If you’re read this blog for a while, you’ll know that, historically, I’ve subscribed to the more is more philosophy when it comes to style. There never used to be an accessory, or print mix, or loud colour combo, that I didn’t love. So I think we can say that my recent sartorial efforts are positively minimalist by comparison. And then we have an outfit like this one. Less is more, indeed.
And you know what? I loved it. Even aside from the Good Hair Day. It was comfortable, and simple, and I still felt stylish – without looking entirely out of place for my afternoon stroll in the “wilderness” with the kidlets.
Yup, it was that time of year: the J family’s first trip of the season to Whitemud Ravine. We love going there because it’s quiet and scenic, and a conveniently short drive from our house. You feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere (a very pretty nowhere) – right in the middle of the city.
It’s also where we like to take an annual “state of the little J’s” photo … which didn’t turn out quite so well this year due to a distinct lack of cooperation on the part of the subjects.
If this looks relatively sedate, be assured that the other 99 photos looked more like this. Or worse.
Another activity this outfit is perfectly suited for? Toddler wrangling. Yee-haw!
I think this is still very you because of the style of the shirt and the glasses. Seems like a great outfit to wrangle kids all day long. Hope you’re enjoying your vaca!!
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Sigh, I wish it was a vacation! It was just a weekend outing, but fun nonetheless.
Thanks 🙂
Super cute outfit!!! And I love that you head to the same place on your outing to take a photo each year – super cute mini tradition 🙂
It started by accident, but this is the 3rd year in a row that we’ve done it, so it’s definitely a tradition. We do a similar thing every time we visit Vancouver (about once a year) – we take those cheesy tourist photos at the Aquarium. It’s so cool to see the kids grow, photo by photo.
Very cute outfit! I also count as someone who previously subscribed to a “more is more” philosophy with my outfits. I still do for work outfits, too, but for casual wear, I’ve been accessorizing less and less.
Me too! Maybe it’s a summer thing, or a getting older-and-wiser thing 😉
gimme dis outfit. i want to wear it all summer.
You can totes have it. It’s nothing fancy, just fun. I think the Old Navy top would look fab with your wardrobe.
Lookin great, mama! Such a cute little family! 🙂
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Aww, thanks!
I like this one, it’s simple and easy to wear.. I’ve been gravitating towards that style too, as of late.
There’s beauty in simplicity, they say. Definitely ease too.
You’ve just solidified my need (yes, need…as opposed to want) for this top.
Hahaha! Glad I could help 😉