Dressing up jeans and a T-shirt + link up

August 19, 2018

Dressing up jeans and a T-shirt, Boohoo T-shirt, Parisian flare hem skinny jeans, Zara polka dot bag, Marks and Spencer polka dot slingbacks

I’ve always been a bit of a daydreamer, so this T-shirt is quite appropriate (rêveur is French for dreamer). I used to get told off by my teachers frequently for staring out of the window instead of concentrating on what I was supposed to be doing. I have a low boredom threshold, but one outfit I never tire of is jeans and a T-shirt. Now the weather is cooler it’s my go-to off duty uniform.

Even with such a simple combination, it’s possible to make it interesting…it’s all in the details. These flared hem jeans are a fun alternative to plain skinnies, and are perfect for drawing attention to quirky shoes. I chose these slingbacks because I like the mix of polka dots with the black and white stripes on the T-shirt. Having a bag to match them brings it all together nicely.

Dressing up jeans and a T-shirt, Boohoo T-shirt, Parisian flare hem skinny jeans, Zara polka dot bag, Marks and Spencer polka dot slingbacks

Not so long ago I wouldn’t have worn a T-shirt because I thought they made me look too blocky, but now they’re one of my wardrobe staples. It helps that there are so many fun options (remember my banana T-shirt?). Getting the right fit and a good quality fabric makes a big difference. I like the longer length of this red one from Boohoo; it works well with slim-fitting jeans or trousers, and can be knotted at the front if you want to make it shorter (one of my favourite tricks!).

Dressing up jeans and a T-shirt is easy: just add ruffles, sequins, polka dots…or whatever takes your fancy!

A plain black jacket would have felt a bit boring, so I pulled out this old one from Aftershock. The sequinned lapels add a subtle shimmer…well why save sequins for evenings? Dressing up jeans and a T-shirt is easy: just add ruffles, sequins, polka dots…or whatever takes your fancy!

Do you like to dress up jeans and a T-shirt, or keep it casual instead?

Dressing up jeans and a T-shirt, Boohoo T-shirt, Parisian flare hem skinny jeans, Zara polka dot bag, Marks and Spencer polka dot slingbacks

Dressing up jeans and a T-shirt, Boohoo T-shirt, Parisian flare hem skinny jeans, Zara polka dot bag, Marks and Spencer polka dot slingbacks

Dressing up jeans and a T-shirt, Boohoo T-shirt, Parisian flare hem skinny jeans, Zara polka dot bag, Marks and Spencer polka dot slingbacks

H&M face earrings

 

SHOP THE LOOK

Dressing up jeans and a T-shirt, Boohoo T-shirt, Parisian flare hem skinny jeans, Zara polka dot bag, Marks and Spencer polka dot slingbacks

Boohoo T-shirt c/o | Parisian jeans | Marks and Spencer shoes (similar) | Zara bag (similar) | Aftershock jacket (similar) | Ralph Lauren sunglasses

 

 


 

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Disclaimer: I was giften the T-shirt in exchange for a review. All words and opinions are my own and completely honest. This post contains affiliates links which means if you click on them and/or purchase via a link I may earn a few pennies, at no extra cost to you. This helps towards the running costs of the blog and is very much appreciated.

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12 responses to “Dressing up jeans and a T-shirt + link up”

  1. amy says:

    Love that tee! Such a hip outfit.

  2. Sasha says:

    This is such a fun outfit, Emma! I love your polka dot accessories and those earrings are fabulous! Hope you have a great week! XXX

  3. They are some mighty cute shoes Emma!

  4. Cool and fun outfit Emma. You always look so radiant! Those earrings are fun! xx

  5. Nancy Baten says:

    I had the same at school! Always staring out of the window, school was so boring. Lovely shoes!

  6. I do like dressing up T-shirt and jeans with a smart jacket. It’s no longer a rule breaker.

    https://www.muttonstyle.com

  7. Kim says:

    What a cute look. The addition of polka dots is such a great idea. Plus, I’m secretly wanting a pair of ruffled hem pants…

  8. I agree that the shape and fit of tee’s has come a long way! This one is super cute and I love your fun shoes paired with it!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

  9. Cute! Cute! Cute! I do love to dress up jeans and tee shirt. My favorite way is loads of pearls and killer shoes. But I am really digging these ruffle hemmed jeans, fun shoes and sequined jacket! You are rocking this look, for sure!

    Shelbee
    http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com

  10. Katya says:

    I guess we also have mood swings in terms of being picky with the outfits we’ll be wearing. I honestly prefer a simpler GO TO outfit would be a more desirable option. That makes me go to the side of the shirt and jeans team.

    StyleSprinter Blog by Katya Bychkova

  11. I like the way you dressed up your jean very much, dear Emma!
    Hugs from Austria, Traude
    https://rostrose.blogspot.com/2018/08/bunter-sommer-2018-freunde-musik-natur.html

  12. Alice V says:

    I love that T-shirt! I think red may be your color! #BrillantBlogPosts

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