Friday, October 28, 2011

Voluminous Florals

What is Bessie wearing today?
Is that a dress?
Or separates?



Hmm.......
It's Separates!!
Blouse: Winter Kate (Here)
Skirt: Micha
Shoes: Joan and David (Here)
Handbag: Tod's
Earrings: Forever 21 (Similar)
This is one of the most adventurous weeks we've ever had on Bravoe Runway!  Fashion should always be fun and exciting!  Never stop challenging yourself!  Sure, we have our tried and true outfits that we know always "works."  But sometimes, try to branch outside of your comfort zone!  For me, this is a very different look.  I don't have any florals in my closet, most likely because I've come across too many pieces that could either pass as wallpaper or drapery.  Mixing 2 floral pieces is new me, and 6 months ago I wouldn't have had the guts to try it!  I think my first attempt turned out way better than I ever imagined!  All signs of a potential wall covering.....diverted!

Branch out of your comfort zone and have fun!  
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Wasn't this a fun week?

74 comments:

  1. so cute! those are magic shoes because they look fantastic with EVERYTHING you put them with (can't say the same for my purple ones)

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  2. actually every single outfit you wore this week wasn't just cute, but outstanding!!! can't decide which one is my fave!!!!! #1 #3 are gorg.

    have a wonderful week dear,
    teresa
    www.trend-ish.com

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  3. Very pretty! Hope you have a wonderful weekend B.!

    xo Mary Jo

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  4. Thanks for joining my blog and commenting! So sweet! :)

    I love the way you mixed and matched patterns. Really stylish. :)

    have a great wknd!

    jasmine
    http://adamalexmommy.blogspot.com

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  5. Cute! Hope you have a fabulous weekend!

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  6. LOVE it! Those patterns look amazing together and I loved every single one of your looks this week :)

    Have a great weekend!

    xxx,

    Fashion Fractions

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  7. I think this is just darling. So feminine. Very nice. LOVE those shoes, too!

    http://theleatherskirt.blogspot.com/

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  8. It sure was a fun week for fashion on BR! I loooove florals. They are so feminine and they suit you!!
    Have a wonderful weekend!
    xo

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  9. Hello darling! I can't wait to try it! How are you doing? You look fabulous as always.
    Have a spectacular weekend!

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  10. Definitely a fun week - you look great in everything, and I love your floral look. I am not a pattern-mixer, but I love the look on you, so I may have to give it a try :)

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  11. U know what? Besides leopard prints, I've a weakness for floral prints too. Lol! Bessie, u carry them so well! Love going thru your photos :)

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  12. cute top. Have a great weekend

    http://amyfashionblog52.blogspot.com/

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  13. As you know, I have a had week full of fashion challenges also. Glad to be back to my classics and what I know works for me! Now this look works for you. This is so pretty, even with the pattern mixing, which scares the bejeezus out of me, lol! Heather

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  14. I love how you've paired these two prints together Bessie, both gorgeous in their own right & I love your Tod's bag. Happy weekend hun xoxo
    http://www.intotheblonde.com/

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  15. again 'my' heels :D:D

    you look just stunning in that combo
    I don't I would look not so good and classy wearing it

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  16. Yay - we finally get to see the skirt. It's beautiful I love how it's one pattern on the outside and has a sliver of another pattern on the inside - so unique. I love all the patterns you've combined in this outfit - normally it would be too flashy but it blends well here. Kudos!

    Does those Aldo boots really look like Prada? I had no idea - I got these years ago!

    Thu
    http://justtututiny.blogspot.com/

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  17. LOVING this week of adventures and totally adore this floral look!! The flowiness of that blouse make my heart skip a beat!! Have a great weekend!

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  18. I love that skirt on you, Bessie!!!! It is so beautiful. I also really love the top you paired it with. It picks up the floral pattern on the front of the skirt perfectly.

    I hope you have a fabulous weekend! And very Happy Halloween just in case I don't get the chance to log on this weekend!

    xoxo,
    Tammy

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  19. I am so scared to mix patterns. I think I am a bit conservative but your look is so classic, so I may just try it.

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  20. I love the red jacket, the romantic blouse, the red belt, the killer heels, the pink purse and the tweed. You just are the best at putting your outfits together :).

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  21. One thing my blog has taught me is to step out of my comfort zone and to have some fun! LOVE that you paired these two patterns together. It actually looks like a dress! BRAVO!

    www.plentyforpennies.com

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  22. That blouse is killer! I'll have to check out Tod's, too.

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  23. I love all of these! I know a lot of people where I live who would be intensely jealous of your fashion sense and beauty.

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  24. Wow you pulled off the mixing prints wonderfully! Yes thats right never stop challenging yourself. I sometimes get a little bit shy about this since my body type but for the most part I really dont care as long as I am comfortable.

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  25. I love your heels ! nice outfit too :)

    www.coffeecreamandthecaffeine.blogspot.com

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  26. Love love this top!! B you've done it again!

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  27. Yes that is a very daring combination! I love how you pulled it off. I still don't have the guts to try two floral pieces. Maybe one day...

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  28. Love the mixture of these patterns. One day I'll get brave enough to give it a whirl myself. Whenever I've tried to mix patterns in the past, I end up looking like a three-year-old dressed me. =)

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  29. Good match of patterns I also adore the shoes.

    www.geekettegazette.com
    www.thegirlieblog.com

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  30. you look stunning with this pattern mixing! love it!

    Happy Friday!
    xoxo
    molliee
    http://mstwirlyskirts.com

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  31. Oh it is lovely. It is nice to mix prints.
    www.thoughtsofpaps.com

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  32. Loving the skirt !
    I also love the fact that you're so brave and creative with your looks. The mixing and matching of patterns and colours are gorgeous. Love it !

    Kisses !

    /U
    pug-a-licious

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  33. Very cute outfit!

    www.theprettyfactor.blogspot.com

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  34. Woooowwww....you are so elegant! I like all your look..they are so particular and cool! Compliments for your blog! Maybe you’ll have time to visit my blog :)

    Kisses,
    Miriam
    Fashion Crazy Ball and My Facebook Page

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  35. love the mix of pattern! your very creative. especially love your pumps. gorgeous and super fun
    love kat
    www.paperdolltheory.com

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  36. Oohhh mixing prints, and it worked perfectly! Loving the risqué take on this OOTD sis, it's just lovely! I love the sleeve of that blouse! So... K-Drama! hahaha

    And yes, this has been one heck of a week!

    Cheers,

    Wi
    A Single Girl's Musings

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  37. Hey !
    I'm always a little afraid of mixing prints, 'cause I'm never quite sure they match !
    But anyway, I think you did a great job mixing them, the outfit looks gorgeous :)

    xoxo

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  38. loving the bag from tod's .. so classic

    x0
    annette
    www.theversastyle.blogspot.com

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  39. wow - great job on the print mix - I am slowly pushing myself to venture that way and try it - Im not bold enough but I will one day, and when I do....I am going to show you :)

    http://jerseyblogess.blogspot.com

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  40. your newest follower here!

    you're absolutely gorgeous and so is your blog ~ i'm happy to find another Chicagonista! :)

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  41. Ok now I want that skirt too.....I LOVE THIS OUTFIT!!! the two different patterns are perfect together!!!

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  42. That's a great mix, brave and fun.

    Thanks for your lovely comment on my blog, I really appreciate it. Have a lovely weekend, Love from London xo

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  43. you've always got a great sense of style. i absolutely love when you mix patterns, because they absolutely work. i can't pull anything off like that, but would love to.

    http://dirtontherocks.com

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  44. what a lovely floral look!! Great job on the mix of clothes!!

    XOXO

    http://thedandydoll.blogspot.com/

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  45. Isn't mixing prints so much fun? You pulled it off fabulously! Have a great weekend!

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  46. Gorgeous! I dont know if i would have the guts a while ago, but blogging has mademe take more risks! Love it;)

    Aesthetic Lounge

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  47. It sure was- I think my favorite week to date! Look at you pattern mixing like a pro :)
    www.saysskippy.blogspot.com

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  48. oh ye it was!!i love what you have done with all the outfits..but then again you know I am a huge fan of your styling abilities!

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  49. i don't have too much floral in my closet, either...and the ones i have are more abstract. this is a pretty combination...love that blouse!

    [oomph.]
    What's the next line? Help write the story!

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  50. You look amazing! Love how you mixed prints...

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  51. so very chic . love your skirt dear !

    Veronica

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  52. Bessie... You are pretty... I love all of your looks...
    Kisses
    Lidi
    http://viciosedesejos.blogspot.com

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  53. It's true Bessie - you have come a long way! You look very chic in this outfit; I love how the different prints work so well together (and the pink bag - a total hit).

    I can't get my eyes off this blouse. It's B-E-A-U-tiful!

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  54. I like how you're mixing 2 floral patterns, and think you pulled off the look very well. I don't think I'm gutsy enough to step outside my comfort zone and mix patterns just yet though :P You look great Bessie!

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  55. Love it... Colours and prints are adorable.

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  56. This is so posh. I am in love with it! Beautiful.

    http://theclosetintervention.blogspot.com/

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  57. You mix prints well! :D I've been gradually getting out of my comfort zone too and it feels great! Love the bag.

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  58. Great blog!! Now I’m a member of it. If you want visit my blog and become:
    www.drinkingacosmopolitan.blogspot.com
    and become member .
    THANKS A LOT!! I’ll follow you! Kiss

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  59. LOOOOVE this- the clash of prints is amazing and that blouse just beautiful!

    x
    Michelle
    www.michellesstylefile.blogspot.com

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  60. I still haven't worked up the courage to mix florals but you did it swimmingly. You definitely had a great set of outfits this week, I love looks 1 and 3 and today obviously. Have a great weekend!

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  61. It was a fun week! The floral is a little longer than I thought it would be when you showed pictures of it before. That's good since it's such a light fabric.

    Hope you had a great week.

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  62. Love Love Love mixed prints! It can be sometimes tricky, but you pull it off!

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  63. love the outfit! your skirt is gorgeous!

    -Carol
    http://declarationofcaptivation.blogspot.com/

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  64. WHoa! WHo would ever think these bold pattern combo will work! You're so creative, you should be a fashion stylist!

    LeeAnne, Style N Season
    http://stylenseason.blogspot.com

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  65. just fabulous, you are so beautiful, my heart is impressively touched.
    romwe streetfashion

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  66. A glamorous and fun week indeed - love the "seasonless-ness" of this latest floral outfit!

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  67. Chic. Well put together and you look so happy!!!

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  68. Looking super ladylike today! Loving the skirt. You put together the most amazing outfits!

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  69. I really love the nice floral blouse! It looks real comfortable to be in. ^^

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  70. Love your mixing of florals! They look great together. I love wearing things a little outside my comfort zone, especially when they turn out looking great!

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  71. Bessie, I really love the mixing of both the florals in this outfit! I especially love the loose sleeves on that top! That is definitely something outside my safe/comfort zone, but I WANT to own a top like it!
    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights

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  72. seriously girl, how do you make so many different colors and pattern work together? :O you're very talented!

    kiss kiss * Monstros no Armario

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