Inspiration Board: McKenzie - Denim 70's

McKenzie's Fourth Of July look was about as classic as American-girl-next-door can get: white tank, blue denim skirt.  The pencil version is streamlined and classic; if you're digging that jam, def go that way :)  Do a knee-length piece, or go with a  hot-right-now midi.  I've been loving the movement and lightness of the pleated skirts which have been all the rage on the runway, so I re-envisioned the look with pleated denim. Note: a simple flared/ A-line silhouette will create a similar vibe. McKenzie's tank is just right for a super casual event - a girl's day, picnic, movie, etc, but, because of the the skirt switch, I wanted to bring out the chic vibes of the look, so I re-imagined the styling with a blouse.  I love the 70's luxe feel of a  simple silk long-sleeved one (which makes the look office-appropriate). Alternatively,  an off-the-shoulder  piece represents the decade theme in a summery (and flirtier! ;)) way. The denim offsets the selection of the blouse to create the  laidback ease of 70's fashion that was polished without being overly formal. Reiterate that statement with un-fussy footwear:  boho-leaning mules or simple slides strike just the right note. Add a long (but not super-bold) pendant necklace (or two) for a hint of quiet shine, or reach for the organic tones of a woven or tasseled belt.  Or, with a more detailed blouse (think ruffles, gathered sleeves, eyelet), jettison the accents and let the fabrics'  textures and movement do all the talking.  Disclosure: I went with red because it shows up better on-screen :) but white would be stunning here as well. I used caramel accents to scoot around the whole red, white and blue theme (chocolate, black, beige or dusty olive would work fabulously as well), but the Americana vibe could be played up instead with white accents, or alluded to via powder blue or cobalt). I hope this inspires you to try a hat tip to @ the 70's sometime soon. Happy styling!