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June 1, 2012

There's something so fun about wearing a mix of dressy and casual pieces. Maybe because it's a little cheeky. It's like saying, "Hey! I'm dressed up and dressed down!" I love this beautiful brocade skirt but I paired it with an everyday plain striped tee and a pair of oxfords for a casual day out. It's perfect for the times you don't want to look out of place.
top Forever 21 {similar}, skirt, necklace, and bracelet J.Crew, shoes Steve Madden {similar}, sunglasses , watch Timexpurse c/o Brahmin

I love short weeks, don't you? Having a Monday off was much needed, and the shorter work week was amazing. It really flew by. Today is my Mom's birthday and I can't wait to celebrate over a dinner at Mozza! It's a special birthday for the most amazing and wonderful woman I know. I love you so much Mommy!

Have a great weekend everyone!!
xox 
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44 comments:

  1. I would have never thought of pairing these two options together but you make it look really amazing!

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  2. Oh my god, this is beautiful! One of my favorite outfits I've seen.

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  3. That skirt! Those sunglasses! Love it!

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  4. Such a unique outfit! Looks fantastic on you! Absolutely LOVE that skirt!

    <3 Jenny
    www.crazystylelove.com

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  5. Love this! Just this morning Glamour online wrote about using stripes as a neutral. I totally think they would have used these photos as their examples. Looks great and I love the colors.

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  6. Great mix of prints and wearing the oxfords was the perfect touch to make it more laid-back...LOVE!

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  7. That skirt is freaking AWESOME!! Love the pockets. Never would have thought of this combo either. I love it!

    Happy Birthday to your Momma!

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  8. Great pairing of festive and casual things - works!

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  9. What a beautiful and strange combination of pieces! ;)

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  10. I love this outfit. I sometimes have issues mixing and matching patterns but this works so well. And the back drop is gorgeous!

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  11. Really fun summer outfit! Love the pattern mix.

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  12. that skirt is really beautiful, I forget sometimes how great it can be to mix things this way, thank you for reminding me!
    jess
    JESS CAUSE BLOG

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  13. absolutely beautiful! love your necklace and skirt! xoo

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    I'm following your blog hoping to stay connected.
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  15. Happy Birthday to your mom.

    Love the dress up/dress down ideas your outfit is giving me!

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  17. Love the mixed patterns look!! One of my favorite things right now along with chunky necklaces! So cute :)

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  18. I have your shoes in black but I have no idea how I should wear them! LOL

    xo,
    janmloves.blogspot.com
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  19. This a gorgeous pairing of pieces! I alos love pairing something fancy with something casual. It helps the fancy pieces go a little further in my wardrobe. :)

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  20. I love the way you made this outfit work together! And you look super cute in those sunglasses! I need a pair like that for myself haha

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  21. Pretty outfit and gorgeous backdrop!

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  22. I'm in love with those sunglasses! The entire outfit, actually. You have such a way of pairing unexpected items together :)

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  23. I love how those items clash and yet complement each other at the same time. You;ve got a talent for the unexpected when it comes to fashion: in a good way. The glasses look fab, too! x

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  24. Where is the skirt from? Love!

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  25. yes, short weeks are the best!
    and that skirt is fabulous, girl! loving how you styled it! the backdrop is fun too! missing the water right about now!
    xo TJ

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  26. you totally hit the nail on the head with this outfit! I love the casual/dressy look.

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  27. I just found your blog and I am LOVING all your outfits. Fantastic! :) Keep looking pretty. Totally following you now.

    Kate
    myvanillawardrobe.blogspot.com

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  29. I agree; it's a fun look! You look absolutely darling, and happy birthday to your mom!
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  30. JCrew always has amazing things! Truly love your outfit. Amazing.

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  31. I love everything about this outfit! :o)

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  32. I love the stripes paired with the brocade skirt. Such a perfect outfit!

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  33. Love your skirt and how you've styled it!

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  34. i love your sunglasses. and your skirt!!

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  35. I think this might be my most favorite outfit I've seen on your blog! Love that skirt!

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  37. These sunglasses look so beautiful on you, Mara! Xo

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