You know what I don’t have a lot of? The basics. I’m an impulse buyer of the standout pieces that make my heart sing. I’m not saying that’s a bad thing, but I’m trying to get back to having a more well-rounded wardrobe. In partnership with the 50th and France Business Association I went shopping at my favorite location to  3 stores to find pieces to round out my wardrobe: Equation, Evereve, and Athleta.  

– A Breezy Top –

Something you can throw on with straight leg jeans or shorts and go. 

Polka Dot Tie Front Blouse |Denim ‘Frame Le High Straight’ | Vince Camuto Snake Print Heels | Bracelet | Necklace Stella & Dot Engravable Disc and Star Pave 

Free People Tee | Denim ‘Frame Le High Straight’ |Marc Fisher ‘Sammy’ Wedge

Mustard Peasant Blouse | Denim Frame ‘Le High Straight’ | Vince Camuto ‘Citriana’ Snake Sandal

#StyleTip: When a knot feels too casual, create a faux wrap tuck! Leave the last 3-4 buttons unbuttoned and grab the tails of the shirt holding one in each hand. Cross the left over the right and tuck it into the waistline of your pants and then cross the right over the left and tuck it into the waistline on the opposite side. You can find a video on my Instagram page (@mamaseeman) under the Style Tips highlights if my instructions are unclear. It’s easier to show than try to describe with words. 

Denim Hudson ‘Holly High Rise Boot Crop’ | Sanctuary ‘Steady Boyfriend Shirt’ | Free People Bralette | Marc Fisher ‘Glenna’ Wedge

– A sundress –

Something that moves with the wind and something that hugs the curves

Free People ‘Kikas’ Printed Maxi | Vince Camuto ‘Citriana’ Snake Sandal | Bangles c/o Style Hunt (use code mamaseeman10 for 10% off when ordering online!)

Yellow Dress by Ulla Johnson (Not found online. Similar here, here, and the one I bought from Target for less here) | Dolce Vita Sandals| Handbag by Ulla Johnson (similar for less here and here)| Jewels by Jenny Bird: Hoops, Multi Chain Bracelet

Splendid Swing Dress | New Balance ‘247 Guava Pop’ Sneakers (online here and here) 

Striped n:Philanthropy Dress (similar for less here) | Leopard Crop Jacket (on sale!)

MISA Domino Midi Dress (in red here and in a slightly different style with sleeves here and a thicker strap here) | Jenny Bird Cuff | Tess + Tricia Zodiak Necklace | Cult Gaia ‘Ark’ Handbag (similar for less here)

– A Denim Alternative –

For when jeans feel like too much effort. 

Sundry Jumpsuit (on sale!)| Anorak Camo Jacket | Metallic Birkenstocks

Zadig & Voltaire Camo Jacket | Tie-Dye Jumpsuit (similar here)| Dolce Vita ‘Nelly’ Sandals (also linked here)

#StyleTip: Create the illusion of a jumpsuit by pairing a high waisted jogger with a matching tank. 

Athleta Skyline Pant in Cinnamon | Ribbed Tank 

Linen Shorts | Ribbed Tank | White Bomber Jacket 

Crop Sports Bra | Elation 8″ Powervita Short | Northstar Shirt |Camo Baseball Hat 

What are some gaps you’ve identified in your wardrobe lately that you want help filling? I’m always taking suggestions on my Amy Seeman’s #StyleTips Facebook group page so be sure to join that if you haven’t already! Wine and What To Wear Wednesdays are a weekly highlight of mine for sure. It’s an excuse to drink virtually with my tribe and pass off putting my kids to bed, if we are being honest here and we are always being honest here, aren’t we?! 

XO,

Amy