Ever since I stumbled across that outfit on Pinterest I’ve been looking at my wardrobe with a new set of eyes; combining and layering patterns and colors that I never would have paired before. It’s been really fun to rediscover items I’ve had for years and make them look new again by pairing them differently than I have in the past. Nothing stretches a wardrobe budget further than mixing and matching to create loads of different outfit options! I’ve been on a green kick lately, and I’ve always been a la-la-lover of leopard print! I decided to pair my new love with my old love, and the pairing was sort of like a match made in heaven. At least I thought it was .
Colored pants seem to be all the rage this season, and I’ve had these green J.Crew cords for years. I love being able to reinvent an item I’ve had (and had gotten sort of tired of) in a fun new way! I never would have thought to pair the leopard print with green, but just like that Burberry and olive green outfit this just seems to work. The leopard sweater was a BR purchase from a few months ago. I also rummaged my jewelry box and found these cuties that my Aunt gave me (and I had forgotten all about).
Aren’t they pretty?! They add another little hint of green pulling the outfit together. I’m a fan of details.
Anyhow, I was really loving this step out of the “dark jeans with a top” box that I usually live snuggly inside, and decided that maybe I could outfit my family based on these colors for this years Christmas card.
Here’s what I put together – Option numero uno.
The carpet isn’t doing anyone any favors. You get the idea though right? The main question is – should the hub wear jeans or tan cords?
Option numero dos.
What do you think? I don’t want to be too matchy-matchy, but I do want us all to coordinate. I don’t usually put this much thought in to stuff like this. I have an idea for a little diy backyard photo session, so I’m kind of all pumped up for our family Christmas card this year. We’ll see how it turns out. It should be interesting to say the least. 😉
Before I sign off, let’s get a close up of the girl’s ensemble.
Heaven help me and my wallet – why are girls so much fun to dress?! This whole outfit is from Gap. I had a rewards certificate and a coupon – woot! I can’t even handle these boots!
She’s been singing……boots with the fur. 😉 Yeah – she knows that song.
Are you starting to plan for your Christmas cards? Anyone else feeling inspired to try mixing up your wardrobe in fun new ways?
I can't take it!!! At first I was like "Carmel is going to look good!", but then I saw your daughters outfit and was like whoa! Those boots and that skirt is HOT!
Ok, I like #2! Cords for the hubby and son! Perfect:)