Happy Monday! I hope you had a nice weekend and a lovely Mother’s Day.
This past weekend was jam packed for me, between spending time outdoors, attending a concert, and running the Sporting Life 10k.
I ran the race last year, but I was actually more nervous for this year’s run because I hadn’t trained nearly as much as planned. I spent most of April with an annoying cold and cough, so I wasn’t able to go for any runs during that time. Luckily, I was able to get a couple of runs in over the past week, but that’s not nearly enough preparation! Nonetheless, I was prepared to power through the race as best I could. While I had to take a few walking breaks, I managed to complete the full 10k and got that huge adrenaline rush that makes it 100% worth the pain. My time was a little bit slower than it was last year, but at least it wasn’t as bad as I thought it was going to be.
While I was proud of my final time, it’s a bit frustrating once you start hearing how much quicker other people completed the race. My first reaction is to feel badly about my time in relation to other people’s, but it’s important to remember,”comparison is the thief of joy.”
I need to forget about all of the other people and focus on how proud I am that I completed a 10k race. That’s kind of a big deal! I still can’t believe that I’m able to do that, because I used to hate running. One of the things I’ve grown to love about the sport is that it’s a personal challenge and you can always do better.
Anyhow, onto the outfit I’m wearing here. Today, it’s all about boyfriend jeans and florals. In my opinion, when you pair these together, you’re guaranteed to look cute, stylish and ready to take on the day!
Photography by Cory
What I’m Wearing:
Floral Vest – Zara (Similar)
T-shirt – J.Crew Factory (Similar)
Jeans – Rag and Bone via Aritzia (Similar)
Wedges – Target (Same)
Handbag – Gap (Similar)
Necklaces – Crafts and Love (Same here and here)
PS – I just got a new camera lens! Can you spot a difference? I’m very excited to continue learning how to use it!
Christie says
Wow, cheers for completing the 10K. That’s amazing! Who cares how everyone else did. The fact that you were in it at all is incredible! Better than me! haha Love this look! The kimono paired with the boyfriend jeans is soo cute! Unexpected but it really works!
Christie
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Jackie says
I hate that I care at all how other people do, but it’s a hard habit to shake!
Liv says
What a great pair of jeans. Looking good.
Liv
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Jackie says
Thanks Liv!
Alex says
A 10k?! Thats awesome, I would probably die 1/4 of the way through that and runners would have to hurdle over my body to pass by!
-Alex
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Jackie says
BAHAHA trust me, I felt like quitting a few times along the way. It’s part physical, part mental!
Kathleen says
Congrats on finishing a 10k – that’s amazing, something you should definitely be proud of. And you look super cute here, love your kimono!
<3
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Jackie says
Thank you so much, girl! <3
Mili says
Exactly, it’s amazing that you competed the race! I can’t ever imagine doing that. Your hard work and commitment to training paid off 🙂 I love the kimono you’re wearing here. The fringe on it is so on trend 😉
Mili
Jackie says
Funny enough – I bought this last summer! It was alllllllmost ahead of the times 😉
Sinead says
Oh wow I’m in love with that kimono vest, it’s got such a gorgeous pattern and I love that red colour! x
Sinead
Jackie says
The pop of red is actually one of the reasons I love this particular floral design.
Sara Kate says
You look amazing in those boyfriend jeans! Perfect pant roll and cuff!
xo,
Sara Kate Styling
Jackie says
I have Pinterest to thank for that 😉
Adri says
You should be so proud of yourself! I can barely run a mile on a good day-ha! Love this easy boho outfit!
xo Adri
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Jackie says
Haha I used to struggle with half of that, so I totally get it
Nikki says
Congrats on your 10k! The fact that you did it is so awesome!! Love this look too.
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Jackie says
Thanks Nikki! I’m sure you can understand how incredible it feels to accomplish a physical challenge like that.
anna says
oh my goodness, I love how effortless this is. You look stunning, love! xx
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Jackie says
I can assure you there was some effort put in 😉
Carrie says
You look amazing! Love it
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Jackie says
Thanks, love!
kelsey bang says
love the floral with the fringe! such a cute outfit! great outfit!
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Jackie says
Thanks!! <3
Tracy says
Love seeing this very summery look – it’s all so cute 🙂 Great quote since we can all relate to it (boo), congrats on your completing your 10k, that really is amazing!
Tracy
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Jackie says
You’re so right…we can all relate to that quote. It’s a shame, but hard to shake that kind of thought process for some reason.
Laura Mitbrodt says
Your floral vest is so cute, I love the fringe
xo
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Jackie says
I love the fringe details too!
andréa says
running a 10k is such an accomplishment, congrats! i also love the distressed denim here.
-Andréa
A.Viza Style
Jackie says
Thank you so much! 🙂
Rach says
Congrats on completing a 10K! That is such a big accomplishment! Love the pairing of the distressed jeans with the floral fringe. So cute!
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Jackie says
It’s one I’m proud of, that’s for sure <3
Shannon says
Love everything about this look! Those boyfriend jeans are killer on you and I love it with the floral vest! So cute!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Jackie says
Thank you so much!
Amy Ann says
Wow, congrats on the 10k! That is awesome. I don’t run, so I am extra impressed. Love this casual look. the boyfriends are perfect. It’s hard to find the right pair.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Jackie says
I haven’t been a “runner” for that long, so it’s a work in progress.
And thanks – I’ve tried on MANY pairs of jeans in my day!
Brooke says
I love this outfit, the boyfriends jeans are perfect with the floral kimono! Congrats on your 10k, just finishing is a huge accomplishment!! I used to compare my times too and although it gave me motivation to push harder, I learned to challenge myself based on my old times rather than the times of others! You go girl!
Brooke
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Jackie says
That’s great advice. Surpassing your own time and meeting your own personal goals is a lot more realistic!
Christine@ Apple of My Eye says
A HUGE congrats on your race!!
Also, I am OBSESSED (seriously just obsessed) with those boyfriend jeans. I’ve been looking at buying a pair for a while now, but haven’t found any in store that I like and am nervous about buying them online since I have bigger legs and am picky about pants. So cute on you <3
Jackie says
Thank you – and congrats to you! I really loved your post.
I wouldn’t typically buy jeans online for that same reason. They’re so specific to each person, that it’s hard to know what size to buy, let alone if they will look good.
danielle @ lou what wear says
Congrats on running the 10K! I just did a mini and had the same thoughts after the race. You gotta just focus on you and be so proud of your accomplishments!
On another note… those jeans. Obsessed!
Jackie says
It’s almost like we forget the pain we endure once the adrenaline kicks in at the end of the race.
And thanks – I wear those jeans waaaay too often 😉
Ashley says
Hey there, gorgeous girl- congrats on the 10K! Amazing job!
And you look so lovely here in the boyfriends + floral kimono! Love it!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Jackie says
Thanks Ashley <3
Head to Toe Chic says
oh my goodness I love that vest!! So perfect with your boyfriend jeans!
xo,
Angela
Jackie says
I could totally see you wearing a similar variation of that vest 🙂
Jacqueline says
Congrats on the 10K! I have done one and I thought I was going to die! Love that floral vest!
xo,
Jacqueline
Jackie says
Thank you! I definitely had that same thought quite a few times along the way…
Mil says
Congrats on completing your 10K!! If you start feeling bad about your time, just remember that you ran it 1000% faster than I would have. So good job 🙂
Also – I love your layered necklaces! Super cute!
Mil
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Jackie says
Yeah, it’s always the super athletes that like to brag about their time! I’ve never claimed to be fast 🙂
Allure Obsessed says
I love this look! Gorgeous jeans. xx
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Nina says
Love this floral vest. xx
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Wendy says
Usually my comments are more substantial, but all I can say is “Yay you on that 10K!” and “That vest is life right now”. Yep, that nails it on the head! 😉
Kimberley says
You always have the best casual cool looks, love those shades though!
Eleventh & Sixteenth
Darcy says
Love this! great sunnies too!
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Maria says
Congrats on completing the race! It’s one of my goals to run a 10k soon 🙂
Deborah says
WOW a 10k?? That’s amazing! I’m over here preparing for a 5k… by eating burgers all the time and not excercising… haha. That’s seriously impressive! I used to fret about my time with the other runners but I’ve recently learned to just be happy for other people if they had better times than me. We can always improve later but I’d want people to be happy for me if I made good time so I just let them have it. That way we’re all happy! :]
I am super loving your vest – it’s so pretty! I like the fringe detailing! So lovely!
Jessica says
I’m lovin’ that floral vest. It’s gorgeous. I can think of many looks to match that with.
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Layla says
Such a gorgeous outfit – you look absolutely gorgeous and the whole look is beautiful! 🙂
Layla xx
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Anna says
Rad floral vest and ripped jeans! I totally need some ripped jeans, now. I keep seeing them everywhere and I’m getting obsessed. Haha.
– Anna
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