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5 Tips on Pulling off a Casual Chic Style

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Today I am sharing 5 Tips on Pulling off a Casual Chic Style so you can enjoy comfortable casual pieces and look super chic each and every day. 

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I spend 90% of my time in casual attire. While I love dresses, frilly skirts, and trousers – there’s nothing that is more practical and comfortable than a casual look. I mean, how often are you wearing your favourite bodycon dress to go grocery shopping, right? For that reason, it’s not just important – it’s essential – to build a wardrobe the combines casual practicality with your unique sense of style to create summer looks you’ll actually want to wear. 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I’m not a dressy sort of person in my daily life, and I honestly prefer fashion that has a more relaxed vibe to it. But I’ve found that especially during the summer, getting a grasp and understanding on how to build stylish casual summertime outfits is pretty essential to my summer lifestyle.   vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Style, vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Summer Style   The fact is, the summertime calls for adventure – and you need your style to transition from whatever and wherever you go. 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Tips on Pulling off a Casual Chic Style

 

1. Incorporate Current Trends

One way to instantly elevate a casual outfit is by incorporating current fashion trends into your summery look. In today’s outfit, I’ve added in a playful fringe handbag, frayed ombre jeans, and a chunky gold heeled sandal. These little details take a simple t-shirt and jeans outfit and step it up a level.   vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Style, vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Summer Stylevancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Style, vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Summer Style  

2. Add in a Metallic Piece

Metallic pieces act as a neutral while still adding visual interest to your outfit. These gorgeous lace-up sandals are lovely, to begin with, but add to it that they have one of my summer trends incorporated in them –  a chunky gold heel – and suddenly, I can’t help but love them. Also, since metallic pieces carry a glamorous element to them, they instantly add a dressier component to your outfit. In my opinion, metallic pieces are the “no brainers” of style since they really do pair with everything without being an obvious basic. If you ever feel as though you’re not sure what will “go” with your outfit, try a metallic handbag or shoe.   vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Style, vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Summer Style

 

3. Striped Shirts are ALWAYS In Style

A striped tank top or tee shirt will always wear stylishly. While they are a basic (and a total wardrobe essential), they also bring a fun nautical element to your outfit which is perfect for the summer season.   vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Style, vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Summer Style  

4. Go For Distressed Denim

If you want to really play into your casual style then you’re going to want to grab yourself a pair of distressed jeans. Distressed torn-up denim tends to be what I am drawn to. Perhaps it’s my inner beach-bum, but I just can’t help but love the relaxed care-free vibe that distressed denim brings to mind. These rosie low rise skinny jeans from Ever New aren’t only distressed, they also have an ombre frayed hem – which is totally on-trend! Distressed jeans will instantly take a look and bring it to an effortlessly cool level. It’ll look as though you rolled out of bed, threw on your comfiest pair of jeans, and somehow managed to look super chic. And I mean, who doesn’t love that “I put no effort in and still look chic” sort of look?   vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Style, vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Summer Stylevancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Style, vancouver style blog, vancouver fashion blog,vancouver blog, vancouver fashion bloggers, best vancouver fashion blog, fashion blog, vancouver style blogger, vancouver style bloggers, vancouver lifestyle blog, vancouver travel blog, canadian fashion blog, canadian style blog, canadian travel blog,popular fashion blog, popular style blog, bree aylwin, fashion styles, vancouver fashion blogger, top fashion blogs, popular fashion blogs, top style blogs, style tips, summer style ideas, summer trends 2016, summer outfit, ever new canada, ever new clothing, ever new fashion, Casual Chic Summer Style  

5. Say YES to Flats or Low Heels

Rather than forcing yourself to wear those sky-high heels or tall wedges, instead, try rocking a cute pair of flats or low heeled sandals. During the summer, you want to be able to get outside and walk around – not hobble around in uncomfortable heels! Even during the winter months, a comfortable pair of flat boots is essential to a practical wardrobe.

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  1. Closet Fashionista says

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    Same here, working from home means I’m casual almost all the time! But I do like to get a little fancy now and then so that half my wardrobe doesn’t get sad for not being used.
    Stripes are always a good idea! up until last year I only had one striped piece, now I at least have a few more to rotate in
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  2. Amy Arnold says

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    You are definitely pulling off casual chic style! Great tips.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  3. ee0926 says

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    Love this casual style! This is for sure something I would wear. Beautiful!

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

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  4. dousedinpink says

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    I love your casual chic style! I work from home but like to be dressed and put together everyday too! These are great tips!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

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  5. Tianna says

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    thanks for these tips, Bree! love your outfits and tips 🙂 pinned ♥

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  6. Amanda | Glitter & Spice says

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    Love your bag and shoes! Great tips, girlie 🙂
    XO Amanda | http://www.glitterandspice.com

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  7. Anne Kendall says

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    I was going to say that I LOVED the metallic detail on your shoes! Makes all the difference 🙂

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    • Bree says

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      Thank you! I totally agree, it really dresses up the look! Also, they are such comfy sandals – I think they’ll be my go-to’s this summer!

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  8. Heidi Kokborg says

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    Absolutely love this look!

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  9. Rachael Thomas says

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    I love this casual look! Those sandals make it so stylish!
    Rachael
    http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com

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  10. Abby says

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    I love the effortless vibe of that striped top! Cute sandals too!!

    Abby | Life in the Fash Lane

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