Top: Banana Republic (similar here)
Shorts: BLANKNYC (similar here, here)
Sweater: Sun and Shadow Long Cardigan on sale! (also love this)
Shoes: Gentle Souls Break My Heart Caged Sandals on sale!
Necklace: Madewell (similar here)
I wore this summer outfit a couple of weeks ago and am just getting around to posting it! It’s a pretty simple look with a slight festival, boho feel. I initially just had on these denim shorts and a flutter top but felt like it was missing something. So I threw on this crochet long cardigan for a layered touch and to complete the look. The long cardigan is thick, comfy, and fits true to size. It definitely came in handy when it got chilly at night! I’m looking forward to transitioning this long cardigan to fall with a pair of jeans and booties. I think long cardigans in general will be huge this coming season!
Speaking of layering, have you heard of the “third-piece rule”? I recently learned about it and it totally makes sense to me! The basis of the rule is that a stylish outfit consists of three items excluding your shoes. Your top and bottoms are considered as your first two pieces. If you add a third element – like a long cardigan, blazer, additional sweater or shirt layer, or a statement accessory (scarf, hat, etc.) – it adds an interesting element to the whole outfit and makes you look more polished! The third-piece rule sounds so simple and intuitive, right? Well, I definitely didn’t think about adding a third item to my outfits during the summer especially when I’m mostly in dresses. Nonetheless, I’m excited to put the third-piece rule in major practice during fall! I think you’ll be seeing this long cardigan many more times :).
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Really cute cardigan, digging the fringes. I’ve actually not heard of the “third piece rule” before but will def be more mindful about it now that I know, makes perfect sense.
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I’ve never heard of the third-piece rule but it makes a lot of sense. And I can see why. No wonder no outfit to me feels finished without something extra. Thanks for the tip.
Mich x
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I had heard of this rule in the past but had totally forgotten it! Thanks for reminding me:) I love the boho feel of this outfi! Your ruffled top is so pretty!
Wishes & Reality
Love the sound of the rule! This is such a pretty, sleek outfit – the cardigan gives such a gorgeous edge! 🙂
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Third-piece rule sounds interesting, although I’ve never heard it before. The crochet long cardigan really fit on you! I also love those sandals!
Love, Bernadette.
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I’ve never officially heard of the third piece rule but I feel like I always try to incorporate it into my outfits, just because I feel naked without one. And love the additional of the long cardigan to play with the length of the shorts. Work it!
JennifHsieh
The third-piece rule sounds like a very, very wise one! I love introducing longline cardigans, short jackets or blazers to outfits – so long as it’s cold enough to do so (which it is, I live in the UK after all!). I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve said this now, but I really, REALLY love the bright and light photography on your blog 🙂
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love that cardigan!! Good tip too, I’ve never thought about it that way but it makes total sense!
Another amazing look, Tina. Love the cardigan 🙂
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Love your long cardigan and the fringe at the bottom. I actually have heard of the third piece rule . It’s a simple rule but really works when you want to make an outfit stand out. You did a great job here. Can’t wait to see your future outfits!
Kathy
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The fringed crochet of your Sun and Shadow long cardigan is very pretty, and so is your Banana Republic flutter top. I’ll have to reflect on the “third piece rule”. It would give visitors to my blog another outfit piece to comment on once I (hopefully) get back to doing outfit posts with more regularity – speaking of which, thank you for having been patient and stopping by (I finally did a post). Your hair looks gorgeous!
Such a cute outfit! I love your sandals!
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you look fab. love the entire look
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love that idea of the 3-piece rule!!!
also, love your sandals!!
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This is such a gorgeous outfit, it looks so summery and light! I’ve not heard of the rule of thirds but I’ll definitely be putting it into practise 🙂
Touchscreens & Beautyqueens
Awesome outfit, I love your cardigan, seems very comfy to wear. Thank you for sharing, you look gorgeous!!!
xxx
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So great cardigan love it!
Kisses
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the third rule is genial.
I’ve often used it without knowing it properly.
Your outfit is lovely, I wish I hade a long gilet to use right now.
xxx
mari
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You look gorgeous and stylish as always!
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Amazing look! Kiss
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Love your look! So pretty 😉
Kisses from Ibiza
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Gorgeous chic simple look. You are so pretty 🙂
Have a lovely weekend
xx
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Very cool outfit Tina! I love your cardie! ;)XOXO
Jeanne
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wow amazing blog post!!!! I been following you for a while now and I can always tell you work hard on your blog !!
keep up the good work !!!
would love it if you check out my blog and video 🙂
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this summer outfit you wore a few days ago is really gorgeous. That white long cardi gives it a bohemian vibe. You look so perfect Tina!!!
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I love the fall because it means we can start layering again. The third piece rule makes sense to me, and I love your outfit!
Amy Ann
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I love the 3rd piece rule. It honestly just ties everything up neatly. You look so good, I love your cardigan. Have a great weekend.
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I love the different, lengths, layers and textures in your look! So much going on yet you made these pieces work so well together in an effortless look.
Red Reticule
so pretty!!!
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Way too cute!! In love with this cardigan! I just got one similar but more in a vest version and I can’t wait to style it! You look fabulous!
<3 Shannon
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Love your boho chic look!
Your sandals took my breath away!
Kisses, Paola.
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I love your cardigan! This is such a cute outfit!
Brittany,
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Hi dear, that’s so cool!
Alice Cerea,
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Gorgeous! I love this look on you!
Zelle
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Love this beautiful outfit.
kisses
Lenya
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I totally agree with that rule! Makes so much sense! Loving this look…I think I need a cardigan like this.
xo Lacey
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I definitely use the third piece rule, I love adding layers to my outfits! Great look, love that cardigan!
xo Kiki
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the cardigan is so perfect 🙂
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Loving your long cardigan and those sandals are so cute =) Kisses from Italy
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Such a beautiful outfit Tina!! Love that long cardigan, have been eyeing one for some time, will definitely get it now!!
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Love this post! I need a long cardigan! Also I have to get that swan skirt you have, what a cool piece.
Gorgeous I adore the cardi such a great length 🙂
RedLip&Love
you look beautiful, I love the cardigan!
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I love the cardi!!
Florals&Smiles
This is the first I’ve read about third piece rule but t makes complete sense!
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Great that you can still wear those shorts and summer pieces! It’s too cold for this here in Germany! You look fabulous!
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love you cardi
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Beautiful cardigan! Perfect finish of that look! Amazing combination and the sandals are on point!
xx
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Love the long cardigan! I’ve never heard of the “third-piece rule,” but I like it…such a great idea!
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I love this kind of cardigans… And white or cream are stunning!
kiss
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So beautiful cardigan sweetie.
Lovely pictures
Kisses
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Love this summery look. I agree entirely, you can never go wrong with boho styles. And the three-piece-rule is an interesting one although hard to maintain in summer when it is above 90 degrees outside. Good thing that hats count!
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Wow. You look absolutely beautiful! I love the cardigan, so pretty!
very nice look.
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great post! you looks so classy 🙂
great post! you looks so classy 🙂
Love this outfit! Cute sandals.
You look gorgeous <3
– Adi xxo
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I just learn that “third-piece rule” now here on your post… I didnt know it has a term but I usually do that… Adding cardigans or sweaters on simple/casual outfit. 🙂
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I like this rule, think it will make it easier to dress! You look great btw, which it was still warm in London x
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The cardigan looks so good in this look! Love it!
xx
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Totally loving the fringes on your cardigan. I’ve not heard of the “third piece rule” before but it makes perfect sense especially during cooler seasons. Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend.
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I love it your dress & foto!!♥
Have an awesome day!
XOXO
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Lovin your long cardigan 🙂
So pretty sandals too
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you are such a cutie really ! I love the sweater, I always go for sweaters or shirts that are longer in the back or are tunic like it’s just something about them lol. Kiss
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xoxo
Obsessed with this look! Absolutely gorgeous. Very cute long cardigan.
You always create such beautiful looks! I am a little jealous that it’s so nice and sunny where you are because in the Netherlands autumn is just around the corner! I love the gypsy long cardigan it looks so good on you!
Sophie xx
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Great look, really love the cardigan.
I wish I could still wear my shorts, but it’s so cold in Denmark already 🙁
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Beautiful look!
Have a nice week-end!
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loved your cardigan
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great outfit !! i love your cardigans !
btw do you wanna following each other on instagram?? is really nice to know fashion people around the world (like me first and comment i’ll following back)
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I love your outfit!!!
Melanie @ meandmr.com
I love the third piece rule! And your outfit is so cute and chic x Great post dear x Wish you a fantastic week, Mary x
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I really like this look. The cardigan gives a hint of fall transition and looks awesome with the shorts and sandals!
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The cardigan looks amazing on you. And I’ve never heard of the ‘third piece rule’, but I’m glad that now I know it exists, haha
TRENDGALORE
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I haven’t heard of this rule before, but it totally makes sense! That third piece can absolutely make all the difference. Loving this cozy cardigan, Tina!
Best,
Christina
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The third piece rule makes so much sense! I actually ran into that problem when I was styling an outfit and I kept thinking to myself, “this outfit is missing something…” and I was just missing my third piece! Love the outfit 🙂
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Well you just answered my question on why I end up looking so frumpy sometimes ha! I like that rule, it makes sense. And love that cardi!
Gina
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Such a perfect cute outfit!!
Have a perfect week!
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I really love the boho and relaxed style of that cardigan, and I think it adds an extra something to your outfit (although it would have definitely worked without the sweater). I had never heard about the third piece rule before, but it definitely makes sense! I’ll have to keep that in mind from now on.
-Helen
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Yay for the third piece rule, Tina! Haha, I absolutely love your cardigan in this one!
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I’ve been looking for a cardigan like this! The three piece rule is something I’ve also followed and always worked without a doubt slapped on with some confidence. You look lovely x
Louise
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Ah….. this is just so pretty! You look gorgeous!! Beautiful! I love the whole look and your photos are just gorgeous, love the lighting and the beautiful effect – stunning!
Layla xx
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I like this look very much! Love the long fringe sweater!
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Cute!