Mega frayed denim with a black sheer blouse.
An all-black outfit in July? Sure, weather permitting. I, however, shot this look on a Saturday early evening when it was roughly 90º with zero breeze. (Look closely and I’m sure you can see my sweat mustache in the headshots, but it’s all good.) I just couldn’t wait for cooler weather; this pair of black frayed denim (similar here) and sheer embroidered blouse was just too good. I love the moody vibe to the look, and that mega fray is everywhere right now. I matched ’em with my black leather mules (which are from ASOS a few seasons ago; super similar versions here and here). The blouse is super sheer, so a body con tank layered underneath boosted the coverage.
While I wouldn’t recommend wearing this at high noon or on any sort of summer patio, it would make for a perfect dinner + movie date night outfit because movie theaters and restaurants are always chilly. If you’re in the KC area, swing by KC Garment District and pick up this blouse + pair of frayed denim (which also comes in a regular wash, btw)!
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What’s your ratio of destroyed to regular denim? I feel like I have more jeans with some sort of destroyed element (holes, fraying, a raw hem, etc.) than I do non-destroyed regular jeans. I’m also not mad about it; I love the cool ways designers are re-imagining denim and finding ways to add interesting features. It’s also become more and more acceptable to wear destructed denim in a variety of venues, which makes me feel even better about the fact more than half of my jeans are busted up.
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This has to be one of my favorite looks on you! Love your frayed hem jeans and that top is gorgeous!
Jill
Doused In Pink
Aw, thanks Jill! I definitely love this combo, too!
I think that blouse is stunning! Would love to wear it .
Thank you, Nancy!
These booties are so good, love them.
xo
Pinksole
I’m super into the 90’s vibe they give the look. 🙂
You look amazing! Love those jeans on you!
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Thanks so much, Rachel!
That top is gorgeous and the frayed denim is so cool! I can’t tell at all that it was hot while you shot that. You look cool as a cucumber!
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Well, at least my blogger poker face is a good one! 😉 Thanks, babes!
Girl the struggle is definitely for real shooting blog pics this time of year, I’m usually sporting the sweat mustache and back sweat in mine too! Love this look on you, totally worth braving the heat for <3
Green Fashionista
Haha, right? It’s just too damn hot! The things we bloggers do for the shot… 🙂
This is so great!!
Jaymie
Thanks, babe!
Cool outfit! I love the jeans :-*
Melanie / http://www.goldzeitblog.de
Thanks, Melanie!
That blouse is so cute! I love this look!
Thank you!
Such a gorgeous outfit babe ! love the embroidery <3
Kisses from Luxembourg
xoxo Iris
http://www.passion-vogue.com
Thank you, Iris!
Yes, yes, yes!!! Love the blouse, love the jeans and obsessed with your shoes! Gorgeous!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
Thanks, Elise! I hope you have a great vacation coming up!
That blouse is so cute, I love the detailing of it!
https://sugarcoatedbears.blogspot.com/
The embroidery is so pretty, I agree! Thanks for stopping by, lady!
Nice look, Love the shoes again Ashley, Guess I am falling for your shoe collection…haha
Love. Nistha
https://www.fashionistha.com/workwear-essential-pencil-skirt/
Haha, I have a definite shoe problem, too! 😉
So sexy and fun! Have a beautiful weekend!
Thank you, babe! Wishing you a lovely weekend ahead, too!
I’m not much of a denim wearer (I actually own only two pairs of jeans, one distressed and one not, so I guess my ratio is 50:50) – but I do love me a good sheer blouse and own about a hundred of those; naturally I love yours!
Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines
Isn’t the blouse pretty? And I didn’t have anything like it in my closet, so it was a must. 🙂
La camisa me parece una pasada, es muy original y encima queda espectacular.
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Thank you!
Love the gorgeous details on that blouse! Frayed denim is always so cute too! Great look on you. 🙂
Isn’t the embroidery GOOD? I was smitten from the start. Thanks for stopping by, lady!
The embroidered blouse looks so nice.
http://tresfly.blogspot.com
Thank you!
Such a great look! Love the mostly black. That blouse is perfect on you. And I love the jeans. I rarely (never) wear jeans, but I love the hem on those!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
I was immediately in love with the fringe hem- TOO DAMN COOL!
I love this top, so detailed and gorgeous!
http://www.lydstaple.co.uk/
Thank you, Lydia! I’m loving it!
What a cool embroidered blouse! It’s chic but still a little edgy. Great look Ashley!
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Thanks, Kathrine!
Love this! The detail on the blouse is divine.
I’m guilty of always wearing long pants and long shirts in the summer, so I understand the struggle haha. Lovely outfit!
Julia | juliainbluhm.com
I mean, I wear jeans all year long- but THIS DAY was particularly steamy, haha. But I just had to break these new frayed jeans out! 🙂
I’m sure you were totally hot, but so is this outfit. Love all the little details.
Haha, thanks girlfriend! The things we do for the ol’ blog. 🙂
That embroidered top is so pretty! I’ve been looking at some and need to get one.
I love the boho effect the bright embroidery gives the mesh. 🙂
The fit of the jeans is so good and that blouse is lovely. You look great. 🙂
http://missymayification.blogspot.co.uk
Thank you, lady! I dig the way this look turned out, too. 🙂
The embroidery on that blouse is really pretty!
Style by Joules
Isn’t it fun? I couldn’t resist it!
Love the sheer top <3 Sorry to hear there were zero breeze!
http://www.ticketforadventure.com
Ooooh, it was STEAMY, haha. But I survived! 🙂
Beautiful top and the shoes are cute…
http://www.comfycozyup.com
Thanks, babe!
This is such a nice departure from regular distressed denim. Super chic and fun for summer time
Lyndi
http://www.stylecalling.com
It’s such a fun style, I agree!
As usual interesting post! Thanks a lot for sharing)
Thanks, Vika!
This blouse is 2die4!
Kisses, Paola.
Expressyourself
I love the embroidery!
Ohhhh frayed denim, I haven’t seen jeans like this ever, or course I need a pair. that sheer embroidered blouse is pretty cute also 🙂 Looking good Ashley.
Love that top and that it can easily transition into fall!
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Those shoes are so great. I must say the best look I have seen today <3
Vaishali
http://www.vivaciouswish.com
Thank you, babe!
These jeans are seriously amazing! Love the fringe!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Love the frayed detail!
Liv
http://livforstyle.net
That embroidered top is so pretty!
Your top is so so cute girl, I love the colors and the heels too!
Camila,
My Vogue Style | http://www.myvoguestyle.com
That blouse is too pretty though, ADORE the sheer style and embroidery. Love how you styled it too, so chic! Have a lovely weekend babe! Xx
http://www.thefashionfolks.com
The blouse looks so cool and fun!!
Have an amazing day!
xx Kris
https://dreamingofpink.wordpress.com
I love a good black outfit! Even in the summer. Love the frills on the bottom of your jeans.
Nathalie
http://www.nathalie-alexandra.blogspot.com
Oh gosh!! How cute is your top! <3 Love the pictures!! Have a great day! 🙂
xx
Shivangi
http://www.outoncatwalk.com
The frayed hem is AMAZING!!! Something about those frays just makes the outfit!
http://www.rdsobsessions.com
Love the detailing on that blouse! Sheer seems like it is going to be a big trend for fall. That denim is so cool. Worth the heat. 😉
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
These frayed denim are fabulous. I’ve been seeing this trend a lot lately and love it.
http://doreensstylediary.com
Loving your top sooo much darling 🙂
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xx
You look great in these jeans, and I admire your dedication. I tried to wear a pair the other day, but didn’t last five minutes in the house! I figure if they are all I wear 10 months of the year, I can skip them during july and august.
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This sheer top is to die for! I love how its also embroidered too!
XO, Jessi
http://www.mywhitet.com/dinela-faith-flower
I have a similar top which I haven’t worn for ages and you’re inspiring me to pull it out the wardrobe again xx
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I just love that top. The sheerness of it with the embroidery is amazing and those frayed hem jeans is so much fun!
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