Hello!
It’s been a while since I’ve shared an outfit post and I thought this outfit story would be a fun way to get back in the game.
This week, one of my closest friends of over 15 years came to town for a 48-hour thrill ride of fun with her two children. We decided to pack up the minivan rental and head to Waco, TX for a quick road trip to Magnolia. Our destination would begin with breakfast at Magnolia Table in the morning, and Magnolia Market food trucks for lunch.
With such a fun occasion on the horizon, I wanted to wear an outfit that was appropriate for where we were going for the day and still reflective of my unique style.
So, you may be wondering: What do you wear to Magnolia Market and Magnolia Table?
For me, when considering the outdoors and beautiful aesthetics of Magnolia, I wanted to keep it simple, comfortable and yet stylish. The weather forecast was great at a high of 60 degrees, so I knew I didn’t have to wear a heavy sweater or coat and could bank on layers.
After getting my kids dressed and ready in jeans and long sleeve black t-shirts , I opted for a similar look: denim on denim with a tan leather tote bag & leopard boat shoes.
Great for outdoors. Simple yet fun. Relaxed and comfortable.
So let’s talk denim details....
You can never go wrong with denim on denim in an outdoor setting. I’ve had this denim jacket from J.Crew Outlet for several years and I knew it would be a staple in my wardrobe. It was actually a gift from my husband on one of our anniversaries!
Now, with these jeans.
Y’all.
I’m new to the Madewell denim train. I’ve had the Madewell transporter tote for several years but always thought the jeans were too pricey. A few months ago, I got an email about a 40% the sale special and decided to go in and try on a few jeans. Well...after trying on the Madewell 9-inch high rise skinny jeans & the 10-inch high rise skinny jeans I must say the 10 was the most flattering pair of jeans I’ve ever tried on. They fit perfectly at the waist and stay in place. They also claim to have “miracle pockets” that suck everything in (no more mama pooch!) and hey, it worked for me y’all.
Shoe for the day
I’ve had these leopard Sperry’s boat shoes since Grace was like 1! They are a great alternative for regular gym shoes when you have a long day outdoors. They’ve stood the test of time in comfort, quality and style. One of my all-time favorite casual shoes! They don’t sell this material anymore but I’ve seen a pair on Poshmark.
We had the most wonderful morning at Magnolia Table enjoying their fabulous breakfast (get the French toast breakfast & a lavender latte. Trust me!!) and great afternoon at the silos. Magnolia Market is such a beautiful place to enjoy and has a peaceful atmosphere for any age. We met so many people who were visiting from around the country. My friend and I said it’s like adult Disneyworld!! :)
One kind gentleman we met near the #MilesToMagnolia sign was 60, retired and on a multi-state roadtrip with his wife. He complimented us on how beautiful our families are and when I asked him for a piece of advice to young 30 year olds he said this:
“Enjoy every moment. Have fun!”
It’s so true. Too often we get caught up in the weight of life’s details and don’t know how to pull away from the hamster wheel and just have fun. I’m glad my friend Alyssa came to town and encouraged me to enjoy the moments at Magnolia with our children playing together and basking in the warmth of the silos. Every bite was sweet and savory. Every moment was special (even the dual diaper changing frenzy at the Silos Bakery Co. bathroom! Haha).
This weekend, I hope you’ll take some time to step away from your norm and enjoy something new.
Wholeheartedly,
Emonne Markland
