Whether it’s sophisticated, elegant, casual, or yoga pants- everyone has their own unique personal style. My style tends to lean more towards whimsical. I love color and pattern, and I can’t imagine living only in neutrals or a sleek, monochromatic color palette. While it definitely works for others, it’s just not for me.

That being said, I’m always willing to take a risk and try something new.

One of the biggest styles in the past year is athleisure- which is defined as casual clothing designed to be worn for both exercise or doing just about anything else. I know, it sounds very vague. Think of all those girls in yoga pants, jogger pants, sneakers- that’s athleisure.

Even though it’s not really my aesthetic, I admire certain aspects of it. You’ll never see me in trainers unless I’m exercising, but I do like more casual tennies. When I found these cute white canvas shoes at H&M, I knew they’d be a perfect starting point for a dressed up athleisure style.

With my H&M canvas shoes as the base for my style, and added the cropped Harper Trouser from Old Navy. These are a relaxed fit, cropped pant (you know I love to show a little ankle!) that are so comfortable and flattering! I definitely have more junk in my trunk than most, but I felt like these pants skimmed it just the right way. I might like the Harpers as much as my beloved Pixies!

To keep the look more casual I wore a soft, sueded olive green cocoon shell, also from Old Navy. But the pants and shoes would also look great with a traditional button down left untucked with rolled sleeves. There are so many ways to make this work!

While it’s not my everyday look, I find myself really liking this casual style. I hope I’ve inspired you to try something new- who knows, you may find something you really love!

If you like the athleisure look, check out this article from Glamour detailing the do’s and don’t’s of dressing athleisure. They give great tips!

What would you love to try, and how is it different from your normal style? I would love to know, so don’t be afraid to leave a comment!

shoes: H&M // pants: Old Navy // top: Old Navy // sunglasses: H&M // watch: Fossil (similar & similar) // earrings: Target

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