The new world of mixing prints with abandon is colorful and artistic. Artist and painter Pattie Gerrie is an example of someone who shows her true self with joy. Let’s try some creative print mixing and have some fun! Age doesn’t matter.
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Pattie Gerrie
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Pattie on right
In this post:
- I start out with the general print-mixing techniques that always work.
- Then I give examples of prints that work as neutrals, with some outfit ideas for them.
- Then I present some bold and creative ideas to try.
- And finally, I’ll finish up with outfit combinations to inspire you.
I haven’t tried too much of this myself, so I’m excited to do more of it. Let’s start experimenting!
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Color Combos, Color Series, Outfit Combinations, Style Inspiration, Tips and Tricks, Ways to Wear It
Leopard print, Print mixing, Style
Sheer skirts are a trending fashion item for summer 2024, and I love them! This year is different than the sheer trends of the past, as the focus is specifically on skirts rather than dresses. That’s all to the good, because you can always do more with separates. Sheer skirts can be worn for day or evening, and can be dressed up or down. In this post, I am focusing mostly on how to wear sheer skirts anytime.
With this year’s sheer skirt outfits there is room for nuance, which isn’t always the case with bare-it-all trends. It’s up to your interpretation and personal preference, as seen on the runways.
And remember, you don’t really have to bare it all. You can use the sheer skirt to add a feminine touch to your outfit rather than going all-out sexy. So age doesn’t matter.
I finally found a sheer skirt I love, on Amazon. Now, to decide on how and where to wear it…
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Outfit Combinations, Ways to Wear It
Outfit Ideas, Sheer, Skirts, Statement Maxi Skirts
Out of curiosity, I dove deep into exploring how to get creative with layering necklaces. It took me some time and I ended up with this far-reaching guide. Age doesn’t matter. In fact, older is bolder, so let’s have some fun!
This is an update of my guide to layering necklaces. It begins with 17 ways to layer various kinds of necklaces, followed by eight ideas for how to layer necklaces with your outfits and concluding with ways to layer each different type of necklace by category (i.e., pearls, chains, etc.) Plus, there’s a bonus Style Tip for delicate necklaces!
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Accessories, Checklists and Guides, Style Inspiration, Ways to Wear It
Layering, Necklaces
A reader wrote to ask me how to look and feel good wearing compression hose in the summer. Good question! I did my usual research and discovered a wide array of answers. It depends on lots of things. Some of them are:
- the colors,
- the materials,
- the situation and environment,
- your style preferences
- and even your wardrobe.
I’m happy to honor requests from my readers, so feel free to ask away! I hope you benefit from what I found out about:
How to Look & Feel Good Wearing Compression Hose in Summer
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Lifelong Health, Ways to Wear It
Comfort Dressing, Compression Garments, Dress for Health, Summer, Summer Style
If you have just one duster, you can look through my outfit suggestions and change it into so many looks, from lounging to errands to evenings and more. If you don’t have a duster, it would definitely be worth getting because it is a look maker. It’s easy to toss on when you need to look good in a hurry. So let me show you how to wear a duster. Age doesn’t matter.
So what is a duster, anyway? Well, let me explain and then I’ll give you over 50 ideas for how to wear it!
This post has been updated to provide the highest quality content.
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Outfit Combinations, Style Inspiration, Ways to Wear It
Dusters, Kimonos, Style
