Friday, May 27, 2011

3 Ways to Wear Pastel Blue Linen Sailor Pants

"MONOCHROMATIC"
PASTEL BLUE LINEN SAILOR PANTS - Derek Heart
BLUE SHEER COTTON SWEATER - Rogan for Target
PINK CUFF - Made by my Mom!
WHITE WATCH - Sprout
"PREPPY"
STRIPED CORAL SHIRT - Old Navy
"RELAXED"
LAVENDER COTTON TANK - Banana Republic
CREAM PASHMINA - JC Penney
Princess Sparkles recently learned how to do "butterfly kisses" and "eskimo kisses," and now her new thing is to make up other ways to give kisses.  She's very creative and has given "chin kisses," "eyebrow kisses," even "hand kisses."  I just enjoy kisses.

I decided to do a "3 WAYS TO WEAR" post on my BLUE LINEN PANTS because I wasn't sure what to wear them with.  I did a "monochromatic" version with a loose sweater.  Then I did a "preppy" version with a lightweight button down.  Finally I did a "relaxed" version with a semi-sheer lavender tank (found it in Polka Dot's closet!).  I found that what works best with these linen pants is to wear something sheer, lightweight and similar toned (pastels).

The thing I like about these linen pants is they remind me of being on vacation.  Unfortunately we're not going anywhere for Memorial Day Weekend.  So no "goodbye kisses" for us!  But if I'm going to be home on a holiday, then by golly, at least I'm going to dress like I'm on vacation!

33 comments:

Baby Budget Blog said...

I think the first is my fav.! Love the monotone color and speaking of the color...it's marvelous!!

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Tiffany said...

I love those linen pants! I'm having a hard time to deciding which I like better though - the first or third pictures.

My 3-yeard old recently came up to me and licked my cheek. I was like, Eww, gross! What was that for? And he said, It's a puppy kiss, momma! Crazy kids! lol

Courtney Erin said...

I am jonesing for a pair of linen pants in my closet...I love all the ways that you're styled yours and they are so perfect for hot weather!

xoxo ~ Courtney
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Oh my Dior! said...

I love those pants they look so comfortable!

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D said...

Looking very fresh. What I love about linen besides being cool is that its totally okay to be wrinkled! :)

LyddieGal said...

I feel like pastel blue is a tough color - nice job with these stylings!

Chic on the Cheap

Selvaggia Capizzi said...

It will save a lot of space when you pack for holidays!
The 3rd outfit is my favorite!
xx
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Emma said...

Those pants are Fabulous! I Love the ways you have styled them. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I am now following yours : )

Love Joice said...

Hi, thanks for the follow, I'm following you! love your style! ^_^

noone said...

those ways to wear the pants is great, hehe those pants are so casual and chic that it reminds me of a nice vacation on a boat somewhere too :D

Chi said...

I especially like the first version, great pants, they really look good on you :D

Claire said...

i love your long scalf!

The Cat Hag said...

You are such a chic fashionista really, I cannot absolutely match anything with light bottoms, I look uber weird!

And here you do it so effortlessly and with 3 different fabulous combinations to boot!

Hope you are having a good weekend babe, I am eating like a crazy thing, I think I am gonna grab supper soon hehe.


xoxo,
Addie
The Cat Hag

erica marie said...

I love the last but I think you did a great job styling all 3...I've just gone through all of your previous posts and I'm in love with all of your shoes...great collection. I'm following you now...would love if you could follow back :)

erica
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Meagan said...

Love those pants! My favorite is the preppy look!
-Meagan
http://spunkychateau.blogspot.com

Ste Fania said...

The first outfit is my favourite!!! I'll follow you...follow me! GIVEAWAY ON MY blog!!!

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aki! said...

You're good. I don't have this item in my wardrobe because I'm not sure what to wear and I really like all three ways. I think monochromatic and relaxed are my favorites.

Definitely go out to Forever 21 and buy a dress. Dresses during the summer are the best.

Melissa: Write it in Lipstick said...

I love the preppy and relaxed look.

Anonymous said...

I absolutely adore how you styles these pants. Now you make me want to get pants like yours! XX

Once Upon A Time... said...

thanks for your lovely comment on my blog, i really appreciate :)

these pics of you are lovely! love love love those pants! they would be great for summer!

jos xx

Ria Stein said...

I like all those ways, but I think the first one's my favorite ;) http://www.indie-and-fashion.blogspot.com/

Shea Lennon said...

Those pants are so cute and they look so comfortable too! I love the different ways you've styled them, especially the "preppy" look!

Sophie said...

My favourite is the third outfit (:

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jess said...

Great looks!

Dear Girl Wallflower said...

I love the 3rd one the best!! It is more of my style and it's indeed very accurate "relaxed", something i would wear too on a holiday at home, the scarf added more attention to it as well!...how old is Princess Sparkles?

Style, She Wrote said...

Love the striped top! Perfect year long. xo style, she wrote

LikeSpinningPlates said...

ooo these are so pretty! So light and fun for summer. I love anything nautical. All of these pairings are great. My favorite is with the pink striped top!

Anonymous said...

Wow, wonderful, perfect!!

Jess said...

Love those sailor pants! They look super comfy and stylish!

Mallory In New York said...

Hi Claire!

Thanks so much for checking out my blog!!

This looks great- I always have issues trying to wear wide-legged/ loose pants. They look beyond awkward on me & I struggle to find new ideas of what to pair it with. i really love what you've done with them- they're such a unique silhouette and color, but you've managed to give them a different look with each outfit!! I especially love the last one. :)

I'm following & I'd love if you could follow back! :)

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The Glamour Guide said...

Oh my gosh, I love your blog! It's so charming! Thanks for these tips... I have a pair of pants just like those that I wasn't sure what to wear with!
I was hoping we could follow and friend each other! Thanks!
<3eimi
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Lacy@uphillandsmiling said...

cute, I like the "relaxed" one the best :)

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