4 Things I Learned After My Fashion-Editor Boss Dressed Me for a Day

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Michelle: I basically live in jeans, so I definitely wanted to dress Erin in one of my favorite styles at the moment. Luckily, she was down to try the baggy-denim look, which I paired with a fitted long-sleeve top from Free People. I always like to keep my outfits balanced. For example, if I’m wearing a figure-fitting top, I’ll style it with something loose on the bottom. Or if I’m exposing a lot of leg, I’ll make sure my arms are covered. My thoughts: Considering I pretty much want to steal every outfit Michelle wears straight off of her back (my Instagram likes are proof!), I wasn’t too worried about not loving every piece she picked for me. I’ve actually been riding the looser-fitting-denim trend for a while now, but I hadn’t tried a pair quite as forgiving as this one from Citizens of Humanity. Usually, I prefer something a tad more fitted, but the styling, wash, and overall design on these is so impeccable I didn’t even care. The sheer number of times I’ve worn them (and received compliments from my fashion-editor co-workers) serves as ample validation.  Like Michelle, I’m all about balance with my outfits and never like to appear overly baggy or overly skimpy—unless I’m in all sweats at home or in a bathing suit poolside. Free People happens to be one of my all-time favorite brands, so I felt super at home here. Also, how did Michelle know hunter green is one of my all-time favorite shades?
Michelle: I also keep my accessories on the simple side, favoring dainty gold items. Cinco has been my go-to jewelry brand for about a year now—both the prices and designs are great. It wouldn’t have been a full reflection of my style without a bikini or two. It’s too hard to pick a favorite ‘kini style, but I thought Erin would look great in this playful gingham set, which is a cute collab with Beach Riot and Stone Cold Fox. I also like to accessorize my pool look, so I typically throw on some of my Cinco pieces for a layered necklace situation.  My thoughts: You will literally never find me decorated with large or super-statement-making jewelry, so I couldn’t have been more smitten with this demure golden choker from Cinco. Plus, as the comparative fashion and jewelry novice that I am, I’m always game for discovering new (affordably priced) brands I can buy pretty jewelry from. I will definitely be frequenting Cinco in the future in addition to a few of my other favorite fine-jewelry haunts. Swimsuit-wise, I know bikinis are 100% Michelle’s thing, so I wasn’t all too surprised when she threw one into her styling mix. (And I definitely wasn’t mad.) My personal swim MO is super boring and basic, and—Michelle, don’t shudder—I honestly only have a few I love and wear on the reg. Thanks to Michelle, however, I now have another two-piece to add to my arsenal. Due to the print and cut, my eyes wouldn’t necessarily go to this suit first when shopping, but I was surprised with how hard I fell for it after trying it on. It’s obviously not practical if you actually plan on doing some laps, but if you’re content to sunbathe, receive compliments, and snap some really cute pics (which I 200% am), it’s pretty much perfect. 
Keep scrolling for the top four things I learned from Michelle—with Instagram proof from Michelle herself!
Now, shop for other favorite pieces to mix-and-match Michelle’s fashion formula with. 
I’m obsessed with Le Specs, and this chic pair of white glasses go perfectly with both the suit and the outfit. 
I’ve been carrying this chic bucket bag with me everywhere I go. 
I’m still loving shoes with clear vinyl, and this pair goes with literally everything. Plus, the heel isn’t too high for my almost-5’10" frame. 
Meet my favorite tank top ever. Free People has this in every color you can imagine, but I’m partial to this shimmery, nude-gold version, which looks super cute paired with a looser-fitting-jean situation. 
I’m obsessed with this romantic blouse from For Love and Lemons. I actually have it in red but wish I had it in this crisp shade of white. 
Even though this sweater has some bulk, its cropped styling makes it a little showier against a high-waist, wide-leg pair of jeans. 
Agolde does the baggier, vintage fit so perfectly. I have this pair (in a variety of washes) and wear it almost every single day. 
This is one of my favorite brands right now for denim, and I’m especially obsessed with the wide-leg flare of its Sailor Jeans. 
Since this skirt is on the longer side, it still balances out a shorter fit up top.  Next up, four maximalist makeup looks we’re obsessed with—and the clothes to wear with them. 

Source: Who What Wear – Erin Jahns

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