So, I know the last month I've been laying it on pretty thick with current pop hits, but there's just something about summer and the radio. You know what I mean? Some songs are just "summer songs". They make you drive fast and sing loud. If it wasn't 110 degrees outside, you'd roll the windows down and share it with everyone. Ah, summer songs, how I love thee!
I'm pretty sure that Pink is my favorite female artist ever of all time. She is beautiful and smart. She's got a great voice, amazing lyrics, and a sassy attitude! If you are familiar with Pink's music, then you know she's a little raunchy and naughty, and this song is no exception. "Blow Me (One Last Kiss)" is like the ultimate break-up song- a final screw you to a worthless boyfriend. While I've never experienced this particular emotion, I imagine I would be a total bad-ass, just like Pink!
In reality, I'd probably turn into some sobbing, pathetic mess, a la Bella in Twilight, but in my mind, I'd be hard-core. Now today's outfit doesn't exactly strike me as something hard-core. I felt a little 1970s' housewife. I've had these white shorts from Old Navy for more than a month, but never could find a top that looked right with them. They are cut a little generously, so they hang a little weird. I felt like I needed a tunic, but none of the ones I owned were doing it for me.
Then I remembered this bathing suit cover up I bought a couple of years ago at the beach. The colors are right on trend and it was a perfect length to give it a dress-vibe. I ended up really liking this look. Two years ago, I would have NEVER have worn a sheer bathing suit cover up as a shirt in public, but now... well, it works and I loved it. Anytime you can get double wear out of an item is a win in my book. Enjoy the video and have a great Tuesday!
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I love Pink too! And Maam are you wearing jellies???? I love it!
Ohh I know axactly what you mean about "summer songs" :)
And the air conditioner in my car broke down couple days ago, so I have to roll the windows down anyway:) Beautiful look dear!
Xo
Elena
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Ok I LOVE PINK TOO! Her song "F**king Perfect" brings tears to my eyes everytime I listen to it. I think she is one the best singers out there. Period.
As for you outfit, its divine! I love the print and color of your tunic. It really makes you shine!
How creative to wear the bathing suit coverup as a top! If you hadn't told us, I never would've known! I agree that there's just something about summer songs :) It's fun listening to summer songs from years past and think back to the memories of that summer!
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
Pink's 'So What' was my anthem through the last big break up I had. I would turn it up in my car really loud and shout the lyrics. (when I wasn't at home crying and eating my feelings)
I love this outfit! It's so summery and bright. And are those peep toe jellies? I want them!
You have absolutely fantastic hair :)
Love the top! I would have never guessed it was a swimsuit cover. Tricky, tricky. ; ) My favorite Pink song is still There You Go. I think that was her first hit. THAT is an awesome break up song!!
Here's a blast from the past. Do you remember this???
I just heard this song for the first time this morning while driving to work. Liked it! I adore Pink and her awesome attitude. She was on the Elvis Duran and the Morning Show this morning and it made me love her even more.
Hannah Tattoos and Pearls
I haven't listened to the radio in years...probably 3 years. I downloaded a song on itunes and thought it was so great and said so on facebook. Everyone replied and said it was the most over played song on the radio. Oh. Great. I pretty much just listen to dance/electronica music so I don't know what is popular anymore!
Amy
Fashion and Beauty Finds
Love Pink and her sassy attitude! I sing at the top of my lungs in my car throughout the year, windows up or down... is that wrong? I LOVE this coverup/shirt on you, so colorful and fun. You are looking super pretty Katie! :)
xo, Yi-chia
i lovee the print on that dress!!!
-Jessica
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love it - great outfit, you look good in every colour! - i use beach cover- ups as top/tunics when we have nice weather (england is currently having the worst weather EVER i am currently sulking.......big time!!!) break up songs are soo necessary for those melancholy moments and extra soft tissues (obviously!) i am now whisked away to a time a boy broke up with me, he told me he was seeing someone else (how rude!), i responded 'you are breaking up with me, look at me (pose)..and look at you' i then sat down, i stayed to prolong his discomfort and slowly finished my drink, when i was ready and in my time i sashayed my sweet self out - at the time i felt magnificent!! x
Cute, cute tunic & OI love the striped tie belt with it!
These colors and flowers are perfect for summer!
Super cute outfit! I love the little accent belt. Adorable!
I love those colors on you!
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Love the tunic!!! The jellies are really cute too!!!
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I think you would be a total badass too! Love the fun print on your tunic! So perfect for summer!
xx
Here&Now
Isn't it funny how a few years can make something previously unthinkable suddenly fashionable? Seafoam (aka mint) used to be considered hideous! You look like a hip, 70s housewife, so no worries.
haha I actually cannot stand that particular Pink song, although I love all her others...not sure why! I love the colours & pattern on that top though - so pretty & summery.
Seriously, you are so awesome. I love love love your Tunesday Tuesday posts - so far, I have LOVED pretty much all of your songs. Pink is definitely one of my favorite female artists - she make me proud to be a woman!
Your outfit is so awesome - casual but completely put together. Using the coverup as a tunic is perfect!!
I too love me some pink! I like to think I'm pretty badass :D But don't catch me on the third week of the month, eating chocolate and crying at commercials :D I love this printed tunic too! You look so great in bright colors! Naturally you look very bubbly, but colors make you pop! Thanks for watching my video too. I was pretty self conscious b/c it's the first video I've made and hearing my own voice is so weird! I do like though that people can connect my face with my voice, it's nice to know what the people you always talk to sound like :)
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Totally! Summer is one fabulous pop song - for me it's all about Katy Perry this summer... and I'm loving that flowing top - the colors are just gorgeous on you!
XO
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Such fun summery colors! And I know exactly what you mean about radio pop songs in the summer - except we don't have A/C so I really do roll the windows down and belt them out :D
And I think we finally found something we disagree on... I don't like Pink *don't hit me*
I LOVE this outfit! One of my favourites so far! I can't believe that's a beach cover up. The colours are gorgeous, and it looks amazing on you! So pretty!
<3 Jenny
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These are fun and cheerful colors, but blue is truly beautiful on you. The shades of blue on you in your last entry is one of your best color combos.
the print looks great on you! love the bright colors!
You look incredible in brights, great with your hair/skin! I love them paired with white too, it's just quintessential summer :) Old Navy has some great stuff when you really look around...I'm headed there with a 40% coupon tonight!
<3 Cambria
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The bright colors look amazing on you! And your hair looks very "summertime". Great look!
The colors in your cover up turned tunic are so bright and cheery, I love it! Perfect for wearing as you blast the summer tunes. Also, are those jellies I see?! Absolutely perfect, I love them!
Colleen
These bright colors are PERFECT for a summer outfit.
A Southern Drawl
Thank you, Grace! I was iffy about it, but the more I look at it, the more I love it!
Check out today's post for info on the jellies! They even change color! And they'er Crocs {GASP!}
Thank you, Mary! I had a REALLY good air-dry/wavy hair day :)
I agree- this is a summer outfit! Brights, whites, wavy hair! Old Navy is constantly seducing me!
Thank you, Julie!
Thank you, Mary! That makes me feel better about the number of blue dresses I currently own!
Awww, thank you Jenny! I think it's one of my favorites too!
I knew you couldn't be perfect ;) I'm pretty sure you have mistaken Pink for some other singing chick!
Thank you :) I will listen to Katy Perry over and over again when driving. Of course, my husband doesn't really enjoy it! ;)
You've got a great voice, and I thought you sounded really natural! We will be badasses together!
Thank you! Thank you! I know exactly what you mean about Pink! I have the biggest girl crush on her!
And thank you for the outfit compliment- wish I had more cover-ups to do double duty!
This one definitely sounds different than her other stuff. Maybe a different producer?
Thank you so much!
Fashion is definitely finicky! I love magazines acting like bangs and maxi dresses are new inventions!
I will totally take hip, 70s housewife!
Yes! If even one person agrees, then it makes it official! That's the rule :)
Thank you so much! I am so excited about these jellies!
Thank you, Kacie! I definitely stood out in the business lunch crowd that day!
Thank you Sarah!
That's exactly what I thought! I'm so glad I tried it!
Thank you, D'Rae!
I hate that you guys are still having bad weather!
Love your break-up story! That's a way to make him sweat it out!
Thank you, Jessica!
Even at red lights? I always stop singing at red lights because I have a terrible voice!
I understand exactly how you feel. I am usually months behind on all the "hip" stuff!
I love her so hard! She's my ultimate girl crush!
OMG, Catie! That was the year I graduated, and when I saw what the video was I nearly teared up. This song is life-changing. I play it and the video for my students every year when teaching Transcendentalism.. . You just made my day!!!!
Thank you, Asher. It only took me twenty years to figure out how to fix it!
Exactly! You understand Pink perfectly! Please check out today's post for the shoe info! They are CROCS!! And the change color! What!!!!
It's so amazing how songs can immediately transport you to a time and place. It's magical!
She has several songs that make me cry, including that one, so I understand exactly what you are talking about. I think it's a combination of the lyrics and the vulnerability she can sing with! Chill bumps!
Then sing loud with Xi-chia! :) I would absolutely DIE without A/C- seriously!
Yes! I know I've already commented on your newer comment, but I didn't want to ignore this one!
That's too funny! Happy to have made your day! ; )
It looks great! I love those colors on you! So bright and fun! I love Pink too. She's very bad ass. She's very empowering for women, I think! Have you seen her breastfeeding photo? It's beautiful!
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