Capturing Art Aesthetics

Have you ever walked into an art museum and felt like your outfit game was off? During the summer tourist season, the usual museum-goer opts to wear khaki shorts, sensible shoes, and a fanny pack. However, the average art museum-goer knows that aesthetic is everything--especially when you're all about the Instagrams.

This can be tricky for those of us who are new to the whole fashion game. How do you manage comfort and style?

I thoroughly believe you should wear what you want to wear, no matter what. But, if you're looking for some tips on navigating the fine line of aesthetics. I've got you covered!

For this look, I choose to match a cute straw hat with a pink ribbon that I got from Hawaii, a pink lace-up top from American Eagle, my high-waisted jeans from Monki, and Jack Rogers sandals. All-in-all, a very summer look. However, there is a hidden functionality in this outfit. I choose a hat because I knew I'd be walking to the museum in the intense heat; the jeans were in case I got cold inside the air-conditioned museum; the shoes have no purpose--they're just cute.

To find your perfect museum aesthetic you really have to search for the perfect place to take a picture. When I saw this wallpaper I immediately knew I had found mine.

Really that's all it takes to find your perfect museum outfit and Instagram picture; be true to your style and find your own space in the museum.

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