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| A mix of 2 floral prints of the same color |
If you have been following my posts on color, I think the same levels of difficulty apply to pattern. Go to my "Color and Pattern" pages for examples which I group into 3:
- Easiest~same color, same pattern group
- Harder~different colors, same pattern or vice-versa
- Most difficult~different colors, different patterns
In some ways, its harder for us baby-boomers to mix patterns. I mean, we were brought up not to mix polka-dots and stripes. AND we can look a little crazy at our age.
So I won't double-dare you this week to go out of your comfort zone and do a most difficult pattern mix-up. But maybe you can just think about it???
Oh, and for any of you that emailed me photos, please resend them as I lost all my email from last week. Again, my email address link is here: email.
Hi to Patti and all over at Visible Monday!
Oh, and for any of you that emailed me photos, please resend them as I lost all my email from last week. Again, my email address link is here: email.
Hi to Patti and all over at Visible Monday!
You look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteKim,USA
Thanks Kim and I am a new follower on your site!
DeleteYou look so pretty in this photo, Paula...and I agree with all of your points. Thanks for all the advice for those of us who need it!
ReplyDelete.I'm no expert tho Pam! these were all trial and error and still learning. just IMHO
DeleteYou're so right about having to shake off our early training, Paula. We were told not to wear black with navy, for heaven's sake! : > Thanks for sharing with Visible Monday.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great jacket!
ReplyDeleteI have a difficult time mixing patterns. Usually one pattern piece with solids to compliment...
I'm thinking....
I have to admit, its not easy. And I tire of it from time to time. but it does extend your wardrobe!
DeleteYou're tiny so this short printed jacket looks very cute on you. I have to be careful with patterns. I thrifted one patterned blazer, but that didn't work out so well and I had to re-donate it. I'm so glad those old rules are being lifted from us baby boomers though.
ReplyDeleteDont give up yet though! Prints are very subjective. I stay away from florals now--graphic prints are less trouble!
DeleteI'm all for no rules!
You look lovely!
ReplyDeleteLoved the way you mixed these two patterns. That jacket is so pretty.
ReplyDeleteHi Paula!
ReplyDeleteMy mom was daring , i was brought up in a rebellious household !
So mixing and being crazy is a must for me, well you already know right?
Love it!
DeleteLove your jacket!!
ReplyDeleteFunny thing I have no fear of pattern mixing--guess it comes from art school background and making quilts.
In fact-- I'm pattern mixing today--black pinstripe trousers, dark orange T and a jacket that looks like it has multi-color fireworks or asters all over it!
Meno~I can relate---I have the art school and quilt background too, and even though I wasnt afraid, there were a lot of pattern mixes I JUST DIDNT LIKE! and it wasnt in style until recently too!
DeleteThanks for the visit. I am following too! ^_^
ReplyDeleteKim, USA
Thanks Kim!
Deletebeautiful ensemble :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun outfit! I've had fun mixing prints with a common color theme, but haven't dared to mix patterns AND colors. Thanks for the inspiration!!
ReplyDeleteHey if nothing else, it'll extend your wardrobe!
DeleteGreat mix of pattern!
ReplyDeleteI think that outfit looks fantastic. Mixing patterns is definitely challenging but you do it so well!
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I love the blouse peeking out from the jacket. Beautiful colors.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog, I think the coat is made of wool :)
ReplyDeleteAn astute post, as usual. Flipping through a "Lucky" magazine this month, I was taken aback at the complete dominance mixed patterns had for spring. Not just mixed patterns, but layer and layers of them. I don't try it often, but the first step is thinking about it. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteOMG my most favorite Lucky eva!!! Loved all the color and the pattern...I feel a Lucky post coming on!
DeleteTry it its fun!
Paula! nice to meet you! i'm you newest follower. i found you via Patti's post featuring your link. i love finding more and more fashionistas that are closer to my age. i made a big deal over at Patti's regarding that silly survey someone did. LOL.
ReplyDeletei focus on fashion via thrifting and how it works for me. come see? thank you.
Renae am stopping by right now!
Deleteoh good grief, why can't i type you and your correctly when i type them. sheeeeshey
ReplyDeletelol no worries!
DeleteI'm so happy that you are back to inspire with color and pattern mixing. I need the seeds to be planted! Toss those early rules out the door. The jacket and your smile are radiant!
ReplyDeleteThanks Judith and something you do as well!
Deletenice suit jacket! :)
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Hi! Nice to discover your blog. I'm a boomer too and love to read and blog about fashion...come visit me! I like your style and your philosophy!
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