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Dear D'Arcy

By D'Arcy Vandenberg


Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico’s

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico’s

Hello Pretty Ladies,

The First day of Summer is just a couple of weeks away, and I am so excited for the outdoor season to start. If you’re like me, you love all the outdoor time, evenings on the porch, pool days, summer travel, and social time. I adore being in my yard and garden; even if it’s a lot of work, it’s therapeutic. I’ve even got my Summer book list picked for those pool days and porch moments. I’ll share about that next week.

If you follow me on the gram, you know I just returned from a Colorado vacation with my hubby, and Now I am in full bridal shower mode. The party is on Saturday, and if that wasn’t enough, I have a Fashion Fix styling segment on Good Things Utah Tomorrow. So, to say I am running in a hundred directions would be true. With that said, today, I am sharing a summer capsule wardrobe with Chico’s that is perfect for the summer social season. 

Watch the Chico’s Fashion Segment HERE

 

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

Summer is the social season, with BBQs, picnics, 4th of July events, concerts, and garden parties. Summer is full of fun events and activities, and I have some fun must-have wardrobe builders from Chico’s that are perfect for your summer capsule. You can mix and match all season long.

To look fabulous, put together, and on-trend at any age for any summer social.

Why create a capsule wardrobe

  • Makes dressing easy
  • Items can mix and match
  • You only need a few key pieces, which helps save money
  • Helps packing for travel

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
line top & Denim short
Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
Crochet top and Denim
Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
accessories

Shop the Orange look below:

 

Shop the crochet look below:

 

 

 

Summer Fabric’s

From this season’s must-have linens in pops of Color to Denim in styles that will make you look chic and on-trend with the comfort you’ll live in, add a little boho to your look with crochet textures and details.  

 Flattering wide-leg crop jeans and frayed-hem Bermuda shorts are just the perfect length. These pieces can be worn casually or dressed up. I adore the Linen Culotte pants; they are easy to wear and look chic for daily or travel wear.

Linen Button up| Linen Shirt Dress| Linen Culotte Pants | Denim Frayed Hem Shorts| Denim Wide Leg Crop Pants | Red Shorts

Crochet Kimono| White Tank| 

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
Citrus dress no belt
Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
Details:has pockets
Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
just the right amount of coverage

Shop the post:

 

Summer Print’s 

The cutest citrus-printed dress makes a statement and is perfect for any Garden Party, Bridal Shower, or Lunch date. Summer wouldn’t be complete without a few stars and stripes, ideal for the 4th of July but subtle enough for a BBQ or Picnic. 

Chico’s Summer Launch is full of Color and festive Prints. I wish I had Grabbed this No Iron Palms shirt; the greens and turquoise with a pop of mustard are stunning. This was another top I was crushing on, a Floral eyelet Shirt.

Do you love the Citrus Dress print but don’t love dresses? You can also get it in a button-up Shirt. 

Citrus Dress| Stars & Stripes Top| 

 

Summer accessories

Accessories always finish off the look, and this season’s shoes, sunglasses, and jewelry don’t disappoint. 

Red, white, and blue Readers|Red earrings| STRAW SUN hat| Gold square Hoops| Gold Link Necklace|Aviator Sunglasses|  Clear Lucite Earrings|and The Hat is on sale for under $40.

Arm stack or as I like to call it, Arm Candy- Bracelet |Bracelet | Bracelet |Bracelet |Bracelet | Bracelet| 

Coral wedge sandals| Acrylic heel Sandals | Ruffle Sandals | Leather Slides| All of the sandals are on Major sale for $39.98! Typically, all over $100

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

Watermelon linen shirt Dress and accessories I styled with it | Shop the Look Here 


 

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4 Comments

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  1. Cindy says

    June 18, 2024 at 9:01 am

    Darcy where did you get that orange dres you wore on Good Things Utah? It had pockets and looked very comfortable

    Reply
    • D'Arcy Vandenberg says

      June 21, 2024 at 2:13 pm

      Hello Cindy:)
      Ill the info for shopping was on the post above. Heres the shopping link https://liketk.it/4IF5E, but if it doesnt work here in the comments:) just tap on the Shop the look here, right under the photo of the dress:) you’ll love it .. fits big, I AM IN THE 0 I WEAR A SIZE 4 AND I COULD HAVE GONE SMALLER. this weekend is save $25 for ever $100 spent. Hope this helps you.

      Reply
  2. Blank Polos says

    July 1, 2024 at 5:19 am

    The post introduces a stylish summer capsule wardrobe collaboration with Chico’s.

    Reply
    • D'Arcy Vandenberg says

      July 2, 2024 at 2:03 pm

      Thank. you so much! I fell in love with several pieces.

      Reply

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—-Styling Quince—- The perfect summer dress… Thi —-Styling Quince—-

The perfect summer dress…

This linen strapless maxi dress with pockets by @onequince is perfect for summer.

-Looks great on most body types
-Can be dressed up or worn casual 
-Comes in black or white
- Has pockets 

Styling tips:

Can be worn with this Quince linen blazer, Styled with a Quince leather bag, designer platform slide sandals and jewelry for a Coastal dinner cruise or drinks with friends.

Styled  with a sweater over shoulders and a sandal perfect for lunch with the girls, or day date.

Styled with a denim jacket and a low profile sneaker and a cross body bag, for a great travel outfit or perfect casual weekend look.

I love it travels well and is so comfortable.

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I  used to Create 
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Mix and Match
To Create endless looks
All Summer long

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Truth is…it’s really stressful shopping and trying out products so you don’t have too 😉

This weeks Happy Mail⬇️

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Come see my picks “I’d love for Mother’s Day “ on sale and would make perfect Gift ideas!

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Spring shoes you’ll want to add to your wardrobe and the cutest clutch and spring Bag.

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My Brussel Sprout Recipe
Non- Brussel Sprout lovers Will LOVE🫶🏻

Sunday’s “In the Kitchen with D’Arcy” Recipe -Asian-Style Brussel Sprout Skewers🌱

Easy to make, a great appetizer, and a perfect side dish for Sunday dinner or BBQ season✔️

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Recipe:
1 bag Brussels sprouts 
1/2 cup Hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze 
2 tablespoon Soy sauce 
2 Tablespoons crushed garlic
Sesame oil (for drizzle and pan)

Drizzle Sesame oil for pan & a small drizzle on top of sprouts 

1/4 cup Crushed peanuts (reserve to sprinkle on top) or sesame seeds

Cut ends off sprouts, add to pan with water and bring to boil, let boil about 10 minutes until soften, drain
Let cool. Then place on skewers 
Pre heat oven to 400

Make the sauce

Mix all above ingredients together 
And brush over sprouts, turn and brush all sides.  Sprinkle with crushed peanuts or sesame seeds Place in oven, cook until crispy 

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California girls trip Life is different over 50… California girls trip 

Life is different over 50….

See how it hits differently, but sliding through my 20 moments in California 

Slide 7 is a blessing

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Thank you for sharing in the moments🤍
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A little recap:
Time  driving through the dessert…Walks on the beach.. Lunch at Brophy’s in Santa Barbara’s, shopping on state Street. Drive through the Hills 90210
Beverly Hills - event at Madison Masion- Wally’s for a glass & fries before, dinner at Spago, Ventura keys-Photo shoots, brunch at the cutest Coffee house-antiquing- Chilling & catching up at my Girlfriends darling beach house…Coastal drives and ice cream in the harbor…Much needed girls time…priceless🤍🌊☀️🍷🌴☕️🫶🏻

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Woh loves a good Margarita?

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—BANDOLIER — Made for your phone, Designed for you —BANDOLIER —
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While on Vacation in California, I took my New Bandolier Ceci pink Floral tote and perfect for travel phone accessories. 

Holds everything you need for work, while compact and chic. Making work to shopping and lunch with a girlfriend  easy and on the go.

The Bandolier Ceci Pink collection  would also make for great Mother’s Day gift’s for the  mom on the go, the working mom and the mom who loves to travel. 

🌸@Bandolierstyle  is so much more than just a phone case (it holds your phone, wallet) with the ease of a chic cross body chain.

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Coastal Grandmother Style over 50🌊 I don’t know Coastal Grandmother Style over 50🌊

 I don’t know about you… but I’ll never get tired of - Classic Coastal Style …or being sun kissed☀️

No matter what you call it.. Living like Nancy, Coastal Grandmother, East Coast Summer, Nautical Style…. 

It’s  always pretty, fresh, a little romantic, easy, breezy and perfect at any age🌊🤍

This Dress would be cute for Mother’s Day, Bridal or baby shower,  and garden party…. Of course vacation🌊
 
What’s your Beach, coastal style? 

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Spring Social season is Upon us✔️
Here’s a few things you were looking for:
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-Farmers Market & End of School year Luncheons/awards
-Garden Party, Polo, Brunch
-Graduations
-Business Lunch
-Wardrobe Builders 
-Weekend Style

I found a few ✔️and a fail❎ 
That I think you’ll love…

⚠️Stay tuned for more of these Spring Social Season Requests… Coming from Anthropologie, Banana Republic, Quince, NYDJ, Chicos, Tuckernuck and a couple Amazon finds✔️

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Do you love a good Mani & Pedi?  I sure do and @nailed.boutique are relaxing, high quality service with amazing product meant to last.I love my nails look great for over 4 weeks… 

A Friendly staff, yummy drinks and a fun little boutique with unusual items for your wardrobe or pick up a fun gift 🎁 

Nailed is more than your regular nail salon, book a blow-out , a mini facial  or a full set of nails….

Treat yourself & Book your next appointment ✔️

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On another note how cute are those Tomatoes 🍅 overalls? Seriously, on my list for this summer🍅🥫🍅🥫

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Let me tell you why you’ll love these jeans over 5 Let me tell you why you’ll love these jeans over 50….

➡️SLIDE photos for my 9 reasons you’ll love these white jeans

Styling White Jeans and Navy
The perfect Spring Color combo ✔️

White jeans are by @oliverloganla , made in California 

- Plaid Top with oversized Peter Pan collar and puff 3/4 sleeve
  is an affordable find, I did love so much I got in two colors (pink & Blue) fits tts so affordable 

New Linen blazer style
With ruched sleeves, perfect for spring and summer fits tts in a med 💙save 10% off with code DARCY10 

Ballerina denim flats with cap toe

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4 affordable short outfits for your next vacation 4 affordable short outfits for your next vacation that will make packing a breeze✔️

From Brunch to poolside, sightseeing to Dinner I’ve got you covered… along with easy packing ✈️🚗🚕🧳

As a 54 year old who loves a good matching set for travel, as it truly does make packing a breeze… You’ll love the quality,fit and style of these 4 sets…

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Just Call me Martha With a Hack… Biscuits and Ber Just Call me Martha With a Hack…

Biscuits and Berries recipe is what “is this “Sunday’s in the Kitchen with D’Arcy”

I had heard good things about @magnoliatable  Buttermilk Biscuits,
And I’ve been wanting to try them. 

I thought that would be a good quick hack to serve them for a Sunday breakfast treat.

I brushed them with 🧈French Butter and French flaky Salt… (makes all the difference) you could eat them just like that…

I served them with Homemade Whipping cream and my Strawberry sauce along with Fresh Berries🍓🫐🌱

So so good… this would be a great brunch side dish or dessert as well.

These biscuits would make a great mini breakfast sandwich- egg cheese and bacon✔️
Or my Family’s  favorite-Biscuit’s and Gravy 

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“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” – 1 Corinthians 10:31

I hope you have a day full of Gods Blessings and good food

What are you having for Sunday dinner?

We making. Grilled Filet mignon, scalloped potatoes, Asparagus and Baby carrots, homemade Baked Bruschetta bread, and a couple appetizers… 

Plus we’re all looking forward to our Baby Fix💙💙💙💙

Happy Sunday pretty ladies💋 D’Arcy

#biscuts #homecookedfood #sundayrecipe
Romanticize your Life & Relationship ☕️ From a Wi Romanticize your Life & Relationship ☕️

From a Wife of over 30 years, a boy mom, a new coco and someone who loves to entertain & make you feel special, and welcome in our home ….

Let’s normalize morning ☕️Coffee dates at home……

Make your morning Special in the quietness of your own home.

Create a cozy table, with your favorite warm drink, fresh juice, yummy treat and fresh fruit. 

This can be inside or outside, in your garden or on the deck.

Set the tone with your favorite coffee morning playlist, and Take the time to catch up, enjoy each other’s company and relax . 

A little effort & a whole lot of love☕️❤️

Romanticize your life & relationship…

Small gestures make a BIG impact and really do change how you feel and care for each other….

#coffeedate #homestyle #romatizeyourlife #homesandgarden
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