The Nordstrom sale was highly anticipated and highly talked about. You had just about every blogger sharing a what to buy guide and then you had the twitter rants about “every blogger buying the same t-shirt.” Let me just go ahead and say, I was one of those bloggers, that bought the same t-shirt. Not ashamed, lol.
I actually saw this Caslon Tee on Living In Yellow, and decided to add it to my cart. Can you tell she influences me to buy a lot. I’ve been on a basics buying spree lately. I’m typically one for a lot of prints and color, but I find that I won’t wear a printed item as much as I will wear a basic item. So, basics have started to dominate.
To me, a basic outfit needs just a few things to be a little less basic. What are those three things, you ask? Cute shoes, a tuck or knot, and fun jewelry.
Three Things Your Basic T-Shirt Style Needs
Cute Shoes
My blogger friends know how to do this well. Any basic is made better with a pair of cute shoes. I’ve mentioned before, in case you’re tired of hearing about it, but I love a dressed up pair of flats! They’re comfortable, but still make me feel fabulous.
Tuck or Knot
However you prefer to tuck your tee, I think every tee needs a little something. My preference is the demi-tuck – just a little tuck in the front. I also love a full tuck with a belt and a cute little knot!
Fun Jewelry
You can go full blown statement necklace, tassel earrings or just a simple necklace; but jewelry always ups the style factor. I have a thing for pendant necklaces, so most days I wear one of those! I also always wear my watch and maybe a few bracelets.
I wore my tee with a demi-tuck, Kendra Scott pendant and my new favorite, Halogen flats. These photos make my jeans look like they have 90s style high contrast stitching, which really kills me. They don’t! So now, my honest opinion on the t-shirt, every blogger purchased – it’s ok. As far as a basic t-shirt goes, it’s just that, basic. I love the washed colors it comes in and the sweet little pocket. The top also has a nice roomy fit and comes in a wide range of sizes (petites, yay!). The cons – it’s a little too thin for my tastes, so I wore a cami under mine. I was worried about how it would wash because it is so thin, but so far, it washes well! However, I’m not sure I would pay full price for the top, just my honest opinion. It’s very much like a Target t-shirt, you can get for half the price. I did buy the Lush t-shirt that was also a sale favorite. That t-shirt is a little large on me, but I love to wear it around the house, it’s so soft and looks great with leggings!
I’m running the Oh, Hey Girl! Link-Up a day early this week! I have a little home decor planned for tomorrow (finally getting off of my butt and decorating my house). Woo!
– Brooke
Now, let’s…get…linking!!
NEW! I’ve started a collaborative Pinterest board for the Oh, Hey Girl! Link-Up. I would love for you to join and share your looks there too! Just send me a message on Pinterest or at Brooke@pumpsandpushups.com if you would like to be added.
Link up any post you would like to show off; your outfit, home decor, recipe, workout. Anything at all! Because, oh, hey girl! I want to see it!
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A cute tee is a staple and love this burgundy one. I’ll send you an email for the pinterest board.
xo
Pinksole
Thank you for hosting. Love your cute style xx
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Love a great tee!!
Those Caslon tees are a great staple. Love the color of yours! Cute styling!
Jill
Doused in Pink
Love that pretty colored tee! I missed it in grey, hopefully it’s back in stock now!
It cracks me up what people will pay for a t-shirt…you’re right, most aren’t much different. I actually really like the thin tees. I just find them more comfortable (and I wear a camisole underneath too). I love your untuck look. I can never seem to get that right. Every time I do the half-tuck my husband says “Do you want your shirt hanging out the back that way?” So funny. The color of your t is gorgeous! Love your tips too!
Such a cute casual look. I LOVE those shoes. Those are definitely one of my favorite pairs of flats this season!
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You can’t go wrong with a good basic! Basic tee + cute shoes is always a winning combo. Love the color of your tee!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Awh you look lovely, great colour on you xxx
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Totally agree with you, the half tucked tees look the best. The top looks great on you 🙂
xx
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I’m pretty sure that jewel toned purple is going to be my fave colour this fall. Love the look!
That tee is the perfect shade for the fall! I also love that neutral bag.
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
I’m a basic t-shirt girl. I try to switch it up but I really love just chilling in simple clothes without a care in the world. I need some ways to jazz it up. Cute shoes are a must, Fun Jewelry is also top of my list, I have yet to master the tuck or knot option but practice makes perfect.
I have a ton of basic t-shirts, so it is hard to spend much on them!! Thanks for your honesty, Brooke!!
Good luck with the home decor—I hope we get to see it soon!??
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
I might have gotten a few of those t-shirts, hehe. I love your advice on how to wear them. I need to do the tie one, I haven’t done that one yet.
I think you are spot on in your review of this tee. I bought the same color you did, but I’m trying to exchange it for gray. It’s funny how it’s everyone’s fav.
That tee really looks so comfy. Gorgeous hair by the way.
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
I love a good tee and these suggestions are the perfect ways to add more to the look.
Beautifully Candid
I agree! All these things make for a great t-shirt outfit. You look so cute.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Great outfit. I love that color on you. I love to jazz up a good tee shirt and jeans outfit with fabulous jewelry and shoes, too. I am a huge fan of the front tuck and recently have tried the “through the belt loop with a long tunic trick” that I learned from Cheryl of Northwest Mountain Living!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
I love the color of your tee! These are such great styling tips and a perfect everyday look!
Rachael
http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com
Very cute! Love the tee color.
jess xx
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Great way to style basics! The color of your tee is so pretty and I Love your necklace.
Thank you Rachelle!
Thank you for linking!
😀 The best!
Thank you Jill!
I hope so! I love it, I want more colors!
I am too! Sometimes I jump back and forth and will go through phases with other things, like dresses, but I almost always gravitate back to my jeans and tee!
I’m with you, I normally never spend a lot on a tee, they’re just so many cheap options, why pay a lot?! I do love these tees, at their sale price!
I’m still on the fence with actually wearing a knot, I’ve done it once, haha! I need to get a bigger top that doesn’t show my tummy when I lift my arms!
Thank you Jennie!
Thank you Jess!
Thank you Rachael!
I think I need to look that up! I love her blog!
Thank you Amy!
Thank you Sierra!
Thank you Jessica!
I bought it after it was recommended everywhere, I do love it! I almost want more, but then I’m not so sure I love the price for a tee! haha! I like the Lush tee a lot more!
This is such a great everyday look, and I love that color on you!
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Aw, yes that tummy issue. The shirts I got are super long on me, so it might be the perfect candidate.
The colour of this tee is so pretty on you, looking super put together and cute as usual!
Marta
http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com
Love this colour on you!
xo Jules
This is a perfect basic tee, and I love the color for fall!
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I hope you are having a great week so far!
Amber
Yeay for basic t-shirts. I too bought the one pocket V-Neck white tee that everyone and their mom purchased from the #NSale but so what. I agree with your tips on elevating a basic tee. Your silver flats and pendant necklace are gorgeous!
Hello!!! I love washed colors too make me feel relax… I love your Bag and those flats look soo comfortably.
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