I know it’s only Thursday, but my heart’s all ready for Friday already! 🙂
Friday’s my favorite day of the week not only because it signifies the end of the long workweek and the start of the fun weekend, but also because on Fridays, we can be as casual as we want to be!
One of my all-time favorite casual outfits for days like this consists of a simple flannel shirt that can either be paired with shorts or jeans depending on weather conditions 🙂
Even though it’s only the beginning of August, Los Angeles has been experiencing cooler mornings and evenings already, which is why flannel is such a good piece to wear.
With its boyfriend-fit, soft and cottony blend of fabric, and long-sleeves, it makes for such a versatile shirt that can keep you cool during the day due to its loose nature, but still keep you warm during the evening when temperatures drop a little.
One of the best ways to add an instant air of chicness to a simple outfit like this one is to tuck in only the front part of your shirt (known as the half-tuck). I actually use the half-tuck method for most of my everyday basic shirts because it just makes any look so much more put-together, so even the most casual of outfits are instantly elevated to give off a more sophisticated vibe 🙂
Despite the cool evening weather, it’s still summer in Los Angeles, which means afternoons can get quite toasty, so I opted for shorts over jeans. Choosing shorts that have a cuffed hem gives more definition and an optical illusion of more layers to an otherwise loose, casual, and simple outfit.
Paired simply with gladiator sandals, the whole California-summer-boho-chic ensemble is complete, and to really make the whole look pop even more, I chose a bright red satchel to keep all of my things in one place 🙂
On Me
Shirt: Hollister Easy Plaid Double Pocket Shirt in Blue Plaid, USD $39.95 (Sold Out)
Similar Styles at Hollister, Forever 21, and Cotton On
Shorts: Forever 21 Cuffed Denim Cutoffs in Dark Denim, USD $32.90
Shoes: Mossimo Supply Co Tessie Gladiator Sandals in Cognac, $22.99
Accessories:
Forever 21 Faux Leather Crossbody Satchel in Red, USD $27.90
What’re you all planning to wear this Friday or the weekend? Let me know in the comments below!
cute gladiator sandals!
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Thank you Carolyn! 🙂 They’re super comfortable too ❤
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This is an awesome casual day outfit! I really like the bright red bag, makes for a wonderful contrast!
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Thank you Katie 🙂
And yes! A statement piece in a bright color can make any outfit instantly pop ❤
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Love this causal chic! Perfect combo for late summer!
xo, Jane
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Thank you Jane! 🙂 ❤ Casual outfits are the best for the summer!
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Love the sandals 🙂 Bisous from France, Sand.
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Thanks dear! ❤ They're super comfy too! 🙂
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This is such a cute outfit – I really really like it ! ♥
xx – Violetta – “Modern Fairytale”
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Thank you Violetta! 🙂 ❤
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I love this outfit! Flannel Friday, how cute!
-Dara
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Thank you Dara 🙂 You’re so sweet!
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Cute shirt girl, such a classic xx
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Thank you Marta! 🙂 You’re too sweet! ❤
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I love your shooooes 🙂 Kisses from France, Sand.
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Thanks dear! 🙂
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Gorgeous outfit! I love the shirt!
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Thank you Mia! 🙂 The shirt is super comfortable too! ❤
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The photos with the sun shining on you and causing a slight glare are particularly beautiful! I love your sandals 🙂
Gabrielle | A Glass Of Ice
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Thank you so much Gabrielle 🙂 I’ll make sure to pass your praise to the photographer ❤
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beautiful outfit! i personally really love the red bag, so lovely! 🙂
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Thank you Tiffany 🙂 ❤ And yes, the red bag really makes the whole outfit pop a lot more 😉
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cute outfit! loving all your photos!
lifeisashoe
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Thank you dear ❤
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I love flannels. You look super pretty in these pictures and I like the bag, it gives the entire look a nice pop of color 🙂
xoxo Emily
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Aww thank you Emily 🙂 You’re so sweet ❤
And yes, red bags always makes an outfit so much brighter!
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I agree, jean cut off shorts are a summer essential. Love them paired with plaid xo
Jessica
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Yes, they’re super comfortable and help you stay cool in the summer 🙂
Thank you for stopping by Jessica ❤
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Nice look!
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Thank you dear! 🙂
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