I don’t know who needs to hear this, but yes — moms can still wear crop tops, carry cute totes, and take pics that scream “main character energy.”
This summer I promised myself one thing: embrace the easy days, dress for the sunshine, and romanticize even the boring errands. So here I am, standing in front of a giant garage door, feeling like I’m on the cover of my own indie album, with zero real plans for the day besides chasing my kids, maybe hitting a few stores, and 100% grabbing an iced matcha.
Let’s talk about the fit for a second, though — because she’s comfy and cute. A soft yellow crop top (yes, it’s giving ‘I actually brushed my hair today’), and these wide-leg jeans with the little bow details? Obsessed. I love when something girly meets laid-back, and these jeans understood the assignment. And the tote? She’s not just cute — she’s a mom bag in disguise. Snacks, wet wipes, random rocks my kid found at the park… she holds it all.
This outfit has officially entered my “throw on and still feel like I tried” rotation. The kind of look that works just as well for a backyard BBQ as it does for a parking lot photo shoot with a tripod and 3 iced matchas deep energy.
But let’s get real — behind the photos, I’m still the mom doing 17 things before noon, probably forgot to move the laundry (again), and bribed my kid with fruit snacks so I could finish taking these pics. And honestly? I wouldn’t change a thing. These are the moments that keep me grounded — the chaotic, cute, and completely me ones.
There’s something magical about stepping into summer and deciding you’re done playing small. Whether that means wearing the outfit that makes you feel good, spending time outdoors, saying no to things that drain you, or saying yes to ice cream before dinner. I’m here for all of it!
So if you’ve been waiting for a sign to put on the jeans, take the picture, post the reel, or wear the crop top… this is it. The sunshine’s calling and your main character moment is long overdue.
Here’s to more golden hours, more “just because” pictures, and a whole lot more joy in the little things. ✨
Wearing: Yellow crop top from Walmart, wide-leg denim with bow detail from Ross, and my trusty tote bag that’s been through everything.
Photos powered by: good lighting, good vibes, and the 0.5 camera setting.
Xoxo
Christian
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