Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Keeping It Casual - 4 (Link Up)

F21 sweater, blouse, earrings, and bangles, LOFT jeans, Steve Madden clutch, Shoedazzle heels (here), sunglasses (here)

I can't say that we have too many cold days in the South but it was bone-chilling cold the day we took these pictures. What made it worse was the constant wind. I think this was the fastest we have ever taken pictures. So I have respect for all of you up North who have made it through the winter looking fabulous!!



This blouse has been sitting in my closet for several months now and I have only worn it once. I try and wear things in my closet more than once. It just seems like a waste to not have at least three or four different ways to wear something. Of course, this sweater was hanging a mere two feet away from it for all this time and I finally noticed that it would be perfect. Do you ever do that? I've actually put together a few outfits lately with pieces that have been hanging in my closet for ages. Why does it take me so long to figure out that they go together?

I realize that heels may not be considered 'casual' but this is a laid-back look for me. And since I'm officially obsessed with these shoes, I thought I would wear them yet again. If you don't have any white heels yet, now is the time to get some! I love mine but I wouldn't mind having these as well...

Don't forget to vote for me in the Wallis Ambassador Contest here. Thanks a million! 

And don't forget to enter the Poppy Boutique giveaway here.

Linking up with Shanna at Because Shanna Said So for Random Wednesdays.

Have a great day!




51 comments:

  1. I LOVE that chevron print blouse!! And that mustard clutch is a great color to mix with the blues...something I wouldn't have thought to pair together. Thanks once again for hosting; I'm happy to be joining in for another week! :)

    Lindsey
    High Heels and Training Wheels

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  2. Beautiful colours, I really love the mint green.
    Ok, now I am thinking of white heels as well ;-)

    Annette
    Lady of Style

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  3. Love your cateye sunnies - I think they're one of the best things in fashion lately. And your layered look is so chic and sophisticated.

    If you have a moment, hope you can check out my site and leave your thoughts. Thank you!

    www.fashchronicles.blogspot.com

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  4. You look so pretty in that mint sweater and I just love that chevron top!

    XO
    Pearls & Paws

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  5. Love the chevron print top! White heels are so "in" this season- I need a pair!

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  6. I love the pattern of the shirt underneath, you look so pretty.


    xo
    http://pinksole.com

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  7. I do the exact same thing, sometimes I buy something and don't wear it for months and then it's like a light bulb goes off and I can style it 100 different ways. I love that blouse paired with the sweater it's as if they were made for each other!

    http://simpleeasystyle.blogspot.com/

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  8. You look so beautiful. I love the chevron shirt under the sweater. Such pretty colors!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  9. I do that all the time! Like why have I never put these things together before?! Love the combo you did here!

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  10. That chevron print looks gorgeous with the mint sweater! And taking blog photos in the cold is THE worst!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  11. I love that blouse and it does go perfectly with that sweater! Gorgeous look. I definitely do the same thing... leave pieces in my closet because I only wear them one way and can't find a way to remix it. I am in the process of spring cleaning my closet so I'm hoping inspiration strikes when I find great pieces that have been neglected.

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  12. This is smart & chic layering Amy....it's always best to mix & match within our closets!!!

    Rebecca
    www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  13. Such a chic and stylish outfit. I love your sunglasses. xx

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  14. Love that blouse! And I love it when an outfit finally jumps out at you :)

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  15. I love this Amy! That top is to die for! You look great and thanks for the link up!
    Ginny
    mynewfavoriteoutfit.blogspot.com

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  16. Love this blouse, the colors are so pretty!

    Rachel’s Lookbook

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  17. looove that chevron top, it's so perfect with that sweater! the colors are beautiful.
    xoamy
    www.cupcakesncouture.com

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  18. This is a gorgeous casual outfit, Amy! I love the chevron blouse peeking from under the sweater: it's the sweetest touch! You look fantastic!

    xx Ivana

    Macarons and Pearls

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  19. Love the layering going on here! xo, Julie
    www.fromproseccotoplaid.com

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  20. LOVE the colors in this outfit Amy! And the chevron peeking out is SO cute :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  21. the chevrons are soooo great, but i think your subtle, perfectly picked jewelry is really what makes the outfit!

    <3becky
    www.loosefromthezoo.com

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  22. I love the idea of wearing a longer patterned top under a shorter sweater- sometimes if its a little short you can't wear it alone. Wearing them together just makes sense!
    love, Morgme
    lovemorgme.blogspot.ca

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  23. I love this! The blouse is great and I love it peeking out from under the sweater!

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  24. Amazing outfit! Love the details and color combination, nice job styling!
    Kisses from Miami,
    Borka
    www.chicfashionworld.com

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  25. Loving the chevrons and mint!!!!

    xoxo,
    Andrea

    www.andreaeveryday.com

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  26. Loving these color combos. You styled yourself so well!

    xox Lara www.weheartbeautyblog.com

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  27. You are ROCKING those heels...keep wearing them!! And I agree, I don't know how people up North do it...it is in the 50s here today and I am FREEZING!!

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  28. Love the mint and navy paired together. The chevron print is pretty too.

    Mo
    Who is that girl Mo?

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  29. Love this look Amy ~ the chevron makes it so fun and the sunnies + earrings make it look so polished! I will link up as soon as I leave work {it's blocked on my school servers lol}.

    http://classroomcouture.blogspot.com

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  30. Loving that mustard clutch!

    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

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  31. I love that blouse! Mint and navy is one of my very favorite combinations. And I love that it is chevron. And I do not like the cold weather either. If I lived somewhere cold, I would be living in a snowsuit and be like the little brother on A Christmas Story ("I can't put my arms down!") I'm ready for spring to come and stay!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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  32. Linked up! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  33. I am in love with that blouse!! I want to own it! those colors are so pretty together!!

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  34. Love the blouse and jumper.
    Great outfit.
    x Kirsty
    http://geelongfashionista.wordpress.com

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  35. love the outfit! that blouse underneath is so cute with the chevron print

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  36. Love that blouse! I have a similar one in black and white!!

    xo,
    Sincerely Miss Ash

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  37. I love blue and mint together! I know how you feel about the cold being from the South myself. I consider anything under 70 to be freezing lol

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  38. You should definitely wear that blouse more...I love it. But I can see how you would have to take some breaks since it's such a bold print. But it looks great!

    Jill
    Classy with a Kick

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  39. I love the chevron blouse and the mix of prints is so pretty!! xx

    elle [wonderfelle world]

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  40. That happens to me all the time- I buy something and only do I end up wearing it weeks later after I finally figure out the perfect pieces that go with it!

    Lovely post and i also just entered your Poppy Boutique giveaway :)

    -Terry
    terrydunakim.blogpost.com
    Love Me to Pieces

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  41. perfect layering and i'm totally ordering those sunnies, so cute!

    ~Chioma
    C's Evolution of Style

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  42. Amazing colors! I love this! And that clutch is so glam! Love it!

    xo, Kenya

    www.kenyaldesigns.com

    Kenya L Fashion Blog

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  43. i love the pattern and colors on your blouse!! and your sunglasses are amazing.

    xo,
    Angela
    headtotoechicblog.com

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  44. I hate it when I only wear something once - feels like such a waste! Glad you've found a new way to style the top, and I hope you find many more!
    Chic on the Cheap

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  45. Amy! That chevron top and this look is spot on! Beautiful girl! Voted for you again in Wallis Contest!

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  46. Only worn this once?! Definitely need to get more action out of it. Can see it being really cute with a pair of denim cut offs or white chino shorts, maybe? Love it layered with the sweater so you only get a peek of the blouse. Pretty!!

    alyson
    http://www.theaveragegirlsguide.com

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