Friday, February 22, 2013

Polka Dots and Plaid

Happy Friday!!  

This week I blogged about how to mix patterns and prints in this post, so I thought I'd do an outfit post on how I mix my patterns and prints in my daily wardrobe while doing the closet remix challenge. Of course I had to include my all time favorite herringbone vest from J. Crew in my post!  I'd seriously be lost without this vest! :)  It's warm, cozy and goes with just about everything.


I've made sure to follow rule #1 in my outfit and stay within the color scheme of red, black and cream.  

I've followed rule #2 by making sure I combined the loose prints and the structured prints.  My loose print is the polka dots and my structured print is the herringbone and the plaid.  Because I separated the two structured prints with the loose print, it works!  It's all about a balance!
Last, but not least, I followed rule #3 by combining a variation of small and large prints creating a well-balanced look!

Outfit Details
Tops: Polka Dot Sweater from target~ Plaid button up (old) similar style here~ Vest J. Crew (sold out)~ Pants: J. Crew Classic Wash~ ShoesTory Burch Revas~ Necklaces: Initial necklace gifted~ J. Crew Crystal Necklace~ Bracelets: Crystal Bangle from TJMaxx~ Renegade Cluster from Stella and Dot~ Enamel Link Bracelet from gigglosophy.

So, have you ventured into your closet to see what prints and patterns you can mix and match yet?  Please share your ideas here!


Enjoy your weekend!
Xoxo

8 comments:

  1. I love everything about this look! I am definitely going to take your rules and see how I can apply them in my closet! :) I definitely want to try mixing some stripes and florals, and I'd like to do something with my polka dots and gingham. Every time I see this vest, by the way, I am more and more bummed I didn't get it when I had the chance! I keep stalking eBay, and I might just have to bite the bullet! Hope you have a great weekend!

    xoxo Meghan
    www.everydayfashionandfinance.com

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    1. Yes, keep checking! Once it's summer time, the price will go down, but then you have to wait to wear it! There's always a catch! Have a great time in Chicago!

      xox

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  2. such a fantastic outfit - thanks for listing your rules when mixing! and i am like meghan and so bummed i missed out on this vest :(

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    1. Thank you! The rules help me too when trying to get an idea ready!

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  3. I love this vest! Such a cute look. I'm checking out your blog from the bloggers group and I'm super excited to get to know you and work together!

    xoxo,
    Chelsea & The City

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  4. I think this vest is my favorite article of clothing I own. I actually have to be careful not to wear it every day! LOVE it. Hehe :) Adorable post.

    Kelly

    kellyinthecity.com

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    1. Thank you! I completely understand and agree with you! I don't know what i'll do in the spring when it's too hot to wear vests! LOL Thanks for reading and I'll be sure to check out your blog!

      xox
      Renee

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