Three Outfits for Belle’s Weekend Trip

May 26, 2016

I’m off to Whitefish/Glacier National Park this weekend for my birthday.  It’s just a quick trip, so I won’t need a full suitcase (which will be a nice change).  Here’s what I’m taking.

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Need a weekender bag?  This Mark & Graham bag is sublime.  It comes in a selection of chic neutrals and the company makes a wide range of coordinating leather goods.

For something less expensive, Sole Society makes great weekenders.  Their Candice bag has a relaxed shape, and their Cassidy bag is a classic duffle.  Everlane’s Weekender is also really well-reviewed.

Top Left, Sweatshirt Athleta Strength Hoodie ($98) // Hat Xhiliration Cap ($7)// Top LuluLemon Long Sleeve Crew ($68) // Sunglasses Ray-Ban Aviator ($189) // Tank Athleta PR Tank ($54) // Leggings LuluLemon Wunder Under Leggings ($98) // Shoes Brooks Ghost 8 Running Shoes ($129)

The weather isn’t going to be nice enough to hike, but we’ll still be taking some friends to the Park.  Traveling in Northwestern Montana always involves a lot of driving, so I wanted to be comfortable.  I don’t usually wear leggings in public, but a layered look makes it a bit nicer.

I like Lululemon’s leggings for yoga, and Zella’s leggings for hanging out around the house.  If you want a less expensive option, I own a couple pair of Old Navy’s compression leggings, and for the price, they can’t be beat.

Right, Earrings Lauren Beaded Bali Drops ($48) // Top Rebecca Taylor Olivia Tank ($195) // Skirt Ratti Tulip Skirt ($118) // Shoes Schutz Janna Sandal ($90)

We’re headed out to dinner for my birthday, and I wanted something fun.  All of the off-the-shoulder dresses everyone is wearing just don’t look right on me, so that’s out as an outfit choice.  I’ve been avoiding J.Crew for a while now, but this skirt caught my eye.  I ordered it, I’m hoping the quality is good (but I know that’s probably be in vain.

If off-the-shoulder isn’t your look either, I like this coral, embroidered dress and this flowy Izia maxi dress.

Bottom Left, Dress Joe Fresh Stripe Dress ($20) // Necklace Gorjana Gisele Pendant ($30) // Shoes Gentle Souls Dana Flat ($160) // Jacket LL Bean Freeport Jacket ($69)

I like field jackets because they eliminate the need for a purse.  I just grab a small, simple wallet and some lip balm, and call it a day.  Pair it with a simple dress and comfortable flats, and you’re done.

In need of a stripe dress?  This Tim Tim Dress from French Connection and this Lucy Love dress are great stripe dresses with 3/4 sleeves.  Adrianna Papell also has this great stripe dress for $55.  Plus-size?  ASOS Curve has a great relaxed t-shirt dress.

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  1. kellyn says:

    Happy birthday, Belle! I’m also celebrating my Memorial Day weekend birthday with a trip! Have fun!

  2. Anne says:

    Happy Birthday — whole bunch of new snow up at Logan Pass!

  3. KLeigh says:

    How does the fit of that field jacket run? It’s super cute.

  4. Mary says:

    This is unrelated to the current post, but I thought of you when I read this article today: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/j-crew-trained-customers-to-want-one-thing-%E2%80%94-and-now-its-killing-business/ar-BBtwn4K?li=BBnbfcL. Apparently, they still don’t understand that the complaints are about the combination of high price with poor quality, not the lack of discounts.

    Enjoy your birthday weekend!

    • Belle says:

      They’ve said they’re working on the quality for fall. Of course, jcrew said that and their new collection is not improved.

  5. CID says:

    I bought that J.Crew skirt too. Would love to see a two-ways post on it (casual vs dressed up, maybe)

  6. SH says:

    That skirt is the equivalent of $187 on J Crew’s UK site. Puts me off shopping with them just on principle!

  7. Laura says:

    I have the J Crew skirt and to be honest I was pleasantly surprised when it arrived it’s actually really well made and the fit is really nice.

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