Fasion Files; My Birthday Clothes

Since Amy asked, I thought I'd share my shopping haul. When I went shopping with my mom I had two items in mind that I was hoping to find: some white shorts and a pair of white linen pants. I didn't find white linen pants but I did find some shorts and lots of other great pieces I had no idea I was looking for!

Everything came from 3 stores: Talbots, White House Black Market, and Loft. 

Mostly I bought pants and shorts as I have plenty of summer tops already. I bought these casual white shorts at Talbots. They remind me of a thin sweatshirt material and they are oh so comfy!  

 

I also found these teal capri pants; they are a similar weight and style to the shorts and I liked them so much I went and found them in white too!

 The pink sweater above was from White House Black Market along with these dressier white shorts. 

You can't really see but underneath that pink sweater above is a tank with spaghetti straps; Loft was having a 3 for $20 sale so I bought the tank in white, black, and a smoky blue color. They are very form fitting so I don't wear them alone but both the black and white work so well with this tropical jumpsuit I picked up in Hawaii that I really NEED something underneath. 


I also picked out these navy gauze pants.


 These maroon/brown gauze shorts were so comfy that I couldn't resist and the white top Evan picked out for me goes perfectly with them.


And this green tank top (that just happened to match perfectly with the sunflower pants that Ian bought for me!).


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  1. Maria RineerAugust 4, 2025 at 5:08 AM

    Great haul! It's fun to pieces that you like, fit well, and are what you're looking for!

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  2. HollyAugust 4, 2025 at 5:51 AM

    Very pretty pieces for summer!

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  3. Handmade in IsraelAugust 4, 2025 at 5:58 AM

    The teal capri pants are a gorgeous colour, and I love your tropical jumpsuit too!

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  4. Amy ScottAugust 4, 2025 at 6:43 AM

    Thank you! Thank you! Wow - you did really well. I think those stores are good quality, too. You were smart about what you needed to make outfits. I think my favorites are the white and turquoise pants and the navy pants. You are set!

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    1. Joanne August 4, 2025 at 4:28 PM

      You're welcome! This was such a quick and easy post idea so thank YOU!

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  5. Andrea NineAugust 4, 2025 at 6:47 AM

    Such lovely picks and you created the cutest outfits!

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  6. CharlotteAugust 4, 2025 at 7:49 AM

    Beautiful additions to your wardrobe! Very nice picks!!

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  7. MarilynAugust 4, 2025 at 8:26 AM

    I love a gauzy material, although I don't have much of it. I like your white shorts and the fabric sounds perfect. Great finds!

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  8. Kim CarberryAugust 4, 2025 at 8:35 AM

    I like that feeling when you get some great pieces that you didn't even know you were looking for. All the things you bought looks fab!

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  9. Dara @ Not In JerseyAugust 4, 2025 at 8:41 AM

    Everything is so nice!

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  10. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!August 4, 2025 at 9:21 AM

    That black and white sundress is lovely! All of them are nice additions to what you already enjoy. #MMBC!

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    1. Joanne August 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM

      Thank you! I picked that up for under $15 in Hawaii! I'm kicking myself for not picking up another in a different color/print. It is so comfy and has been a favorite all summer long.

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  11. Tanya August 4, 2025 at 9:23 AM

    I love all your new fashion purchases!

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  12. CherylAugust 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM

    The teal capris and top are a stunning combination. First year for ages, I'm looking for shorts. I like the idea of a pair made out of thin sweatshirt, or jersey fabric. I'll have to look out for some. #MMBC

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    1. Joanne August 4, 2025 at 4:31 PM

      Thank you! I was so lucky to find so many tops in my closet with that color in them already.

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  13. Kari August 4, 2025 at 11:27 AM

    So many cute outfits! I feel like I wear so much black- I want to wear more color like you do.

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    1. Joanne August 4, 2025 at 4:31 PM

      I definitely have lots of colors in my closet for spring and summer.

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  14. Hall Around TexasAugust 4, 2025 at 12:10 PM

    What a great haul! You found some lovely things.

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  15. GinaAugust 4, 2025 at 12:15 PM

    I forgot how much I love gauze. I love the way it drapes and its so comfy to wear. Cute outfits!

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    1. Joanne August 4, 2025 at 4:31 PM

      It really is so comfy and I love that it's so breathable in summer too.

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  16. FitFoodieMeghaAugust 4, 2025 at 1:17 PM

    Wonderful haul. You look beautiful in each one of it. I love comfy clothes especially in summers. Have a fantastic week! :)

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  17. Jodie's Touch of StyleAugust 4, 2025 at 1:44 PM

    Fabulous outfits!! I always find more when I'm not looking for something. In particular, because I think i'm more open two different colors and styles.
    Xoxo

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    1. Joanne August 4, 2025 at 4:32 PM

      Yeah, I find shopping works best when I keep an open mind.

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  18. AnonymousAugust 4, 2025 at 1:52 PM

    That is quite the haul Joanne! So much fun shopping with birthday money!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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  19. Kim August 4, 2025 at 2:19 PM

    Those are three of my very favorite stores. You found some really pretty things and they all look great on you! The jumpsuit from Hawaii is beautiful. Glad you were able to grab a tank to make it work. Enjoy them all!

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    1. Joanne August 4, 2025 at 4:33 PM

      Thank you! I definitely find myself drawn to those stores more than others but I'm pretty open to shopping almost anywhere.

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  20. AnonymousAugust 4, 2025 at 7:10 PM

    You did great! I love all of the bright colors! And white shorts are so versatile in the summer!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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  21. AnonymousAugust 4, 2025 at 9:39 PM

    So many lovely new clothes. They look great on you Joanne!
    Ruth@playworkeatrepeat

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  22. MarshaAugust 4, 2025 at 11:09 PM

    What a nice haul, Joanne! My kids and husband don't buy me clothes anymore. I can't imagine why!

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

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    1. Joanne August 5, 2025 at 7:10 AM

      Mine definitely roll their eyes when I ask for them but they're pretty much game to get me whatever I ask for.

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  23. handmade by amaliaAugust 5, 2025 at 4:46 AM

    So many nice outfits! You are set for the summer Joanne.
    Amalia
    xo

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  24. nicole orriensAugust 5, 2025 at 5:26 AM

    I love the expression of finding things you had no idea you were looking for : )) Those are often the best buys. She shorts look lovely and nice and comfortable.

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    1. Joanne August 5, 2025 at 7:11 AM

      They almost always are some of the best buys! I have to LOVE it when I try it on for it to make it to the checkout counter.

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  25. Doused in Pink | Chicago Style BlogAugust 5, 2025 at 8:05 AM

    You found so many great things that you'll be able to mix and match! ! I love gauzy pieces for summer!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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    1. Joanne August 5, 2025 at 12:57 PM

      Me too; I love both gauze and linen for easy summer outfits.

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  26. Heather{Our Life In a Click}August 5, 2025 at 8:21 AM

    Wow! You made out well for your birthday. I really like that black and white dress on you!

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  27. Lindsay's Sweet WorldAugust 5, 2025 at 8:28 AM

    I loveeee that black and white jumpsuit!! How cute! You got some really great stuff!

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  28. Laura BAugust 5, 2025 at 2:42 PM

    Those teal capri pants are beautiful! I love the color and how they look with your blouse!

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    1. Joanne August 5, 2025 at 3:31 PM

      Thank you! I love that color so much. It's just perfect for summer.

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  29. Soma @ InkTorrents.comAugust 5, 2025 at 3:29 PM

    Fabulous outfits. I specially like the teal and navy ones. As a jeans and t-shirt wearing girl, I am really bad at shopping. You gave me some great ideas. Thank you :D

    -Soma

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    1. Joanne August 6, 2025 at 6:01 AM

      Thank you! I tend to wear lots and lots of jeans once fall hits.

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  30. Gail Is This MuttonAugust 6, 2025 at 3:59 AM

    Thanks for sharing your haul! I love those teal cargo pants.

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  31. JudeeAugust 6, 2025 at 7:22 AM

    How fun to get some new clothes! Everything looks lovely on you and very comfortable. Enjoy them.

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