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Inspired by Curly Crafty Mom: Pairing a Colorblock Cardigan with a Pattern
Color blocking is making a fashion comeback this season in a big way. If you are unfamiliar with the term, it is basically exactly what it sounds like…blocks of color. Traditionally in fashion, a color blocked outfit would consist of multiple (at least two) solid colored pieces in different but complementary colors. Usually the hues chosen for a color blocked look would be bright and bold shades, but it can certainly also be done using darker colors or even neutrals. In general, prints and patterns are not included in a color blocked outfit because it would draw away from the color blocking effect. But general fashion rules are meant to…
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Inspired by Curated by Jennifer: Linen Dress and Flowerless Fields
We have just had a few weeks of unseasonably warm weather here in the North Country and so I took full advantage of the opportunity to recreate this cool outfit that Jennifer of Curated by Jennifer shared last month. In her post, Linen Dress and Flower Fields, she wore a gorgeous white linen sundress with a black moto jacket, black boots, and a black hat. I just love the stark contrast between black and white as well as the pairing of a feminine white dress with edgy black accessories. While I was styling my own version of Jennifer’s outfit, I realized that out of the hundreds of pairs of shoes…
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Inspired by Wonder Woman & Link Up On the Edge #218
“What one does when faced with the truth is more difficult than you’d think.” Diana Prince, Wonder Woman movie I wanted to share this post yesterday, but apparently I wasn’t inspired enough by Wonder Woman to get all the things on my list completed! I feel a bit more like Blunder Woman these days than Wonder Woman, but whatever…I just keep trucking along the best that I can. I was never one of those jubilant little girls who was obsessed with princesses and fairy tales. I was actually quite the opposite. I was a rather melancholic introverted child who was more interested in sports, reading books, or playing quietly by myself with…
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“To Thine Own Self Be True” & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #194
“To thine own self be true.” William Shakespeare Dee of Grammy’s Grid recently shared a post discussing the meaning behind this age old adage. In fact, that post was the most clicked from last week’s link party and is featured below. Her analysis of this quote as well as how its meaning has evolved over the past 400 years inspired me to dive a little deeper into this topic from my own personal perspective. But before I do, click over and give Dee’s post a quick read. She poses a few questions to contemplate on a personal level. These are Dee’s questions verbatim and I am going to do my…
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Inspired by To Be Bright: Florals For Fall? Actually Groundbreaking
The weather in northern New York has been a wee bit erratic the past few weeks with temperatures fluctuating daily in 30-40 degree swings. Is it summer? Is it fall? This strange seasonal transition can complicate our outfit choices, can’t it? When I saw Tilden of To Be Bright styling this very cool transitional outfit, Florals for Fall? Actually Groundbreaking, I was immediately drawn to the contrast between the fall tones and colors combined with the more summery garments like a lightweight blouse and denim shorts. I knew I wanted to recreate this look and since it is the perfect season to do so, I went for it straightaway. The…
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Inspired by Aquamarina Style: Cute Summer Top for Casual Days
Summer feels like it is coming to a screeching halt as our nighttime temperatures are now dipping into the 40’s. It is that time of year when we start to see the temperatures swinging 30 degrees in either direction throughout the course of a day. Is it hot? Is it cold? What should I wear to be comfortable? There is sort of a sartorial art form involved in getting transitional outfits right. In the season of strategic layering, it is important to ensure that your outfit is complete and coordinated even as you add or shed layers throughout the day. Lightweight cardigans and sleeveless tops seem to make the most…
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Inspired by Cheryl Shops: The Ultimate Classic Outfit
The ultimate classic outfit. We all need those easy outfit formulas that always work for those days when our creativity may be taking a rest. While I love playing dress up every day and enjoy a fun pairing of unlikely pieces to create some wild outfits, I have just as many days when I don’t feel like thinking about what I am going to wear. Those are the days when I rely on no-fail outfit combinations. Because even when my creativity may be sleeping, I still want to feel great in what I am wearing. One of my favorite no-fail combinations is distressed jeans, a tee shirt, a blazer, and…
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Inspired by Jersey Girl, Texan Heart: Gearhead Gal
If you have been visiting my blog for any length of time then I am certain that you are already familiar with my badass blogging buddy Monica of Jersey Girl, Texan Heart. She and I host a monthly link party, Your Own Twist, where we invite you all to create an outfit around a chosen theme to showcase just how versatile and fun personal style can be. While you may know Monica from visiting my blog, you may not know all the great stuff about this fascinating and inspiring woman. Born and raised a Jersey girl, she spent a short time in Texas and fell in love with that great…
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Inspired by Thirty Minus One: Foolproof Summer Outfit
Who doesn’t love any kind of foolproof outfit combination? As much as I enjoy concocting crazy ensembles with lots of layers and quirky details, there are plenty of days when I simply don’t have the energy or the desire to have to think all that creatively while choosing my outfit for the day. Fortunately, there are some combinations that always work, whether you want to add all the bells and whistles to the final result is up to you. But keeping it basic and minimalist will still have you looking stylish and completely put together in certain foolproof outfit combinations. One of these combinations is black and denim. Seriously, put…
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Inspired by Chez Mireille: Monochromatic Black for Summer
I know I have been sharing a lot of inspired looks recently but I just can’t help myself! All of my fabulous blogger friends have been killing it when it comes to summer style. I suppose maybe all the time spent at home has gotten everyone back to a creative place when it comes to fashion and personal style. But it maybe hasn’t gotten me to a creative place because I keep stealing styles. It is so much fun though and you all seem to really enjoy these posts. So here we go… Today’s outfit was inspired by sweet, wonderful, kind, beautiful Mireille of Chez Mireille. If you are not…
