Monday, March 31, 2014

American Eagle Style Challenge


Today I am teaming up with American Eagle and my good friend Ashlyn with Let It Be Beautiful for a style challenge series. We wanted to show you ladies a couple of weekend wear ideas that incorporate tribal prints for the spring and summer months. Make sure to head over to Ashlyn's blog to see additional pictures of her look.

Express Crop Top (coupon codes to Express) // American Eagle Pants c/o (coupon codes for American Eagle) // Forever 21 Denim Vest (option here and here) // Chuck Taylor Converse // Forever 21 Tote // Lookbook Store Necklace c/o (option) // Michael Kors Watch c/o The Jeweler's Wife // Nordstrom Leather Wrap Bracelet c/o // Forever 21 Sunglasses (option)

While Ashlyn chose to style romper pant suit great for a Saturday date or Sunday brunch, I went with a pair of track pants for a comfortable, casual look, perfect for running errands. If you are interested in the pants I am wearing today, make sure to size down.

I am a huge fan of a track style pants with an elastic waist. I have styled and worn a few on my blog before. I know some of you are on the fence about this style, but I promise you that if you give them a try you will be sold as well. They are super comfortable, light, airy and can easily be dressed up or down depending on the day's activities. 

Something else I have been drawn to for years is a black, white and red color combination. Ashlyn and I both paired our black and white pieces with pops of red. It's a palette the never goes out of style and can make a statement without being too bold with colors. 

I hope everyone had a great weekend. Mine was eventful to say the least. We celebrated our oldest daughter's birthday, enjoyed the gorgeous Texas spring weather, went to the iHeartRadio Country Fest (words cannot describe this show and how blessed I was that I ended up going) and had a family reunion on Sunday. I am dragging today and exhausted, but all the running around was worth it. This past weekend is definitely going down as one of the best in the 2014 book!

Shanna

53 comments:

Unknown said...

Very fun laid back outfit. Track pants are not my thing but I am sure if I tried a pair that I would end up living in them.

Alice
www.happinessatmidlife.com

Chelsea Oliver said...

Glad you had such a great weekend and ended up going to the concert! I'm excited to hear about it! And you look so cute - I'm still on the fence about the pants but I'm just going to have to jump in and try them.

-Chelsea
chelsandthecity.blogspot.com

Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/) said...

I love track pants too, great styling love it!

Charming Lucy said...

I thought this would be a post better suited for my daughter when I saw it on IG last night, but I LOVE this! I bought a pair of track pants the last time I saw them on your blog and I have not worn them yet. I am pulling them out now!! Love this and I dont think I am too old (or at least I hope not!). And on a side note, I have an AE denim vest that is 20 years old - still looks new! How funny is that?! Susan

TaraMixandMatch said...

Your pants are so fun!

Nina Piccini said...

I LOVE THESE PANTS! So hip and chic; casual and dressy!
Think I could get away with them at the office? We have a somewhat loose business casual dress code... and those don't appear to be denim-like... :)

love your sneaks too, I just got mine in the mail and can't stop wearing them

xo, Nina
afterthe40barfinish

Unknown said...

Yes yes yes to track pants. Love the trend, and your rocked it Shanna. This the perfect weekend look

xo,
http://www.chachathefashiongenius.com/

Anonymous said...

I LOVE THIS!

I know that I would never pull this look down off of a shelf and be able to pull it off, but you do it so flawlessly.
You go Shanna!

Rachel Emily said...

People on the fence about that style of pants really don'y know what they are missing!

Unknown said...

I love this entire look! I am a huge fan of track pants and they are usually my go to during the weekend! I also love how you added the denim vest! I predict we will be seeing them a lot in the coming weeks!

Glad you had a nice weekend!!

xo, Erica
Casually Styled

Amy Shaughnessy said...

You both look cute! I love the print of the pants. This is a fun warm-weather look.

Amy

Fashion and Beauty Finds

Alissa said...

Track pants are my fave trend this spring. You get to be soooo comfortable AND look cute at the same time.

Johanna said...

I love the way you styled those pants. They are indeed the most comfy pants to run around in. And AE jeans are literally my favorite jeans on earth. Highly recommend the jeggings! Happy Monday!

Because of Jackie said...

I love cosy, elastic waist romper pants, they are the grown up versions of sweatpants! You look fun and casual and pulled together (as usual), and I love American Eagle…I'm obsessed!

Paige Flamm said...

I love American Eagle! These printed pants are awesome!

Paige
http://thehappyflammily.com

TheTinyHeart said...

You looks so cute and comfy! I just ordered a pair of white Chucks and I'm hoping I can keep them from getting dirty. If you have any tips, let me know!

-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
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Rachel said...

Those pants are so fun!

Unknown said...

I love this look on you Shanna!

Elizabeth M said...

Track pants are my absolute favorite this year - love this look!

Whitney 'Nic' James said...

Love this look. The pants are so fun and comfy looking. Great casual and chic styling!

~Whitney
www.whitneynicjames.com

Alyssa said...

Those pants are so fun and comfy–perfect for a lazy day wandering around the city!

Whitney said...

Does anyone have any feedback for track pants on girls with curvier bottom halfs? The comfort factor is very intriguing but I'm not sure that the pants would be very flattering on me.

Helene in Between said...

i LOVE this casual look, these pants are so cute!

Ashley said...

So cute!!! I love this look Shanna!!

Xo Ash,
Sincerely Miss Ash

Ashlyn | Let It Be Beautiful said...

shan, your look is SO cute. i want it all! & i love how we did black, red & white. so classic!

& i had so much fun doing this collab with you!

love you! xo

Ashlyn | Let It Be Beautiful said...

shan, your look is SO cute. i want it all! & i love how we did black, red & white. so classic!

& i had so much fun doing this collab with you!

love you! xo

Unknown said...

Omg Shanna you are so flippin cute! I can't get over it! Love the whole look, especially your high pony! : )

PS-Super jealous you got to see Eric Church this weekend!

Kayla
www.lovelucygirl.com

Amy said...

Oh my goodness, how adorable are these track pants!? Loving everything about this!!

xo Amy
www.urbanfrill.com

Jeans and a Teacup said...

American Eagle is my go to store for pants. I don't know why but they are the only jeans that really fit me well! haha... But those track pants are super cool. I love the look!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup

All That Glitters said...

You are adorable as always! I saw on Instagram that you got to Iheartradio!! Jealous! So glad you got to go though:)

Carly said...

Those pants, YES PLEASE!!!

Unknown said...

So so chic girl, I love this whole look!

Shall We sasa said...

Cute outfit<3

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Wine and Couture said...

Love your converse with these pants!!! I am always trying to find ways to wear my converse that isn't jeans.
xo, Lee

Alexa said...

So cute! You are rocking those pants! :)

Caroline said...

I live in sweatpants anyway, I should prob just go ahead and make them pretty. I want to hear all about the country music!!! SO jealous you went!

LRB said...

Love the print and they look so comfy.

www.littleredbook-thatshaute.blogspot.com

Kellyann Rohr said...

You look adorable in this outfit and super skinny - so flattering! After seeing you in track pants a few times and how great you look I think I am ready to go for a pair for myself! Thanks for the inspiration!

Kathrin@shopschoolsleep said...

I love the track pants on you.... But I just can't on me... My hips look weird :( dying to hear about I heart country radio!!!

Anonymous said...

I love the high ponytail! It's so chic!

Unknown said...

I want to hear all about the concert! You look fabulous and yes, I've still get to try these pants. I bought a black pair and just need to wear them already!

Unknown said...

I love your denim vest, I keep eyeing them but can never decide if I want one or not!

Maddy
http://cassidylou.com

Shea Lennon said...

I'm happy to hear that you ended up being able to go to the concert, that's awesome! And you are ROCKING those track pants. I'm not sure I could pull them off, but they're so cute on you it makes me want to try!

Unknown said...

I am so in love with this it is ridiculous! You look so precious and effortless!

xo Maggie

Nikki said...

Sounds like you had a busy weekend! Love those pants! And I love the way you styled them!

Nikki
thefashionablewife.com

Anonymous said...

Sounds like a fabulous weekend! Those pants look super cute on you and I am loving that tote!

Ashleigh said...

I love the jogger silhouette! I own two pairs of pants like that and they are so comfy!
-Ash
www.stylizedwannabe.blogspot.com

Kelly @ turned UP to ELEVEN! said...

I have been eyeing up the Camo version of these pants for summer. They look so comfortable - and I think with a black tank and a vest they'd be awesome. Thanks for the push in the right direction!!! ox

Debbie Stinedurf said...

Love the pants...I'm a huge fan of track pants too! I'd wear them every day if I could get away with it.
Debbie
www.fashionfairydust.blogspot.com

Kayla MKOY said...

You pull off those pants like WOAH! I'm jealous. This is the perfect vacation outfit -- I want!! :)

Straight A Style said...

I love how you style fun, trendy pieces in appropriate ways!

xo, Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds

Anonymous said...

I don't think I'd be brave enough to wear these pants but this outfit just screams casual and fun! Love it!

Janna Renee said...

I will pretty much always be an American Eagle fan. I love that they tend to carry more classic styles that don't go out of style, but they do push the edge of fashion to keep it fun. I love both outfits!

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