Chambray + Lace with American Eagle, Who What Wear Collection at Target and Dr. Martens

I was so happy with how this summer photo shoot turned out! You'd never know the mosquitoes and humidity were at play in these photos. As for my outfit, chambray + lace ended up being the perfect fit for the park scenery and flowers.

My American Eagle chambray dress was super comfy, and I’m excited to mention that I saw more chambray dresses at the recent American Eagle holiday preview. I have very minimal white in my wardrobe, but this lace shell ($22.99) by Who What Wear Collection, exclusively at Target is the perfect layering piece. I also got it in black. If you haven’t checked it out yet, definitely go to target.com and check out the new Who What Wear fall collection. I already bought four fall pieces and plan on getting a few more for the upcoming season. Great quality and pricing, but the best part is that the XS is actually true to sizing, with more of a tailored fit. I get so disappointed by these designer collaborations having such a large, loose fit. I’m happy I can actually shop this collection!

The Dr. Martens Jemima Aunt Sally shoes ($120) in White are comfortable to walk in for miles. They run wide and big, so I definitely recommend sizing down or wearing with a shoe insert or socks. What I love about these chukka boots is that you can dress them up or down. I’ve worn my Black pair with jeggings for a previous Dr. Martens photo shoot, but they can also be worn with a skirt, shorts or leggings. I saw that these shoes now come in Silver which I love!

Thank you to Deepti Sheladia for doing a fabulous job on my makeup look – I love the copper/navy eye and bold pink lip. Thank you to Krystal Pratt for thinking of this hidden gem of a location to shoot at and capturing such natural shots and making it look and feel effortless. The photos in the mini flower field are some of my favorite ones that Krystal has ever shot of me!

Lace shell: Who What Wear Collection at Target

Dress: American Eagle Outfitters

Shoes: Dr. Martens

Photos by Krystal Pratt

Krystal Pratt Productions

- Kim Weling

Black and White Style with Dr. Martens

Top: Tamar Collection

Jeggings: Gap

Watch: Timex

Shoes: Dr. Martens

You can't go wrong with wearing classic black and white, and once I saw the Dr. Martens Jemima Temperley boot in Black I knew I had to have them! When styling these shoes, I knew they would easily go with a pair of black jeggings, and this white laser-cut vegan leather top for a streetwear vibe. 

I can also see myself wearing these shoes with distressed denim, or dressing them up with a skirt or dress. This chukka style fits my look perfectly, and I love the chunky contrast soles and kiltie detailing. The Jemima Temperley boot has some of Doc's signature elements such as grooved sides, stitching, heel loop, and air-cushioned sole, but it really has it's own fresh and modern look! Aside from the details, they didn't really look like Dr. Martens to me. Whenever I wear these out, people are always amazed when I tell them they are Dr. Martens!

The first time I wore these shoes I had to be on my feet at market for a 12-hour day, and they were incredibly comfortable! These shoes run big and wide, so I usually at least use an insole when I wear them, and sometimes also wear socks. 

Thanks to Krystal of Krystal Pratt Productions who took some amazing lifestyle and product shots! 

Photos by Krystal Pratt

Krystal Pratt Productions

- Kim Weling