How To Subtly Mix Patterns

I have to admit, I'm not a fan of pattern mixing in fashion.  However, if it's done very subtly, then I like it.  Now you may not be able to see it at first glance in some of these far away shots, but I am pattern mixing....in a subtle way.  😊  My shorts obviously have a printed floral pattern, and my top has a very subtle pattern on it as well.  This is my favorite way of mixing patterns;  wearing only one piece with an obvious or strong print combined with another piece with a more subtle print.  But I also like to do this with accessories or shoes too, not just tops or bottoms.

Both my pieces are from Stitch Fix.  The top is by 41 Hawthorn and the shorts are by Margaret M.  If you buy from Stitch Fix you can request them from your stylist, otherwise I've linked some Amazon alternatives at the end of this post.

I picked accessories that pulled out other colors from my clothes.  The beige bag pulled out the beige in the shorts and the black sandals pulled out the black from the shorts.

This is such a cool and comfy outfit for summer, but very polished as well.  

Here is a close up of the ever-so-subtle print on this top.  And isn't this neckline just the cutest?

Of course I had to take advantage of the gorgeous sunflowers growing in my garden for this photo shoot. 😍  The yellow blooms contrast so beautifully with the blue top.  

So what do you think?  Would you wear this outfit?  Do you like to pattern mix?  I'd love to hear from you!

Here are some other cute printed tops from Amazon:  Lark & Ro Sleeveless Bubble Blouse with Ruffle Trim, and Blencot Women's Button Down V-Neck.  And I love these flower print shorts from Floerns, these cute elastic waist ones by MBJ, and these adorable drawstring ones by Keliqq.  Aren't those elephants in the pattern so cute?

Have A Great Day!  Amy

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Stitch Fix #30 Review

Today is the day I review my entire June box from Stitch Fix as well as the results of my Instagram Poll!  Are ya ready?  Here is Item Number 1!

Margaret M "Lea Printed Short"

Status:  Kept!

Original Post

When I first saw these shorts in my box my first thought was "Oh no, I don't need nor do I want shorts!"  Other than the garden, I rarely wear shorts because I am more comfortable in skirts or dresses.  But once I put them on,  I was in love.  They were so comfortable!  Hubby loved them too, and since I had nothing like them already in my closet,  I kept them.  I have worn them so much already because they are so comfortable and go with anything!  They were definitely a good investment piece.  Instagram readers loved them too, coming in at #2 with 84% of voters saying to keep the shorts and only 16% said to return them.

Daniel Rainn "Dharma Crochet Detail Knit Maxi Dress"

Status:  Returned

Original Post

Y'all know how much I loved this dress so returning it was not easy for me.  Everyone loved it here on the blog and on Instagram too.  But, because I just received a very similar maxi dress from Stitch Fix last year, I could not justify keeping it.  The dress came in at #3 on Instagram with 75% saying to keep it and only 25% said to return it.

Daniel Rainn "Micaela Embroidery Detail Tassel Knit Top"

Status:  Kept!

Original Post

Although I found this top too hot to wear now (it's very heavy and thick),  I can't wait to wear it in the fall with a jean jacket or cardigan.  The colors are perfect for fall, plus, I really don't have much of this color in my closet already.  This top came in at #4 on Instagram with 71% of readers saying to keep it and 29% said to return it.

Cosmic Blue Love "Adrianne Boyfriend Jean"

Status:  Returned!

Original Post

These white jeans were the #1 item on Instagram with 88% of readers saying to keep them and 12% saying to return them.  They were great jeans!  The fit was awesome.  The problem?  I already own white jeans and did not need another pair.

Market & Spruce "Ezide Textured Print Top"

Status:  Returned

Original Post

This polka dot top was the least liked on Instagram and my least liked as well.  It polled at 67% "Keep" and 33% "Return".   I usually keep any white top Stitch Fix sends me (can you possibly have enough white tops?),  but this one did nothing for my heavy arms, plus the back was a thin solid material and you could see right through it.  Back it went!

In summary,  this was a great Fix for me.  I had a new stylist "Karen".  I have no idea why, didn't ask for one.  All the items polled above 65% "keep" on Instagram.  I liked everything but the white top.  In the end,  I kept only what I felt would make a great addition to my wardrobe:  the shorts and the embroidered detail tassel top.

So what do you think?  Did I make the right decision?

If you've never tried Stitch Fix before, use my Referral Code to receive $25.00 off your first box.

Have A Great Day!  Amy

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Stitch Fix Printed Shorts

Today I have the fifth and final piece of my June Stitch Fix box to share with you:  printed shorts!  In previous posts I shared a polka dot top,  white jeans,  embroidered detail tassel knit top,  and a maxi dress.

If you're a regular reader of my blog you know I'm not much of a shorts gal.  It's not that I have a lot of hang ups about showing my "over-fifty scarred, bruised legs from years of gardening",  I just have never felt shorts to be as comfortable to wear as a summer dress or skirt.  But these shorts changed my mind;  THEY ARE SO COMFORTABLE!  They are made of a spandex material that stretches but doesn't cling.  There are no buttons or zippers.  I would say they have an elastic waist, but they don't, because the entire pair of shorts is elastic.  They seem to have some type of elastic stomach panel.  They fit like a glove, and I never felt the need that I had to tug them back up because all they had was elastic around the waist.

The main reason I never liked wearing shorts was because they tend to crawl up my butt making them so uncomfortable to wear.  I rarely have that problem with pants, but for some reason I always have that problem with shorts.  These do not do that.  Again, I think it's the Spandex material which stretches where you need more stretch, but pulls in where you don't, allowing a perfect fit for your own unique body type.

The length of the shorts is also quite nice;  not to short at all.  The leg is on the wider side, but that's OK with me because I think it provides a dressier look.  Some time's I think it looks like I'm wearing a skirt or skort and not shorts.

I styled my outfit with all white everything with a pop of red in the handbag.  

Here is a close up of the shorts so you can see the print and the elastic waistline/tummy panel.  I love how streamlined the waist line is.  Most common elastic waist shorts/pants look like they have an elastic waist because the material gathers.  You'd never know these shorts had an elastic waist had I not told you!

For those of you who'd like to request these shorts from your stylist or look for them on line, they are called "Lea Printed Short" by Margaret M.  I am wearing a size Medium.  

The shorts are considered a  "slimming pant" so there are no pockets.  I've read reviews of other women who received these shorts and everyone says they are amazing, so flattering, and comfortable.

I'll be back on Monday with a review of the entire box letting you know what I kept and what I sent back, as well as the results of my Instagram Poll.

If you've never tried Stitch Fix before, use my REFERRAL CODE to receive $25.00 off your first Fix!

Have A Great Day!  Amy

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