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mixing stripes and plaid

Wednesday, January 27, 2016

how to start pattern mixing

mixing plaid with stripes

red boyfriend cardigan with a plaid blanket scarf

new ways to style a striped shirt

the alex and ani cross bracleet

what to wear with a red boyfriend cardigan

||Old Navy striped tee | similar black and white plaid blanket scarf | Articles of Society jeans | Alex and Ani cross wrap braceletinitial braceletfeather bracelet | similar booties | similar cardigan||

Ever since I started blogging, I have really enjoyed pattern mixing. It wasn't something I did much before I discovered blog-land haha. Now I really enjoy it! I think the easiest prints to mix are stripes with plaid. If you are new to pattern mixing, or just now trying to learn how to mix prints, I would definitely start there. Pick two pieces that are the same color scheme. Here, my two patterned pieces are both black and white which makes them really easy to pair together. I also think if you are new to pattern mixing, it's best to start small. Before you try to mix a striped top with a floral skirt (love this combination, by the way) go for a striped top and a patterned accessory. That way, you can ease into pattern mixing!  To see another way I've styled this scarf, head here. I wore this look on Saturday for a day of running errands and going out for Mexican food! I also spent my Saturday morning doing some online browsing of the new spring lines stores are coming out with.

I'm really looking forward to the weather getting a bit warmer so I can wear some of the spring trends. I've noticed the spring trends are most likely going to have lots of off-the-shoulder looks, which is great to pair with statement necklace! I updated my shop tab with my current favorite pieces. I keep this tab pretty updated, as it's where I keep track of what's on my list and when it goes on sale. If you check it out, it's pretty clear that I am loving bold prints, bright colors ,and off the shoulder pieces! What are you looking forward to for spring fashion?

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63 thoughts

  1. Such a pretty look! I love the red cardigan to tie it together! :)

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  2. I really like the mix and match look! http://maybemayhemmakeup.blogspot.com.au/

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  3. I love stripes and plaid together! So cute! And I love the pop of red with the cardigan, so fun! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  4. Pattern mixing is always a good idea!! Love the pop of red! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston

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  5. I love this look. So comfy and casual - have a great day!

    Christina :: Simple and Delish

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  6. love your outfit! so stylish and casual
    Irene
    www.thedailylace.com

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  7. This look is perfect for a casual winter day! I'm pretty novice at pattern mixing still, but I think I've got stripes and plaid down!

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  8. I love combining stripes with other patterns! This outfit is so adorable and the color of that cardigan is gorgeous!

    www.rosyoutlookblog.com

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  9. Love this look and the fun pop of color!

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  10. You and I BOTH are looking forward to some warmer weather! I'm in such a style rut right now because of the cold and basically trying to wear 10 layers at once!
    The Adored Life

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  11. wearing all my fav colors! i think stripes and plaid are so classic and you really can't go wrong. cute outfit!

    xoxo cheshire kat

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  12. Hey Darcey!
    I hope you remember me from a year ago.. I used to go by the name "Selina Kyle" or "MissKnowItAll" anyway, I must say I love how your dressing sense is evolved. I especially love the cardigan that you're wearing, it compliments you so well.


    La Belle Dame

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  13. Love those jeans! You look so cute and cozy, even though it's probably cold outside-haha

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  14. I love the scarf! Also, I am totally going to check out those jeans, I really like them!

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  15. One of my favorite combos, so obviously I love this outfit! Haha. You look super cute too!! :-)

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  16. I love stripes and plaid together! Great outfit!

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  17. The black + red + white colors are so pretty together and your bracelet is gorgeous, too. I am excited about getting into some spring fashion SOON!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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  18. I am so in love with patterns on patterns! Plain blanket scarfs with a striped shirt are my absolutely favorite right now! Especially when mixing different colors together! Loved the outfit choice!
    Kate::A Little NW Charm

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  19. I'm terrible at pattern mixing!! I think that's why I don't do outfit posts! lol =P

    You got it though!! I love the bold plaid w/ the small stripes!! Love the colors you choose too! =)

    Melanie | Blog: Toots + Dill

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  20. I used to get so freaked out about how things looked together. At this point in my life, if I like it together I just wear it. Love the combo on you!

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  21. Yes, yes and yes!!! I love red, black and white!! So classic but packs a great color pop punch!! You look incredible!!!

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  22. Always a fan of some good pattern mixing!

    xo Mary-Katherine | Gold-Hatted Lover

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  23. I love the pop of the red cardigan! Super cute!

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  24. I was scared to mix patterns for fear of not matching for longest time, but now I love it. I have the same tee from Old Navy and I wear it with everything!

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  25. I love the idea of easing into the mixing of the patterns with smaller patterned pieces. I love how you have the different stripes in this look!

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  26. These are my two favorite patterns to mix together, and I never thought to mix patterns either until blog-land <3
    Green Fashionista

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  27. You are rocking the plaid & stripes; it makes for such a stunning, cool combination. It's always good to start small as far as trying new things, mixing patterns, etc. :]

    // ▲ itsCarmen.com ▲

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  28. Mixing stripes is one of my favorite ways to pattern mix. This looks great on you! A scarf is the perfect way to do it with your top.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  29. I'm pretty much only comfortable pattern mixing with stripes, but I love them with pretty much everything! They're great with plaid, leopard, or florals which are some of my favorites.

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  30. Too cute! In love with stripes and plaid combo!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

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  31. I didn't start pattern mixing until I started blogging either and I love it now! Such a cute combination of plaid and stripes!

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  32. I'm looking forward to wearing non-maternity clothes again! I love the cardigan you picked--the red makes the outfit pop and also pulls it all together.

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  33. I love the pattern mixing and the pop of red from the cardigan really ties it all together!!
    Charlene The Frugal Fashionista

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  34. I love the plaid scarf paired with the strip top- cute!

    xx,
    Amanda || www.fortheloveofglitter.com

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  35. It feels so wrong to mix stripes and plaids. It bugs me when my husband mixes prints when dressing my little guy. I like the outfit if you toss the plaid. LOL

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  36. You are so good at pattern mixing and you do it so flawlessly. When I mix patterns sometimes, I realize halfway through the day that I'm severely clashing and by then it's too late because I wore the outfit out into the day haha. I need your help! xx adaatude.com

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  37. I love your outfit! I feel like it's simple and not clashing at all. I'd be afraid I'd clash a lot with my patterns. I usually do wear stripes with plaid, but I feel like it looks silly.

    liz @ j for joiner

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  38. Love the combination of prints and adore the touch of red

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  39. yessss that scarf is perfection! love how you styled it.
    elle
    Southern Elle Style

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  40. What a cute outfit - I love how you brought everything together with that cardigan!

    x. Sabrina | Simply Sabrina

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  41. You look so pretty! Awesome OOTD!

    xo
    http://thepinkporcelaindoll.blogspot.it

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  42. You are adorable! I love pattern mixing, and thus mix is so cute!

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  43. You are the best at pattern mixing! I need to take a page out of your book on how to do it :) Have a great weekend!

    Shauna

    www.lipglossandlace.net

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  44. You are the best at pattern mixing! I need to take a page out of your book on how to do it :) Have a great weekend!

    Shauna

    www.lipglossandlace.net

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  45. Can't go wrong with stripes & plaid, super cute look!!
    Marta
    www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com

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  46. Looking great hon, I love the red and plaid together, nice combo.
    http://artadorned.com/

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  47. Love this combo! Stripes, plaid and red makes for a fab look!
    xx, Bri || www.Neutral2Neon.com

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  48. Nice print mixing! :) My favourite part of your outfit though is the red cardigan, such a nice way to add some colour :)

    Away From The Blue Blog

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  49. great combo!! love the scarf!

    Have a great weekend!
    Animated Confessions

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  50. Everything about this I just love! I'm pinning this so I can recreate it myself. Stripes + plaid are two of my favorite patterns to mix!
    Shea | www.shealennon.com

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  51. I love this outfit so much! Red, black and white is probably one of my favorite color combos. Thanks for posting the Old Navy striped Tee.. I now want one in each color!

    theritzyglitzy.com

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  52. This is a casual look that I need to replicate! You look so nice and put together. Also love the color combo. So pretty!

    Cameron Proffitt

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  53. Cute!!! Loving how you mixed these patterns!

    Sportsanista

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  54. Darcy, I'm looking forward to the Spring too :-) ♡

    I love print too... the plaid and stripe does look really nice together xox

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  55. That little bit of red truly lives up your outfit. Such great combination of colors and layers.
    Http://redreticule.com

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  56. So cute! This is definitely a go-to look for me! Cardi, scarf, striped shirt and jeans!
    You look adorable!
    xo
    Carrie
    CS Gems

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  57. I love this look on you!!! Fabulous as always!!

    xoxo
    Brooke
    InaWorldofBees

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