Jeans: Zara ($49.90) // Shirt: H&M ($24.95) // Scarf:c/o Amber Kane
Clutch: c/o Jordana Paige (use code DD815 to get 10% off)
Jewelry: Rocksbox (use code downtowndemurexoxo to get a month of jewelry for free)
One of my favorite perks of blogging is connecting with awesome people — other Christians, female entrepreneurs and small business owners. I love it! Each positive interaction I have through my blog is so special to me. That’s why I was thrilled to meet and work with Amber Kane, maker of fabulous hand woven cotton scarves and pillows. I stalked Amber’s scarves for a good while (and literally ‘liked’ every scarf photo she posted on Instagram). So when she asked me to style one of her gorgeous scarves, I had to say yes. When I received the Isadora scarf, I knew immediately that I wanted to put together a vibrant shoot with heavy contrast. The bright yellow and white storefront at the Piece Collective in Los Angeles made for the perfect spot to showcase the beauty of this scarf.
I don’t normally feature casual jean looks on here, but I couldn’t resist shooting my new favorite jeans: these white flares from Zara. If you’re like me, you’re growing tired of your worn out skinny jeans, and you’re searching for summer jeans that are both fun and flattering, yet not suffocating. If so, take a page from your parents’ fashion playbook book circa 1975 and invest in a sturdy pair of flared jeans.
I know what you’re thinking. There is NO way I’m sliding all of this into flared jeans. But, trust me. Flared jeans are surprisingly flattering on, and they instantly elongate your legs and add a bit of polish to your outfit. Flared jeans are the “it” jeans of the season and likely aren’t going away anytime soon. You don’t have to go full-out bell bottom (though that style is popular too right now). You can get a subtle flare, like the jeans I’m wearing here. Don’t be afraid to give them a try.
If you’re admiring Amber’s scarves but not sure you can afford one, head on over to my Instagram. I’m giving away a $50 gift certificate to Amber’s store. If you’re looking for an awesome pair of flared jeans to wear every day this summer, here are some affordable options:
Linking up with these lovely blogs: Happiness At Mid Life // Red Closet Diary // Mix Match Fashion
Style Files // The Wednesday Pants
So tell me, would you ever wear flared jeans in public?
The Comments
Ada
Hi there. This is Ada. =) First of all I want to say I am glad I found your blog a few weeks ago and have been admiring your style and pinning your adorable outfits. You are very pretty, too. I am in love with my white skinny jeans and am wearing in today’s post also. Yours look lovely and fresh with the classic white button-down and adding the blue breezy scarf was genius!
You got a new fan. Thanks for stopping by my blog the other day as well.
P.S. How do I follow you?
<3 Ada.
Elizabeth
> AdaHi Ada! You’re sweet comment just made my morning! Thank you. I’m so glad I found you’re blog via a linkup. You’re an absolute doll. You have a new fan as well! You can follow me via email in the sidebar or on Instagram @downtowndemure. I’m going to add you on IG now. 🙂
Elizabeth
> AdaI couldn’t find your social media links. Are you on Instagram or Facebook?
Elizabeth
> AdaJust wanted to jump in and say that my name’s Ada too! I just go by my middle name Elizabeth. I don’t know anyone else with that name 🙂
Elizabeth
> ElizabethWait, seriously?!?
Courtney Kincaid
You are ROCKING this white on white. I’ve been a little hesitant with this trend (pale red head, here!) but I always think it looks to fierce!
PS, can we share closets?
Elizabeth
> Courtney KincaidThanks, girlie! I think you should go for it worth a cute white shirt dress.
Grace Liang
I love the flare white jeans so much! The white on white look is so crisp and pretty! That scarf is super cute too! Love your style! By the way, thank you so much for your very cute and nice comment on my blog a few days ago!
Grace
http://colorandgrace.com/
Elizabeth
> Grace LiangYou are so very welcome! Thanks for sharing the love, grace!
Alecz
Such a simple, crisp outfit. I’m loving the half tucked in shirt and the blue scarf!
http://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com
Elizabeth
> AleczThanks, Alecz!
Margaret
So cute! Love whit-on-white!
-Margaret
http://happyinheels.blogspot.com/
Elizabeth
> MargaretThanks, Margaret!
Happiness at Mid Life
The monochromatic white look makes you so long and lean (which I am sure you are ). A great summery look!
Thank you for joining TBT Fashion link up and hope to see you next week. Have a great weekend!
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Elizabeth
> Happiness at Mid LifeThank you, Alice! I’m not as long and lean as I appear in pictures (thank you, heels!). Haha. So much love for you and your awesome link-up! See you next Thursday 😉
Natasha Atkerson
You look gorgeous! I keep meaning to try a monochromatic outfit, thus far I haven’t.
Must remember to try that.
Natasha
A modest fashion blog: http://www.natashaatkerson.blogspot.com
Elizabeth
> Natasha AtkersonThanks girlie! I love monochromatic palettes. I default to monochromatic outfits, so I may be biased. I recommend trying it! Share the post with me if you do. 🙂
Ann
Your blog is so pretty! Your pictures and style are perfection!
-Ann
Elizabeth
> AnnYou’re so sweet! Thank you, Ann!
Chelsea
I could not agree more how nice it is to meet genuine and kind people through blogging. I love that this post highlights that fact and a beautiful scarf 🙂
Chelsea
Ginger Side of Life
Elizabeth
> ChelseaThank you so much, Chelsea! You have a beautiful blog, btw.
Lindsey
I love flared jeans and will definitely wear them out in public! Sometimes I feel like flared jeans are more comfortable than skinnies. Thank you for promoting modest clothing, I appreciate it so much! Especially in a world where being modest isn’t the most popular thing to do.
Thanks for linking up at Style to Inspire!
Lindsey
http://www.brushingourwaythroughlife.blogspot.com
Elizabeth
> LindseyThank you so much for that sweet comment, Lindsey! Fortunately, I think more people are starting to see the value in modest dress, so I’m hoping the rise in modest fashion will continue. And I agree — flares can be much more comfortable the skinnies (if you can find a pair that don’t require heels!). I’m enjoying giving my legs a little more breathing room. 🙂
Cynthia @ My Rose Colored Shades
I love white on white. It’s so fresh and chic. You look beautiful in these pictures and I love the backdrop. That gorgeous scarf really stands out against the white. ~Cynthia
Elizabeth
> Cynthia @ My Rose Colored ShadesYou are so sweet! Thank you, Cynthia!
rhea
love the white on white combo! (and your photo just made me miss LA more)
<3 rhea @ rheaetcetera.com
Elizabeth
> rheaThanks, girlie! LA misses you too! Hope you’re able to visit soon. ❤️
Rachelle
Love this all white look, so prefect against your complexion. For now I am sticking to my skinnies, mostly because I’m 5’4 and flared jeans make me look short and chunky lol. I would have to always wear heels with them, but they suit you perfectly. So happy to have stumbled upon you 🙂
xo
PinkSole
Elizabeth
> RachelleThank you so much, Rachelle! I completely understand. I’m still a skinnies denim myself. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by! I’m glad to have stumbled upon you as well, new friend.