My go-to color palette is always neutral. It’s easy on the eye, you can mix and match neutrals, and they’re foundational pieces that don’t have to be boring…especially when you add a special touch! Today I’m showing a casual, neutral outfit for summer with pieces from J. Crew and Madewell in white, oatmeal, and camel colors.

I’ve paired my neutral outfit with this exquisite zebrawood and turquoise watch from Jord Watches (pronounced Yode, like Yoda without the ‘a’), and I’m partnering with Jord on a contest for a $100 giveaway!

Outfit details

These straight-leg, cropped jeans from J. Crew are a great alternative to tight, skinny jeans for warm weather. They’re high waisted (yay!) with an exposed button fly, and fit like a dream. They run true to size and come in classic, petite, and tall sizes. I’m wearing a classic fit size 27.

white jeans // sweater tank // purse (similar here) // reversible belt //
double-strand coin necklace // espadrille sandals // watch (gift)

J. Crew is currently offering an extra 50% off already discounted sale styles here using the code BIGGEST.

I love comfortable, versatile, practical, and cute shoes like these espadrilles. They are the perfect heel height to wear with jeans, dresses, or shorts, and the style is timeless.

The shoulder ties on this sweater tank from Madewell are adjustable and give it a pretty, feminine touch. I just love this top and will be wearing it with so much this summer!

My purse is from Anthropologie and can be worn as a tote (as shown), a cross-body, or a shoulder bag with the removable strap. The neutral color is sold out, but it comes in a pretty sage green and black. I’ve linked a similar neutral one.

Turquoise and Zebrawood Watch

I love standout accessories that are eye-catching and unique, and this Cora Polaris from Jord Watches definitely fits the bill!

Crafted with an exotic zebrawood band encased in gold and a brilliant turquoise face featuring Swarovski crystals depicting the Little Dipper, this is one of the most striking watches I’ve seen. Every time I wear it, I received so many compliments on it.

Giveaway information and link

I’m partnering with Jord Watches for a $100 giveaway to shop their collection of men’s and women’s hand-crafted wood timepieces. They even have Apple watch bands in seven different wood species!

All entrants will receive 10% off, and one winner will receive $100 in credit towards the purchase of a Jord watch. Why not get a jump on Christmas shopping. Yes, I said the ‘C’ word in July! You can enter the contest HERE.

Here’s a bit more information about St. Louis-based Jord watches:

• Most watch backplates can be engraved, and the cedar humidor presentation boxes are also engravable!
• The watches may be sized for the recipient.
• Most watches have additional options for customization — mixing and matching faces and woods.
• Every watch comes with a one year warranty and options for return & exchange.
• Free worldwide standard shipping!

What are your thoughts on wearing neutrals? Be sure to comment below, and remember to enter the contest for 10% off and for a chance to win $100 towards a Jord watch.

I hope you have a safe and happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

xx, Lisa