Classic Casual + Link-Up

Hello, it’s Monday! How was your weekend, friends? I did something different this weekend. I went shopping! I haven’t been in stores to shop for clothes since the end of December. Don’t worry, I didn’t forget how to shop! I did find a few items to fill in some holes in my closet. Stay tuned because I’ll be sharing more about the “Let’s Be Shop Free for 3″ experience in future posts.

I decided to get a little casual dressed up thing going on for when I hit the mall on Saturday. I don’t know why but it just felt good to be put together to tackle my shopping mission.

Casual and classic is just put together and simple in my book. Although I love the neutral look here, I did purposefully shop for color to add to my spring/summer wardrobe. What have you been adding to your spring/summer wardrobe? Let me know because I could use some inspiration.

I’m also on the hunt for some softer hues of lipstick and eye shadow for the warmer months. I sampled some products from Make Beauty. I’ll be talking about them later this week on the blog and readers will be given a discount. Be on the lookout, friends! #MakeYourself

What’s your favorite look in the lines of classic casual? Not a fan of classic? What do put together for your favorite casual look?
And since it’s Monday, it’s time for our link-up. Thanks to everyone who joined in last week. Whitney and I enjoyed reading your posts and searching for our favorite looks. Can’t wait to see what you lovely ladies link up this week.

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Carrie/A Lovely Little Wardrobe ~ Bloglovin/Facebook/Instagram
Whitney/Whitney à La Mode ~ Bloglovin/Instagram

Each week we choose a favorite…check out Whitney’s blogs to see if it’s you! My favorite last week was a post at Sed Bona. So glad she linked up! She featured the perfect metallic flats in her post but I loved her cute casual vibe of the entire look. I hope you’ll stop by and read her post here.

 

I’ll be linking up again with my blogging buddies on Wednesday for Style Perspectives. Please join in! Again, The Blended Blog is hosting this style challenge and I will be participating each week. The prompts are listed below and you can see my style here each Wednesday and how others style the prompt on The Blended Blog. Hope you’ll join in and share your looks on Instagram and Twitter with the hashtag #theblendedblogstyle . It should be a blast!

I don’t always link up but when I do here’s where you’ll find me linking up.

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  • You always have such classy and classic styles, I don't know how you did the no shopping since Dec, especially for a style blogger! xo Sheree http://poshclassymom.com IG: @Poshclassymom
    • Hi Sheree! Thank you for stopping by. Well, I just decided to be content with what I have and tried to just remix my pieces. It was definitely refreshing!
  • vanity andme
    Love this classic look, just stunning. Thank you for hosting x
    • Thank you! Glad you stopped by and hope you have a great week!
  • Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom
    I really love this blazer + denim preppy look on you! I can't wait to hear about the lipstick shades you'll be sharing later this week. I've been wearing some lighter shades the last couple of weeks, bring on Spring! Carrie curlycraftymom.com
    • Yes! Bring on spring shades of clothing and makeup!
  • Such a great classic look! Blazers and jeans are always a favorite of mine. I also prefer to be a bit dressed when I go shopping. Hope you enjoyed your time and found some fab pieces. :)
    • Thanks, Jennie! I really do love to look put together when I go shopping. Makes me feel like I'm working to accomplish something. I actually think better when I'm dressed appropriately!
  • I am starting to shop more dresses, skirts and shorts soon although I find myself reaching more and more for shoes for the Spring and summer. I can't wait to see what you buy for these seasons. Rachel xo http://garaytreasures.com
    • I definitely need help in the shoe department!
  • RedTagChicLA
    Love the polished chic of this classic look - Have a lovely Monday!!! Rebecca http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
    • Thank you, Rebecca! Glad you stopped by today!
  • Oh how fun, I can't wait to hear what you got! I've been looking for ways to add more color and pattern to my wardrobe for spring too, although I did a little shopping this weekend and came home with a solid navy blue skirt... ha! I love this classic, dressed-up casual look!
    • Colors and patterns are so important in a good wardrobe. I so tend to forget that though.
  • Love the grey blazer with the pearls!
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  • Happinessatmidlife
    You have some great discipline for not shopping for that long! Love the look with the denim and blazer! Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week! Alice www.happinessatmidlife.com Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
    • Thank you, Alice! Glad you stopped by today. Hope you have a great week!
  • Jodie Filogomo
    I think you're dressed perfectly for going shopping...I know i'm old, but when I see people in their workout clothes & pj's at the malls---ugh!! jodie www.jtouchofstyle.com thanks for hosting!!
    • I agree, Jodie! I like to look like I happened on purpose not just rolled out of bed. Have a great week!
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  • Ohh! I'm so excited to see what you bought! I bet you were the best dressed person at the mall!
    • That's funny! I was so excited to be shopping that I didn't pay attention to anyone else...plus I was on a mission! New clothes was a mission!
  • Rachel Rinderknecht
    I love your necklace! You always look so classy! :) Rachel Simply Rachel Nicole
  • Love this classy/casual look on you. The shoes & necklace really pull it all together. So pretty!
    • Thank you, friend! I felt like I was dressed on purpose.
  • Darcy from A Memory of Us
    Great blazer! www.amemoryofus.com
  • Celia M. - High Heeled Life
    Great blazer and loving that statement necklace! Thank you for hosting. :)
  • jess
    Very nice classic look Carrie! Love the blazer and those leopard shoes. I am experimenting this year with wearing my hair n a chignon and ponytail for the warmer months. I love yours up too jess xx www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
    • Thanks, Jess! I can't wait to see what gorgeous looks you create with your hair. I know it will be lovely!
  • Love the look, that jacket is a great color for you. But more importantly, what did you buy?!
    • Right! I know I can't wait to start sharing. I wore some new pants and top today. I felt so refreshed to be out of jeans!
  • Love this simple, put together look! Very classy-casual and definitely perfect for a shopping trip. Mary www.marymurnane.com
    • Thank you, Mary! I do love to shop when I feel more put together.
  • Laura
    Absolutely love this sophisticated classic look!
  • Alexis Grant
    That's a great combo - casual and sophisticated. Love it!