How to Dress Up Graphic Tank Tops

OUTFIT DETAILS
Top: CNDirect (c/o)
Skirt: Oasap (c/o)
Shoes: Soludos (sold out, similar)
Bag: Kate Spade

Do we have graphic tee addicts over here? I'd like to know that I am not the only one who is loving them at the moment. I love the addition of fun quotes and sayings on what would rather be a plain tee or tank top. This is another one to add to my collection. 

SHOP THE LOOK
Top: CNDirect (c/o)
Skirt: Oasap (c/o)
Shoes: Soludos (sold out, similar)
Bag: Kate Spade

Since this tank top is rather simplistic, I wanted to dress it up a little bit and give it a 'girly' makeover. How much more girly can you get with a blush Kate Spade tote, ruffle hem skirt, and lace up espadrilles? I've gotten a ton of great feedback from my readers about this skirt when I featured it on this post. Hence, I knew that it was going to make its return to my blog sooner or later. Going back to this graphic tank top, I love the ease that it offers to any outfit. No wonder I've been wearing it non-stop since I got it.

I'd like to pick your brain a little: how would you style this graphic tank top?

How to Dress Up Shorts

Top: Shein
Shorts: Choies
Clutch: CNDirect (c/o)
Watch: Rumbatime c/o Shopbop
Sandals: Black Canvas c/o Shopbop
Earrings: Adia Kibur c/o Shopbop

Before I start, allow me to greet you all a Merry Christmas! We had a wonderful celebration at home - it was the first time that we got to celebrate Christmas Eve at our new home. Hope you had a blast just like we did! I am going to share this pre-scheduled post with you while I gorge on leftover food from last night. #sorrynotsorry

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I've always been of the opinion that red and leopard is a classic combo! I am therefore drawn to this pairing and it never gets old for me. The vibrant red with the statement leopard print is a nice way to elevate a simple look, such as this one that pairs a simple V-neck shirt from Shein with shorts from Choies.

Top: Shein
Shorts: Choies
Clutch: CNDirect (c/o)
Watch: Rumbatime c/o Shopbop
Sandals: Black Canvas c/o Shopbop
Earrings: Adia Kibur c/o Shopbop

Even though shorts are known as casual items, there are plenty of ways to dress it up. Dressing up shorts is definitely easier than you think, and you don't always have to pair it with heels just so you can elevate the style. If you're like me who hates wearing high heels all the time, listen up to these tips.

My first idea is to pair the look with statement earrings. In this outfit, I am wearing my blue tassel earrings from Adia Kibur. Do not be afraid to make a big statement with your earrings! Even when you are wearing a simple top (like I did here), don't hold back when it comes to your earrings because this will add that style statement you need.

Another way to dress up your shorts is to add some sparkle. In this case, I used my metallic clutch from CNDirect to add a layer of sparkle. I'm sure you can find a dressy clutch in your closet somewhere so add that into your outfit for an unexpected detail. Aside from your clutch, you can also add other sparkly accessories to complement your shorts outfit (such as a belt or blazer).


How do you dress up your shorts?

Blushing Lace

Top: Dresslink (c/o)
Skirt: CNDirect (c/o)
Earrings: Mod & Soul (c/o)
Bag: AMIClubWear (c/o)
Watch: RumbaTime (c/o)
Shoes: CLN PH (get 15% off with code ZBAPZD4H)

A pleated maxi skirt has been on my wishlist for some time now. I love how it can look so delicate and classy while being trendy too. I've previously talked about how pleats is one of the top trends for spring this year. Hence, I was inspired to put together this delicately feminine look when I got this blush pleated maxi skirt from CNDirect. The color is so feminine that I knew it called for an ultra feminine style, too.

SHOP THE LOOK
Top: Dresslink (c/o)
Skirt: CNDirect (c/o)
Earrings: Mod & Soul (c/o)
Bag: AMIClubWear (c/o)
Watch: RumbaTime (c/o)
Shoes: CLN PH (get 15% off with code ZBAPZD4H)

I paired my skirt with this lace top that I initially got to use as a cover-up. But it paired beautifully with the layer skirt to create a formal and feminine look. Of course, adding in some statement earrings from Mod & Soul wouldn't hurt. I got this pair over the holidays and had been dying to re-wear them for a formal event. 

Isn't blush the prettiest color to wear? 

Color Me Happy

Top: Forever 21
Skirt: CNDirect (c/o)
Clutch: CNDirect (c/o)
Earrings: Happiness  Boutique (c/o)
Sandals: Mendrez

When I am made to pick between a monochrome vs a colorful outfit, I'd pick color without hesitation. I am of the opinion that the more colorful an outfit is, the better. Life is so much fun when there is color involved, agree? 

SHOP THE LOOK
Top: Forever 21
Skirt: CNDirect (c/o)
Clutch: CNDirect (c/o)
Earrings: Happiness  Boutique (c/o)
Sandals: Mendrez

Hence, this is how this look came about... I love this blue pleated maxi skirt because, well, I simply am addicted to the color. Apparently, the vibrant blue color isn't enough that I went for the red cami top from Forever 21 to pair it with. I bought several of this top from Forever 21 in various color options - these are such staple pieces and are essential to have in your closet. I bought them in basic colors for easy mixing and matching.

I'm all smiles in this photo because, obviously, the burst of color makes me happy. Do you love colorful outfits too? Or are you a monochrome fan?

Modern Lace

Dress: Dresslink (c/o)
Clutch: CNDirect (c/o)

Watch: RumbaTime

Shoes: Steve Madden

Earrings: Kenneth Jay Lane (only $14!)

It's no secret that lace is one of my favorite things to wear and that blue (cobalt, in particular) is my favorite color. Just imagine my excitement when I saw this dress at Dresslink. My eyes widened with excitement. I do that a lot when I spot a top or dress I love off the rack in a boutique. Without hesitation, I clicked the add to cart button. 

SHOP THE LOOK

Dress: Dresslink 

Clutch: CNDirect (c/o)

Watch: RumbaTime

Shoes: Steve Madden

Earrings: Kenneth Jay Lane (only $14!)

At its price, this dress exceeded expectation. It makes for a regal look despite its simplicity in style. It has the right amount of modern flair because of the unconventional color on the dress and the touches of modern accessories (case in point: my gold clutch). I could definitely see myself re-creating this look as a wedding guest - I just seem to get that kind of vibe from the dress.

How would you style this dress?