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AUTUMN, Style, WINTER ·

the mix up

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outfit details: Plaid Shirt from Old Navy, Sweater from Reitmans, Jeans from American Eagle, Boots from Bondolino, Bag (similar here)
Whenever fall comes around I always have an initial moment of melodramatic dread. My mind instantly goes to grey clouds & rainy days, heck rainy months, when I begin to think of fall that I trick myself into resenting fall rather than embracing it. Though I am always excited for fall fashion, I am never excited for the rain, rain, rain. Over the last few weeks though, we have been blessed to not only have blue skies, but we also have beautiful sun. It’s been amazing to go outside and be instantly submerged in crisp fall air & warm summery sunshine.
On days like these I love to make the most of the sunshine by styling my sweater t-shirts over blouses, and lately, I’ve been loving this plaid blouse in particular. Plaid has been considered a huge trend this year and though I absolutely love it, I’ve also always felt like it was a bit of a staple come cool weather; So really trend or no trend, it’s a piece I nearly consider a staple item during these chilly months. One of my favourite aspects of plaid prints has to be how they layer. Whether you mix plaid with a print, wear it with a solid colour or wear it all by itself, it always looks festively cozy & stylish, making it a print worth investing in! 

In: AUTUMN, Style, WINTER

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  1. Live-Style20 says

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    nice!! ; >>

    i invite to me too
    http://www.live-style20.blogspot.com

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  2. Lilli says

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    Love plaid too for fall, it is worth investing in it indeed. Looking very stylish, I like the whole combo!:) Kisses! xo

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  3. Sophie Sierra says

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    Those polka dots are so gorgeous!

    Just to let you know I've nominated you and your lovely blog for a sunshine award over on my own! xo

    Sophie <3 soinspo

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  4. Dahlia says

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    Love the bag and the boots!

    Dahlia
    http://xlelamaa.blogspot.fi/

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  5. Lucia Flores says

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    Pfff, I haven't seen the sun here in the Netherlands for days, boohoo! You are so talented in mixing up different prints, you always rock it! Love the dots and plaid shirt together, so cute!

    Have a nice weekend!!

    Kisses,
    Lucia

    ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ Lucia Flores Diary ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

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  6. Agnes W says

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    Cute mix!

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  7. Ashleigh says

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    I love your two toned boots and polka dot top!
    -Ash
    http://www.thestylizedwannabe.com

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  8. Amy Keeling says

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    I like the look of that tartan shirt poking through there 🙂
    Amy x | A Little Boat Sailing

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  9. Marsha C says

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    Loving the clash of prints!

    http://styleofalondontallgirl.blogspot.com

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  10. Agnes Mayer says

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    Great casual look. Love how you mixed polka dots and plaid. Love it!!!!!!

    Agi:)

    vodkainfusedlemonade.com

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  11. Sonia De Macedo says

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    Oooh I love those kind of days, I'd gladly trade with you since we're heading into summer over here!

    SDMxx
    http://www.daringcoco.com
    WIN A $200 GIFT CARD TO NET-A-PORTER OR SHOPBOP!

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