Blazer: Theory, similar
Top: Zara, similar
Shorts: Zara, similar
Shoes: Enzo Angiolini
Clutch: Kate Spade via Nordstrom Rack, similar
Earrings: BaubleBar
Bracelets: BaubleBar, C. Wonder
I hope your week is going well! Is it sad that I’m ready for Friday even though it is only Wednesday? Something about late nights and early morning meeting don’t work well for me….
Even though it is summer and we all know how much I love color, there is something so easy and chic about black and white. I love a great pair of dressy shorts, especially since we know how hot it gets here in Atlanta… These shorts from Zara are perfect they are flattering, but not too tight. A white top with interesting cutouts at the top and great accessories elevate this look from basic. This is perfect outfit for dinner with friends/date night. For a more casual look, I would switch out the blazer for a jean jacket (or no jacket depending on the night!).
Are you guys fans of dressy shorts?
Thanks for reading! I hope you have a great day!
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Ivete Correa
July 9, 2014 @ 11:35 am
Love, love, love this look! I am all about dressy shorts and when paired with a tank and blazer, I’m all in. You look gorgeous! :-) By the way, I think you released your Friday post a little early. xoxo
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:50 am
Thanks Ivete! Lol, I was wondering why people were commenting on that post!
Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/)
July 9, 2014 @ 11:38 am
Shorts that are not too tight are a miracle nowadays, you look so sharp and sexy.
xo
PinkSole
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:50 am
So true! Thanks Rachelle!
Whitney and Blaire
July 9, 2014 @ 12:22 pm
I love dressy shorts! They are perfect for the summer! That jacket is fabulous!
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:50 am
Thanks Whitney and Blaire!
Kreyola
July 9, 2014 @ 1:43 pm
Cute and chic! I love the paring of the tank and with the blazer that outfit is complete.
Kreyola Jounerys
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:51 am
Thanks Kreyola!
Elegance and Mommyhood
July 9, 2014 @ 1:55 pm
Another great look featuring shorts. Your shorts, clutch and earrings are beautiful and I love the way that tank is cut on the neckline.
Happy Hump Day, Nicole!! Ada. =)
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:51 am
Thanks Ada! I hope your week is going well!
Lindsay Truax
July 9, 2014 @ 2:03 pm
Love the blazer. Great outfit.
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:51 am
Thanks Lindsay!
Rebecca
July 9, 2014 @ 2:53 pm
Wow Nicole….you’re looking as hot as Summer! Love the fresh look on those shorts!!
Rebecca
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:52 am
Thanks Rebecca!!
Cara Northcutt
July 9, 2014 @ 3:13 pm
Eeeek the clutch I was lusting after and sold out! Love these shorts too!
xx Cara
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:52 am
I was so excited to find it at Nordstrom Rack because I missed it in store also!
Marta C
July 9, 2014 @ 3:51 pm
Perfectly styled look-what a fab clutch!!
Marta, xo
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:53 am
Thanks Marta!
Leaving the Corner & Dipping My Toes
July 9, 2014 @ 4:02 pm
Black and white with shorts it’s a trend, I’m telling you :)
Love those shorts
Natalia
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:54 am
Lol, I’m trying to make it a trend! Thanks Natalia!
Lyndsay
July 9, 2014 @ 4:25 pm
This is such a great outfit, love those shorts!
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:56 am
Thanks Lyndsay!
Johanna
July 9, 2014 @ 5:23 pm
I love this look – you look great. That tank and clutch are perfect summer staples. Hot hot hot!
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:57 am
Thanks Johanna!!
Kat Tanita (With Love From Kat)
July 9, 2014 @ 7:28 pm
You look amazing in this outfit!
xo Kat
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:57 am
Thanks Kat!
meg
July 9, 2014 @ 7:30 pm
Love it! I’m totally a fan of dressy shorts, they’re pretty much my go-to for summer when the heat is at its worst. I’m loving this look on you!
xx
Meg
http://musicallyfashionable.blogspot.com
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 1:58 am
Thanks Meg! You’re right, they are perfect for the summer heat!
KP
July 9, 2014 @ 7:51 pm
I adore that bag!
Eleventh & Sixteenth
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:05 am
Thanks KP!
Maggie
July 9, 2014 @ 8:34 pm
I am in love with your chic blazer! That white and black combo is so classic and elegant! And I’m definitely ready for Friday :)
Maggie
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:05 am
Thanks Maggie! I think we are both so ready!
Lauren McBride
July 9, 2014 @ 9:35 pm
Stop it!!! I love that little clutch!! So cute!
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:06 am
Thanks Lauren! I was so excited to find it at Nordstrom Rack!
Megan Myers-Bell
July 9, 2014 @ 9:52 pm
I’m all about book clutches and own the “Pride & Prejudice” one but love this “Great Expectations” version, too. Actually, I love this whole look. One of my favorites, Nicole!
Megan // http://www.fyeahblog.com
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:07 am
Thanks! How did I not know that there was a “Pride & Prejudice” version?! I think I need that one now!
JacketSociety Nora M
July 9, 2014 @ 10:10 pm
I really like this look on you. Personally I have always loved dressy shorts especially with a jacket and this look is great!
Nora
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:07 am
Thanks Nora!
Bogi RedReticule
July 9, 2014 @ 10:22 pm
Wonderful outfit! I love how simple and sophisticated it looks. I am a sucker for blazers and I absolutely love this one.
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:15 am
Thanks!!
Shannon Jenkins
July 9, 2014 @ 10:58 pm
So pretty and classy! Love black and white and that clutch is to die for!!
<3 Shannon
upbeatsoles.blogspot.com
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:15 am
Thanks Shannon!!
Tracy Miller
July 9, 2014 @ 11:14 pm
This is such a glamorous look. I love dressy shorts and wish that I lived closer to a Zara.
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:16 am
Thanks Tracy! Zara is a great source of affordable fashion!
Lorna mai ltd
July 9, 2014 @ 11:20 pm
Wow! Your looks is striking, with and without jacket! I love Zara its one of my favourite stores. I never would have worn white upon white but it works so well. The white stands out on your beautiful skin.
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:16 am
Thanks Lorna!
Pixela hazard
July 10, 2014 @ 1:07 am
Great Kate spade clutch! I’ve always wanted to get away with tailored shorts for work. Love them
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Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:23 am
Thanks! I haven’t tried a longer pair for work, but there are definitely some great shorts suits out there.
Head to Toe Chic
July 10, 2014 @ 2:00 am
Loving those shorts and that amazing clutch!!! I’m looking forward to Friday too :)
xo,
Angela
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:23 am
Thanks Angela!!
Anna Baun
July 10, 2014 @ 2:06 am
How much do you just love dressing up shorts?!? And that clutch, girl! Love it!
Anna
alilyloveaffair.com
Nicole Layne
July 10, 2014 @ 2:23 am
Thanks Anna! Aren’t dressy shorts great?!
Kenya Hunter
July 10, 2014 @ 2:34 am
This is really cute! Especially with the blazer! Very summer chic!
xo, Kenya
http://www.kenyalfashionblog.com
Sarah
July 10, 2014 @ 3:27 am
Sexy outfit! Love those shorts. I was ready for the weekend on Monday ;) Great blog.
Sarah
sarahjustinestyle.blogspot.com
t
July 10, 2014 @ 4:48 am
Nice outfit! I love the idea of dressing up shorts and that clutch is so awesome!
xo T.
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Alice Warren
July 10, 2014 @ 5:20 am
I love this outfit and is so perfect for a summer night out. The dressier material of the shorts along with the right accessories really elevate this outfit. I have not figure out how to wear shorts with heels yet.
Alice
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Jennifer Colgrove
July 10, 2014 @ 5:42 am
Rock those dressy shorts girl!!
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Melaina25
July 10, 2014 @ 8:41 am
Love a red lip with a monochrome look!
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Hana Babajic
July 10, 2014 @ 10:23 am
Oh my goodness, that clutch is perfect! And I love those shoes. Great outfit!
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Odellia Mantzur
July 10, 2014 @ 11:01 am
love the shorts and your jacket! nice look :)
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Madeline
July 10, 2014 @ 11:45 am
The blazer looks so good on you, I like the fit. I’ve been really into monochrome outfits lately, so I really like this combination :)
Alecia Mariana
July 10, 2014 @ 12:56 pm
Love these shorts with that blazer and heels! And I am dying for one of the book clutches, love it!
xx,
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Cvetina Cekova
July 10, 2014 @ 2:09 pm
Amazing look! The short are so cute! Stylish and chic look! Love it!
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fromacoffeeshop
July 10, 2014 @ 3:06 pm
I love the shorts but adore that clutch even more!!
awhite
July 10, 2014 @ 3:35 pm
You KNOW I love a dressy short. :) You look great, babe!
-Ashley
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Lauren
July 10, 2014 @ 4:41 pm
Nicole, I totally agree. There is something so classy and chic with the black and white combo, even in summer. Love how polished this look is. I love it on you!
Lauren xo
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Michaela Fisch
July 10, 2014 @ 6:25 pm
I love those dressy shorts!
xo, Michaela
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Kathrine Eldridge
July 10, 2014 @ 7:35 pm
I love black and white looks! I do really like your shorts. Zara has the best pieces!
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Jess
July 10, 2014 @ 8:30 pm
Beautiful and elegant look! =)
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xoxo,
Jess
Stylin' In St. Louis
July 11, 2014 @ 2:31 am
Black and white is always a fabulous color combo! You look gorgeous!
xo,
Jacqueline
stylininstlouis.com
Sabrina
July 11, 2014 @ 3:49 am
Love the classic black and white look!
Sincerely,
Sabrina
365HANGERS
July 11, 2014 @ 4:13 am
Loving this look and the top is so unique. We’re loving the style.
xx 365hangers
Daily Express
July 11, 2014 @ 4:37 am
LOVE this outfit so much and yes I also love, dressy shorts. I think I will be copying this look almost exactly this weekend since I have some very similar pieces, so thanks for the inspiration! :)
Gina — On the Daily Express
Maggie Frost
July 11, 2014 @ 5:02 am
so simple & chic!
xo. maggie
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Mamainheels- Janise
July 11, 2014 @ 6:09 am
What a chic outfit! LOVE the blazer!!! Thank you for stopping by :)
xo,
Janise
http://MamaInHeels.com
Chaicy Style A Pastiche
July 11, 2014 @ 8:36 am
Pretty!! I’m soo in love with this look.. especially the clutch!
xoxo Chaicy – Style.. A Pastiche!
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TRENDSURVIVOR
July 11, 2014 @ 8:43 am
Thanks for stopping by! You look fab with dressy shorts! and yes, I love them too!
x Nina
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Brittany.Blake
July 13, 2014 @ 4:52 pm
Love this dressed up shorts look! The blazer is beautiful and I love the shoes!
Xoxo
Brittany Blake
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J @ Bless Her Heart Y'all
July 13, 2014 @ 7:01 pm
Love this look! I love the black and whites together! Such classic colors coming together for a classy look. I’m pinning this ASAP! :)
tara langdale
July 14, 2014 @ 7:33 pm
that clutch is everything!!! I am stalking Nordstrom asap to find it!!
xoxo,
Tara Belle
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