For those of you that don’t know I am a Graphic Designer by day. I “pattern play” not only in my wardrobe but my lifestyle. Being a little “OCD” sometimes I can go overboard wanting everything to match perfectly. We have to learn as we go right? Well, I’m learning more about myself everyday! So does everything really have to be perfect? I often hear from others “shopping just is not fun!” So let’s make it fun, not perfect! Look at all these crazy patterns and see what inspires you! What colors can you combo? What patterns can you pair? Try strips with dots, or black with brown, or blue with burnt sienna like I have done here! I am learning that “life / fashion / daily routines” do not have to be perfect! Sometimes the imperfections are my best designs or greatest wardrobe outfits!
FASHION TIP:
Have trouble deciding what colors go when trying to “mix” it up? Here is an easy tip…. Take a dark with a light. So in this look I have taken a lighter blue dress and paired it with a deeper color wrap. I have keep the “neutral” color the same using a light cream to make the look feel finished.
GIRLY MOMENT:
Trashing the dress was so fun and “not perfect”. I loved the feeling of just letting go of my perfectionist side and getting this dress soaking wet and full of sand! It was so much fun!
OUTFIT DETAILS:
Dress – Banyan Tree, Sweater Wrap – Forever 21, Belt – Francesca’s, Earrings – Target
PHOTOGRAPHY: Katrina Diller
www.loveisallyouneedphotos.com
The dress is absolutely beautiful! My daughter samantha is the best pattern matcher! I wish I could have the courage to just wear all the things I like at once and actually pull it off like she does ( mind you she is only 5). I’m a bit if an artsy person and I’m really great at combining colors and fabrics when I create. I lack the courage to be brave with my clothes. Your outfits inspire me. I love the way you throw things together..i noticed the brown boots and black jacket you put together with the floral dress..keep inspiring me lisa!
I say just go for it! It’s fun to try new things. Love all the pictures you send me of Samantha! She is a style sweetheart! I do LOVE black and brown it is one of my favorite color combos for fall! Just go for it girl! Your comments keep me going! xo!
Can I just be you??? Can I just have your entire closet??? Goodness im jealous of how beautiful you are and your wardrobe! I would also love your creativity and way to put outfits together! Love you!
-your little cousin/mini you <3
Sweetheart you are exceptionally beautiful! You inspire me and I know Carrie Underwood inspires us both 😉
I can’t wait to fill up your closet with our next shopping trip! PS – I know someone who put this amazing “tweet” out there! Thank you for all your love and support! – love you “mini me” xo!
You make mixing patterns and textures for fashion’s sake look like a lot of fun but I find it can be risky business if you’re not sure of what you’re doing! Your post empower us to think outside of our the box. We all need to find the five year old inside us and have some fun!
I agree living and having fun is the way to happiness! Finding our inner child! Tip: When mixing patterns anything goes! That’s the great news! You don’t have to worry cause it’s just plain fun! Go for it! I know two pretty girls who I would love to see “pattern play” love you!
Simple……thoughts….
Put the patterns together that you wish.
I agree.
Look in the mirror and smile :-).
Appreciate the uniqueness of your individual self.
Mom
Simple plain fun! Anything goes!
Love this color combo and all the fab pics!!!!!!! Patterns mixing for me is new but I love it! Need to get more ideas online!
Love you girl! I agree pattern mixing is tricky. It’s kinda like mixing a new drink. Just mix it up and try it. Pinterest baby? Love you lady!