Black + Army

this outfit has all the things i’m loving lately: light and airy fabrics, fun prints, cute shoes, and delicate statement jewelry. i picked up these shorts from the Gap Factory store a week or so ago and haven’t taken them off. well, i’ve taken them off a couple times, but they’ve become my go-to. they’re perfect for being dressed up because of the material, but they can also be worn with a graphic tank and simple sandals for a more casual look. 
i’m also weirdly finding myself wanting to wear a lot of black these days. actually, it’s not all that weird because that’s basically the only color i wear in the fall/winter, but it’s summer! maybe i’m in mourning over something and i just don’t know it yet. or i’m just a habitual black-clothes-wearer. it’s probably definitely the latter. 
i love dressing up shorts. most shorts would be considered casual, but adding some heels, a fancier top, and some accessories with a little glam can dress them up easily and allow you to wear your favorite shorts just about anywhere. they’re the perfect summer weekend outfit option, if you ask me. it also helps to have sun-kissed legs. trust me. 

top | H&M
shorts | Gap Factory
necklace | Elisabeth Ashlie
heels | Nickels via TJ Maxx (similar)
clutch | Anthropologie
watch | Coach

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