Monochrome Summer

Thursday, June 12, 2014







Top: Zara (here)
Skirt: H&M (similar here & here)
Bag: Forever 21 (similar here)

There's something about the sight of palm trees that instantly lifts my mood. As an East Coast girl, I always see them as the first indications of paradise. It is no surprise that I've been embracing the trend towards palm tree prints this summer. I can just imagine Meryl Streep scoffing and saying, "Palm trees? For summer? Groundbreaking." Nonetheless, I can't resist wearing the quirky but classy print.

This top is meant to be purchased with the matching midi skirt, but lately I've been trying to buy clothing that I know I will wear countless times. In this case, I knew that I would only wear the midi skirt for very specific occasions because of my height (or lack thereof). I paired this crop top with a black maxi skirt instead to emphasize the print. Although this is a monochrome look, it is still fit for summer because the top gives off a subtle athletic vibe. Besides, I can't avoid my all-black looks for too long!


25 comments

  1. Wow amazing outfit, i love the top just perfect for summer.
    http://sophialastyles.blogspot.co.uk

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  2. love this look! i always try to buy clothes i know i will be able to wear a lot but lets be honest sometimes we all do thins under an impulse!
    i adore the palm tree print it is just perfect for summer! love the black and white styling x
    Nitabiti

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    1. Aw thank you Weronika! I totally agree haha. I've been trying to control the impulse situations!

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  3. this is so cute! I love the top, it is definitely summer wear! I love your black and white looks.

    love always,
    Karina

    thelovelylook.com

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  4. Ooo, I love this monochrome outfit! The top is adorable! I'm pretty sure you can style the top in different ways <3

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    xoxo, Claire from Vancouver, Canada

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  5. you look so wonderful <3

    x Maria
    New outfit post up on my blog
    featuring my new light pink summer dress
    www.retrostreetstation.blogspot.de

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  6. That crop top is too cute! What a great summery piece. I can't get over how cute your hair looks!


    xo freshfizzle

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    1. Haha thank you Tania! I love your shorter hair as well!

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  7. Amazing look! Maxi sexy :) Best wishes!

    anormalnyswiat.blogspot.com

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  8. Hey Christina, its Shelley!!! Your blog is looking amazing♡♡ love each and of your outfits!!! Please check out my blog too♡♡

    Whiteseashells.blogspot.com

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    1. Aw thank you Shelley! I'll definitely check out your blog!!

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  9. Absolutely adore that top; I agree, palm trees are simply the best :)
    Your blog is great too, going back to check out past posts now! Would you like to follow each other on GFC or bloglovin'?

    -Helena
    helenashideaway.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks Helena! :) I will definitely check out your blog!

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  10. That's a really pretty top, babe! I love the black and white look!

    xx,
    Diane
    www.modernisticphoenix.blogspot.com

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  11. Great outfit! I have been craving for a black maxi skirt for a while and now I have to get it for sure!! You look amazing!

    xx,
    www.mellowyellowblog.com

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  12. Super cute crop top! The outfit goes together nicely :)

    x TFLA: www.thisfashionloveaffair.com x

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