Hello lovelies!
Today I am guest blogging for Jordan of Opal & Violet while she heads off to begin a new chapter of life in New York City (SO jelly!). It was amazing to discover that this fabulous blogger lived in my town, and so blessed to have made a new friend! I am sad to see her move, but I am SUPER excited for the opportunities she will have in New York!
At first I thought about doing an outfit post like I do with most of my posts, but then I thought it would be fun to play around on Polyvore and create outfits around one of my favorite color trends for fall: mustard. This color has been cropping up the past couple of years in fashion, and this year it is a fall staple color!
So today, I wanted to bring you a few ways to wear mustard and what colors and patterns easily pair with it. When I was first introduced to my mustard skinny jeans, I had no clue what I was going to pair them with. And then I turned to the best resource the internet has to offer: Pinterest. I literally typed in “mustard skinny jeans” and was greeted with thousands of pins. Such a wonderful place for inspiration! To help other fashionistas out, I wanted to create three different outfits that would be easy to recreate for different environments or occasions. Hop on over to Jordan’s blog for the full details!
Outfit #1:
vest | similar button down here & here | similar denim | scarf | similar flats here, here, & here| similar handbag here & here
With the first outfit, I kept the colors to neutrals and played with patterns and textures. I am absolutely in love with this puffer vest from J.Crew Factory! Wear it over a striped button down for a casual yet sophisticated touch, and add some leopard for a fun pop of color (also considered a fall staple!). Btw, how AMAZING is this Kate Spade bag??? Too bad it’s sold out already….
Outfit #2:
similar top here & here | similar blazer | similar skirt | similar handbag | pumps | belt | necklace sold out
I decided to create an outfit that would be appropriate for a professional environment (and add in deeper colors). This rich plum color looks gorgeous next to the mustard pencil skirt, and it’s no wonder, because purple is on the opposite side of the color wheel from yellow ( meaning they are perfect complimentary colors). To keep the outfit from becoming too colorful for the workplace, cream and beige tones were added to soften the look.
Outfit #3:
similar blazer | similar plaid button down | denim | similar Tory Burch Riding Boots | scarf
In this last outfit I kept it casual for running errands or brunch with girlfriends. The blazer is a great piece for dressing up a denim outfit and adding a touch of sophistication. The mustard of the blazer matches the yellow threads running through the plaid button down, and the chestnut boots and cream scarf make this a cozy fall outfit. If you are looking for an affordable option (this blazer is over $300), Poshmark has quite a few listings from Zara and Forever 21. You can bet I will be trying to snag this plaid shirt from J.Crew Factory (sold out online) during the Labor Day sales!
Well, I hope that these outfits gave you some inspiration for how to add mustard into your wardrobe. This color is definitely one of my top favorite fall colors, and I am always looking for more ways to maximize my outfit pieces!
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Oh Whit these are fabulous!! Although I would wear outfit 1 or 3 the most, I am dying over the mustard and purple combo!!! Great job! Susan
Oh Whit these are fabulous!! Although I would wear outfit 1 or 3 the most, I am dying over the mustard and purple combo!!! Great job! Susan
So cute! I am loving the mustard for fall. I love all three outfits, but #3 might be my favorite. Love them!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
So cute! I am loving the mustard for fall. I love all three outfits, but #3 might be my favorite. Love them!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
I so want that divine leopard Kate Spade bag but at a price tag of over $900.00 I think I will be waiting for a similar style. 🙁
I so want that divine leopard Kate Spade bag but at a price tag of over $900.00 I think I will be waiting for a similar style. 🙁
I so want that divine leopard Kate Spade bag but at a price tag of over $900.00 I think I will be waiting for a similar style. 🙁