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?

The Belt Trick

OUTFIT DETAILS
Dress c/o Shein
Watch: Rumbatime
Bag: Kate Spade
Sandals: Splendid
Earrings: Kenneth Jay Lane

I always like to discover new ways to wear and style dresses or clothing items that I already own. Hence, I was excited to try out adding a belt to this maxi dress that I own (and already featured here). It's no question that I loved the relaxed fit of this maxi dress, causing me to dub it as the comfiest maxi I've ever owned. But I like to add a belt into the mix as well to cinch the waist and give it more shape when worn.

Dress: Shein (c/o)
Bag: Kate Spade
Sandals: Splendid
Watch: Rumbatime
Earrings: Kenneth Jay Lane

To complete the look, I wore the belted dress with my wedge sandals and Kate Spade tote to create a more dressed up look. I wear this maxi dress with thong sandals and flats a lot but dressing it up would be a nice change too. For cooler months, I could also toss in a light denim jacket for layering.

Have you tried the belt trick yet?

Foolproof Special Occasion Outfit Formula

OUTFIT DETAILS
Top c/o Zaful
Skirt c/o Rosegal
Shoes from CLN PH
Handbag from Kate Spade
Earrings c/o Rosegal

Bell Sleeve Scallop Hem Lace Top / Buttoned Keyhole Lace Top / Keyhole Back Long Sleeve Lace Blouse / Pink Bell Sleeve Lace Top / White Cutout Choker Lace Top

In case you didn't already know, I have a weak spot for feminine styles and pieces. Take lace and midi skirts, especially blush ones, for example. In addition to being extra feminine, I also like how they add a polished look to an outfit. This look is therefore my choice for a special occasion outfit. 

SHOP THIS LOOK
Top c/o Zaful
Skirt c/o Rosegal
Shoes from CLN PH
Handbag from Kate Spade
Earrings c/o Rosegal

Kate Spade James Street Shaylee / Kate Spade Hayden Crossbody Pink / Kate Spade Emerson Place Lenia / Kate Spade Hayden Crossbody Black

The combination of this burgundy lace top and blush midi skirt wasn't pre-meditated. I just experimented with this pairing and I'd like to think that it worked out beautifully. I love the combination of colors and how the feminine pieces complement each other. But if you are not into the ultra feminine touch that these two pieces bring to an outfit, there are a few other outfit formulas you can try.

Mini or Cocktail Dress + Classic Pair of Heels

A cocktail dress such as an LBD is going to give you that polished look with little effort at styling. Hence, this is the perfect choice for special occasions, especially those events with a semi-formal theme. Toss in a classy pair of nude or black heels into the mix to add more polish to your outfit.

Dressy Maxi + Heeled Sandals

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For a special occasion with a more casual theme, you can go for a maxi dress paired with a heeled sandal. This is my go-to option for casual summer weddings, for example. You need to be extra careful when choosing the maxi dress you wear for the event though. Avoid the overly vibrant print like florals and geometric patterns. If possible, choose solid colors and stick to feminine silhouettes. 

Full Length Gown

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For a black-tie affair, a full length gown is your best bet. There is nothing better to exemplify a special occasion look than a floor length dress. 

What is your go-to formula for special occasions?

xo, Abby

Fashion Pairing: High Neck Top + Statement Earrings

A statement jewelry is an important part of any fashionable woman's arsenal. It can provide that stylish twist to an outfit to make it look more dressed up or polished. However, you can only achieve that if you can strike up the right pairing. There are different ways to accessorize different necklines or type of dress. Make sure you get the pairing right to maximize the style statement that you can deliver. 

When it comes to styling high neck pieces (such as a top or dress), you can make them stand out even more with statement earrings. High neck tops have that elegant flair to them but you can make it even more glamorous by pairing it with statement earrings. Below are some pairings that I would love to try and hope they would give you some inspiration too: 

Rachel Zoe Cynthia Blouse + Ben Amun Embellished Chandelier Earrings

Emerson Thorpe Silk Top + Lizzie Fortunato Havana Earrings

Sea Pleated Mock Neck Blouse + Miguel Ases Adele Earrings

Marissa Webb Crop Top + Kate Spade Color Crush Linear Earrings

Matin Brittany Lace Top + Deepa Gurnani Lieu Earrings

Which pairing is your favorite?

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Lace Sensation

Top: Shein
Jeans: Lee Jeans
Bag: Kate Spade
Shoes: Mendrez (similar)
Earrings: Happiness Boutique (c/o)
Watch: Rumbatime

The first time I saw this top on Shein, I knew I had to have it. The color and the lace were two of the reasons why I wanted it so bad. It also comes with a flowy fit and the criss-cross back as a bonus! When it came in the mail, it was exactly as I had pictured it to be. For less than $20, it was a great deal. 

SHOP THIS LOOK
Top: Shein
Jeans: Lee Jeans
Bag: Kate Spade
Shoes: Mendrez (similar)
Earrings: Happiness Boutique (c/o)
Watch: Rumbatime

If you can remember, I featured this top as one of my wishlist picks here. It took too long to arrive, which is the only qualm I have with shopping from Shein right now. Aside from that, I am very happy with this purchase. The blush tones from the Kate Spade tote and my pumps added a beautiful contrast in color. These two colors (navy and blush) are some of my favorite colors to wear right now.

If you've had your eye on this top, too, hesitate no more! I purchased it for $17.99 and now it is priced further down to $15.39! 

Bright Florals

Dress: Minkpink c/o Shopbop
Tote: Kate Spade c/o Shopbop (blush is sold out but available in other colors)
Sandals: Sammydress (c/o)
Earrings: Mod & Soul (c/o)

I've previously talked about Minkpink as one of my favorite fashion brands. This dress is one example why. It combines my all-time favorite (floral) with my current favorite (midi). When I first saw it on Shopbop, I was slightly intimidated by it. Orange is definitely not my color. But there was something about this color that also drew me to the dress. It is called a Tropical Dream dress and with full certainty I agree.

SHOP THIS LOOK
Dress: Minkpink c/o Shopbop
Tote: Kate Spade c/o Shopbop (color is sold out, available in other colors)
Sandals: Sammydress (c/o)
Earrings: Mod & Soul (c/o)

The slit on the sides of the dress is just a bonus! A few weeks ago, I also featured a slit dress from Zaful. I love how the slit detail adds a subtle sexiness to a simple dress, even casual dresses. The dress also stays true to what Minkpink fashion is about - bold, bright statement through color or print!

Shop Other MINKPINK Dresses

Wonder Ruffle One Shoulder Dress
Parade About Tiered Dress
Spread Like Wildflowers Mini Dress
Pretty Primrose Wrap Tea Dress
Take Me to Paradise Dress

Are you a fan of Minkpink too?