As part of my “After 5 Event” hosting duties, I had the opportunity to style an outfit from Banana Republic’s always-tempting selection. I seized the chance to snatch up a much-needed summer straw fedora and some neon stripes. Kind of fell in love with this neat little ladylike raffia purse and this military-esque vest thing, too.
In retrospect, I wonder if I’m not one pole short of some fine fishing garb, but this will have to be contemplated further at a later date.
Banana Republic straw fedora
Banana Republic striped top
Banana Republic vest
Banana Republic purse
J Brand jeans
Topshop bangles
Hermes bangle
Miu Miu heels
thrifted and various bracelets
41 comments
Isa
Shoes <3!!!
The Fancy Teacup
You look so tailored and chic! I love the pink detail on your top, and that raffia satchel is so ladylike.
http://www.TheFancyTeacup.com
much love.
janettaylor
YAY! Cute!
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ
From Suns To Moons
You did a great job styling these trendy Banana pieces.
myedit
Haha… one pole short. Klever. Fishing trip scheduled or not… this looks great!
Mary
Love the bag!
Closet Fashionista
Oooh I love this outfit! You did a great job styling BR pieces 😀
http://www.closet-fashionista.com/
Anna Jane
i'm hosting the event in chicago and bought that vest too! you look awesome and can't wait to see the pics.
Lauren Brewer
Well, a fly pole and a pair of waders would really have completed the look. Seriously, though, nice outfit. I really like the juxtaposition of the little ladylike bag and the military-inspired vest.
The Styleseer
http://styleseer.blogspot.com
kileen
i LOVE the fedora on you and great styling of the vest!
cute & little
Eli
I think I need that vest in my life!
simplychic
cute! i plan on attending the event in SF on thursday 🙂
TheMadTwins
I adore this look 😀
And it looks so great on you! I also love the pictures very much! So bright and clear =D
xxx
ps: you can still join our Chanel giveaway
Nikki
I am totally in love with those jeans! x
Christina
I love that striped shirt and vest. Very cute stuff from BR!
Storm
this is so inspiring, actually, you're whole blog is – the vibe is so great!
Hope you'll pass by and follow too.
kisses.
Misnomer
Love those J Brand jeans (i really need to buy another pair) and those shoes are tres beautiful!
p.s. stop by my blog and comment too.
Cheers,
Misnomer.
Bad Taste Toast
These vibrant blue jeans look amazing with the striped shirt and the vest, lovely colour combo! And you look so cute and chic with the hat 🙂
Gal Meets Glam
I love this vest! so cute 🙂
xo galmeetsglam.com
SoL Sia
hi sweetie.. found u in chictopia.. 🙂
you are so fabulous! i love your style.. definitely chic! will follow your blog.. 🙂
hope we could follow each other.. 🙂
http://paragonofchic.blogspot.com
K
Very smart! Love the hat!
K xx
Fashion Confessions of a Mommy
This is a great combinaiton. Loving how those flared jeans look on you. The neon stripes under hunter green is genius. The purse is so cute and the hat is perfect.
I had to LOL to the 'fishing pole' comment!
Daphne.
http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com
Flaviana Boni
love this look!
MY BLOG: DRESS UP FOR ARMAGEDDON
CessOviedo
So pretty! love the little pink stripes contrasting the utility vest, perfect accesorizing!
Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries
LyddieGal
I love the clean lines of the vest, even with all those pockets, it feels very fuss-free.
and the straw fedora is just adorable.
Chic on the Cheap
Melanie
Great outfit! I absolutely love those jeans. LOVELOVELOVE
Melanie@Unravelled Threads
Follow @UnraveldThreads on twitter!
Ruta, Look Ugly in a Photograph
I love this outfit!!! It's gorgeous! I especially love the vest and that bag (so incredible).
Carly
Loving the purse..so unique almost can't believe it is BR.
And the military vest is fab too!
C
Marie a la Mode
Love it! You have legs for days in those jeans : )
His and Hers
awesome look and i'm totally crushing on that adorable bag!! i'm sure you had a wonderful time at the event and made the loveliest of hosts!!
Noelani
Aren't you too cute? I am hosting the After 5 event in Boston and picked the same vest. Trying not to be totally jealous of how you styled it;)
jess
The vest is awesome. You styled it wonderfully.
Jessica
Gorgeous pretty lady! Love the pink stripes against the military vest. xo
Amy
This is such a great look! I love the purse and the striped top. It's a great spring/summer look that's styled very well.
Cheers to BR!
Between Laundry Days
This is the perfect combination of Banana Republic and District of Chic. Republic of Chic? Banana District?
Kimberlee
Love the neon stripes! You look so cute in a hat 🙂
Becca [Free Honey]
I pass by a BR on my way home from the gym and I've been eyeing this top for a while. I should pop in one of these days (maybe before my work out so I'm not covered in sweat) so I can scoop it up. Also, these jeans look amazing on you. The photo of you crossing the street – your legs look about a million miles long!
Celine
That vest is such a great piece!
http://www.thewardrobediaries.com
Vyque
Loved your look!
Susan
gorgeous look!
xo
Heather Pranitis
I really like the oufit!