What I Wear As A Millennial Mom to Coffee, Brunch, And Weekend Errands

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When I'm not at work, I'm checking out coffee shops in the Twin Cities, meeting friends for dinner or brunch, or running the thousand errands I need to keep the household going. All of these call for outfits that are easy and practical. And for those of us who lean more modern classic with their style, weekend errands and brunch meetups still need a level of polish and modern chic. No need for a pair of dressy trousers for a coffee run, but a tailored pair of linen pants is sure to do the trick. Weekends and casual outings are the perfect occasions to let loose and add a little playful flair to your looks. Here is some outfit inspo for your Spring and Summer weekend activities:

Relaxed Linen on Linen

Linen is the material of the season. I just love how breathable and versatile it is! I have built a pretty sizeable collection of linen pieces to create breezy looks during the warm seasons. For this look, I reached for neutral beige wide-leg linen pants and a colorful green oversized linen shirt. I was going for something ultra comfy yet elevated so I accessorized with matching green sandals, a coordinated silk scarf that I wore at the waist, and a colorful blue handbag. The shirt and pants create that classic canvas, while the colorful accessories add intention and some playfulness to the look. This is one that I wore to brunch with friends and got so many compliments on! You can also wear this to coffee meetups, shopping trips, or even to Summer picnics. I went for this green shirt because I've been into it lately, but you could go for any color, really!

Denim With An Edge

Jeans will always reign supreme when it comes to weekend style! To step up your off-duty jeans game, go for a modern cut such as barrel jeans. Those instantly give you an edge plus they are pretty versatile. For this outfit, I paired my favorite barrel jeans with a longline white shirt. The feminine silhouette and billowy sleeves juxtaposed to the relaxed jeans create a balanced outfit that lands somewhere between edgy and classic – totally my cup of tea! To keep it ultra comfy for running around, I wore platform sandals. The leopard print on those and my yellow leather bag really add a chic and unique touch to the outfit.

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Shorts, But Make It Bold

Shorts are a Spring/Summer wardrobe staple. White shorts tend to take the cake, but a pair of tailored printed shorts is equally as chic! I recently scored these linen-blend shorts and am so excited to style them this Spring and Summer! The cut is perfect, the print is fun (reminds me of FarmRio), they are tall-girl-friendly, and the material is very appropriate for hot days. For this outfit, I wore these printed shorts with a longline linen blazer in a bold fuchsia color. The color combo is vibrant and that's a good thing for Spring and Summer. To elevate the outfit, I wore off-white leather pointy toe pumps, a leather belt, and a matching small leather handbag. This is a posh look for a Sunday brunch and one you could wear to the beach if you swapped the pumps for sandals, and took off the blazer.

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Shorts (the shorts come in a multitude of colorways and are super flattering!) | Pumps (I wear these A LOT and would totally buy them again!) | Similar Blazer (my actual blazer is old from Banana Republic but this one will work perfectly to recreate the look) | You could also try a Red Blazer | Belt (I went for the longest size available for a relaxed look) | Sunglasses

Sporty Neutral

Classic and neutral go hand-in-hand! When in doubt, a neutral look is always going to save the day. For an easy and elevated casual outfit, try cropped light jeans with a chocolate brown top and brown sneakers. Chocolate brown is a rich hue that oozes sophistication and earthyness, a winning combination. I opted for a chocolate brown longline waistcoat (can you tell I love a longline top?) with a matching sash belt for a tailored silhouette. I've worn this outfit to Saturday morning coffee dates, the kids' sporting events, and also to run errands.

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Black x Gold Outfit Ideas For Work and Beyond

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Black Guipure Pants With a Cutout Top and Statement Necklace

One formula to elevate a black outfit is to use texture to add dimension. This is exactly what I did, pairing black guipure lace wide-leg pants with a black cutout top. I was shooting for a versatile day-to-night look with some punch, hence the statement gold necklace (similar here). For even more polish, I added a black wide leather belt with a gold buckle.

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Black Cutout Dress with Statement Earrings

One thing I love about a black piece of clothing is that it can still feel streamlined, even when adorned with multiple trimmings and details. This fitted black dress (similar here) features cutout details with mesh trims that give it dimension. I love the classic silhouette, the sexy cutout details, and the midi length which make the dress appropriate for both work and formal events. To sharpen the look, I accessorized with oversized gold earrings, a black wide leather belt, and high stiletto heels.

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Black Maxi Shirt Dress With a Sash Belt

A maxi shirt dress is a Spring and Summer wardrobe staple. In cotton or linen, this staple keeps you comfortable during the warm seasons, while also giving you plenty of styling options. For this outfit, I wore a black cotton maxi shirt dress with a black and gold wide sash belt and chunky gold bangle bracelets. I was going for a chic casual outfit for my weekend errands. The black dress and gold accents combine beautifully to give an effortless luxe look and who doesn't love that!

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Black Linen Wide-Leg Pants with Oversized Linen Blazer

For a breezy yet polished look, try extra wide-leg linen pants with a matching longline blazer. In black, this combination gives a modern and relaxed vibe that can multitask for both the office and weekend feats. Again, to zhuzh it up, add as many gold accessories as you'd like! I went for a metallic gold leather crossbody bag (similar here), gold sequins shoes, gold earrings, gold bracelets, and gold-framed aviator sunglasses(similar here). Though this may sound like a lot, it doesn't overpower the black base, and creates a luxe flow from top to bottom.

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Ruffle Sleeve Black Dress

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Black Culottes with A Fitted Black Bodysuit

Black culottes and a fitted black bodysuit make a simple, refined and luxe combination that you can wear to a variety of places such as datenight, graduation parties, and even to some events. The gold touch here consists of my favorite oversized gold earrings, a skinny metallic gold belt, and metallic gold dress sandals.

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A Black Cutout Dress With a Golden Yellow Bag

For a super chic and casual look, I wore a sleeveless cutout dress with lace-up sandals. Instead of gold jewelry throughout, I opted for a golden yellow statement leather bag to achieve a black and gold combination.

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Striped Pants With a Black Blazer

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So tell me, are you inspired to wear more black and gold outfits? Which look made it to your lookbook? Chime in in the comments!

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