decent lake beach is about 3 hours away so that’s not going to happen anytime soon.
My super supportive friends, it’s getting down to the wire. We have less than a week left to vote! Yes, I know, I’m talking about the REDBOOK Real Women Style Awards again. Thank you so much for your support. Please keep on voting! Just go to http://redbookmag.com/bestdressed and scroll down to my photo and click on the heart. Thanks a million!
Gap shirt (option) | J.Crew Factory skirt (similar) | Soludos espadrilles (similar) | Target crossbody | necklace (similar) | bracelet (similar)
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You look so pretty in pink! What a perfect spring look paired with the crisp white skirt. Just voted for you! 🙂
Gina | On the Daily Express
Thank you for being so nice about voting, Gina!
Growing up in Rio sounds amazing, I’d be at the beach all the time too!! This is such a perfect casual chic summer look, my fave type of outfit. Can’t believe that pretty crossbody is from Target either! Enjoy your day Cynthia:)
Marta
http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com
I love the skirt and top together! This is such a pretty look!
~~megan~~
http://www.poshprime.com
Such a cute outfit Cynthia, the eyelet skirt is so sweet! I’m loving your new shades too 🙂
Brooke
pumps and push-ups
Looking lovely Cynthia! The colors are amazing. I pulled together a beach inspired look for tomorrow’s post. I didn’t know you grew up or frequented Rio, but it sounds divine.
Rachelxo
Garay Treasures
Thanks, Rachel! Yes, I have very good memories of Rio.
Such a cute outfit, love this skirt!
I love this outfit! Gorgeous.
That skirt is so feminine and the purse is the perfect accessory.
Thanks for sharing!
xoxo
I love the skirt and all these gorgeous pastel colors 🙂
xo,
Abby of Life in the Fash Lane
I love this combination of the pink shirt and white skirt, great textures!
Eleventh & Sixteenth
Great look, and super great giveaway!! Happy Monday! -xx
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
I have a similar white eyelet skirt and always wear it with my chambray button down. I wish I had a pink button down, because it looks so good how you styled it! Now I may need to get one. 🙂
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
This is the cutest outfit ever! I love the espadrilles and the eyelet skirt!
http://www.dressed2dnines.com
This whole outfit is so crips. I love that eyelet skirt with the pink blouse casually tucked in!
https://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com
I love this easy breezy look with the pale pink and espadrilles. You definitely have me dreaming of the beach too!
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Love this look! It feel so summery and refreshing. Those espadrilles are perfect. Still voting!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Thanks for your support, Amy Ann!
Love the 2 shades of pink together and they both go with the white beautifully. The shirt is lovely on you. Looks so effortless and chic.
obsessed with those shoes and your skirt! Spring perfection
loving this adorable casual look, I loooove that skirt.
xo
PinkSole
beautiful outfit! so fresh and simple!
Irene
http://www.thedailylace.com
You indeed put together a dream outfit Cynthia – love those espadrilles so much!
Best!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
I am loving that white eyelet skirt of yours and paired with those espadrilles, it’s so so adorable! Love this look!
I’m loving everything about this look, especially those fun espadrilles!
XO Courtney
http://www.colormecourtney.com
Thanks for linking up with “Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me” today.
Rachel xo
Garay Treasures
Love your pretty springy casual look! I have the same skirt, you have inspired me to try and style it soon!!
Thanks for linking up with Turning Heads Tuesday!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
I love your dressed down pencil skirt, and well, I LOVE that pencil skirt!
Chic on the Cheap
Your photos are always so vibrant and beautiful. Love checking in on My Rose Colored Shades because I am also so inspired by the time I leave 🙂
Chelsea
Ginger Side of Life
Thanks so much for the sweet words, Chelsea!
You always look gorgeous in white. That skirt is so very pretty. Love it with the soft pink and those colorblocked flats are adorable!
P.S. Thanks for your concerns and prayers from yesterday’s post. Much appreciated!
I love those espadrilles!!! So adorable!! And I am with on the beach…our closest one is 3 hours away too, but plan to be there all Memorial Day weekend…cannot wait!!
Love your top, I bet it goes with everything 🙂
Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays..
Beautiful look! I love that bag x
You look so pretty in pink. Great outfit x
Life & Love by Victoria Lagnehag
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Really love the clean casual look. I just discovered your blog and loving your style. Would love for you to check out my page and follow me on Bloglovin. 🙂
~xo Sheree
http://poshclassymom.com
IG: @poshclassymom
There is nothing better than a crisp white skirt for spring and summer! You look lovely in pink too! I hope you have a wonderful weekend! Thank you for linking up today! Susan
You look so pretty in pink! Love that eyelet skirt and those espadrilles! Hope you are enjoying the long weekend!
Jill
Doused In Pink
You look so pretty in this pink outfit. I am totally loving your espadrilles. Thank you for joining TBT Fashion link up and hope to see you Thursday.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
I love this look, especially those shoes! And I totally agree, there is nothing better than a plunge in the ocean on a sticky hot day!
Taylor
http://tspoonfulofsugar.com
Summer adorableness! Thanks so much for sharing with Fun Fashion Friday!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.blogspot.com
I love the colors, but you could wear a trash bag and look trendy! Lucky you! Thanks for sharing at Thursday Favorite Things!
Such a pretty summery look! Love the espadrilles!
Fun summer outfit!
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