Ageless Style is a monthly style challenge and link up for women of all ages. Each month we pick a different theme and style an outfit based on that theme. This month's theme is "Straw Purses, Totes, or Handbags" and was picked by Jodie.
Spring and Summer is the perfect time of year to carry a straw handbag. They go seamlessly with our more lightweight outfits and just give that casual vibe of warmer weather. Just like our "Stripes" theme last month, straw bags are always in style but this season they are hot, hot, hot and you will see straw bags everywhere!
Some of the ladies in our group were excited about the challenge because they didn't own a straw bag and it gave them a good excuse to go buy one. I on the other hand, have always been a fan of straw bags and had quite the collection already (see these posts HERE and HERE, for some other examples) and I had to actually decide which straw bag I would feature for today's post. I finally decided on this small straw clutch which I've had for a while but never did a fashion post on it. It did however make an appearance on THIS wedding post.
I thought my straw clutch would coordinate beautifully with my relaxed Caribbean vibe I had going on in this outfit. My pants are new from Ross. I am so into these linen drawstring pants, I can't get enough of them! I keep buying them! I intend to wear them all summer long in place of shorts. They are so cool and comfy.
It's still a little chilly here in Wisconsin most days, so I paired my linen pants with a white denim jacket. I shopped my closet for the top and couldn't believe it matched the color in the pants so perfectly; one would think I bought this as a "set". For shoes, I went with closed toe flats, although I think the outfit would look better with a white sandal. It was just too cool to expose the tootsies on this day.
For jewelry, I kept the beachy vibe going with a shell necklace and bracelet.
This straw clutch also comes with a long chain if you want to use it as a cross body bag. You can see how I used it the chain on the wedding post I linked above.
Now be sure to check out how the other ladies in the group are styling their straw bags and link up with us as well.
Have a Great Day! Amy
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