Ageless Style is a monthly style challenge and link up for women of all ages. Each month we pick a different theme and style an outfit based on that theme. This month's theme is "Polka Dots and Stripes" and was picked by Marsha.
Print Mixing has never been a fashion style I was comfortable with. I am more of a classic, casual style blogger. If I do print mix at all, it's so subtle you'd barely notice it, so when Marsha suggested wearing "dots and stripes" together, I was a bit frightened to say the least. But I am never one to avoid challenging myself to something new, so I gave it a whirl and I was pleasantly surprised at how much I liked it. Of course, I still kept my outfit true to me: Classic and casual, and it is still subtle 😀.
For my "Dots and Stripes" outfit I chose a polka dotted top and a striped handbag. After I took the photo I laughed when I noticed the polka dots in my top are also stripes, so I didn't need the handbag at all. I didn't notice that when I put the outfit together.
The outfit works for me because the colors blue and white are a classic color combo. The white skirt is a skort so it's casual and easy to wear. And my neutral shoes are super comfy. The red eyeglasses on the purse add just a touch of color and whimsy to the outfit. For accessories I wore simple pearl jewelry to coordinate with the white dots on my blouse.
I enjoyed this "dots and stripes" challenge so much I repeated it the following week when I wore this outfit to church:
Once again, I carried my striped handbag but this time I paired it with a polka dot dress. I balanced the busy prints out with a white denim jacket and neutral shoes.
Print mixing doesn't have to be bold or scary if you don't want it to be. You can tone it down with neutrals or classic colors, or you can do it in small doses like handbags, scarves, belts, or shoes.
Now, let's see how the rest of the ladies are styling their polka dots and stripes and be sure to link up with us as well.
Have A Great Day! Amy
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