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This!!! I mean: this bag sparked this edit!

A sparkling water with a slice of lime is my favourite summer drink — and from a style perspective, lime is clearly having a moment. It’s refreshing. It conveys vitality, creativity and freshness like no other colour.

I love how this shade of yellow-green refreshes, brightens, and uplifts an outfit. Just a slice is enough. A zest of lime goes a long way with neutrals (black, white, cream, grey) but also with the earthy, dusty, -ish colours…

Welcome to The Lime Edit!

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Wandler | Penelope Tote Small in Verde Suede/Black:

I took the bag for a sunny walk, and the colour story with the pink and metallic gold? Lovely.

The Green Edit I published in April taught me something valuable: shades of lime and chartreuse work best when they're textured, not flat. Think suede, taffeta, silk, satin, chunky knit — or as Tibi would put it: somehow icky, glossy, or sculptural. This Wandler bag is exactly that. It's a shoulder bag, a clutch (tuck in the strap), and a crossbody (long black leather strap included). Three-in-one is my love language.

You’ll see this bag a lot as I planned to make it my Summer personality. So let me know if we’ll be twinning! If I were to bump into you, I’d definitely be brave and tell you that “your bag is fabulous”!

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Negative | Bras x3:

Remember the No-Skips Underwear Drawer Edit from March? Part 2 is coming, but I have to tell the entire world about Negative right now. Not boring. Incredibly comfortable. I chose three models as three different tools:

Negative Whipped Non-Wire Bra | in cloud:
I could wear this every single day. Buttery soft, supportive, lets you breathe and live your life. Black just restocked in all sizes, and I'm ordering more colours. For a set: the 3-pack underwear is the best value.
Negative Sieve Racerback Bra | in ace:
If you have racerback tops you're not wearing because you lack the right bra, this is your answer. The colour reads almost like a bikini from afar — it's a sheer micromesh.
Negative Serpente Mini Bra | in muse:
I’ll be wearing this one with oversized shirts, barely buttoned, bra showing. This triangle lace style is perfect for that. The minimal back strap is so comfortable.
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Longchamp | Lime Pouch:

The colour is so much better in real life than on the site — this pochette pulled me in like a magnet. A true vibrant lime, with beautiful leather and nylon texture. It works as a daily pouch, a small evening bag (it fits a phone!), or just a pop of colour. The one-colour-block approach makes it feel very modern. I tried the Pliage tote in size M too, but it felt like too much of a colour commitment.

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Reformation x Courtney | discover the collection:

Divine timing — the collection just launched, and it has some wonderful lime moments. My current cart:

Reformation x Courtney Grow | Geffen Sandal
Dress up or down effortlessly. If you're lime-shy, this is the perfect entry point: just a zest of colour to energise the most neutral outfit.
Reformation | Nora Shorts in chartreuse
Just the right amount of shine and strange colour. I'm also torn with the Olina Cropped Pant — they're both amazing and unique…
Reformation x Courtney Grow | Charlie Taye Ballet Flat in lime suede
you know my love for ballet flats. My gold metallic ones are my most-worn shoes, and I'm very into the minimal style of this pair.
Reformation x Courtney Grow | Sol Linen Dress in black
I love a bare back, and this one delivers! Currently checking the size guide…
Reformation x Courtney Grow | Gianna Tee in white
A great ribbed baby tee, if you’re into it.

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Aeyde | Anisa flat sandals and Tahla mules:

I love sandals with something special. The Tahla mules come in Lemon Nappa with a small heel — a dream. The Anisa flat sandals in black have the best ankle strap. (The silver version on NAP is also stunning.) Wedding-worthy, but also perfect with linen shorts, denim, or a black dress!

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What I wore | on Saturday!

Those perfect drawstring poplin shorts for under 30€? Found them. Muji Men's, size XS. Easy, cosy, exactly the length I was craving.

And I’ll wear this all over again:

Ray-Ban | Wayfarer Classic
Tibi | Crispy Nylon Liam Blazer
Leset | Margo V-neck tee
Muji | Men’s Washed Broadcloth Easy Shorts
Wandler | Penelope Tote Small in Verde Suede/Black
(alternative) Pêche | Marge Flats

The Wayfarer works on everyone — it took me far too long to commit, but they are, genuinely, an outfit-maker. Classic and iconic.

I hope you can see the texture of the bag! So soft.

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Shopping | for something lime…

→ Maybe you’ll find something you like. This is everything that sparked my curiosity:

The Lime Edit on ShopMy

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That’s it! As always, if you have any questions, don’t be shy and ask away:

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