off-the-shoulder blouse

Ahhhhh! My sister, a friend and I saw Ryn Weaver last night at Triple Rock and she was so, so good! We were a little nervous because the last time we went to this little venue, the main act cancelled (cough, Misterwives, still bitter). But—after a little mic dysfunction—she showed! This girl is a badass and her voice is really unique. If you have a chance to see her, definitely do! Besides the hit "Octahate," I love "Promises," "Stay Low," and "The Fool." And "Pierre." Basically all the songs.

An off-the-shoulder shirt isn't the best thing to wear to a concert (if, I'm assuming, you're raising your hands in the air and rocking out), but it's perfect for a breezy weekend lazily walking around a farmers' market or grabbing lunch. I wrote a post in April that captures my sentiments on the trendy style and I think we're all well aware of its current popularity, so I'll spare you a recitation of its awesomeness.

To sum up: off-the-shoulder shirts are fun! I felt a little like a gypsy wearing this (the oversized earrings added to the effect), but in a fun way—and fashion SHOULD be fun! I liked the effortlessness of this blouse so much I'm already looking for a shoulder-baring dress for those 90º days still ahead! Shop under-$200 picks at the end of the post! This grid-pattern one is perfect!

Madewell jeans (similar) | LOFT blouse (size down)
Boden slingbacks (similar here  & here) | J.Crew clutch (similar here & here)
J.Crew earrings (similar here & here) & coordinating bracelet

Essie polish in Peach Side Babe | Dolce & Gabbana sunglasses (similar)

photos by Andrew Saxum