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This post is sponsored by Chico’s. I was paid for this post and received the clothes as compensation. All opinions are mine.

I am notorious for over-packing for vacations!  Next weekend, Big Rich and I are heading out on an extended weekend road trip up the central coast of California to the quaint little town of Cambria for our wedding anniversary.  This is a romantic little spot tucked away on the coast with temperate summer weather and incredible views that go on forever.  Thankfully, in partnering with Chico’s, I have the perfect versatile summer wardrobe I need for our getaway, including the accessories.  Easy breezy!   I am so excited I can fit everything in one suitcase with a little extra room for anything I might purchase along the way. 

Chico’s makes it so easy to find versatile pieces that mix and match with one another.  By using this link  you are able to swipe across matching tops and bottoms.  This allows you to see how they look together!  The whole website is user friendly.  What I especially like are the suggestions it gives in how to style a garment with other pieces and accessories.  There are some fabulous summer SALES going on right now with incredible deals!! I’m excited to share with you my outfit pieces, accessories and all the stylish looks!

For my first outfit, I was looking for a summer ensemble that was smart and casual with a splash of chic. Nothing says summer like a tie front shirt!  This cotton chambray tie front is wrinkle free and the roll up sleeves give it a little extra pop of chic! The straight-fit denim crops are flattering and offer just the right amount of stretch for comfort along with a little extra stretch in the waistband.  This makes traveling in the car very comfortable.  I love all things blue, so blue on blue in my eyes is the perfect way to accessorize!  The gorgeous drop earrings are styled with textured, silver-tone beads and blue simulated stones.  I couldn’t resist some more beachy blue and went with this wonderful necklace. Its seed bead tassel, discs, and charms are adorable.  And, then there is the fabulous beaded coil bracelet to seal the deal. A must have is a summer bag with an interior that is roomy enough to carry everything I need without it being too cumbersome. This fun and chic fringed tote can be carried by the handles, or worn as a shoulder or crossbody bag.

A summer outfit wouldn’t be complete without a great pair of sunnies!  I chose these blue sunglasses (on sale!) with a touch of neutral as the tones complement both outfits.  They also offer a pretty little surprise- a printed design on the interior temples.

My second outfit is a bit more upscale offering luxurious pristine casual chic look.  This no-wrinkle striped linen tunic is super comfy with moisture wicking fabric.  I knowww!  Wrinkle free and moisture wicking linen!!  It’s perfect for wine tasting, high tea or dining out. These slim crops are amazingly slimming and flatter my curvy body shape. The fabric is sooo soft! I adore the embellished hem.  A gold-tone link necklace and clip-on chandelier earrings to add the finishing touches.  Of course, the fringe tote accessorizes like a dream!

Take a look at how effortlessly I styled different versatile looks mixing and matching outfits and accessories!  This truly takes the stress out of what I need to pack for our little getaway, giving me more time to focus on planning activities for our anniversary.

We love road tripping along Pacific Highway Number One, taking in some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in the country.  Casual chic that effortlessly transitions to upscale casual fits the wardrobe bill for our anniversary weekend! Chico’s versatile mix and match outfits and accessories transition from one look to another with ease giving me more time to enjoy making memories with my number one guy!

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Barbie Holmes

I am a midlife woman embracing change and challenge, digging deep, walking through fear and anxiety in a discovery of what truly lights up my life. I am making new connections and friendships with my wonderful husband, Big Rich, by my side. We are ALL IN for a stellar third act in this play called LIFE! Please join me in my journey, maybe you'll be inspired to make a change and try something new! Much love, Barbie xo

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14 Comments

  1. I love the classic timeless look of Chico’s clothing and accessories on Barbie! Everything was so easy to mix and match helping to stretch those fashion dollars. Looking forward to taking Barbie out for a nice anniversary weekend wine tasting and beach combing sporting her new Chico’s Fashions.

  2. You wear the Chico clothes so well Barbie! Always so fashionable and chic! Enjoy your anniversary trip! I only took a carry – on suitcase to Europe this summer, but still managed to look fresh every day! The only disadvantage is that it leaves little room left over for shopping!

    Enjoy!

    1. Hi Suaznne! Thank you so much for reading and commenting! I appreciate your kind words. One suitcase is tricky especially if you want to do some shopping! We are driving so I’ll have room for extra shopping bags! xo

  3. I love this idea of mix and match especially for traveling! I am the worst when it comes to packing light, but this would definitely make it easier!!
    I think all online shops should have that feature that they used.
    XOXO

    1. Barb, I thoroughly enjoyed reading about your fashion outfits and saw how you could mix and match Chico’s clothes. I have never heard of this line of clothing and wondered if it was available in Canada?
      Meanwhile, have a wonderful anniversary trip.

      1. Hi Jenny! Thank you so much for reading the blog and commenting. Chico’s has a store on Yonge Street at The Upper Canada Mall in Toronto!

    2. Hi Jodie! I think choosing two main outfits and mixing and matching is a great start at paring down the number if items needed. I agree, if online shopping offered a swipe feature for tops and bottoms like the Chico’s link it’d be so much easier to figure out what goes with what! xo

  4. I love that chambray shirt. Does Chico’s sell plus sized clothing?
    Cambria is a beautiful town! Happy Anniversary

    1. Hi Crystal! We love Cambria! Yes, Chico’s sells plus sized clothing. They have a lovely collection with some great sales going on right now!

  5. All the clothes fit you to a T and what’s good about it is, other women can copy your look because the clothes you wore are classic & timeless. 😀

  6. We have a Chico’s in Savannah. But I have never had any interest in walking in the store. Thanks to you, i’m Interested now. These fashions are beautiful.

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