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Green Stripes + Polka Dots

February 28, 2012

 

With so many stripe and polka dot outfit inspirations out there, I put together a look from the polka dots and stripes for my own take on a work-appropriate ensemble.  I grabbed one of my favorite pieces in my closet—this green striped, ruffle blouse.  It is light weight, so it is great to wear during the summer, but warm enough to wear now when temperatures are only slightly above freezing.  This blouse was a vintage steal that I bought shortly after graduating college.  I needed to find more work clothes but didn’t have much of a budget for shopping, so thrift and bargain shopping helped me establish more of a professional closet. I paired it with a simple black and white polka dot skirt that I have owned since my sophomore year of high school… yes that’s right, I’ve owned this piece for about nine years and I don’t think it will ever leave my closet! With a statement necklace and a pair of sparkly heels I feel it is a bit more fun for the office and certainly still takes on a winterish feel as we transition into March.

Also, this is my second post linking up for Work It Wednesday on Laura’s blog A Little Bit of Lacquer!  I am so thankful she is doing these weekly link ups because as much as I love casual wear, I have to dress up five days a week!  Check out her blog, she has amazing style and join the link up!

Blouse – Vintage 

Skirt – Younkers (Similar here)

Necklace – Primark (Old)

Sparkly Open-Toed Heels – Nordstrom Rack (Similar here) 

 

The last picture is my party time, photo taking wrap-up dance!

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Green Stripes + Polka Dots

J Crew long sleeve top
$118 – jcrew.com

Polka dot skirt
¥3,280 – jshoppers.com

Rampage sparkly pumps
$49 – piperlime.gap.com

Mixit statement necklace
$12 – jcpenney.com

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  1. Anna says

    February 29, 2012 at 9:24 AM

    you look stunning. fabulous post. thanks for sharing, love. If you get a sec, I’d love to here what you think of my latest trend report. xo

    http://www.fashboulevard.blogspot.com

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  2. Annie says

    February 29, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    This outfit is SO cute – love the dots with the stripes 🙂

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  3. Nah Amaral says

    February 29, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    I love your skirt!!
    And what about your heels?! They’re marvelous! *-*

    http://confessionsoffashionholics.blogspot.com/

    xoxo

    Reply
  4. KATEFP says

    February 29, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    You are beautiful dear *.* and we loved your idea “Get the look” :’) kisses, katefp.blogspot.com

    Reply
  5. ANTONELLA C'EST MOI says

    February 29, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    so cute baby!!
    xoxo
    A_C’est moi
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  6. fashionhypnotised says

    February 29, 2012 at 5:38 PM

    You look fabulous sweetie! I love the combo of that jade shirt and the dotty skirt!
    xoxo,
    Fashionhypnotised girl

    Reply
  7. Fashion By Alicia says

    February 29, 2012 at 5:44 PM

    I absolutely love that blouse! Great details. And that skirt from high school is amazing. I wish I could still fit into my high school skirts!

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  8. mariely crowne says

    February 29, 2012 at 10:53 PM

    I love how you paired these two items together! I myself have in my closet pieces from when I was in highschool!! Love it!
    xo
    http://stylegod7.blogspot.com

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  9. Francesca says

    March 1, 2012 at 2:19 AM

    Love this look. Those pumps are so glam!
    Francesca

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  10. Patience says

    March 1, 2012 at 3:57 AM

    So classy and sophisticated. Love the polka dot skirt.

    http://www.justpatience.com

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  11. Amanda says

    March 1, 2012 at 1:46 PM

    I looooove this look! You pull off print mixing beautifully – love the stripes and spots! At first I thought your skirt was navy and thought the color combo to be innovative and complementary, but I read that it’s black – still looks amazing!!!

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  12. Dora says

    March 1, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    Definitely a great combination! You look darling, lots of hugs!

    Reply
  13. Jas says

    March 1, 2012 at 9:04 PM

    love those polka dots!

    http://forallthatjas.blogspot.com/

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  14. cindy says

    March 1, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    SO CUTE.

    I really have to try out this stripes & polkda dots combo. I’ve been seeing it everywhere and it’s such a great look. 🙂

    xx,
    cindy | design3rd

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  15. Samantha says

    March 2, 2012 at 4:36 PM

    Rachel!!

    LOVE this look! I love the contrast of green and black to begin with, but add polka dots and it’s all kinds of happiness!

    Have a beautiful weekend!

    xo, sam

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  16. Gracey at Fashion for Giants says

    March 3, 2012 at 2:22 AM

    This is a wonderful outfit. Love the green and black and polka dots are just fabulous.

    Love your blog too – count me as a new follower!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      March 12, 2012 at 7:08 PM

      Thank you Gracey! Glad you like my blog, I greatly appreciate it 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  17. Laura @ A Little Bit of Lacquer says

    March 6, 2012 at 1:16 PM

    Love love love this look! I selected it as my favorite look of the week so it will be featured in tomorrow’s post! Thanks so much for linking up! Hope to see you tomorrow 🙂

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      March 6, 2012 at 3:40 PM

      Wow, thanks Laura! That is so sweet of you! I am honored that you will be featuring this look as your favorite!!!!! I will definitely be linking up tomorrow, I am so glad you have created this weekly link up, it is fun and I have drawn so much inspiration from other bloggers! Thank you for the opportunity 🙂

      Reply
  18. the clothing menu says

    March 7, 2012 at 2:58 AM

    Ha – love that you still have clothes from high school! I’m a big fan of mixing prints, so I love this mix of stripes and dots.

    Reply
  19. simplychic says

    March 7, 2012 at 3:04 AM

    love this mix of prints!!!

    Reply
  20. Style & Poise says

    March 9, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    So Chic and Fabulous!!! You look great.

    Roni

    Reply

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