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Sunday, April 29, 2012

Pattern Mixing - Gingham and Florals

"Stone nuts!"
Pigtails said as she pointed to something on the table.
Camouflage and I looked at each other, "what?"
"She wants those stones,"
Princess Sparkles said as she pointed to the scones sitting on the table.
Good thing someone (sorta) speaks "Pigtails."

GINGHAM SHIRT - Old Navy
NAVY NURSING TANK - Motherhood Maternity
FLORAL SKIRT - H&M (swapped)
PINK WEDGE HEELS - Seychelles

Monday's Inspiration - Emma Watson

This is the outfit I wore last week.  I was excited to wear something "springy."  Then it rained.  And I ended up changing into jeans and a sweatshirt (ssshhhh).  After seeing my blog friend Gracey mix patterns, I was inspired to wear gingham with floral.  The shirt is from last year's Old Navy clearance, and the skirt is something I got from my friend, Gingham, during a clothing swap!  I added the pink shoes because I love the color with navy.

Pigtails and Princess Sparkles eat "stone nuts."
Pattern mixing is like speaking a foreign language.  Sometimes it feels a little unnatural.  If only I had a "fashion translator" to guide me!





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38 comments:

  1. TeddiApril 29, 2012 at 2:59 PM

    i feel sorta bad when i have to ask someone to decipher what their child said, because i don't understand them. hooray for your translator. ;) claire, i want that skirt! i also like the pink color with the navy. rock on pattern mixer warrior!

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  2. The Suburb ExperimentApril 29, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    I like that you paired the pink shoes with the rest of the outfit. It adds that little extra. :)

    Jenn
    The Suburb Experiment

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  3. Amy's Fashion BlogApril 29, 2012 at 6:24 PM

    Such a cute look.

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  4. RebeccaApril 29, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    I think every oldest child learns to translate "sibling" like that/ That gingham shirt is really cute.

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  5. AnonymousApril 29, 2012 at 8:02 PM

    I like the gingham with the print and Princess Sparkles one-legged pose!

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  6. just meApril 29, 2012 at 10:17 PM

    i like when the kids are fashionable as they mums :))))

    http://excurlythoughts.blogspot.com/

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  7. my thrifty closetApril 30, 2012 at 12:17 AM

    you did a fabulous job with the pattern mixing. You scored with the colors and I love the floral skirt and gingham shirt, so adorable! Looks great with pink shoes too. Stone nuts is too cute! Haha...Pigtails look lovely in her dress!

    mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  8. MaikenApril 30, 2012 at 3:50 AM

    you rocked that outfit! such a beautiful pattern when it comes to the skirt and gosh, how gorgeous are those pink shoes! LOVE those :P

    Maiken
    Maikeni blogi - part of me

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  9. Hena TayebApril 30, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    You looks great.. striking a pose!
    And the pink shoes really make the outfit pop..

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  10. two birdsApril 30, 2012 at 7:40 AM

    i think these patterns work great together, especially with the pop of those amazing pink shoes!

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  11. TestApril 30, 2012 at 9:48 AM

    that is a great mix... i often do florals with stripes or polka dots

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  12. TiffanyApril 30, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    This is the 2nd gingham and floral look I've seen today... I love it!

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  13. rlutzApril 30, 2012 at 2:59 PM

    Such a great spring skirt...love you you paired it with the gingham shirt with the fun ruffly detail. Jack sometimes has to translate what Alex is trying to say too...i always feel so bad!

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  14. KimberlyApril 30, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    Love the skirt! ;)
    Really like the pink shoes too.
    Sometimes I don't think I would be able to understand Beckett at all if I didn't have Violet around to translate...
    :)

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  15. KezzieApril 30, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    Good job with the clashes Claire! You look great! Love the pop of colour with the pink shoes!
    You look so pretty as you always do! A lovely skirt! I made so little effort this week, it was like, "Er, shove a floral skirt on!!" and the annoying thing is that I had really suitable items SOMEWHERE in my house!!

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  16. mommy Orkid BelleApril 30, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    Awe! It is always so precious to see both of you. The little one is working it out. :)Looking good!

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  17. PattiApril 30, 2012 at 6:03 PM

    You nailed it with the pattern mixing, Claire! ......I love this whole look, The two Princesses are precious as ever : >

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  18. UnknownApril 30, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    I love pattern mixing- it's such a fun way to spruce up an ensemble and yours looks fab (especially love the bright pink shoes!) That first pic is one for the books- adorable!

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  19. WhitneyApril 30, 2012 at 9:52 PM

    love the pattern mixing! adorable outfits!

    whitney
    whitwatwear

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  20. Selvaggia CapizziApril 30, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    Oh claire they both grew up a lot! They are adorable and I looove your skirt!

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  21. Maria FlickaMay 1, 2012 at 12:43 AM

    GOSH....your daughters become each day more adorable and cute :)
    Like mother like daughters ;)
    Looooove your skirt :)
    Thanl you so much for stopping by<3

    Have a great week!

    x♥x♥

    "Dicas de saúde, beleza, e exercício físico"



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  22. FASHION TALESMay 1, 2012 at 11:13 AM

    Hiya dear thanks much for your comment on the blog. I love the way you mixed your prints for this look. really lovely outfit Claire! -xo Enjoy your Monday.
    ~Madison

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  23. UnknownMay 1, 2012 at 11:17 AM

    you look wonderful! love your floral skirt so much:) thank you so much for visit me:) maybe you want to follow each other:)?

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  24. Gracey the GiantMay 1, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    You look fabulous! I'm glad I could inspire such a great look; you mixed these patterns like a pro.

    Also, I'm a fan of stone nuts myself. ;-)

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  25. Closet FashionistaMay 1, 2012 at 1:26 PM

    Yayyy for Emma Watson inspiration! :D
    I love your skirt, the print is awesome :D
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  26. Shea LennonMay 1, 2012 at 3:21 PM

    I think this pattern mix is spot on. I'm going to have to give mixing floral and gingham a try too!

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  27. Style, She WroteMay 2, 2012 at 5:08 AM

    Great outfit and beautiful picture of your babies! xo style, she wrote

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  28. KelleyJohnson07May 2, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    Silly rain messing up your cute outfit! Haha, I love that your daughters can interpret for each other, that's awesome!

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  29. Sandra LeivaMay 2, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    Nice outfit! <3

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  30. Megan, TfDiaries.comMay 2, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    loooove those shoes!

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  31. AnneMay 2, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    You look great! I love a bit of pattern mix! Fab shoes also:)
    ~Anne

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  32. Elegance and MommyhoodMay 2, 2012 at 10:41 AM

    Claire, you are so talented at mixing and matching different fabrics, patterns and prints. It looks so unique and so you. =)

    I only found your blog a while ago and started following you. I just started reading from the very beggining and I love what I see. You have great taste. Also what a cute little girls you got! They are adorable. These are some of the reasons why I awarded you with THE VERSATILE BLOGGER AWARD. You deserve it.

    I am pretty new to blogging so I could use all of your support. So stop by your page and start following me. You've got a fan in me. =)

    http://elegancepersonification.blogspot.com/2012/05/wonderful-wednesday-and-versatile-blow.html#comment-form\

    Take Care, Ada. =)

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  33. oomph.May 2, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    this is fun! i love the print of the skirt, and it's nice that the pieces all have a navy base.

    and, my sister rarely goes on trips. they go to minnesota every other year to spend christmas with her boyfriend's family. this last trip to cali was a school trip for her daughter!

    [oomph.]

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  34. Style Me B.A.DMay 2, 2012 at 7:51 PM

    Cuteeee! Love the shoes!

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  35. Mary AnnMay 2, 2012 at 9:42 PM

    I love the purple shoes - you're rockin' this outfit (and your girls are too cute!). Greetings from Atlanta. ;-)

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  36. Roma is LoveMay 3, 2012 at 9:27 AM

    I won't be suprised if Pigtails become your fashion translator in the future! The girl likes to pose just like her mommy! :)

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  37. BonBon Rose Girls KristinMay 6, 2012 at 10:02 PM

    Such fun print mixing!

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  38. AnonymousMay 10, 2012 at 8:21 AM

    Pattern mixing is fun, it just takes lots of practice. I think you did a great job though mixing two great prints together.

    I always hate when an outfit comes together then the weather ruins it!

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