Recent Additions to My Closet

We’re getting to that strange part in the season where it feels a little wasteful to shop for summer clothes, but I feel like I’ve cycled through my closet so many times already that I’m running out of options! It’s too soon to dress in things for cooler weather, too. If I find anything that I want to add to my closet now, it goes through a little bit of an analytical process before I click, “buy”. It has to fit into two seasons – summer and fall. If I can wear it in the summer without sweating and also find a way to layer it in the fall without freezing, it passes the test! I’ve found a few of those gems recently, so I though I would share! 
Short-Sleeve Button Dress in Light Blue
Sizing: Runs true to size, wearing a small 
I wasn’t sure about this dress when I ordered it because it seemed a little too good to be true. I love the coverage it provides while also creating a shape with the cinched waist. The button detail is so cute and the pockets…oh, the pockets. I love pockets! I love this color for warmer weather, too. For $20, this dress is an easy, “yes!”
*the color is really more of a dusty blue-grey than a true light blue

Short-Sleeve Button Dress in Black
Sizing: Runs true to size
In true fashion, I ordered the same dress in two colors. I love the black for transitioning into Fall — it looks great with a pair of booties and a lightweight cardigan or field jacket!
Striped Tie Back Dress
Sizing: Runs slightly small to true to size // I’m wearing a small and could fit into a medium in the bottom, but the top would be too large! 
I saw this dress on my sister and instantly loved it. It’s casual enough that it can replace a jeans-and-a-tee outfit, but could also be dressed up with a pair of booties and some fun statement earrings. I’m excited to get good use out of it for the rest of the warm weather, and to also style it with booties and cardigans this Fall!
(styled with these espadrilles)

Grey 7/8 Tight
Sizing: Runs true to size
I love these tights for two reasons: pockets and high-waisted cut. I almost exclusively wear workout tights from this brand because they’re so durable and the side pockets are perfect! I love the grey shade and the perforated details on the side.


Sneakers
Sizing:  Run slightly small; I go between an 8 and 8.5 – the 8.5 fit more comfortably, so I would consider going up a half size!
I saw these sneakers while browsing online and they instantly caught my eye. I happened to be nearby a store that they were in stock, so I thought I’d pop in to try them on and see if they were as good as I thought they could be. Spoiler alert: they’re better. They’re the most lightweight sneaker I’ve ever worn! I love the white detailing and the fabric. They will become my go-to for any athleisure outfit, I’m sure! 

(styled with this bra and sweatshirt)

Sizing: Run true to size, options for petite, tall and taller!
I pretty much wear two denim brands – AG and Madewell. I’ve tried branching out and giving other brands a go, but I can’t seem to find anything else that fits my body quite as well as those two. Not to mention, their lifespan is across years and I wear my denim a lot, so that matters!
(styled with these nude flats)

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  1. 8.21.18
    Kayla said:

    Love these pieces!!

    xoxo,
    Kayla | http://www.withlovefromkayla.com

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