It’s Not That Serious + Link-Up
Kimono Aztec Vest: Altar’d State (VERY similar here) | Shirt: Altar’d State | Lace Shorts: LOFT (similar) | Boots: Target (on MAJOR sale) | Foldover Clutch: Ooh Baby Designs c/o | Earrings: Nickel and Suede c/o | Cuff: Your Words Cuffs c/o (Use code MOLLY for 10% off) | Watch: Vierra Watches c/o (Use code BEINGMOLLY for 10% off)
I wore this outfit the other day and my friend was like, “I LOVE THAT! I would have NEVER thought to put that together.” To me, that was a HUGE outfit success. Y’all know how much I LOVE fashion. I love what a good outfit can do to your self-esteem, your mood, your day, etc. Fashion sends a message. It tells people, without using words, what you want to convey about yourself.
But the fact is, sometimes I think people take fashion way too seriously. I especially see it in the blogging community… and I’m definitely guilty of this… taking way too much time to obsess over whether an outfit is “perfect” and “blogable” and “Instagrammable” and “#allfothethings.”
You guys, it’s not that serious. If an outfit works, AWESOME. If it doesn’t, don’t stress about it. You can CHANGE CLOTHES. You can take it off. You can never wear that outfit again. Fashion is not a tattoo. An outfit is not permanent.
So, TRY something different. Try something fun. Pair different patterns together… throw on a bold color… wear a long vest with shorts… twirl in the street (or don’t… haha)… Have FUN with it. Fashion should be FUN. It should be a way to stretch your creative juices.
Have fun. Make yourself smile. And if it doesn’t work… don’t stress about it… wear something different tomorrow.
What about you? Do you take fashion “risks” for the heck of it? What thing about fashion is most fun for you? Or is it all just miserable? Haha!
Welcome to Let it Shine…..the new, revamped Funday Monday! After two years….we decided to rename our link up to something we felt would be a better fit. Thus, Let it Shine! Why the name? Because we want this link up to be just that…..your chance to let it shine. We’ll be sharing our favs here each week and on social media…….
/ Navy Trench / Postpartum Fashion /
Another place we will be showcasing our favs? The Let It Shine Pinterest Board! So, go ahead…..and Let it Shine!
I love the message of this post! I am brand new to this whole blogging thing and honestly have been freaking myself out over the past couple of days about not being good/fashionable/creative enough to start a blog and your message reminded me why I decided to start one in the first place, to have creative outlet and a fun project to work on! Thank you!
I love the items that you put together to make a unique outfit! Looking forward to linking up with you on Mondays! Xo, Stephanie
Love your style Molly! Especially the pops of teal in this outfit. I do take fashion risks just for the thrill of being a risk taker. I also like walking down the street and making people think twice about what I am wearing (at least I hope I do!) Although I do not photograph and post all these outfits to my blog because sometimes all those risks fail & ultimately I reconsider what I am wearing. One of my favorite quotes which I feel defines my own personal style is “The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried” – Steven McCraine Does anyone else feel this way about their own style?! Oh, and thanks for hosting the link up!
Rebecca// http://www.daisydisdain.com
I love this look on you!! Beautiful XO
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Totally agree! People do take it wayyy too seriously, including myself. Sometimes I will spend so much time fixing an outfit for a post. Loving this outfit btw. The print is incredible and you mixed so many unique pieces and they work perfectly together! Love every item that you are wearing!
Denise | Fashion Love Letters
Whoahhhhhh major cutie alert!!!!!!!! Molly you look so fabulous and more than a little gorgeous in this outfit… top marks for photos that made me smile the most today too 🙂
Thank you for hosting, much love to you!
Catherine x
notdressedaslamb.com
You are so cute! Seriously loving your personal style. xx, Hayley http://www.dailydoseofdarling.com
Love the pictures, you look like you’re having so much fun! Agreed on the fashion idea…it’s not permanent so give it a try=)
you look fantastic! love this boho gorgeousness! Thank you so much for hosting, this is one of my fave linkies and thank you even more for featuring my lil pic of the navy trench … has made my day!xxxx
I love this outfit! Your friend is right, it’s not something that I would have thought to put together, but it look so fabulous!
Paige
http://thehappyflammily.com
SO true love this! I’ve always struggled with feeling confident in my fashion choices, but it’s so true that it’s not that big of a deal and I just need to try stuff! 🙂
This was SO refreshing to hear, such a great reminder. I’m definitely guilty of taking it too seriously sometimes, but I started a blog to have more fun with style and fashion–why should I let that go?! Love what you said here Molly, as always! 🙂
And your friend was right, this is such a great look–such an unexpected, but cute, combo that totally works!
Love this post! I am all about taking risks and having fun with fashion. When we start to take it too seriously, all the fun is sucked out of it! Fashion is supposed to uplift and inspire rather than becoming a source of stress and worry! You are ROCKING that kimono vest lady!
Robyn
Feel Great Fashion
Being over-fifty, I have a lot of people telling me what I should or should not wear, of which I completely dismiss. Fashion is all about fun to me. I love a fun, fashion style. I will be doing a post later this week on a style that is super fun.
Love this outfit! I also love thinking “outside the box” and shopping my closet for new looks!
xo, Lee
This is so cute!! I agree that style is what you make it! I have never really had a personal style, and sometimes I wish I did. But it is also fun to make certain styles your own(: And I dont know how I ever lived without those earrings! I have five pairs now! Susan
Oh….my….goodness! This is absolutely adorable. You rock this look.
Cute bag! Stop by my Wednesday link up (still live) if you get a chance 🙂
http://www.sydneyfashionhunter.com/
I love this outfit too! The pop of turquoise is so cool.
Alyssa
Glitter and Grey
I adore the pop of turquoise accessories! Such a flawless look and I love how happy you are in these photos. So many bloggers are too serious and I love that you can tell you are really enjoying yourself with these photos. Love! Happy Monday!
Chelsea
Ginger Side of Life
Love your turquoise accessories! They really make the outfit come alive. Thank you for hosting. Come on over an link up your great outfit on Shoe and Tell Fashion Link Up on Style Nudge.
Cherie
http://www.stylenudge.com
I love love love this outfit! xo
Crissy
http://www.somevelvetmorningblog.com
This is outfit!! Holy moly adorable!!
Fashion or style should really be fun!!!
Best!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com