Pattern Mixing Perfection

Pattern Mixing Perfection

This is probably the ultimate outfit from my pattern mixing repertoire.

I feel I can’t get more co-ordinated than this (if pattern mixing’s your thing, that is – I know it’s not to everyone’s taste)!

I’m surprised I’ve never paired this blazer and this skirt before, both of which I’ve worn a few times on the blog. (Blazer here and here, skirt here.) The colours were just perfect together, and with a few of my other favourite items thrown into the mix (platform suede heels, faux fur scarf, wide tan belt), I had the perfect not-too-cold winter’s day outfit. Though I’m now wondering if it’s a little too co-ordinated… I just don’t even realise I’m pattern mixing/clashing anymore – I just go for what I want to wear together.

I’ve realised how cold I look with my hunched shoulders in the third photo – by the time we got round to taking pictures the sun was going down and it was pretty chilly 😉

I do hope everyone’s well and not snuffly (like me) or otherwise – stay safe and warm folks!!

Faux fur scarf: H&M, Blazer: ASOS, Blue scarf: ASOS, Skirt: River Island, Heels: French Connection, Belt: ASOS, Tights: Tights.com, Bag: ASOS, Plaited hairband: eBay, Watch: ASOS, Cuff: Accessorize, Nails: No.7 Union Blue (old)

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36 Comments

  1. 21 February 2012 / 6:44 pm

    You are by far one of my favorite pattern mixers. You do it incredibly well! I love the polka dots with chevron. The color palette is incredible, too. I will take some lessons from you.

    Van@ The Clothes We Wear

  2. 11 February 2012 / 3:37 pm

    You're utterly gorgeous and I am so impressed by your eclectic dress sense. x Kat

  3. 11 February 2012 / 4:06 am

    Hi! I found you through Refinery29 Blogger contest! You have a very unique style and amazing sense of colour! My vote is on u! I'm your new follower too, hope we can follow each other! xx
    Romiya Fashion Inspiration Blog

  4. tammy Silverstyle
    8 February 2012 / 12:32 pm

    Perfect! 'nuff said!

  5. Terri
    8 February 2012 / 4:06 am

    The skirt is truly wonderful! I like the pic where the wind has caught it a bit.

  6. 7 February 2012 / 4:58 pm

    i have been eyeing this skirt up for ages!!!! your style is amazing as always hun.. so frickin' good!!! 😀

  7. 7 February 2012 / 4:29 pm

    Hi Catherine, it's so nice to meet you! Thank you so much for stopping by and for your sweet comment! I am definitely following, too– PS this outfit is perfection! LOVE.

    xoxoxo
    Remy
    http://www.mydailythreads.blogspot.com

    • 7 February 2012 / 8:11 pm

      Aw Remy, thanks so much for coming by, so nice to have you as a follower! Hope to see you again :)))

      Catherine x

  8. 7 February 2012 / 3:55 pm

    You need to be featured in Vogue for this one…crazy good! Dawn Suitcase Vignettes xo love those shoes!!!

  9. 7 February 2012 / 2:14 pm

    Sorry you're still snuffly, Catherine! You look fabulous, and you're right – these colors are perfection! together. And the shoes . . . . yum.

    • 7 February 2012 / 3:13 pm

      Aww thanks lovely Patti… can't believe I got another cold after having one before Xmas (I *never* get ill)! Should be mostly back to normal tomorrow 😉 C xoxo

    • 7 February 2012 / 3:10 pm

      Ohh thanks Aminta, I will have a think about it… and thank you for your lovely comment! Catherine x

  10. 7 February 2012 / 12:55 pm

    Love your skirt and coat! Great look . I am following you 🙂 Check my blog and if you like it, you are welcome to do the same! Kisses <3<3

  11. 7 February 2012 / 10:48 am

    Absolute perfection, my dear Catherine, ahhhhhhhh. Such a joy when I see your posts.
    I love the second pic from the top, ahhhhhh that smile is fantastic.
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