Please excuse the interruption.
Instead of my usual Workout Wednesday roundup {and the BEST week I’ve had in probably a year to tell you about!}, I am inserting a fashion-focused post into its place to share another look for the Style Collective Summer Style Challenge. I know I skipped out on Day 2’s Summer Dresses theme in regards to an actual blog post but if you follow me on Snapchat {kristinkruse} or Instagram {@amidwesternmix} you will see the post was skipped for a worthy cause! Yesterday we spent the morning at MAGNOLIA SILOS in Waco and it was beyond amazing. I’ll be sharing some photos and a short recap from our southern day trip next week 🙂 So because I didn’t get a post up for Tuesday’s look, I’m back on this sunny Wednesday with Day 3’s theme: Rompers/Jumpsuits.
These shorts are WAY too short.
I’m obsessed with the print of this romper! It’s bold, vibrant and unlike anything else I own. It immediately caught my eye when I picked it up last year before a trip to Cancun but after wearing it for a dinner down there, I realized that the shorts were basically inappropriate to be wearing in public. Such a shame! I knew when I ordered it that it was going to be short but at just about 5’5″, things that look short on models aren’t usually as obnoxiously short on my body. Not the case here; however I feel like because the longer sleeves balance it out, I can get away with donning it in a controlled atmosphere {or for a quick blog shoot ;-)}. Honestly, this may be the first look I have ever put together to post about that I wasn’t truly, madly, deeply in love with. I mean, I do love it, it’s just not practical for all circumstances! Isn’t that real life though!? We buy things that we may slightly regret but have to figure out a way to maximize them since we all know returning things is one of the biggest hassles ever…OR maybe that’s just me and I admitted something completely embarrassing. Sorry for the overshare!
I’m actually failing more than once today!
Since I’ve basically NOT sold any of you on the need to have this romper {blogger fail}, I will keep up that negative news and let you know that literally my entire look is old/unavailable. Gosh, I am on a ROLL! Don’t get me wrong, I actually really really like how the boldness of the romper takes center stage with the nude wedges {a go-to of mine that are sold-out} and the light pink clutch {color is now unavailable}! These sunglasses ARE available though and you can get them FREE for a month from Ditto with code ‘MIDWESTMIX’ so that is worth something right?! 🙂 I’m a huge fan of rompers; loving the simple fact that no matching is required. They’re usually wearable just about anywhere and everywhere: weddings, dinner dates, brunches, etc. so I love picking up new ones! A few of my current favorites are this simple black lace-up, this printed option, this scalloped pink cutie and this simple cream one. Now I’m going to get a positive attitude readjustment, hit the 95* asphalt for a run this morning and then head over for a massive iced latte. HAPPY Wednesday, babes!
Shop the Look:
Romper (sold-out, similar here) / Wedges / Clutch / Pearls / Sunglasses via Ditto
Agree with the romper length issue-I hate when they’re up your butt! But I think you look appropriate here and the long sleeves balance it out. Could work for an ocassion when you’re just around family? The print makes it worth it-so gorgeous!
Hope the Magnolia Silos were amazing-so jealous!!
-Lauren
http://www.ivorytowerchic.com
You’re right though, the long sleeves really balance out the short shorts! It’s super cure really <3
You look so pretty! I love your hair up! Funny story actually, I got a romper and didn’t carefully read the description, ordered a small (the model was like 5’4″) it came to my house and my butt cheeks hung out of it. #tallgirlproblems! But I think this looks good on you! I don’t think it’s too short. You are rockin it babe.
This is lovely on you. I can relate to being worried about purchasing an item that I feel uncomfortable wearing. I fear I will only wear it a few times, and I won’t get my money’s worth. However, if I never step outside of my comfort zone then I will always look the same. You look lovely stepping outside of your comfort zone. Great post!
I love this romper on you! The print in amazing!! Hope you’re having a great week.
xO – Steph
http://www.urbanblonde.com
Well, at least you’re honest. I had to crack up reading this post. Haha. Seriously though, the romper looks great on you even though you think it’s too short. Loving those nude wedges as well. Happy Wednesday! Xoxo
You look amazing! I totally get what you’re saying with the too short thing – it makes it hard to wear in real life, but at least it makes for a killer blog shoot 🙂
http://www.tailoredandtrue.com
You are killing it in this romper! The print and color look so good with your tan!
xoxo
Sarah
http://www.thehouseofsequins.com
such a cute romper! Love the print!
I think with the long sleeves it totally balances it and with THOSE LEGS, it truly looks awesome!! I think you should rock it with complete confidence!! TRULY!! Can’t wait to hear abt your trip 🙂
xoxo
Tiffani
http://www.tiffaniatbretonbay.com
You are rocking it, girl!! I’ve seen way shorter than that. Nothing is showing or seems inappropriate at all, but I do get having the feeling of it being too short, specially with thin flowy fabrics like that. You still look amazing! xo ~Anna http://www.pepperedinstyle.com
Your legs are gorgeous and tan OMG they deserve to be shown off 😉 I love it! You are totally rocking it
So colorful! I wish I could wear a romper like you do!
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com
I think it looks perfect! Love it!!! Those colors are amazing
Ummmm, you need to wear this romper more often HOTTIE!!!!!! And, love the humor {LOL}. The one free month at shop Ditto is FABULOUS!!
xo,
Angelle
http://www.dashingdarlin.com
LOVED this look from the moment you put it on instagram! Looking fabulous lady!
xx, Lauren {www.rosesandrainboots.com}