Wearing Maxi Skirts in Winter - Scarves and Long Sleeve Tees

Although it is officially spring (and has been for 10 days now) I still have some winter outfits to post! Noticed that I'd been wearing denim a lot lately, so I'm trying to create some variety by wearing my dresses and maxi skirts more. I don't want to get stuck in a blue denim rut.

Here's what I wore to go out shopping with baby T:

Sunglasses: Rayban new Wayfarers
Scarf: Seed Heritage Paisley print snood
Tee: Atmos&Here grey Arizona zip tee (New purchase, on sale!)
Skirt: Target black and white striped maxi skirt
Shoes: Wittner 'Bolla' black bow detail flats
Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs pretty nylon Eliz-A-Baby bag


It was a little chilly, and I wanted to be cosy so long sleeved tee and a maxi skirt seemed like a good idea. I thought I'd leave the tee loose and baggy rather than tucking it in, I liked the long drapey layers when I added the scarf too. Normally I'd go for something tucked into the skirt, but I just liked the look of this with it hanging free.

This is the second time I've worn this tee since I bought it in August. As I'm reviewing all my monthly purchases after wearing them twice, the verdict on the tee:

I really like it! I'm glad I bought it and as it's such a lightweight piece I'm sure I'll still be able to wear it often in spring. A good purchase. The only thing that I'm unsure about is the zips on the hem - still haven't figured out if they are for anything more than decoration! I've tried unzipping and tucking the front in, but the stiff metal zipper doesn't make that comfortable. Maybe they are just for decoration?Do you own any tops like this? How do you wear them with the zips?


Last worn: Ray-Ban, Seed heritage snood, grey zip detail tee, striped maxi skirt, black flats, MbMJ baby bag.

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Here's what I wore to go for a walk with baby and Cooper:

Sunglasses: Bali sunglasses C/O Kameleonz (20% discount with code 'MICA')
Scarf: Alexander McQueen magenta skull scarf in roses print
Tee: Living Doll stripe 3/4 sleeve top
Skirt: Jeanswest plain jersey black maxi skirt
Shoes: Converse Chuck Taylor All Star low in black
Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs pretty nylon Eliz-A-Baby bag


Another casual maxi skirt outfit to get out of the house for a bit of lunch and a walk. Tucked the long sleeve tee in this time. I really liked this outfit when I put it on in the morning, but I am not too impressed with it in the photo. Certainly kept me comfortable all day though, which is my main goal for outfits lately!


Last worn: sunglasses, Alexander McQueen skull scarf, striped top, black maxi skirt, Converse, Marc by Marc Jacobs baby bag (see above).

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Jeans and a Tee with Blazer and Scarf, Statement Metallic and Oversize Tee

Here's what I wore to go to a BBQ and spend the evening with the in-laws:

Jacket: Zara black blazer
Scarf: Marc by Marc Jacobs scarf in Island pine-print
Tee: French Connection oversized khaki green tee
Jeans: Jeanswest blue skinny jeans
Shoes: Asos Cleo leather boots in tan


Last time I wore this tee I was in my third trimester, and enjoying the fact that the oversize style still fit over the baby bump. It was not one of my favourite pregnancy outfits though, I much prefer the tee worn lose and oversized with a bit of a drape, not all stretched out over a baby belly. Not all my regular clothes looked great as maternity outfits, but I had fun trying them out anyway.

Added the blazer to dress up this jeans and tee outfit a little for spending the afternoon with the in-laws, and to help keep me warm in the rain. I have a lot of blazers, but I don't think any has gotten as much wear as this Zara one! It's a jersey material that doesn't feel too formal, but dresses up a casual outfit nicely. My sister has a similar blazer and I've always loved the way she wears hers, so I was pleased to find this piece when op-shopping. Definitely a good purchase, one of those pieces that makes me understand why so many people have "a classic blazer" as one of their must-have wardrobe items.


Last worn: Zara blazer, Marc Jacobs scarf, khaki tee, skinny jeans, Asos leather boots.

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Here's what I wore to go out for a walk and spend time with a visitor today:

Tee: Wildfox Skeleton black tee with long sleeves (with Kmart black tank layered underneath)
Jeans: Sass and Bide 'Three Words' metallic gold jeans
Shoes: Converse Chuck Taylor All Star low in black


Trying to wear these awesome metallic jeans a little more casually, dressed down with an oversized top and Converse. Didn't need to be too dressed up, as I had a quiet day at home with Cooper and baby T, with a visitor in the afternoon. Was looking through my wardrobe for something warm to wear to pair with the jeans when I saw this little-worn tee.

Haven't worn this tee in over a year! I wore it a few times when I bought it in 2012, before the weather got too warm, and since then I've only worn it twice. I think the time I wore it to Fright Night at Movie World for Halloween was the best possible opportunity it could be worn. Not something I wear enough to justify keeping in my wardrobe, although it is incredibly comfortable for lounging around at home in.


Last worn: Wildfox skeleton tee, metallic skinny jeans, Converse.

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Raues Eva Top and Jeans | Heart Print Scarf and Stripe Top

Here's what I wore to spend the afternoon with my mum and sister:

Sunglasses: Rayban new Wayfarers
Top: Eva top C/O Raues
Jeans: Sass and Bide "Straight up" jeans
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs metallic mouse flats


Second outfit with this lovely custom-made Raues top! It's a lot easier to see the details on this top now than the first time I wore it in the rain. Really enjoying the warmer weather that came along with spring! Although I'm wearing it with jeans for the second time in a row, I think this top will be so pretty with a pencil skirt when I go back to the office. We have generous maternity leave allowances here in Australia, I'm very lucky. I'm not scheduled to go back to work until next year, so I'm enjoying lots of time at home with baby T.


Last worn: Ray-ban Wayfarers, Raues top, skinny jeans, gold mouse flats.

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Here's what I wore to spend the day with my family:

Sunglasses: Bali sunglasses C/O Kameleonz (20% discount with code 'MICA')
Scarf: Stella McCartney heart print scarf (on sale here)
Top: Jeanswest 'Marina' stripe henley
Jeans: Jeanswest 'spoylt' super skinny jeans
Shoes: Converse Chuck Taylor All Star low in black


Windy day! Although the days are getting warmer, the cold winter winds haven't completely gone away. Rugged up a little against the cold with my big blanket scarf. I keep repeatedly wearing this scarf with stripes, and have done since I first got it. It just pairs so well! We were told at the clinic the other day that young babies focus best on things with high contrast - black and white stripes are perfect for that. So I can feel I'm helping baby spot me moving around when I indulge in my stripes addiction.

Wore this to go out on a walk with the family and get baby some fresh air, casual and comfy! The last time I wore this top I was in the third trimester and feeling rather large, after tearing my top at the seams the day before and being unable to squeeze my pregnant feet into shoes. It has a nice relaxed fit without the baby bump in the way!


Last worn: Kameleonz sunglasses, heart print scarf, striped top, skinny jeans, Converse.


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