fashion
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15 Effortlessly Chic European Outfits to Wear This Summer
Hey lovely, it’s Isla Monroe here—your go-to girl for mixing elegant European style with everyday wearability. Whether you’re planning a dreamy trip to Italy, wandering through cobbled streets in Paris, or just want to channel that “I summer in the South of France” energy from home, this one’s for you. I’m sharing 15 outfit ideas inspired by real European street style—nothing fussy, just fresh, feminine, and fashion-forward. Think floaty fabrics, timeless silhouettes, and that effortless flair Europeans do so well. Ready to build a wardrobe that whispers “la dolce vita” without trying too hard? Let’s dive in. 1.Summer Mini Dress @RUBYKEYVANI This light colored mini dress perfect for european summer…
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21 Comfy and Cute Airport Outfits That Feel Like First-Class Style
By Isla Monroe Look, just because I’m flying coach doesn’t mean I have to dress like it. I’ve done enough airport runs—from solo getaways to trips with my daughter, where snacks explode mid-flight and you forget the iPad charger—to know that comfort is key. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to sacrifice style to feel good. You really can have both. Whether you’re heading to Europe or just hopping on a quick domestic flight, these 21 airport outfits are built for movement, naps, TSA lines, and those unexpected bumps (both on the plane and in life). They feel elevated, put-together, and yes—you’ll still look chic when you land. 1.…
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17 Effortless Business Casual Outfits That Actually Work
By Isla Monroe Let’s be honest—“business casual” can mean wildly different things depending on who you ask. To some, it’s blazers and loafers. To others, it’s jeans and a “nice top” that you panic-bought the night before your interview. I’ve been on both ends of that spectrum. Back when I worked in accounting, I tried to blend in with safe black trousers and a rotation of department store blouses. It was fine. Functional. But so not me. Fast forward to now—I still have meetings, brand calls, and on-the-go errands—but I’ve figured out how to show up looking polished without sacrificing comfort or personality. So whether you’re going into an actual…
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21 Effortless Romantic Date Outfits That Feel Like You (But Softer)
By Isla Monroe Let’s be honest—getting ready for a date when you have a full life (hello, single motherhood, messy kitchens, and forgotten text replies) can feel… a little daunting. Especially when you want to look cute, feel good, and still breathe comfortably. So, here’s my take: Date outfits should feel like you, just a little softer, a little dreamier. Whether it’s a casual daytime coffee or an actual grown-up dinner reservation, these are the 21 romantic looks I swear by. They’re easy, they’re pretty, and most importantly—they’re honest. 1. The Slip Dress Moment Soft, silky, and feels like a whisper on your skin. I love a midi slip dress…
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21+ Italian Summer Outfits That Are Easy, Breezy & Beautifully You
By Isla Monroe Okay babe—let’s dream for a sec. It’s golden hour in Positano. You’re sipping a spritz with lemon slices bigger than your toddler’s hand, there’s music in the air, and you’re wearing a dress that flutters every time the breeze picks up. You feel relaxed, stunning, like you belong in a black-and-white film where the heroine always gets the guy and the perfect plate of pasta. That’s Italian summer.And that’s the exact energy we’re channeling with these 21+ effortless outfit ideas—zero stress, max charm, and totally wearable even if your next trip is just to Trader Joe’s. I’ve worn some of these looks in real Italian towns (hi…
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17 Italian Summer Outfits That Make You Feel Like You’re on the Amalfi Coast
By Isla Monroe I don’t know about you, but when summer hits, I enter my full “romanticizing everything” era. I’m talking about pretending my Brooklyn stoop is a Positano balcony, sipping iced coffee like it’s a €4 cappuccino, and dressing like I just stepped out of an Italian cinema from the 60s. Italian summer fashion is my love language. It’s timeless, feminine, a little flirty, and always effortless. And the best part? You don’t need a passport or a perfect body or even a big budget to pull it off. These outfits work whether you’re strolling a seaside promenade… or pushing a stroller to the grocery store (hi, that’s me).…
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18 Chic Paris Outfit Ideas That Feel Straight Out of a French Girl’s Closet
By Isla Monroe Okay, so here’s the truth: I’ve never actually lived in Paris (yet), but I have been emotionally based there since I watched “Amélie” in high school. And don’t get me started on the time I thrifted a striped top and convinced myself I was the Brooklyn version of Brigitte Bardot for like… a week. Parisian style has this impossible-to-fake energy—like you didn’t try at all, and yet somehow you look like you could be cast in a perfume ad by accident. It’s equal parts cool and undone, elegant and everyday. And I’m obsessed. Whether you’re packing for an actual Paris getaway or just want to bring a…
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10 Fashion Summer Trends You’re Seeing Literally Everywhere Right Now
By Isla Monroe Okay, so every summer has those trends. The ones that just take over your feed, pop up in every Zara haul, and somehow end up in your cart even if you were just “window shopping.” Here are the 10 summer trends I’m seeing EVERYWHERE right now, what I really think of them, and how you can wear them without looking like you’re trying too hard. 1. Linen Everything (Again—but Better This Time) Yes, linen comes back every summer. But 2025 is giving it a softer, more elevated twist—think buttercream sets, flowy wrap tops, and matching wide-leg trousers. It’s breezy, classy, and makes you look rich even when…
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21 Girly Outfits That Make You Look (and Feel) Younger
Because who says grown women can’t have fun with fashion? Hey you, it’s Isla. I’m 32, a single mom, live in Brooklyn, and yes—my 7-year-old daughter dresses better than me on most days. But here’s the thing I’ve learned since becoming a fashion blogger (accidentally): style isn’t about age. It’s about energy. And sometimes, when life’s been a lot—laundry piles, school projects, deadlines, forgetting to eat lunch—what you wear can actually help you feel more… you. Like the brighter, more playful version of yourself that hasn’t been buried under adulting. So here are 21 girly outfit ideas that make you look younger—not in a trying-too-hard, Y2K cosplay kind of way—but…
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17 Trending Old Money Outfits That Whisper “Wealth”
Let’s be clear right out the gate: I don’t own a yacht. My kid thinks “budget” means “we still get snacks.” And my idea of financial planning is a coupon code and store credit. But I do know how to dress like someone who casually summers in the Hamptons and winters in Lake Como—even if I’m actually just walking to Target with an overpriced latte. Old money style is not about splashing logos or bragging with labels. It’s about elegance that doesn’t need validation. Quiet luxury. Intentional layering. Looking like your clothes were inherited, not bought during a 40% off flash sale (even if they totally were). So let’s dig…