Gold Dots, A Style Challenge, & #LetItShine Link-Up
Top: Lilly Pulitzer | Cardigan: J.Crew Factory | Jeans: Stitch Fix | Bracelet: Esterlane c/o | Earrings: House of Polynesia c/o | Necklace: 9th and Elm c/o | Clutch: Stitch Fix | Shoes: TOMS
Photography by Em Grey Photography
I often have this oddly strange inner battle with what outfits to share on this blog of mine. Sometimes I think that the simple outfits are the ones I should forgo sharing and just stick to the “creative” outfits (or something)… but then so many of you tell me that the simple outfits or the most casual outfits are your favorite.
I realize that this particular outfit is of course nothing groundbreaking, style-icon-esque, or anything that’s going to make the pages of Elle or InStyle… but it is one of those outfits that is always a classic, always works, always looks good, and you can go to whenever you’re feeling “blech” – ya know?
It’s the outfit formula at it’s best.
I’ve worn this particular top on the blog before and it is still one of my favorite tops… ever. SO glad I snatched it up when I did.
What about you? Do you have any particular outfits that are your go-to or just make you feel put together even when you don’t feel like being put together? ‘Naw mean?
If you are on Instagram, I would LOVE for you to join me for a Fall Style Challenge! I’ve heard from so many of you that you’re looking for REAL, tangible style inspiration… and what better way to get real, tangible style inspiration than from each other?!
SO, I’ve created the #SBMFallStyleChallenge on Instagram! It starts THIS WEDNESDAY, October 1st! Just look at each day’s “inspiration” word and create an outfit that day based upon that particular “challenge” – then, share a photo of you on Instagram (these will ONLY count on Instagram) in your outfit of the day inspired by that day’s style inspiration! I will be posting mine each day as well and I’m hoping to get inspired and create some new looks and dig out old pieces from the closet along with you!
Follow me on Instagram, share your photos using the hashtag #SBMFallStyleChallenge, and each week throughout the month of October, I will feature someone and pick a winner and they will win a $50 e-gift card to a place of their choosing! HUZZAH!!
So, get ready! The first day is Wednesday and the inspiration is “plaid”! Also, feel free to share this graphic on your Instagram and get your friends and family in on the fun!
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Welcome to Let it Shine! Welcome to the new, revamped Funday Monday! After two years, we decided to rename our link up to something we felt was a better fit. Welcome to Let it Shine! Why the name? Because, we want this link up to be just that…..your chance to let it shine! We will be sharing our favorites each week here, and on social media!
/ Layering for Fall / Leather Midi Skirt / Camping /
Another place we will be showcasing our favs? The Let It Shine Pinterest Board! 
Linking up to Let it Shine? Don’t forget to link back to our blogs or share our button, thanks y’all!
I linked up this week, I need some serious help deciding about skinny pants, I’d love to hear your opinion if have a chance to take a look! http://nomoretees.blogspot.com/2014/09/pixie-pant-problems.html
I absolutely love your earrings, the colors just look fantastic on you!
So pretty my friend!!! Love the colors together 🙂
xo,
Angela
Very cute, Molly! Love the top. Simple outfits are what I’m all about, lol. Love it!
~Whitney
http://www.whitneynicjames.com
Love this everyday wearable style! The red and mint are an unexpected pairing and look great together! The style challenge sounds like so much fun! Great idea!
Robyn
http://feelgreatfashion.com/
that is a very pretty top!
Simple classics are my favorite type of outfits. Love the red and mint together. ~Cynthia
Hi Molly! Love the pops of red in this outfit, you look beautiful! Thanks for the shout out 🙂 XO
Lulu
simplylulustyle.com
You’re so cute! I love that clutch and I love the style challenge. Very excited to participate.
I LOVE red and mint together! It is so great for fall! Thank you so much for featuring me in last week’s link up! That is so nice of you! 🙂
Love this outfit! Everyday is the way to be!! 😉
Love the clutch! It adds such a fun detail to the outfit.
xo, Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
Love your top and this casual go to look! Looking forward to your style challenge on Instagram!
Jill
dousedinpink.blogspot.com
Molly I completely agree about the dilemma of posting your “best” outfits on my blog… I always find that my most popular ones are the ones where I’m wearing jeans!! It still rings true that readers want outfit inspiration – and every day outfits will always be the most in-demand.
I adore the gold detailing on your top, and that clutch is sooooo cute! Want!!!!!!
Thanks for being a lovely hosty ;))
Catherine x
notdressedaslamb.com
I love this gold top! That will go with everything! I think my go to outfit for fall is denim with a simple sweater and plaid top layered under it. I am going to try and do the style challenge with you this month! Thanks for the fun! Susan
I love this shirt!! I am SO doing the style challenges, I love it! I was going to do something similar on Instagram but with hair. I didn’t get the guts up to do it though. Bummer. Maybe another month! I can wait for the style one though!
Ciao Molly! I love styledares, so I’ll try to join in with yours as much as I can. Followed you on IG (alexandrabstella) and looking forward to this.
As far as outfits go. I do both. Simple everyday casual outfits and stuff where I’ve tried to be more experimental.
Alex – Funky Jungle
You look great in this outfit. I don’t think I post any outfits that are very creative on my blog but it’s fun to share what I wear and finding people that share a love for clothes too.
Thank you for hosting and hope that you will join my link up on Thursday.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com