This week’s #iwillwearwhatilike theme is florals – yesterday was the Spring Equinox for the northern hemisphere so it seemed only fitting to welcome in spring this way!
I’m wearing a slightly different styled version of the same mixed florals outfit I wore to welcome in spring last year. The same floral top and floral leggings have been paired with my longline blazer and the same coral heels I wore with my ‘Neapolitan ice cream’ outfit a couple of weeks ago, and I like how the muted camel colour of the blazer tones down the loudness of the florals somewhat. Though I did stay true to my colourful style and added those bright heels… You can’t keep a colour addict completely tied down!
I DID STAY TRUE TO MY COLOURFUL STYLE AND ADDED THOSE BRIGHT HEELS… YOU CAN’T KEEP A COLOUR ADDICT COMPLETELY TIED DOWN
I’m always aware that pattern mixing does scare a lot of people, and while I wouldn’t necessarily recommend going all out to begin with by wearing a top and trousers in two wildly different patterns, but wearing two versions of the same pattern in different (but coordinating) colourways does work. Though you don’t have to go for co-ords from the same brand if you don’t want to – try a pair of patterned trousers with a dark background and team them with a patterned top with a light background. Simply make sure at least one, preferably two, colours in both patterns match and you’ll find they harmonise beautifully.
I always believe spring and summer is the time to be braver – and get bolder.
Don’t forget to add your outfits to this week’s link up: Scroll down for all the details, I look forward to seeing what you link up!
ARE YOU BEING BOLDER WITH YOUR CHOICES THIS YEAR? WHAT CHANGES ARE YOU MAKING TO YOUR WARDROBE TO BE MORE DARING? COMMENT BELOW, OR TAKE IT TO TWITTER @NOTLAMB!
George at Asda leggings SS15 c/o (love these blue floral print trousers) | George at Asda top SS15 c/o (this floral shell top would work beautifully with the trousers I suggested) | ASOS blazer (I like this taupe lightweight long coat) | ASOS heels (I like these peach pointed high heels) | Yosa ‘The Catherine’ bag c/o | ASOS oversized round sunglasses | Maybelline Superstay nail polish ‘Modern in Mauve’
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Thank you for joining the #iwillwearwhatilike link up! This started as a campaign on Instagram in August 2015 where women over 30 wore everything on a journalist’s list of “inappropriate” items for 30+ women (including leopard print, short dresses and oversized sunglasses. Yes, really). It was so popular that I decided to carry it on weekly where women of all ages link up their fabulous style, never mind what anyone tells them not to wear!
So link up all your fabulous outfits (or shoes, accessories, make-up, etc.) every Monday at 3pm UK time – it’ll stay open for a week. Whilst the original article was of course aimed at the 30+, you can be ANY age to link up. The only criteria is that you’re wearing whatever you damn well like!
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THE OPTIONAL THEME FOR 28 MARCH IS ANYTHING GOES
(because it’s Easter Monday)
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I love, love, love those pants! And paired with the floral top they are a dream. Your print mixing skills are definitely at the pro level!
Debbie
http://www.fashionfairydust.com
What a cute and clever outfit. You're obviously in the advanced fashion class. Pattern-mixing is beyond my ken.
You look amazing Catherine, those pants are super cool and love how you styled them, so classy yet fun ! Totally gorgeous. Kisses
Fashion and Cookies – fashion & beauty blog
I simply HAD to wait until Wednesday to join this linkup, dearest Catherine…because today's the day my own blog post is featuring what's probably my boldest floral combination yet!! 🙂 And I'm totally crediting your sartorial creativity for – little by little – pushing me out of my neutrals comfort zone; after all, who wouldn't be inspired by this wonderfully cheerful top and leggings ensemble of yours?! Loving those pretty pink pumps, too…and the little caramel-coloured bag is delish!! XOXO
http://www.StyleIsMyPudding.com
Bright and beautiful! Spring is the best, isn't it? xox
-Patti
http://notdeadyetstyle.com
I love florals!
Thank you so much for featuring me, I am honored. I always get bolder towards spring and summer, bye bye to the boring boots and hello to my crazy heels (as one example) 🙂
Thanks for the feature Catherine. Lovely outfit that I will totally wear. Enjoy the rest of your week. xo
I love your high heels !
Steffi
Really like the way you are mixing bold prints with calm camel coat and bag. That is the way I would love wearing it too! Thanks for hosting Catherine! And thank you so much again for the advice. Really helped! xxxx Sabina
I love this post Catherine – had to laugh as we had exactly the same idea at the same time as Sunday morning I also published a floral dress post – smile.
Wishing you loads of fun with your floral prints and adoring the pink shoes…
XX Yvonne
http://www.funkyforty.com
You're a vision in mixed florals – Have a wonderful week!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
Yes to florals! Mine are smaller and more delicate, but I love them all!
Love the mix of florals and those heels are amazing!!
Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
I would never have thought of mixing patterns like this but it so works!
Beautiful x
I just love the colours and print combined in this outfit! The shoes look stunning with this look and I love that they aren't a predictable choice. Amazing styling as ever dear Catherine 🙂
Take care,
Daniella xox
I love the mixing of floral prints and pattern, they work really well together complimenting and contrasting each other.
xo Sheree
http://poshclassymom.com
IG: @poshclassymom
I love this prints, pastel and beautiful and they look like they were meant to be together, the bright neon flats add another color mix and I am a big fan of colored flats. Great breakup withe nthe neutral trench. Lovely! ( i am at pattern mixing 101 tomorrow…)
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Wow, we're on the same wavelength .. I just did some pics with a floral print mix, but it doesn't look as fab as your combo! You did this pattern mixing perfectly! Thanks for the link up, Dear!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.blogspot.com
So, so gorgeous Catherine. I've been clashing prints like crazy over the last few months-I have a clashy post ready to go live on Friday-it was meant to be live last Friday but you know, a night with Hugh Jackman and things got messy-hahah (a night stood next to him I should add)! Love this whole look and those heels *swoon x
Ohhhhhh you and your Hugh Jackman gallivanting, Vicki… I'm not envious at all. AT ALL!!!!! hehe 😉 Seriously, thank you my lovely, you're a sweetheart, if a bit of a jammy one!! x
I think the balance between your chosen prints is perfect Catherine, but that's not surprising for a fashion icon like you. I love that you chose those gorgeous coral shoes again – they're adorable (sorry if I'm repeating myself!)
I must admit I've found that since I started my own blog I've become bolder in my dressing. Am I guilty of playing to the gallery, perhaps? Maybe. I'd like to think that there's an audience out there who appreciate a over 50 fashion blogger who loves colour and print which helps me justify having fun dressing up.
Anna
Anna's Island Style
Anna
Oh bless you Anna – hardly a fashion icon but I'll take it graciously, thank you!!!! I definitely think having a blog influences your style, that's for sure… So few people see my outfits IRL but then I think about how many people see them online and it's a bit mind-boggling!! x
I love the pattern mix in your outfit. As far as I'm concerned, florals are the new neutral and should be matched with other prints. Your look fits in with my Powers the Flower link-up. Would you consider adding your post to it?
http://www.finewhateverblog.com
Florals, a great theme for the spring equinox; I like the look you've chosen to celebrate it. Thanks for the linkup.
This double floral look is outstanding! I like the eclectic punch that mixing them up adds to usually-sweet florals. I saw it on Instagram and had to rush over to see more photos of it. Love love love. xx
Hehe to get you to like something florals is an achievement I'm super proud of, Lisa!!!! Thank you sweetie xx
Love the double florals and those candy sweet shoes.
Thanks for hosting.
bisous
Suzanne
Gorgeous mix of prints, and I especially like them paired with those fabulous pumps!
Pretty! You really make me want to buy some patterned pants! 🙂
WOW! You really suit oversized, round sunglasses. Whenever I've tried round glasses I either look like an owl, or a middle-aged female Harry Potter 🙂
Love the look, as usual!!
Michelle xx
http://www.theabarefacedchic.co.uk
Haha I'm sure you don't, Michelle!!!! I have to admit I thought I looked odd at first, but I think with anything different to what you're used to you eventually get used to it. You've got such beautiful bone structure I bet you'd look fabulous in them! Thank you hun xx
It is funny how springtime—the birth of a new season & greenery—brings about a different way of thinking! I'm definitely being bolder in my clothing choices, but I think most of it is because of bloggers like you! I see your wonderful outfits and think "i can do that"! Thanks for all the inspiration (and for the link up)! jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
I think springtime does that more than any other season, Jodie – it's probably because people are usually fed up with winter and want to celebrate its end!! And thank you, I'm glad to give you some inspo! x
Sooooooooooooooooooo very lovely and ready for spring, dear Catherine.
Tons of love and admiration
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MUAH thank you Sacramento my darling xxxx
Love the florals and your shoes Catherine! Thanks for linking up with me too; I would love to have you cohost again soon. = )
Aww Lauren thank you so much! We'll have to see if that's possible, not easy trying to fit everything in…!!
I like dresses with a floral pattern, but never wore a pants like that. I think it sreams Spring is coming! But not yet here in the Netherlands.Lol!
It isn't really spring here in the UK either, Nancy – not the temperatures anyway! I only really wore this outfit indoors, I had the jacket on inside because we just didn't warm up even with the fire on!! x
I have a pair of pants with a floral pattern and got brave last fall and paired them with a polka dot blouse. I ended up really liking the outfit and dabbled a bit more in pattern mixing here and there. Your do it SO well! I love everything about your outfit!
Andrea’s Wellness Notes
That outfit sounds lovely, Andrea – can't say I've teamed florals with polka dots with florals before but I must remember that for the future! Thank you sweetie x
That taupe coat is so lovely with the florals and with the bright shoes. Sigh. Now if we'd just get some warm weather.
Hehe yes, it definitely warm when we took these photos, Susan! Thank you my lovely x
Catherine I'm absolutely honored to be featured — monochrome is one of my favorite dressing techniques so I'm thrilled to have been featured for that week especially!
As for your fabulous outfit, where do I start? The beautiful 'Catherine' tan bag or the stunning floral-on-floral combination you're in? I love it all — so fresh and edgy for spring!
Xoxo,
Ashley || Sed Bona
Oh Ashley I'm so pleased – your lovely soft pinks outfit was a dream!! And thank you, really glad you like my outfit xx
I love the top and leggings, they are perfect partners! The camel coat is fab too! Hope you have a great week 🙂
Emma xxx
style-splash.com
Thanks so much Emma, you too! x
Catherine, I have always loved how brave you are with pattern and colour combinations and you just seem to make everything "work". I love your florals and as a fellow lover of bright shoes, I love those too. Florals form a significant part of my wardrobe and this link-up has definitely put me in the mood for spring! Thank you and much love xxx Liz, http://www.whatlizzyloves.com xxx
Oh bless you Liz, thank you!! I had a feeling you'd be all over the theme this week… I was right!! x
Lovely spring look. I just looked out of the window: a fresh coat of snow makes sure I won't expect to see any spring flowers quite yet…
Oh no, Tiina – here's wishing some warmer temperatures your way!! Thank you sweetie x