Nerd of Paradise Top & Oh, Hey Girl! Link-Up

Thank you to Volcom for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.

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Nerd of Paradise top from Volcom

Top – Volcom, Nerd of Paradise c/o | STS Blue shorts | Marc Fisher wedges | Sugarfix Earrings c/o  

I’m only six months away from turning 30, but I’m still very much, young at heart. If you follow me on Instagram, you may have already read my story about the little girl who asked me if I was a “kid adult.” I’m pretty sure she meant teenager, but really, she was spot on. I’m very much a kid adult. I’ve grown up, become an adult and have taken on all of the adult responsibilities; home ownership, children and being self sufficient. But deep down, I’m that 17-year-old girl with her windows down, music blaring, without a care in the world.

Volcom Summer Outfit

Volcom is my 17-year-old self. Their brand is young and edgy and this Nerd of Paradise top makes me feel like my former self. Not in a inappropriate way, but in a flirty, fun, omg this top has ruffles, kind of way. 

Nerd of Paradise Top from Volcom

Volcom Nerd of Paradise Top

Now, let’s give this top a good review. I love the floral print, the ruffles and the unique high-low hem on this top. The length is perfect for me (keep in mind, I’m petite) and the fabric is light and will be perfect for a hot summer day. The straps are adjustable, my favorite word. I was able to bring the top up so it didn’t come down too low, which I love! Plus, if you’re not petite, you’ll be able to adjust the straps down to your height. I would say it runs true to size and fits me well!

Nerd of Paradise Top

How I Styled It

I broke out my STS Blue shorts and Marc Fisher wedges for this top. Both of those items also make me feel young, so I felt like they were the perfect compliment!I didn’t photograph my bag, but since this is casual, I just carried my favorite tote. I also wore a pair of SugarFix by Target earrings, which aren’t well photographed, but they are fun! 

 

 

Volcom Summer Style

 

I’ve been adding a lot of things to my closet lately that I feel like I’ll wear a lot. This top is one of them! I like it most in a casual, untucked way, so you can see the ruffles, so I will mostly be wearing it with shorts and sandals. 

Do you own anything that makes you feel young again?

-Brooke

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88 Comments

  1. 6.7.17
    Living on Cloud Nine said:

    You are a true doll and love that top. I have a feeling you will look younger than your age forever and feel young always!!! Live life to the fullest pretty girl!!

  2. 6.7.17
    Biana Perez said:

    You’re definitely a “cool mom” and the term kid adult is fitting for so many of us!! Looking great girl! xo, Biana –BlovedBoston

  3. 6.7.17

    I love that you are a kid at heart! I think we all need to be that way. And, that top is fun on you.

    LIsa
    Daily Style Finds

  4. 6.7.17
    Laura said:

    I don’t have anything that makes me feel that way, but I think I need to get some pieces like that! You look darling!

  5. 6.7.17
    Jill said:

    I love the term kid adult! I need more pieces that make me feel that way! Such an adorable top!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

  6. 6.7.17

    Such a cute story! I think we all feel young inside, no matter how old we get.

  7. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    I was talking with my mom about that the other day! πŸ˜€

  8. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    Me too! She was four and totally cute!

  9. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    You do!! Thanks Laura!

  10. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    I try not to be too serious. πŸ˜€

  11. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    haha! Thanks Biana! I hope I stay the cool mom, especially when my kids are teenagers.

  12. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    I’m going to be a kid adult at 90 too. πŸ˜€

  13. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    Just like you! I was looking at those pictures of you and your husband the other day like they do not look old enough to have these grown boys!

  14. 6.7.17

    This top is seriously so fun! I’m always a sucker for a ruffle!

    By Lauren M

  15. 6.7.17

    Love the cut of that top and I totally agree, I’m still a 17 year old at heart too.

  16. 6.7.17

    Love the fit of this pretty top! And where are those adorable sunglasses from?

  17. 6.7.17

    I think the Marc Fisher wedges are so versatile! I love how you styled yours. I have one pair in the orange and I am going to have to get a second pair because I love them so much! I love your outfit today! Perfect summer look! Peace!
    Cheryl Tucker
    http://www.northwestmountainliving.com

  18. 6.7.17
    Blaire Bingham said:

    What a cute top! The print is adorable and the high lo hem really make it the perfect piece for summer.
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  19. 6.7.17

    PS I hope you will join me for Ladies Who Link Up on Fridays!
    Cheryl Tucker
    http://www.northwestmountainliving.com

  20. 6.7.17
    Lauren said:

    Love this top! So perfect for summer!

    xx,
    Lauren
    Lauren Elyce

  21. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you Lauren!

  22. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    Thanks Blaire!

  23. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    I love them too! I want the nude version.

  24. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    They’re from Target! πŸ˜€

  25. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    πŸ˜€ Thats the best way to be!

  26. 6.7.17
    Brooke said:

    Ruffles always get me!

  27. 6.7.17
    Nina said:

    Love this top, looks perfect on you.

    Nina’s Style Blog

  28. 6.7.17

    What a great question – “Are you a kid-adult?” Love that! I’m much older than you and I still feel like a “kid-adult” most of the time πŸ™‚

    Perfect summer top, especially the way you’ve styled it! Love the floral print!

    Mary
    http://marymurnane.com

  29. 6.7.17
    Jodie Filogomo said:

    It’s amazing how our insides and outsides can be so different at times!! Our brain doesn’t seem any different!! And you do have such a young look—lucky you, Brooke!!
    Jodie
    http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

  30. 6.7.17

    Such a great look! Love the top with your cutoffs! I am 40 and still have to remind myself I am not that 17 yo girl. Have an awesome day!

    xx,Elise
    http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com

  31. 6.7.17
    Sierra said:

    I feel the same way. My husband and I are always acting like kids at heart. Age is nothing but a number. I love this look on you! Beautifully Candid

  32. 6.7.17

    This is the cutest top, and I love how you styled it! I totally identify with being a kid at heart too.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

  33. 6.7.17
    Pamela said:

    This is the cutest top! I love the little ruffled hem! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

  34. 6.7.17

    Cute top!!!!

  35. 6.7.17
    Marta C said:

    Such a cute top, perfect summer outfit Brooke! Your pics looks amazing!
    Marta
    http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com

  36. 6.7.17

    A kid adult, I love it πŸ™‚ I think I was always kind of the opposite–an adult kid. Always too cautious, following the rules, too serious… I do try to embrace my inner kid more though now that I’m an adult! I love that top–it’s the perfect mix of young and sophisticated.

  37. 6.7.17

    Cute!!

  38. 6.7.17

    Such a beautiful top! And yes to being a kid adult, totally stealing that <3

    Green Fashionista

  39. 6.7.17
    Lana L. said:

    Even at 50 I feel young at heart – it’s definitely about the positive attitude! Love this top – the print is so cute!

  40. 6.7.17

    This is such a cute top, and I love it paired with the denim shorts and wedges! I act like a kid more than I should!
    Rachael
    http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com

  41. 6.7.17
    jess said:

    pretty print on your top and love the denim shorts. Ill be taking mine out soon too!
    jess xx
    http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

  42. 6.7.17
    beautygirl24 said:

    Such a perfect Summer look when it’s too hot to be fussy but you still want to look cute! This is my Summer uniform as soon as it hits 100.

  43. 6.7.17

    So cute! I love the whole look! And you are still YOUNG!!!
    Traci
    waltzmetoheaven.com

  44. 6.7.17
    Ashley said:

    Ok I love the term kid adult! I’m right there with you! Such a cute top and an awesome price!

  45. 6.7.17
    Kate said:

    I love the print of your top….it’s so girly!
    Kate || KATE KOUTURES

  46. 6.7.17
    Cristina said:

    I love floral tops! And I wish all straps were adjustable, it’d save me a lot of time of needle and thread.

    http://www.memoriesofthepacific.com

  47. 6.7.17

    This look is so perfect for summer! I just love the carefree and casual vibe.

  48. 6.7.17
    Jessica said:

    That is the most adorable summer top! I really like the ease of the fit and the cute ruffled hem detail.

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

  49. 6.7.17
    Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom said:

    That floral top is so pretty and perfect for summer. I also love the looser fit of it and the little ruffle on the bottom!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

  50. 6.8.17
    Mes Voyages Γ  Paris said:

    The top is too cute!! Love it!
    xx
    MΓ³nica Sors
    MES VOYAGES Γ€ PARIS
    NEW POST: GENEVA TRAVEL DIARY, TIPS AND OUTFITS

  51. 6.8.17

    This top is way cute, lady- I love how floaty it is!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

  52. 6.8.17

    Love!

  53. 6.8.17
    Lyndi said:

    Ah I know exactly how you feel. I turn 31 next week, and it just feels SO strange. But then we have to remember, age is just a number, and its best to be young at heart. From everyone I spoke to about this (that was older) said 30s were their absolute favourite time in their lives.
    Lovely photos as always.
    Lyndi xo

    http://www.stylecalling.com

  54. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    I’ve heard the very same thing and it makes me excited! I could totally see why, getting close to 30, I’m so much more confident than I was in my early 20s! Plus, older and wiser πŸ˜€

  55. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thanks girl!

  56. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you!

  57. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thanks Carrie!

  58. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thanks so much Jessica!

  59. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you Jennie!

  60. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    I’m so jealous you can sew! That is really something I need to learn how to do, if I could alter my own clothes it would save me some money!

  61. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you Kate!

  62. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    The best way to be! πŸ˜€

  63. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    haha thanks girl!! I know, I know πŸ˜€ I just remember being younger and thinking of 30 as “old” now being here it’s like, I don’t feel so old, lol.

  64. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Yes!! We’re getting high 90s next week, so I’m ready!

  65. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you Jess!

  66. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Haha! It’s fun!

  67. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    I hope I always stay young at heart! πŸ˜€

  68. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you Kate!

  69. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thanks Julie!

  70. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Let that kid out! πŸ˜€ But, all of those responsible traits are great to have too!

  71. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you Marta!

  72. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you Jaymie!

  73. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you Pamela!

  74. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thanks Amy!

  75. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Its a fun way to be!

  76. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    I know I’ll be just the same at 40 πŸ˜€

  77. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you Jodie! You’re so sweet. It’s like we get to a certain point in life and our brain just stays there. πŸ˜€

  78. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    That’s what my mom tells me too. πŸ™‚ Thank you Lisa!!

  79. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    She was so cute! I had to laugh. I hope I always feel like a kid deep down!

  80. 6.8.17
    Brooke said:

    Thank you Nina!

  81. 6.8.17
    streetmadonna said:

    Great look! I love your young spirit and fun summer vibes. And yes, I still wear Volcom and even more teeny bopper brands and I’m much older than you. πŸ˜›
    http://www.streetmadonna.com

  82. 6.8.17
    Eri Sunny said:

    Love that summer top!

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  83. 6.8.17

    That summer top is just adorable! I love those espadrilles as well. I have a few items, mainly a fit and flare dress makes me feel like I’m in my 20s again I don’t know why but I feel fun and flirty when I wear it!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

  84. 6.9.17
    Lyddiegal said:

    I love it when I find pieces which remind me of a more youthful version of myself without actually being something a teenager would wear. This top is so cute and fun.
    http://www.iamchiconthecheap.com/

  85. 6.12.17

    This is such a sweet outfit for summer.

    http://www.racheldinh.com

  86. 6.12.17
    Nina said:

    Love that summer top ! Looking great !
    Nina
    xox
    http://www.thecrispylipstick.com

  87. 9.21.17

    lovely look!

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