BEACHY BUTTON-UP #OOTD

Top: Billabong [old- similar here, here & here] | Shorts: AE [old, similar here + here] | Sunnies: Quay | Sandals: Rainbow | Initial Necklace: LuluDK [old- similar here] | Earrings: Target [old - similar here]

It feels so good to put up another #OOTD! I haven't really "gotten ready" with hair or makeup in what feels like forever. I shared on IG that the past few weeks have been something else-- I've definitely been feelin' the ebbs and flows. Sometimes you just have to ride the ride and get through them, ya know? I'm finally feeling more like myself this week so I gave the leggings a break + went for this relaxed, beachy outfit today.

I love the look of button-ups with denim. Depending on what pieces you use, it can swing business casual or relaxed and beachy like today's look. Too bad I shot these from a parking lot and not somewhere tropical, LOL! Are you planning to go anywhere for vacation for this summer? Right now I have no plans to but would love it! 

Let's jump into outfit deets. My top is several years old now-- I found it in my closet with the tags still on it so I figured I may as well start wearing it now? I use to be so bad about buying things and never wearing them. Luckily I still think it's cute! This one is made of a lightweight, textured cotton and has tails in the front that you knot. The striping with those details makes it the perfect relaxed top for the summer. I think it would also be really cute unbuttoned with a swimsuit underneath! Since it's no longer available, I found a bunch of similar styles with the same vibe that I love. I'll link them here, here, here + here for you. 

My shorts are also super old from AE... really striking out here with the current fashion! Any pair of denim ones would work-- the more distressed, the better. Even though the button-up is very casual, I think the distressing still helps balance it out and adds some extra texture. AE denim shorts are still some of my faves-- love this pair and this pair.

You already know I couldn't make this a beachy look without my trusty Rainbows! Forever my favorite, most-worn pair of sandals. Super comfy, durable and versatile. I have this skinny strap style but they come in wide strap too. 

Hope you have a great rest of your week, only a few more days until the weekend! :)

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THE BEST CASUAL EVERYDAY UNIFORM

Tee: Aerie [wearing a size small-- oversized!] | Jeans: Topshop [old, similar here + here] | Sunnies: Gucci [similar here + here] | Sandals: Rainbow | Star Necklace: Kendra Scott | Initial Necklace: LuluDK [old- similar here] | Earrings: Nordstrom [on sale right now!!] | Gloss: Fenty 

EVERYDAY UNIFORM INFO

Alright ya'll... I'm starting to realize maybe I need to branch out with these looks. I just don't think I'll ever get tired of a good tee and jeans moment, ya know? At this point it's pretty much my everyday uniform! The great thing is how versatile you can make this. I'm a casual gal so I usually opt for a sandal but this would easily work with a heel and a nice blazer or jacket! It's WAY too hot out here for that, though. The temps reached in the 80s today!

I've mentioned the tee I'm wearing a million times at this point. It checks all the boxes I need it to-- perfectly oversized, washed look, comfy + affordable. I won't keep boring you with the same spiel but you can find all the details in my New Favorite Basic Tee post here. They tend to go on and off sale a lot so I'd keep a watch on them (don't pay regular price!)-- right now they are 25% off here which makes them around $18! I have in several different colors, they are great staples. 

My jeans are an old pair of the Jamie's from Topshop-- I've had them for years but I did find this current/similar pair that look very close to mine. I really like that the new style only has distressing on the knees... thinking I might need to get them too. Just an FYI-- they are more of a jegging than a jean so the fabric hugs your body but is very flattering. My philosophy is always tight pants + a loose top! Has to be one or the other. Also wearing the best favorite sandals ever (check out my Spring & Summer Shoe Staples here) + my normal everyday jewelry. My earrings are these ear crawlers-- they look like you have several piercings in + are currently on major sale. I'll also link my star necklace here + a similar option for my initial necklace (old LuluDK). 

I hope you enjoyed this look! I'd love to know what more you'd like to see on here-- feel free to comment below or DM me on Instagram. You can find me @TheKristenDiary :) 

I love sharing my style with you all! Should you click on or make a purchase through the links in this post, I'll earn some money to keep on shopping! Pretty cool, huh? :)