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Bold Stripes

I love the idea of mixing prints, but often find that I don’t own the right combination of pieces to pull it off.  Sometimes the easiest approach is the simplest – a brightly striped blouse with a graphic clutch provides the perfect subtle contrast.

What I’m wearing:
Forever 21 blouse, trousers & necklace (here), The Limited clutch, Michael Kors watch, Vintage bracelets, LC Lauren Conrad pumps (here), Lips: Maybelline Fifth Ave Fuschia

10.31.11 Kimberly

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Comments

  1. Castle Fashion says

    October 31, 2011 at 10:55 am

    I almost thought those pants were a maxi but they're not! They look awesome :O I love this pairing. The button detail on the front is perfect. 🙂

    Yasmeen
    Castle Fashion

  2. My Dressy Ways says

    October 31, 2011 at 12:40 pm

    You have the best F21 finds! This doesn't look F21 at all. So gorgeous!

  3. Alyson says

    October 31, 2011 at 2:08 pm

    Totally thought you were wearing a maxi skirt in the first pic, haha. LOVE the prints. I did the same this weekend with leopard cardigan and patterned bag. Love your look!

    alyson
    http://www.theaveragegirlsguide.com

  4. Alyson says

    October 31, 2011 at 2:09 pm

    PS: totally agree with Ying; never looks like F21! Nice work. 🙂 Can you start an email chain for as soon as you find must haves?? Haha, I'll be your first subscriber!

  5. jenn~the stylish housewife says

    October 31, 2011 at 2:19 pm

    OMG!!! you look BEAUTIFUL. tell me you photoshopped those eyes =)and your hair is getting so long!!! i cut mine every 6 weeks but this last weekend was the first time i skipped the haircut! love the outfit girl.

    xoxo, jenn
    the stylish housewife

  6. Lindsey says

    October 31, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    You look so long and tall!! Love the colors in the top too!

  7. Amy @ At the Pink of Perfection says

    October 31, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    I love the high-waisted pants and that shirt makes your eyes POP! Gorgeous lady!!

  8. Sarah @ Pencil Skirts and Lattes says

    October 31, 2011 at 3:21 pm

    OMG! This is my favorite outfit of yours EVER!!!!!! I LOVE this, you look SO SO CHIC! I would love to be able to pull of that lip color but I'm happy to leave it to you as you look amazing in that! Can't believe this is mostly all from F21!

  9. A Stylized Hysteria says

    October 31, 2011 at 3:37 pm

    Um, wow. i would never have guessed your outfit is f21. It looks so high-end. I love it!

  10. Megan, The Frugalista Diaries says

    October 31, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    amazing. love the print mixing and those pants, omg.

  11. Tiffany* says

    October 31, 2011 at 3:59 pm

    You look so gorgeous in these photos! The bright colors in this shirt are also stunning and just make your eyes pop!
    beijos,
    Tiffany

  12. Candy Apple Fashion says

    October 31, 2011 at 4:08 pm

    You look gorgeous! I can't believe your outfit is F21! You look like you stepped right off a runway 🙂

  13. Fashion By Alicia says

    October 31, 2011 at 8:37 pm

    Love the mixing of the prints and those trousers are FABULOUS! Love them!

  14. Lia says

    October 31, 2011 at 8:51 pm

    I cannot BELIEVE that the outfit is F21. It does not look it, at all! Ahh and the bright lips! Yes!
    xoxo
    Lia

  15. Myrna says

    November 1, 2011 at 12:53 am

    Swear you and I have the same taste. ha! Mustard skirt now this top. I love this top I wore it to a rehersal dinner with a skirt. It reminds me of one Zara had that I wish I would have picked up.

    xx-Myrna

    http://mybeatboutique.blogspot.com

  16. caitlin says

    November 1, 2011 at 1:34 am

    love this entire outfit! i can't believe that top is from f21- it totally looks like zara!
    xo caitlin

  17. Lynn says

    November 1, 2011 at 3:04 pm

    You look amazing! I love your hair and your makeup! I don't do lipstick -I'm afraid – but wow, I'm loving it! I love those pants too!

  18. Mary says

    November 1, 2011 at 6:48 pm

    I can't believe this outfit is from Forever. I LOVE the high waist pants and that striped top! Great pairing.

    xx,
    Mary
    M.A.S. Fashion

  19. Really Petite says

    November 1, 2011 at 7:44 pm

    Love the stripes! This outfit looks majorly expensive but I think it has a LOT to do with you and how you wear it! You don't even need photo editing- you are gorgeous!

  20. Real Girl Glam says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:23 am

    I think this is the perfect mixing of prints. The clutch adds a pop but it is not over the top! Great look!

  21. Savvy Southern Style says

    November 2, 2011 at 3:37 pm

    Love this look! I've become obsessed with adding stripes to my wardrobe.

  22. The Budget Babe says

    November 10, 2011 at 11:55 pm

    I can't get over that top, it looks amazing on you! Love love love the styling here.

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