Sunday, 10 January 2010

Color in Winter

I feel like it's so hard to wear color or flower prints during the winter seasons because I'm always wearing my black pea coat or black stockings. But prints with deeper colors tend to work a little better.

I just love the puffed sleeves at the forearm of this shirt. When buying basics like white collared shirts, I like to find items that have special details to make it a little less basic and more interesting!

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This skirt has some darker shades of magenta and orange in the flower print, and paired with a long sleeve shirt (no bare arms in the winter!), I thought it might work. And if it doesn't, I guess I do live in California where it's pretty sunny all year round! It was too warm to wear a scarf, but I probably would add winter accessories like my red knit scarf to make it more season appropriate.

top: Michael Kors
skirt: Forever 21
shoes: Style & Co

P.S. Thank you so much for all your really nice comments!!! I've been at work all wknd, so I was really happy to see all your thoughtful messages!!

P.S.S. I can't find my camera anymore either!!! :( okieee off to answer you awesome questions and visit your blogs now!

Posted by Patty Ann at 7:23 pm
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45 comments:

  1. Tiffany Ling Tse10 January 2010 at 20:25

    Absolutely gorgeous, my dear! The puff sleeves really make the outfit! :)

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  2. Valencia Lia10 January 2010 at 21:09

    That is such a gorgeous gorgeous blouse! The puff sleeves are so beautiful and it surely just makes this outfit even more perfect now:)

    Love love that bright colorful skirt,kudos to adding colors in your outfit.

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  3. Indy10 January 2010 at 22:28

    Those sleeves are too cool! I love that pretty skirt, too, you look fab!

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  4. Nina10 January 2010 at 23:00

    That top is totally amazing! I look for unique details as well in plain, white blouses ...

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  5. English Rose ♥11 January 2010 at 00:52

    those sleeves are insane!!!

    Au contraire mon cherie - winter is when you simply MUST wear colour!

    Love the blog, would you like to exchange links?

    Thanks so much for the lovely comment dearest - sorry for such a late reply!

    Stay safe and chic darling
    English Rose x
    http://iamanenglishrose.blogspot.com

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  6. Anonymous11 January 2010 at 01:56

    Hey sweetie, love the skirt. x

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  7. daisychain11 January 2010 at 03:16

    I find myself gravitating more towards dull colours in winter,
    but you've inspired me to dig out the brights now...you look amazing.

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  8. Andrea11 January 2010 at 03:29

    Beautiful!

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  9. Coffee.Break11 January 2010 at 04:23

    looks great :D

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  10. Diane11 January 2010 at 05:05

    this outfit is so cute and so cheerful! love the sleeves on that top and the color of that skirt :)

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  11. Maria@chicisimo11 January 2010 at 07:33

    It's refreshing to see colourful outfits on winter. I love them! I like the skirt, and the white shirt is absolutely perfect! great sleeves!
    xx

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  12. glee11 January 2010 at 07:38

    wow, I adore so much this photo. so creative. and your outfit combination is very girly ;)

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  13. Liya11 January 2010 at 07:39

    such an awesome shirt! I love the unique sleeves and would die to get my hands on it :)

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  15. Anonymous11 January 2010 at 08:21

    you look darling! love the skirt and the colors!

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  16. Phie Preston11 January 2010 at 08:29

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  17. Hello Naka11 January 2010 at 09:45

    great skirt and blouse :3

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  18. Dannie11 January 2010 at 10:45

    gorgoeus look
    feels soo fresh and spring like :)
    the floral is soo pretty!

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  19. Susan11 January 2010 at 11:17

    oh I wish winter would look like this here! :))
    have a lovely week, xoxo

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  20. Audrey Allure11 January 2010 at 11:44

    gorgeous top!

    love your blog :)
    http://audreyallure.blogspot.com
    - Audrey Allure

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  21. Dani11 January 2010 at 12:24

    hey patty ann!! you're looking gorgeous as usual.

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  22. Giovanna11 January 2010 at 12:56

    Adorable outfit! Love love love!!
    xoxo
    Giovanna
    www.bohomarket.blogspot.com

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  23. Jaime @ laviejaime11 January 2010 at 13:01

    Lovely skirt- so bright and happy!

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  24. Fashion Insanity11 January 2010 at 13:06

    What a cute picture... Love that shirt!!

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  25. Anonymous11 January 2010 at 13:20

    That's a really cute shirt! I love twists on modern classics.

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  26. Jennifer Fabulous11 January 2010 at 14:43

    Gorgeous skirt!! Lovely photo. :)

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  27. t.g.s11 January 2010 at 15:25

    omg wow
    those puffed sleeves are something haha
    really cute shirt

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  28. Kimberly Ann Mansfield11 January 2010 at 15:37

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    www.kimberlyannmansfield.blogspot.com

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  29. Beauty Is Diverse11 January 2010 at 15:38

    Nice skirt.

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  30. Chantele Cross-Jones11 January 2010 at 18:02

    Hey honey, cute outfit! Love the shirt sleeves! I posted your parcel earlier in the week, although have no idea how long it will take to reach you. Plus my honey forgot to add the little note I wrote you, so sorry about that. Hope you like all the stuff, looking forward to receiving yours!!

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  31. Anonymous11 January 2010 at 18:13

    like ur floral print skirt!

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  32. Sher11 January 2010 at 20:18

    Oh I love puffed sleeves, ever since I saw Anne of Green Gables lol:) You look lovely, dear!!

    xx

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  33. Anonymous11 January 2010 at 20:28

    love the skirt
    simple, fun, flirty
    great print and shape for the upcoming spring season
    thanks for sharing as always
    and thanks for the lovely comments, i really appreciate it

    -cma
    COSMICaroline.blogspot.com

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  34. Anonymous12 January 2010 at 04:21

    Oooh love the skirt
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  35. Chantele Cross-Jones12 January 2010 at 08:02

    Lol for the comment, you should see my left hand it ain't half as good! Just post it when you can if your feeling unwell, No rush! I hope you like your stuff too!

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  36. BonBon Rose Girls Kristin12 January 2010 at 09:45

    So fresh and pretty. Love that skirt! Makes you forget that it's Winter. : )

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  37. Siru12 January 2010 at 10:27

    Thank you so much for following! Sure I'll follow you back!

    juliet xxx

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  38. KP12 January 2010 at 13:48

    very fun skirt-you make me miss sunny days xo

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  39. Mademoiselle Ruta12 January 2010 at 20:40

    Gorgeous outfit. That skirt is too wonderful.

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  40. Imogen13 January 2010 at 01:37

    Beautiful skirt, very pretty. I also like the top. I've been looking for a nice white shirt myself lately.

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  41. FashionJazz13 January 2010 at 02:10

    So luv ur blouse and skirt!! Super chic and I hope u have a fabulous day! xx

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  42. MELODEES15 January 2010 at 01:55

    lovee this picture!!

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  43. MELODEES15 January 2010 at 01:56

    love your blog girl, you have got yourself a new follower!

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  44. Stella Winata16 January 2010 at 05:54

    gorgeous blouse, pretty skirt! you look gorgeous! <3

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  45. starcakeastrology.blogspot.com18 January 2010 at 19:24

    it is nice to see color in winter!

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