One thing my friends will tell you about me is that I can’t pass a good reason to dress up. I just love how dressing up makes me feel. That few minutes in front of the mirror has a way of erasing self doubt and negativity. Slip my foot in a comfortable four inches heel and the confidence is up the roof. Having said that, every day style is my thing. Ninety percent of the time I am my casual self in basic pieces. Sometimes my casual is too casual and sometimes it’s casual chic, but in all comfort is key. Like I said in this style inspirations post, “nothing like being stylish while enjoying the comfort of your basics.” I know I’ll sound like a broken record, but blazers are the ultimate capsule wardrobe piece. Never goes out of style no matter what trend the world is forcing on us. Lol! Definitely one of my go-to when I want to create a casual chic outfit.
I wore this outfit to explore the city of Middlesbrough, an industrial town in North Yorkshire (UK). As a first time visitor there it was only right that we played tourist which ended us in Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, or mima. – A contemporary art gallery based in the centre. Quite a nice place with a roof top that gives you a view of the city from above. As you can see the weather was on the good side which is always a blessing here in the UK.
What is your go-to piece when creating a casual chic outfit?
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You look amazing lovely…gorgeous. I hope you have a fantastic new week 🙂 xx
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Thanks much dear and likewise. 🙂
You did a wonderful job styling babe you look beautiful and loving the blazer.
xoxo
Lovely
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Thanks much, Lovely! 🙂
That blazer looks so good in you, you are stunning in red! 🙂 I agree a blazer can dress up an outfit nicely – I wear a blazer to the office to stop my outfits looking to casual sometimes! 🙂
Hope that you had a great weekend 🙂 I just posted my weekday wear linkup, I’d love you to join! 🙂
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Thanks much, Mica and good to hear that.
The weekend was okay. Hope yours too. Off to join in. Appreciated the invite. 🙂
The blazer is what makes this look super chic! I also love the contrast of the polka dots with the bold red color. Amazing look Missy!
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I couldn’t agree more with you, Kathrine. Thanks very much!
I really like the polka dots with the red blazer!
Jennifer
Effortlessly Sophisticated
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Good to hear that, Jennifer. Thank you!
You have great style, my beautiful Mavis! Always love how you keep comfort as a constant in all your effortless chic looks. You are so right about blazers! They transcend time and will always be fashionable. Hope 2020 is getting off to a great start for you, my dear friend!
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Thanks so much my beautiful, Lizzy! It is off to a great start and hope your end too, dear friend. 🙂
Love how you styled polka dots with the bold red blazer sis. You make casual chic so effortless. As you may have seen I am a BIG fan of blazers too. My go-to pieces when creating a casual chic outfit is skinny jeans with a blazer. I am sure the view from the MIMA roof top is amazing. Love playing tourist too.
Xx
Nikki
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Good to hear that sis and I defo know you are a blazer person. The view was nice. Thanks much, sis. 🙂
A blazer always polishes off an outfit and I love the cheerful polkadots and your cute hair!
Carrie
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I couldn’t agree more, Carrie! Thank you! 🙂
Love this look hun!
xx- Nina
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Thanks Nina 🙂
Lovely pictures Missy May. For me, a dress and a nice pair of Converses or my (fake) Doc Martens are my go to for a casual chic look.
Madeline
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Thank you, Madeline! Dasooorrrr….sounds like my kind of outfit.
Love this look, you look great! Blazers are my go-to too. They’re great dressed up or down, which is why I have loads lol.
Sam
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Good to hear that, Sam. You and I both! And I still keep buying. Lol! Thanks much!
So chic! I love the bright blazer and the polka dots print.
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Thanks much, Radi!
A blazer really adds some polish to a look, without being an uncomfortable piece to wear- it works just like a jacket (unless the weather’s really cold). I love this red version on you!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
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I couldn’t agree more, Ashley and thanks much!
You look so chic!
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What a fun outfit! I love how you mixed the blazer with the skirt! It looks so chic!
-Robin
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Thanks much, Robin. Good to hear that.
I love to ress up! And I love red and polka dots together!
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Good to hear that. Thank you!
Yes! This casual outfit is for sure chic! Love how you styled it!
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Thank you, Rach!
I am in love with that handbag, it’s so cute! I really need a circular handbag in my collection xx
GemmaEtc.com
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Good to hear that, Gemma. I got it from New Look last year. Thank you 🙂
A good blazer really takes outfits up a notch! Love the red with the polka dots! You look so chic!
Jill – Doused in Pink
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I couldn’t agree more with you, Jill. Thanks much!
You have great style, my beautiful Mavis! Always love how you keep comfort as a constant in all your effortless chic looks. You are so right about blazers!
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Thanks very much and good to hear that.
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Loving your whole vibe! That whole mirror thing is 100% true. Instant cofidence booster! My go to piece is a great coat, especially since we are in winter. Even in the summer though a blazer can take a t-shirt to a whole other level. Making an outfit instantly blogger chic. My friends told me that one time! I prefer a print in lots of color over anything else!
Love, thexglitterbox
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Oh yeyyyy…Lacey! I couldn’t agree more with ya. Good to hear that and yes to blogger chic. 🙂 I like prints too!
Thanks much for the contribution, beautiful. 🙂
In love with this outfit! You look stunning!
Have a nice day!
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Thank you, Lucia. Good to hear that and have a good evening.
I recognised already you love to dress up, dear Missy May! Such a fantastic look – suits you perfectly!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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Danke viel mals, Rena!
This is such a chic look on you dear! Love the coat and skirt combination.
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
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Thank you, Jess dear. Good to hear that.
Such a great outfit. I like how you make it chic with sneakers. Thank you for inspiration and congratulations on your YouTube channel.
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I love a good smart blazer to dress up an outfit!
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Dressing up is Fun and your look here is pure Fun. Also, I am loving the hair. . .
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Most definitely! Thanks much, auntie Neti!
I love this post, it definitely brings up some interesting points. This will absolutely be useful for when I want some killer photos but don’t want to be too dressy.
Have a good week! 🙂
Amy x Wandering Everywhere
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Good to hear that, Amy. Ha!! Awesome! Have a lovely weekend ahead. Thanks always! 🙂
What a fabulous outfit! Enjoy your weekend
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You nailed the casual chic look! I love the pop of color of the blazer with the polka dots. Blazers are my go-to too for making an outfit more dressy.
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Thanks much, Kara! Good to hear that.
I love what you say about blazers. You look so chic, and I love the hair.
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Thanks much, sis!
In love with this casual-chic result! That red blazer is to die for!
Kisses, Paola.
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Thanks much, Paola. Good to hear that.
Casual can look so chic, sometimes more so if you ask me. I love a pair of sneakers for dressing down a little something that may be a little OTT.
Sxx
daringcoco.com
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Most definitely, Sonia! Good to hear that and thank you.
Such a great look. Really love the skirt and trainers combined
Gemma x
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Thank you, Gemma!
Ah, your outfit look so perfect! Everything is on point from the silhouette to the color combo.
Love it 🙂
Lots of love ♥ January Girl
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Thanks much, Liz! Good to hear that.
Much love! 🙂
Good call on the blazer. I find that a good jacket can definitely up a look every single time!
-Didier
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Thanks much, Didier. Good to hear that.
Good call on the blazer. I find that a good jacket can definitely up a look every single time! You look great btw!
-Didier
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Dear, You look amazing.I wait for your next post.
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Thank you 🙂
Ah yes nothing pulls a look together like a well made blazer and even better in stand out color. Love this simple but chic look that hits all the marks!
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