The line between chic and costume is particularly thin for some trends, and crossing into costume territory usually winds up being both comedy and tragedy. We all know to watch out for nautical as a trend avoid going overboard on (See what I did there?), but others can be harder to spot. And speaking of spots…For someone who loves a good pattern or three, I seldom wear polka dots. Even though Kate Spade put the retro print back on our radar and showed us all spots could be stylish, the sweet print feels less dainty and more dress-up when I put it on.
Since the thought of missing out on a trend keeps the two of us up at night, Gwyneth and I shopped our closet to put together a polka dotted look we love. With leather pleather being another trend served best in moderation, we thought our Wet Look Leggings would be just enough spice to balance out the sweetness of our Polka Dot Chiffon Scarf.
Shopping Guide:
1. Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer Sunglasses from Piperlime
2. Rhinestone Drop Earrings from Forever 21 (old, but similar style available at BaubleBar)
3. Essential Lipstick in Sociable c/o e.l.f. Cosmetics
4. Elegant Polka Dot Chiffon Scarf c/o PersunMall
5. Selvedge Chambray Utility Shirt from J. Crew
6. Tinley Road Bleecker Blazer from Piperlime (finally back in stock!)
7. Rimmel London Nail Polish in Posh Pink
8. Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC Bag from Piperlime (orange back in stock!)
9. Wet Look Leggings from Dorothy Perkins (PS: entire site is 25% off through the 24th!)
10. DV by Dolce Vita Flame Snake Loafers from Piperlime (now on major sale!)
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xoxo,
mk & Gwynnie
i might have to tie a scarf into a bow now. love it!
Do it! And Gwyneth and I are so excited to see this part Design Darling, part New Yorkies outfit of yours!
xoxo,
mk & Gwynnie
Me too Elle! I’ve been running out of ways to tie my scarves, but the bow so works with this look.
Thank you, Abbey!! Running out of ways to tie them was what inspired the bow over here too!
xoxo,
mk & Gwynnie
Hi Meredith! Love the look, especially the shoes. I clicked the link and was sent astray, and then the same thing happened when I clicked the blazer link.
Hi Matilda! So sorry for the technical error! The links worked when we wrote the post on Monday night, and then we woke up and they were completely messed up! Fun start to a Tuesday morning! They’re working now!
xoxo,
mk & Gwynnie
So cute! I have really been wanting a pair of (p)leather leggings but I’m rather um…endowed in the behind, and I’m worried about them being see-through! Do you think these are opaque enough to not leave me exposing innocent strangers?
Hi Brenna! Thank you!
You are too funny…Here’s our two cents on the leggings – mine are not see through. I bought a size up to allow for any extra stretching (you know what I’m talking about) and DEFINITELY did a test squat or 30 before leaving the house. So far, so good! So go for it, but definitely test them out for yourself at home and in the best lighting you’ve got to be sure! Good luck!
xoxo,
mk & G
Cute post. As always, you provide great inspiration for tomorrow’s outfit. p.s. your curls are so pretty!
Thank you, Diane! Hope you put together something for today that you love! As for the curls – I am completely addicted to my Amika curling wand! If you’re looking for one that is easy to use and doesn’t give you the crease from a traditional iron with a clamp, I’d highly recommend it!
xoxo,
mk & G
Sorry to be a pest Meredith but which Amika do you recommend and where did you purchase? Thank you for the great shopping tip, I really appreciate it!
You aren’t being a pest at all! I am beyond in love with the 18 – 25mm Tourmaline Curler! It’s the only one I’ve tried that actually holds a curl and is easy to use – I couldn’t live without it! Here’s the link to purchase! http://rstyle.me/~iFl3
Happy Shopping!
xoxo,
mk & Gwynnie
Fanastic, thank you for sharing Meredith!