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An Easy Way to Mix Prints
We made it to Friday Ya’ll!!
Let’s talk about this outfit and my easy way to mix prints. I LOVE mixing prints usually opting for one print in my top and another in my bottom. If you are new to print mixing or not quite comfortable with it yet, I wanted to offer you a simple way to start mixing and build your confidence in your print mixing skills.
Start with your top and pick one print. For this outfit, I chose this fun side twist striped top. Then pick an accessory item, like a belt, shoes, or purse, to add in a secondary print. I added in my floral print shoes. FYI – I wear these floral heels SO MUCH! If you are considering a pair, do it!!! It’s amazing how many outfits you can make them work with, like this one for example.
The key to this easy print mix is to have one dominant print, the stripes in this look, and let your second print be a bit smaller which is why I opt for an accessory item over two prints on two dominant pieces. If you try this a few times, you may start noticing how much you like certain prints together. Once you find one you really love, step it up a notch. For this outfit, I could add in a floral print pant or pencil skirt and then change my shoe to a solid color.
A couple other prints to play with other than stripes and floral are plaid and leopard, really any animal print. Try stripes paired with leopard, floral paired with plaid, or even mix two animal prints together.
What are your favorite two prints to mix together?
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Striped Top | Black Skinny Jeans | Floral Daisie Heels, print is last year (similar) | Black Crossbody Bag | c/o Floral Hoop Earrings, old (similar) | Similar Gold Bangle | David Yurman Bracelet | Nails: CND Cashmere Wrap
Photography By Banavenue
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Work to Date Night Long Sleeve Bodysuit
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Long Sleeve Bodysuit | Black Skinny Jeans | Block Heel Sandals | c/o Baublebar Feather Earrings (old) | Links Bracelet | Cuff Bracelet | Pink Clutch | Nails: CND Cashmere Wrap
Hello Ladies! I warned you I had more sheer tops coming in the future! Look closely though, this sheer top is actually a bodysuit, and I’m kinda in love. The fact that this flowy chiffon look is also a bodysuit help keep that perfectly tucked in look all day or night. You can wear this out for a night of dancing without worrying about it coming untucked!
The sheer chiffon layer paired with the black cami is perfect to go from work day to date night. I pair this with a pencil skirt for the office, or you could also pair it with a pair of gray or colored slacks. To transition this long sleeve bodysuit to night, change into a pair of your favorite skinny jeans and heels or a cute little mini skirt with boots.
I opted to go sans a necklace and opt for a pop of color with my feather earrings and dark pink clutch. You could also go with stud earrings and a long pendant necklace for a different look.
Also because I feel it’s uber important info to have for all bodysuits, this one snaps at the bottom for easy bathroom access and has a thong fit on the bottom. Have you tried out a bodysuit yet? Love them or leave them?
Photography by Banavenue
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Rodeo Outfit Without Cowboy Boots
Where are all my Texas readers at? This one’s for you! Well really this outfit would be cute for everyone, but it would also be perfect for Texas rodeo season! BBQ cookoffs, carnivals, fried food, bull riding, horses, concerts, and my fave, a wine garden all come together to create our Houston Rodeo. The event also helps students earn scholarships through animal and art auctions, so fun for a cause.
While I’m pretty sure it is a requirement to own a pair of cowboy boots if you live in the great state of Texas, I wanted to share a rodeo outfit without cowboy boots for those of you who haven’t found the perfect pair quite yet. FYI – Many online western sites have sales on boots for Texas residents during the month of February! An easy fix to those missing cowboy boots is to grab a cute pair of brown booties. Bonus points if they have a little western flair to them. Make sure they are comfy to walk in, as you will easily hit your 10K steps at the rodeo!
I love this red plaid dress for a full day of all the rodeo activities. It’s lightweight, and I think the red plaid is perfect for the rodeo. Since rodeo season takes place February through March, I usually tie a denim jacket around my waist to wear in the evening when the temps cool off. I also always opt for a crossbody or backpack style bag. I need my hands free for some wine and sausage on a stick.
If you have plans to be in Houston Feb 25-Mar 17, you should look into spending a little time at our rodeo. It’s really is a fun experience and always a good time!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Red Plaid Dress *50% off! | Similar Denim Jacket | Brown Booties (similar) | Black Backpack | Sophee Earrings | Gorjana Necklace (old) | Cuff Bracelet | Links Bracelet | Similar Gold Bangle | Nails: Butter London Earl Grey | Rayban Aviators
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Galentine’s Day Outfit Idea
Happy Friday!!! Who’s ready for the weekend? I have a mix of fun plans, relaxation, and blog work on the schedule, so it should be both a fun and productive weekend ahead of me.
I know we aren’t quite to February yet, but I couldn’t wait to share this gorgeous metallic striped top with you. I love this whole look as the perfect Galentine’s Day Outfit. It would also work for date night or just a regular girls’ night out. The metallic striped details dress up this classic black silhouette to give it a little bit of a statement factor. I love it for when your night might be low key, but you still want to feel a little fancy.
If your gal pals and you are having a Galentine’s Day party or dinner, I love the idea of wearing an all black look and going against the red and pink Valentine’s colors. Although, I would also wear this for a Valentine’s date night too, because it’s so perfect for date night. I added in black skinny jeans which can help make an outfit feel a little dressier even though you are still in jeans. This top needed some fabulous earrings, so I added in these gold statement earrings.
I hope you guys have a great weekend and thanks for stopping by!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Metallic Striped Top | c/o Black Jeans | Black Heels | Black Clutch | c/o Gold Drop Earrings | Links Bracelet | Nails: Butter London Early Grey
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