5 Ways to Mix Patterns: Week 5

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I have to say I'm kind of sad to see this series come to an end. I'm such a fan of mixing patterns because there are numerous possibilities and it's a great way to add personality to your look. I'm head over heels in love with this polka dot pullover and wouldn't it be great to throw on in the evenings on those breezy summer nights?

If you missed the rest of the series you can see the rest of the looks here.
 

5 Ways to Mix Patterns: Week 4

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For a bold pair of animal print jeans like these I like a contrast by pairing them with a pastel stripe t-shirt, plus I'm super into mixing black and pastels right now. I think leopard print works as a neutral and can be worn with so many different items. I actually have these jeans (and have probably worn them one too many times), but it has surprised me how many things actually look good with them.

Sorry for my absence lately, things have been crazy busy with projects I'm working on as well as some travel planning. If you follow on instagram you may have seen that my husband and I are heading to Russia and Amsterdam this summer. I'm super excited!  Next week I've got some good things planned including some maternity style tips (as requested) and a little DIY project.
 

5 Ways to Mix Patterns: Week 3

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This bicycle top gets me in the mood this spring for bike riding, which is why I created a look just for that, riding a bicycle. Because the stripes in this skirt are so subtle, it pairs perfectly with this top.  Finish the look with a pop of color on your lips and feet (plus, aren't those clogs fabulous? an investment, but definitely one worth making).

If you missed week one and two, you can them here and here.

p.s. Thanks for all the nice comments about my pattern.
 

5 Ways to Mix Patterns: Week 2

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Oh how I'm loving printed and colored pants right now. One of the best ways to pair a print with a bold print like these floral jeans is to pick a more subtle or smaller print on top. You don't ever want your prints to compete with each other. I also chose to keep the accessories more minimal and neutral in order to complement the colorful arrangement.
 

5 Ways to Mix Patterns: Week 1

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I'm excited to announce my new fashion challenge for the blog: Pattern Mixing. Since there are so many patterned pieces in fashion right now, I thought now would be the perfect time to share some ideas and tips. Every week for the next 5 weeks I will show a new way to mix patterns together in one outfit (you may be familiar with the chambray challenge I did a couple of weeks ago).

I decided to start pretty basic for the first look. Pairing a striped t-shirt with a floral scarf is an easy way to jump right in and start mixing.