Colour Blocking: Casual and Refined

It’s been a very long time since I’ve worn shortsalas the season has come! A little bit ago, I had a chance to don these shorts that I wore to a friends barbecue gathering, which was more of a catered gathering than anything else. Live music, good company, and great food always brings my spirits up. But, holiday time will soon arrive and hopefully long awaited beach time as well.

Have you ever thought about wearing something weeks before you actually wore it? This top is one of those items, although the reason behind why I kept thinking about it was entirely non-fashion based. It reminded me of a specific pattern that I saw on a collection of beautiful dinner plates that loved!

Years ago, as I went off shopping for stemware and an attempt at dinnerware. I kept pondering about those plates as I walked every inch of the store, but later concluded that I could not justify the pretty price tag that the store wanted for the entire collection. Instead, for the same price of two quality handbags, yes, I passed! However, the memory is still forever embedded in my mind. And, no worries, I did manage to purchase other dinnerware of equal style and quality, and far less expensive days after my shopping trip.

The look: I decided to colour block in richer hues with the embroidered kimono inspired silk top by adding earthy brown tones. It worked for the occasion!

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Have you been able to make it to the beach yet? I have new swimsuits longing to be worn and appreciated. Well, enough about that, here’s to wishing you a wonderful summer week!

The goods: Sandals and Embroidered blouse-Anthropologie, Bracelets/bangles-Nordstrom,charity shop, Necklace-Art show, Shorts-New York and Co., Embellished bag-DIY


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  • DemiMist says:

    The whole look is very nice!

    P.S. I have started a beauty contest on my blog and you can also participate with a fashion post.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you! 🙂

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  • Victoria | Haute says:

    Your sandals are fabulous!!

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  • Vix Brearley says:

    You are rocking that outfit! I find it impossible to plan outfits, that's why it takes me so long to pack for festivals! x

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  • CreativeFashion says:

    That´s a rather cute top, love the matching of your shorts and shoes.

    creativefashion

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  • CreativeFashion says:

    That´s a rather cute top, love the matching of your shorts and shoes.

    creativefashion

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much Kim, You 're so sweet, Always appreciate your visit dear. And, yes I was very happy that I waited and found better dinnerware in the end. x/M

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  • Kim A. says:

    Madison, you look pretty from your head to your shoes girl. I love the print and cut of that top! Great solid color shorts. How fabulous is that necklace and your peep toe shoes are adorable. Glad you found some less expensive dinnerware. Sometimes we just have to trust that something better will come along. It's hard, but it's important to have faith.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment. 🙂

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  • JTWisdom says:

    You look so pretty. The top with those shorts are perfect. You accessorized well. That necklace and shoes are gorgeous.

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  • Kim A. says:

    Madison, you look pretty from your head to your shoes girl. I love the print and cut of that top! Great solid color shorts. How fabulous is that necklace and your peep toe shoes are adorable. Glad you found some less expensive dinnerware. Sometimes we just have to trust that something better will come along. It&#39s hard, but it&#39s important to have faith.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    You're so sweet. Thanks Viktoriya! xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you so much for your comment! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you! xx

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  • JTWisdom says:

    You look so pretty. The top with those shorts are perfect. You accessorized well. That necklace and shoes are gorgeous.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    You&#39re so sweet. Thanks Viktoriya! xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you so much for your comment! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you! xx

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  • Viktoriya Sener says:

    I like so much this combo of short and tee, very interesting color! You look stunning as always!
    kisses)

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  • kim bim says:

    So simple, stylish and chic, lovely necklace.

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  • Viktoriya Sener says:

    I like so much this combo of short and tee, very interesting color! You look stunning as always!
    kisses)

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  • kim bim says:

    So simple, stylish and chic, lovely necklace.

    rock4less.blogspot.co.uk

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  • Lola Finn says:

    Sweet summer look 🙂
    I love your cute shoes <3
    Liebe Grüße aus München 🙂

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  • Lola Finn says:

    Sweet summer look 🙂
    I love your cute shoes <3
    Liebe Grüße aus München 🙂

    http://lola-finn.blogspot.de

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  • Margaret Cruzemark says:

    You look absolutely gorgeuous Madison. In love with your shirt.
    Miss Margaret Cruzemark
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  • tia_cherie says:

    These colours suit you so well and I love the idea of colour blocking in these shades. I often think of wearing items weeks before I actually do. I have no idea why it always takes me so long to get around to it.

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  • Margaret Cruzemark says:

    You look absolutely gorgeuous Madison. In love with your shirt.
    Miss Margaret Cruzemark
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  • tia_cherie says:

    These colours suit you so well and I love the idea of colour blocking in these shades. I often think of wearing items weeks before I actually do. I have no idea why it always takes me so long to get around to it.

    http://tia-cherie.blogspot.com

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  • 7% Solution says:

    Your top is gorgeous. I don't think I would have liked the shorts otherwise but they work great with your top.

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  • 7% Solution says:

    Your top is gorgeous. I don&#39t think I would have liked the shorts otherwise but they work great with your top.

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  • Lady parisienne says:

    very pretty, I love your top!

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  • Lady parisienne says:

    very pretty, I love your top!

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  • Mitr Friend says:

    Love the embroidered white top & beaded necklace. Very elegant! 🙂
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  • Mitr Friend says:

    Love the embroidered white top & beaded necklace. Very elegant! 🙂
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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Sam. I also loved the not to typical "bright" colour blocking this time around. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    🙂 Thanks Roz!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Erika!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Emmy!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Lilli! I am hoping to go to the beach as well. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Daniella it was a lovely time. Hope your week is going well dear. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Hope you find the black short soon. ASOS has a huge sale at the moment.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    I agree, inspiration for me comes from such a multitude of things. 🙂 Must be nice to have the beach at your disposal!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much doll! xx

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  • Maria Bastida says:

    You look adorable in the second picture!!! 😀 And the outfit is just perfect for the summer!!

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  • miranda says:

    Great summer outfit!

    XX,
    Miranda

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  • Sharon___StyleChameleon says:

    Nice outfit!

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  • Sootjeelina says:

    I love your top!

    xo Sootjeelina

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Erika!

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  • Sootjeelina says:

    I love your top!

    xo Sootjeelina

    http://sootjeelina.blogspot.com

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much dear. I agree, most people often think "colour blocking" means brights, but it's fun to experiment with other hues. xx/Madison

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  • Always Maylee says:

    You look so cute! I love that top and those shoes.

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  • Erika Sorocco says:

    The way you've styled this is perfection, Madison. I'm in love with that top! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much dear. I agree, most people often think "colour blocking" means brights, but it&#39s fun to experiment with other hues. xx/Madison

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  • Always Maylee says:

    You look so cute! I love that top and those shoes.

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  • Erika Sorocco says:

    The way you&#39ve styled this is perfection, Madison. I&#39m in love with that top! 🙂

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  • AlexisGrace says:

    It's funny where we find inspiration. Dinnerware and art and decor— they can all be sources! I think this is a great put together look for a summer outing.
    As for the beach- it is just a short subway ride away, but alas- we haven't been in about a month. But it is summer year round here, so I am sure the opportunity will come!

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  • mosamuse says:

    cute outfit!
    xo
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  • AlexisGrace says:

    It&#39s funny where we find inspiration. Dinnerware and art and decor— they can all be sources! I think this is a great put together look for a summer outing.
    As for the beach- it is just a short subway ride away, but alas- we haven&#39t been in about a month. But it is summer year round here, so I am sure the opportunity will come!

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  • mosamuse says:

    cute outfit!
    xo
    MOSAMUSE

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  • Rocquelle P. says:

    You should wear shorts more often my dear! you look lovely!!

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  • Adeola Naomi Aderemi says:

    I like your look and yes I have escaped to the beach and swimming pools, it very hot here in Greece.

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  • alessia milanese says:

    Un top speciale per un occasione speciale. Molto bello!

    Alessia
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    Kiss

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  • Sherin says:

    Such a perfect look. Love your shorts so much!

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  • Rosalind Jana says:

    I often plan outfits for different weather conditions! perhaps I should live more in the moment.
    With such fabulous legs, I'm surprised you don't wear shorts more often. (Though of course, chilly summer days do get in the way…)

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  • Rocquelle P. says:

    You should wear shorts more often my dear! you look lovely!!

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  • Adeola Naomi Aderemi says:

    I like your look and yes I have escaped to the beach and swimming pools, it very hot here in Greece.

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  • alessia milanese says:

    Un top speciale per un occasione speciale. Molto bello!

    Alessia
    THECHILICOOL
    FACEBOOK
    Video outfit YOUTUBE
    Kiss

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  • Sherin says:

    Such a perfect look. Love your shorts so much!

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  • antonella c'est moi says:

    cute look, kisses

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  • Jenmarie says:

    I'm not big on shorts during the Summer. I usually like to stick to dresses and skirts. These are super cute though! I think the length is perfect.

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  • Rosalind Jana says:

    I often plan outfits for different weather conditions! perhaps I should live more in the moment.
    With such fabulous legs, I&#39m surprised you don&#39t wear shorts more often. (Though of course, chilly summer days do get in the way…)

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  • Annie says:

    That top is so pretty on you!

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  • Shybiker says:

    You look great in shorts. Not everyone does, so you're lucky. And I too spent more time contemplating clothes and purchases than I ever expected. It's actually kinda fun.

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  • Feathers & Freckles says:

    So pretty! Love the embroidery on that blouse.

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  • Couture Trend says:

    You're perfect, love tour top!

    http://www.cultureandtrend.com/

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  • antonella c'est moi says:

    cute look, kisses

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  • Jenmarie says:

    I&#39m not big on shorts during the Summer. I usually like to stick to dresses and skirts. These are super cute though! I think the length is perfect.

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  • Emmy MW says:

    Oooo….that Anthro top is super nice:) And LOL on the dinnerware memory. I've had many moments like that esp. at Williams Sonoma:P

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  • Lilli says:

    Hi Madison! It happens also to me to think about a combo that then I will wear weeks later, especially when buy the item, I just know how will match it!:) The look is perfect, I like how you played with the color blocking, the kimono inspired top is so nice, as well as the sandals! You look great dear! Unfortunatelly still didnt go to the beach, hope soon! I have to buy a new swimsuit too!:) Kisses and have a good day! xo

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  • Annie says:

    That top is so pretty on you!

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  • Chrissie says:

    The pattern on your shirt is so amazing!

    Greets from the

    EDELFABRIKChrissie

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  • Couture Carrie says:

    Lovely casual look, darling!
    What a gorgeous top!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  • Daniella says:

    That tos is beautiful Madison, the print is so pretty. I love this relaxed-chic look, so perfect for the barbecue you attended, which sounds like it was lovely by the way. 🙂

    Take care my dear,
    Daniella xox

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  • Shybiker says:

    You look great in shorts. Not everyone does, so you&#39re lucky. And I too spent more time contemplating clothes and purchases than I ever expected. It&#39s actually kinda fun.

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  • Feathers & Freckles says:

    So pretty! Love the embroidery on that blouse.

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  • www.laralizard.blogspot.com says:

    You look lovely 🙂 Haha, I just posted about pants that stayed in my closet for ages before I used them.. 😀 I'm in search for black shorts btw 🙂 x

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  • Couture Trend says:

    You&#39re perfect, love tour top!

    http://www.cultureandtrend.com/

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  • KizzyDoll says:

    You look marvellous! I rarely wear shorts, but this look together is making want to since it's sunny today :)) Gorgeous look doll. Hope you have a great day xx

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  • MISPAPELICOS says:

    So wonderful, dear Madison.
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  • Emmy MW says:

    Oooo….that Anthro top is super nice:) And LOL on the dinnerware memory. I&#39ve had many moments like that esp. at Williams Sonoma:P

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  • Veshoevius says:

    Oh this is fab! You rock shorts! I think we always get carried away with the notion that colour blocking has to be in bright bright colours and forget the richer tones available to us. This is a great look incorporating a touch of florals too.

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  • Lilli says:

    Hi Madison! It happens also to me to think about a combo that then I will wear weeks later, especially when buy the item, I just know how will match it!:) The look is perfect, I like how you played with the color blocking, the kimono inspired top is so nice, as well as the sandals! You look great dear! Unfortunatelly still didnt go to the beach, hope soon! I have to buy a new swimsuit too!:) Kisses and have a good day! xo

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  • Chrissie says:

    The pattern on your shirt is so amazing!

    Greets from the

    EDELFABRIKChrissie

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