Denim Vest + Leopard Scarf

- outfit details - 
top || H&M
denim vest || Lucca (clearance)
pants || H&M
shoes || Ross
scarf || Ross
bag || Francesca's Collections
ring || Gap
lip color || Revlon ColorBurst Matte Balm - "Sultry"

We have less than a month to go until the fall season officially arrives, but I've found it difficult to resist dressing like it's already here! A lighter-weight scarf is a great transition accessory from summer into fall, as is a denim vest (I'm a fan of wearing denim vests pretty much all year round though!). Also, start busting out your leopard print, as animal prints will be another prominent trend for the fall (isn't is always?).

side note //  I've recently become a fan of Revlon ColorBurst Matte Balm! I love how vibrant the colors are and the matte look comes off great both in person and on camera. I don't find myself having to reapply it that often either! So far I've tried "Sultry" (pictured above) and "Audacious" (a bright coral), and I'm probably going to pick up a few other shades! Definitely worth a try if you like experimenting with different lipsticks/balms/glosses.

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Striped T-Shirt Dress

- outfit details - 
dress || Target
vest || Target
sandals || Target
bag || Target
watch || Target
sunglasses || Target (similar)
necklace || Charlotte Russe (old)
nail color || Essie - "mint candy apple"

A striped t-shirt dress is a great addition to your spring/summer wardrobe. This particular one from Target is very comfortable, versatile (I've styled it more dressy with heels before, but mostly I stick with flats like pictured above), and chic (black & white and stripes are timeless!). 

STYLE TIP || For my body type, I've found that when wearing t-shirt style dresses or any dress that isn't fitted around the waste, adding a vest, blazer, denim jacket, belt, etc. helps to give a more flattering shape than the "boxy" look. 

COLOR PALETTE || black + white + light-wash denim + coral + mint 

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{Closet Staple} Denim Vest

- outfit details - 
sweater || H&M
vest || Target
jeans || Target
ankle boots || Forever 21
headband || Charlotte Russe
rings || Forever 21
sunglasses || Forever 21
bag || Phillip Lim for Target
nails || Essie - "Ballet Slippers"

A denim vest is a great staple piece for your closet. The best thing about vests in general is their versatility to translate throughout all seasons. I found this particular denim vest at Target recently and have no doubt I will be looking for many excuses to wear it!

Other trends I'm loving right now are headbands/headscarves and layering midi rings. Forever 21 is a great spot to pick up various styles of midi rings at a low price, especially if you're wanting to experiment with the trend for the first time. (Tip: to avoid the grayish/greenish color that Forever 21 jewelry can leave over time, coat the inside of the ring with a light layer of clear nail polish.) They also have some great headbands/headscarves for spring and summer, again at low prices.

How do you guys like to style denim vests and what other trends are you experimenting with right now? I'd love to hear your feedback in the comments! Thanks for stopping by & have a wonderful Monday! :)