Greetings, friends! Today I’m re-running a popular post from last year. This was a reader request.
I’m a 35 year old momma who spends a lot of time at a ball field. I don’t want to just wear tees and jean shorts every week, but I also don’t want to be “that mom” who doesn’t realize she’s at a dusty, dirty ball field either! 😉
I hear ya, girl. I’ve spent more hours than I can count sitting on metal bleachers watching my son play baseball and more recently perform in the marching band.
I’m all about trying to look cute andput-together but still practical for the dusty ball field soI’ve roundedup some cute outfits on Pinterest to help updateyour soccer mom wardrobe and anyone else reading along who needs some casual spring style inspiration.
5 Cute & Practical “Soccer Mom” Outfits
#1.T-shirt and jean shorts
Let’s start with the obvious.There is nothing wrong with this basic outfit for the ball field, and you can change it up with different colors, layers, and accessories. I actually really love this neutral take on the outfit. I mean, it’s so simple, right? But each piece is chosen carefully and is on trend.
Consider wrappinga plaid shirt around your waist or throwing on a pink denim jacket to add interest. You may prefergrey or navy Chucks to white, but then again, they wash up well.
I like how this outfit is shown with just a wallet because you may not want to lug your entire handbag to the ball field.
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similar white tee // cuffed denim shorts // Chucks // Ray-Bans // ball cap //wallet// earrings // watch
#2.T-shirt, jeans, Chucks, and a cardigan
I know we’re headed into summer, butI have many memoriesof freezing at the ball park, so I wanted to include anoutfit for cooler spring weather too. This is a variation on the t-shirt and jean shorts, but she’s wearing jeans instead of shorts and she adds a trendy cocoon cardigan on top.
The earrings and bag would bea bit much for a soccer game, but you can easily substitute some more casual options. I would just stress the importance of accessorizing. After all, the only thing that separates us from the animals is our ability to accessorize…
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white tank // grey cardigan options // distressed skinnies(option) //Chucks// crossbody
#3. Bright sweater, jean shorts, sandals
While sneakers are probably the most practical choice of shoe, I often end up wearingsandals. Like white shoes, your feet will wash, and sometimes it’s just too hot to wear sneakers, if you ask me! Top off the look with a bright sweater or tank top, depending on the weather. I like the juxtaposition of a long-sleeve sweater with shorts and sandals on a mild day.
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sweater options // denim cut-offs// sandals // nylon tote
Here’s another similar look, but you can see the full outfit.
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#4. Khaki shorts, tank or tee, denim shirt, slip-ons
Give the jean shorts a break and go for khaki shorts instead. This combination has been done a million times, but it always looks cute and put together. I like how they show the Toms woven slip-ons with this outfit as an alternative to sandals or sneakers.
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denim shirt //white tank // khaki shorts // Toms // LV tote
#5. Maxi dress, jean jacket,and sandals/sneakers
Don’t rule out a dress. Just keep it casual, and I recommend a maxi dress because you may expose more than you want to climbing over bleachers in an above-the-knee style. That said, if you’re going to be standing along the sidelines, a shorter t-shirt dress could be fine too. Iwould also swap out the leather satchel for a crossbody, or just take your wallet as shown above.
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similar maxi dress // denim jacket // thong sandals// earrings
I hope this is helpful. Even if you don’t spend your Saturday mornings on the sidelines of the soccer field, these casual spring/summer outfits are all good basic formulas for pulling off that casual chic vibe that I love so much!
If you’re overwhelmed and looking for help building your summer wardrobe, I highly recommend trying outTrunk Club.It’sa personal shopping service by Nordstrom. You can read more about it HERE.
Have a great Tuesday!
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