Midsummer Style in Black and White

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And it’s Friday once again. Happy Friday, gang! It’s been a stormy night here in Georgia. I’d love to say the temps cooled down when the thunderstorms blew through town but alas they have not. Instead, the air feels steamier and muggier and I don’t even want to think about how the mosquito population has tripled in the wake of the storm. Minnesota who claims the mosquito as their state bird has nothing on Georgia. A girl can get eaten alive if not for bug spray. But the plants and grass needed mother nature’s helping hand and my sprinklers finally have a day off! Today we are sharing Midsummer Style in Black and White.

So let’s get this weekend kicked off even if the sun might play hide and seek all weekend long. Kelly whipped up a peach burrata snack plate and we’re sipping a lemon, lime, and bitters cocktail. What’s better than that on a Friday?!

TL;DR

Today's outfits feature the classic black and white color combination

The outfits are shoppable via a text and image widgets

We are making a popular summer drink from Australia and a summer snack plate

Midsummer Style in Black and White

Beth's Outfit: Black and Ivory

I slipped into a comfy, casual but cute outfit in a classic color combo - black and ivory. The barrel chinos are from Banana Republic and the bateau neck black tee is from Talbots. The braided leather sandals that come in three colors are from Ann Taylor who is having a terrific sale at the moment. Summer and sandals go together like strawberries and whipped cream. Am I right? So I rounded up a few of my favorites from Ann who truly carries a wide variety of shoes from sandals to pumps that are well made with one eye on the trends.

Summer Shoes

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Kelly’s Outfit: Petite City Short | Similar Sleeveless Collared Top | Similar Gingham Sleeveless Collared Top | Platform Slides | White Woven Belt

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Kelly’s Outfit: Petite City Short | Similar Sleeveless Collared Top | Similar Gingham Sleeveless Collared Top | Platform Slides | White Woven Belt

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Kelly's Outfit: Black and White Gingham

My top is from Ann Taylor, and it’s from last year, so I found the same top but in a different pattern at Ann Taylor. Though it's polyester, it’s such an easy breezy top to wear. I love the collared style because it adds a little sophistication to an otherwise casual outfit. I found a similar style from J.Crew that features a true gingham pattern and is made from cotton poplin.

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Kelly’s Outfit: Petite City Short | Similar Sleeveless Collared Top | Similar Gingham Sleeveless Collared Top | Platform Slides | White Woven Belt

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My shorts are also Ann Taylor, the Petite City Short also comes in two other, longer lengths: the Metro Short and the Boardwalk Short. All are on sale right now, so it’s a great time to stock up on these go-to summer shorts.

My platform slides are from Madewell, they are nearly sold out, with only a few sizes left. As a more upscale option, try the Tory Burch Patos Slides. Beth has these slides in Ivory and says they are very comfortable.

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Kelly’s Outfit: Petite City Short | Similar Sleeveless Collared Top | Similar Gingham Sleeveless Collared Top | Platform Slides | White Woven Belt

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Lemon, Lime, and Bitters

Lemon, Lime, and Bitters is a refreshing summer drink popularized by golfers in Australia. Much like the Arnold Palmer, here in the States. And like the Arnold Palmer, you can add alcohol and make it a cocktail, or keep it a mocktail. We have added vodka to make it a cocktail.

Lemon, Lime, and Bitters

Author: Epicurious

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Makes 1 Drink

We have added vodka to make this a cocktail. To keep it (mostly alcohol-fee) omit the vodka. There is a trace amount of alcohol in the bitters.

Ingredients

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3 oz. Chilled club soda

1.5 oz. Vodka

1 oz. Simple syrup

1/2 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice

1/2 oz. Fresh Lime Juice

1/2 tsp. Angostura Bitters

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Instructions

Fill a rocks glass with ice and add 3 oz. chilled club soda.

Add vodka. Next, add simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, fresh lime juice.

Float ½ tsp. Angostura bitters over and gently stir to create an ombré effect.

Peach Tomato Burrata Snack Plate

This is one of those great non-recipe recipes. It's exactly like putting together a cheese plate or charcuterie board. Layers of peach, tomato, prosciutto, coppa, burrata cheese and fresh herbs are topped with olive oil, flaky finishing salt and black pepper.

Kate Spade set of 4 Tidbit Plates | Contrast Trim Napkins | Alternative Navy Napkins | Juliska Acrylic Stemless Wine Glass set of 8 | Similar Kate Spade Blue Stripe Serving Platter

Peach Tomato Burrata Snack Plate

Author: Kelly Djalali

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Ingredients

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Fresh Peaches, sliced in wedges

Cherry Tomatoes, halved

Prosciutto

Coppa

2 Burrata Balls

Fresh Herbs like Basil and Oregano

Olive Oil

Flaky Sea Salt

Fresh Cracked Black Pepper

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Instructions

Layer peach slices, tomato slices, prosciutto, and coppa on a serving plate.

Break up two balls of burrata cheese and place on top.

Drizzle with olive oil. Top with fresh herbs, flaky finishing salt, and black pepper.

Happy Friday!

All right, ladies, let’s get this weekend started. Oscar, Kelly, and I wish you a lovely weekend! Cheers!

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Kelly’s Outfit: Petite City Short | Similar Sleeveless Collared Top | Similar Gingham Sleeveless Collared Top | Platform Slides | White Woven Belt

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Kelly’s Outfit: Petite City Short | Similar Sleeveless Collared Top | Similar Gingham Sleeveless Collared Top | Platform Slides | White Woven Belt

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Kelly’s Outfit: Petite City Short | Similar Sleeveless Collared Top | Similar Gingham Sleeveless Collared Top | Platform Slides | White Woven Belt

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In Case You Missed It

Yesterday, I shared Accessories and Jewelry from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Click the title or image below to read the article.

Accessories and Jewelry from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Beth Djalali

is the Founder and CEO of Style at a Certain Age. She writes Sundays-Fridays on all topics ranging from fashion, health, wellness, home design and more.

She’s 65, 5’8, and size 8.

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-bd

Bonnie Abrams says:

July 21, 2023 at 10:45 am

Hi Beth, really liking your hair style. Also the ootd is a good look on you. Whew, for a minute, I thought we weren’t going to see Oscar today!
Kelley says:

July 21, 2023 at 10:52 am

I love these looks! Very nice! I do think black and white is so very classic and I tend to gravitate towards it.

May I be bold and ask the meaning behind Kelly’s tattoos? I often ask people and have been told fascinating stories. Just curious.

Have a wonderful weekend!
Kathleen says:

July 21, 2023 at 11:23 am

Love the black and white outfits! Also, love your haircut Beth!
RORY says:

July 21, 2023 at 11:38 am

Hello, Happy Friday. You both look great in black and white. The peach salad sounds delicious. Hi Puppy. Where is Cat? Have a good weekend.
Sylvia Espinoza says:

July 21, 2023 at 11:41 am

Fridays With Oscar boost the weekend. Love him…just love his sweet personality! I also love black and white combos all year long, and both outfits today are p erfect for the extreme temp days this summer of 2023. Looking cool when it’s not is the goal! Happy Weekend, Ladies. Hugs!💛
Nancy says:

July 21, 2023 at 5:31 pm

Love! Love your outfit Beth. Tres chic!
The snack plate looks out of this world.
What a happy summer post! Enjoy the weekend ladies.
Love your blog!
Carolina Girl says:

July 21, 2023 at 9:04 pm

Black and white looks great on you both. Thanks for showing us some solid concepts. Hugs to Oscar! I’ll try the delicious recipes when home from New England … chilling in Mystic, Conn. and Boston; Happy Friday 🙂

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Midsummer Style in Black and White