Hi Lovelies!
First, I must say…that is a big bun. I never realized just how big my hair is until I started this blog. Wow…lol! Anyways, that is besides the point:) I have really been wanting to try mixing patterns, but have been terrified that I will do it all wrong and look like a fool. I’ve tried patterned scarves with a striped top before, but I have never gone as far as I did today and I love it. I went through my entire closet trying to find the perfect patterns and items to mix and this is what I ended with. Pretty cute, right? I even came up with a few good “rules” I think are key in making pattern mixing work.
1. Pick the right patterns. I may be wrong, and I am sure there is someone out there who would be able to pull it off…but a plaid shirt with floral pants….probably would not be the best way to try pattern mixing. Lol.
2. Don’t use more than 2 patterns. Adding a patterned cardigan over this outfit would be the point where it stops looking cute…
3. Use the same color family. A red, white, and blue top with green and orange pants would most likely look as though someone vomited…
Get The Look:
Top: Delia’s (Similar)
Skirt & Belt: Ross (Similar)
Necklace & Bracelets: Charming Charlie (Similar)
Handbag: Lulu by Lulu Guinness for JCPenney
Heels: Charming Charlie (Similar)
I still feel as though I went a little towards the safe side this time. Next time I really want to try mixing with different colors and maybe add a little bit of floral!
Have you tried any pattern mixing of your own? How did it turn out?
Until tomorrow…
xox Megan
PS: Linking up with: Sweet Tea Social, DC In Style, Watch Out For The Woestmans, Funday Monday, My Style Monday, Style Elixir, Trend Spin
I have always liked polka dots and stripes together. The yellow shoes are a great statement.
Thanks:) I thought the yellow shoes added a nice little touch:)
My daughter does pattern mixing but I fear being a little overweight makes patterns scary! I love how you paired the yellow shoes with it.
I think we are all too hard on ourselves! I am the same way….I see other people do it, but then assume that I can’t pull it off.
I’m so boring with my clothes! This looks cute.
Thank you! I am so glad to hear y’all like it, I was so afraid! haha!
Looks great! Love the yellow shoes.
Thanks, Emily!
I love it! I would never have thought to mix patterns, but you rock it!
Thank you, Sarah! I love how it turned out!
Very cute! I love the pop of yellow with your shoes.
Thanks! These shoes are one of my favorite pairs!
You totally rocked the pattern mixing! And I love the pop of yellow with your shoes
Thanks, Jennifer! I love this outfit:)
I love your big hair! I keep it big whenever I can haha. I also adore mix matching prints of any kind. Your outfit turned out adorable!
Haha, thanks! I wasn’t saying the big hair was a bad thing lol….it’s just BIG!
I’ve always thought that polka dots and stripes go great together!
I love how it turned out! I am always so nervous to try new things…
Love mixing patterns and you look so cute! Thanks for linking up with Funday Monday!
Ash
Thanks, Ashley! I loved your sweatshirt post today!
Love that you kept it all black and white but mixed polka dots and stripes – so chic!
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Thanks! Black and white is one of my favorites….you can’t go wrong with it:)
I love stripes and dots together! And I love how you added a fun pop of color! Great outfit! I’m your newest follower on Bloglovin
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Thank you so much! I love how the mixed patterns turned out:) I will for sure check it out!
Lovely blog! I am loving it!! I will definitely come back again. Bookmarked!
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it!