Leopard prints

Some things about this outfit - 1) I'm proud to say I thrifted the top, skirt AND belt. 2) I feel Italian in it. Must be the leopard prints and gold accessories. 3) I love people who can pull off mixed prints beautifully and make it look effortless. I tend to be apprehensive about mixing prints but I'm challenging myself to try it more often. 

 This webpage is a good primer for mixing prints. It seems my outfit would qualify as a beginner one; leopard prints are considered a neutral. Also, my top doesn't have an all-over print which tones down the look. They suggest pairing florals with stripes as an initial foray into print mixing - see my take on this combination here.

The skirt was a little big but it was by Joseph Ribkoff, whose praises I sang in this post. Oddly enough, skirts are my Achilles heel of shopping. This one was comfortable, had a print I loved, fit relatively well, and cost me less than $10. Tell me - what's YOUR hardest item to shop for?

xx

 

Top - Thrifted

Skirt - Thrifted (Joseph Ribkoff)

Belt - Thrifted
Shoes - Guess

Bracelet - Coach

Ring - Diva