I don’t want to be unfair to all my other shirts, but this bow back top is the best shirt ever. Like you need to buy it now. Button front AND bow back in one top?! I mean, come on. Plus, it is only $58. It pairs well with these fun paisley shorts. I’ll be honest, I am not usually a shorts wearer. While I have no basis of rational thought for this, I just don’t feel as comfortable in them as I do in jeans or dresses/skirts. I have to admit, for a pair of shorts these fit really well and have a flattering cut. Shorts do have their place in a wardrobe too, especially in a climate like Oklahoma with 100+ degree summers. Ugh.
I was so excited when Banana Republic asked me to participate in their “what moves us” campaign. To be honest, so many things move me. My faith, my precious little family in Russ and Ivy Jean and my broader family, and my community of friends here in Tulsa are of course the key aspects in my life that move me. I’m also motivated my being healthy.
Beyond that getting to be creative really moves me, and a lot of that creativity comes out in fashion for me personally. I love getting to dress differently depending on my mood or the day and try different styles of clothing. I love that I have gotten to connect with amazing women through this blog (who would have guessed?!). Women and feminism have had a big presence in the media lately, and I just feel so dang proud to be a woman. YOU all move me. You are brave, and strong, and talented, and creative, and intelligent, and you wear so many hats while juggling so many things. You are inspiring. I feel incredibly fortunate to get to have this little space on the internet, and it moves and motivates me everyday to be the best version of myself. I’d love to know what moves you?
Bow Back Top for Spring
Top and Shorts c/o Banana Republic // Mules // Bag: Rebecca Minkoff (current version)
Special thanks to Banana Republic for sponsoring this post.
106 Comments
Awww, you’re so sweet! YOU move us too! I love coming back to your blog for a constant dose of inspiration, may it be in the way of dressing, thinking or being able to relate as a mom!
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oh my that top is utterly adorable! The bow detailing is perfect on it. Just enough whimsy without making it twee.
And I know this is late but I’ve been away, many congrats on the birth of Ivy Jean. She is beautiful and I hope she is bringing you much love, laughter and joy.
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this top is so pretty, loving your shoes too. mules are so great for spring!
Abigail Alice ?
Love the mixing of prints, Subtle but chic!
Xo, Crystal Chanelle
That top is absolutely adorable!!!
Sincerely Miss Ash
How adorable is this top? So jealous of your warm weather to wear it.
Officially need this top! You’ve convinced me.
Mary
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Those shorts are adorable! I am in love with printed shorts in the summer. They really help an outfit look so much more put together! That top is adorable too!
This top is the cutest! Love the bow detail. I am so jealous that you are in warm enough weather to be wearing this! Gorgeous!
xx, Elise
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Omg you are just too cute! I love that top. Just screams spring!
xoxo
Rachel
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This top is darling! I love the way you’ve styled it and those mules are so cute!
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So cute
Aly In Wanderland | <3 | New Post
You look darling in this outfit. So fresh and summery. Have a great week ahead!
How cute is this top?! Love the pattern mixing – pinning now!
Zelle
Southern Style
The bow detail on your top is so cute! I’m also loving those paisley shorts! Have a great week!
Jill
Doused In Pink
Loving this cute top! You look so ready for Summer. My family motivates as well as my faith. Thanks for sharing what motivates you!
That’s such a cute top. This look on you is so chic. Happy new week.
Bernie, xx
The Style Fanatic
Such a cute top, obsessed with the bow detailing! Cheers to a fabulous week gurlie <3
Green Fashionista
You look super cute in these top and shorts Amy Ann, love the mules too.
Nina’s Style Blog
So so cute, Amy Ann! This top really is the cutest ever. And I’m so obsessed with the perforated mules. I need them in my closet! Happy Monday!
xo, Rachel
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