August Fashion Favorites

I don’t usually have enough new clothes to do a fashion post on my blog, but I’ve recently bought some pieces that I know while last me for years to come! All of these pieces are very well made and they’ve been on heavy rotation ever since I bought them.

A view of my Ref tank from the back

-Reformation Canyon Top ($38)

Reformation is the one the brands I look at on Instagram constantly because every one of their pieces is literally stunning AND they are a sustainable brand! This is the first piece I have ever bought from them because their clothes are on the pricier side (sustainability costs more fast fashion). I love this high quality tank so much! It is literally so comfortable and soft. I absolutely love the pastel color on my medium skin. The wide neck is so timeless.

One really cool thing about the Reformation site I noticed while shopping is that they list on every top whether a bra can work with the top. I really appreciate these details, especially when I am spending money on a high quality piece. This top is “Strapless Bra Friendly”. 

After dipping my toe into Reformation, I’m definitely going to save my money and buy more pieces from them based on the timeless designs and the sustainable quality of their clothes. Why can’t every brand be sustainable?

My new favorite pair of Levis jeans

-Levis Ribcage Super High Waist Ankle Straight Jeans ($98)

I bought these jeans during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and I am now obsessed with them. They are the most comfortable, well fitting jeans I’ve ever owned. I HATE buying pants in general so this jeans purchase was a big deal. I hate buying jeans because I’m really picky and you never know what you’re going to get online, but these are seriously amazing. 

*Styling Tip: When styling the petite figure, absolutely try to go for high waisted pieces. A high waisted pair of pants will elongate the legs, making you appear taller. If these wide legged jeans were low waisted, they would shrink my figure significantly even though I actually have long legs.

Rocking my fanny pack (light grey) in San Diego

-Herschel Supply Co. Fourteen Hip Pack ($25)

When I was a kid, my Nana offered me her fanny packs and I said no because I thought they were gross. I regret my choices now. This fanny pack (they call it a “hip pack” on their website, but we all know what it is lol) is perfect for every occasion. I take it hiking all the time because I can have easy access to my phone (for pictures) and chapstick. I also took it to my recent trip to San Diego and it was perfect for keeping my hands free in the airport and walking around the beach.

This fanny pack feels super durable and the grey color goes with everything. They had a light purple color that looked really cute as well, but I went for the gray because like I said, it goes with everything. I love Herschel Supply as a brand. Their backpacks and bags are super high quality. I featured my Herschel Supply backpack in my post, Gear to Help You Be Successful in College, and it’s another favorite of mine.

I feel like so many women’s clothes are made to inhibit women. High heels make it harder to walk, fake pockets in pants make us carry around stupid purses, etc. I’m not saying I don’t think high heels and purses aren’t cute, but they do make things harder. My fanny pack is like a giant kangaroo pocket that keeps my hands free so I don’t have to lug around any extra items. Hurray.

Wearing my GymShark sports bra and leggings (in purple) hiking

-GymShark Set ($85)

I have been eyeing GymShark clothes since last Black Friday and my craving for GymShark increased when I started going to the gym last semester. I waited until their summer sale to buy a set and I feel like such a badass in this workout set. The material is very durable, yet its stretchy and moves with my body. It basically feels like a second skin. I did compare the material of this set to Spiderman’s suit on my Insta stories hahaha :p

My favorite aspect of these leggings is that they are high waisted. They cover my belly button so it makes it easy to skip the shirt if I feel like it. I also like the high waisted feature because I don’t have to continuously adjust my leggings mid work out. They stay in place.

*If you’re considering ordering from GymShark, just know that they don’t have an exchange policy. They DO have refunds, but if you order during a sale and you receive the wrong size, you won’t be able to exchange it. This happened to me the first time I ordered from them. 🙁

*Another thing to note, I would consider sizing up. I used their size chart the first time and it ended up being way too small because the material is tight.

 

Have you tried any of these brands before? I’d love to know in the comments!

27 COMMENTS

  1. Jennifer | 26th Aug 19

    I love the colour of your workout set!

    Jennifer
    Effortlessly Sophisticated

    • Jill Gilbert | 27th Aug 19

      Thank you! I usually go for classic black, but I finally decided to branch out and I’m happy I did!

  2. Bri | 27th Aug 19

    I always feel that I don’t have enough clothes for the posts! But the rotation is always a good idea! Especially if you have neutral, classy pieces, that are never out of style! 🙂 I also learned, if you have a fashion blog it makes much more sense to buy more skirts, trousers, and tops, rather than one-pieces (like dresses and jumpsuits) because it’s easier to mix and match them! Anyways, loved your looks so much! Reformation top is gorgeous! 🙂

    xx Bri | http://www.brigitadaisy.com

    • Jill Gilbert | 29th Aug 19

      Thank you so much! I have some neutral pieces in my closet that I wear on rotation, but sometimes I get bored hahaha. Mix and match pieces really are a game changer in this blogging world. I’m pretty excited about my ref top 🙂

  3. Radi | 28th Aug 19

    I like the gym set. Love being active and shopping workout clothing!

    http://www.fashionradi.com

    • Jill Gilbert | 29th Aug 19

      Thank you! I don’t buy workout clothes very often because they’re always so expensive, but I know this set will last me hopefully forever!

  4. Rach | 28th Aug 19

    Love both outfits! It’s a cute gym set and your reformation top and levis are so cute together!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

    • Jill Gilbert | 29th Aug 19

      Thank you so much! Tbh the ref top and levis are my new favorite outfit haha 🙂

  5. VANESSA | 28th Aug 19

    YOU ARE JUST THE CUTEST!! LOVE THOSE JEANS YOU ARE WEARING, DEAR!
    XOXO, VANESSA
    http://WWW.WHATWOULDVWEAR.COM

    • Jill Gilbert | 29th Aug 19

      OMG! Thank you so much! That is so nice! 😀

  6. Jessica | 29th Aug 19

    I love your ref tank dear! So chic on you. Also, yes, can’t go wrong with the classic Levis.

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

    • Jill Gilbert | 29th Aug 19

      Thank you! I truly am so excited about my new ref tank, I can’t stop wearing it! Levis are such a great brand!

  7. SundayDahlias | 29th Aug 19

    Those Levis fit so well! Love them!

    http://www.sundaydahlias.com

    • Jill Gilbert | 29th Aug 19

      Thank you! They really are so comfortable and I can’t stop wearing them!

  8. Alyssa | 29th Aug 19

    I personally just wear gym outfits when I go out and have nothing to wear. Your gym set looks amazin

    check this post
    http://www.alyinwanderland.com/2019/08/effortless-minimal-necklaces-and-cuff.html

    • Jill Gilbert | 30th Aug 19

      Thank you! Gym clothes really are so comfortable!

  9. Natalia | 30th Aug 19

    I’m loving your effortless and feminine style! Really nice outfits 🙂

    Lindifique

  10. Eileen | yesmissy.com | 30th Aug 19

    I’m loving the Reformation tank! They recently opened up their first store in my city too, so I might have to pick one of those tops up for myself!

    xx
    Eileen | http://www.yesmissy.com

    • Jill Gilbert | 30th Aug 19

      Thank you so much! If they opened a store in my city, I think I would go so broke hahaha

  11. Cielo | 30th Aug 19

    I really love this look!

    – Cielo
    Mermaid in Heels

  12. Grace Liang | 30th Aug 19

    Your style is amazing! I love that reformation top – such a pretty color on you!

    https://colorandgrace.com

    • Jill Gilbert | 30th Aug 19

      Thank you so much! I’m really into the lavender color!

  13. Mariann Yip | 12th Sep 19

    I am obsessed with your favorites! The gymshark set is so cute 🙂

    https://mariannyc.com/rooted-plants/

    • Jill Gilbert | 15th Sep 19

      Thank you so much! I wear my GymShark set several times a week haha

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