Spring and summer … it seems to be quite a joyful muddle in many
places at the moment. The excitement of
both, a change in seasonal dress and
climate transition—with some days enduring a gentle chill, others surprise us
and are far warmer than expected. Therefore, I can still get away with wearing three-quarter
sleeves or (light weight) long-sleeved pieces in various areas without breaking
out in a sweat just yet.
I have been waiting to share a few new items from the Gudrun
Sjödén summer collection, and alas the time has come. Although vibrant colour and graphic patterns
are a must for my lively and artful wardrobe, I also like to dive into neutrals,
because for me there are still ways to incorporate colour casually for any season. Here are a
couple of pieces that I selected—this striped cardigan, and nappa leather boots.
These perforated boots also come in green and black, but I
chose the Dala Red (which reads a tad orange in a second glance), so it actually
worked perfectly with this soft palette. I had already contemplated several ways
that I wanted to style them.
Usually after a long day, I will trade in my heels for pair
of flats to relax in, and give my feet a break from extensive elevation. But, no
flats at all were needed after trying on these soles. I wore these boots with
ease all week (with dresses, skirts, skinny jeans, etc.). Look out, because you
will catch me styling these boots on the blog again very soon.
Here’s a random note: upon ordering my lunch a lady standing
in line at the café complimented me about my outfit, and then asked me if I was an art
student. I reckon that I always welcome some element of art in my outfits! But,
afterward I did ponder about if I had worn my eyeglasses and a skirt that day,
would she have said art professor or something completely different.
Oh well, it
wasn’t exactly off-putting, as I usually get asked if I am in various
industries depending on how I dress or if I am wearing my eye frames or not. Has
this happened to you before?
I decided to indulge
in a big melting pot of neutrals, pairing stripes with my hand-dyed camouflage
denim, and then adding seasoning to my bowl of earthy hued goodness with a
burst of colour. Stay tuned for a few more of my eco-favourites coming up next month!
Fashion: have fun with it, take risks every now and then,
but always proudly express yourself!
The goods: Striped long cardigan in cotton/linen, and Nappa Leather Boots-Courtesy of Gudrun Sjödén, Handbag-Nine West, Camouflage denim-DIY, Necklaces-Ladyofashion,
Cuff-Oasap, Lace tank-Love Culture, Scarf and Tank-H&M.
*Shop pieces from the spring and summer collection here.
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Such a cool comfortable look. Love your accessories!
Have a lovely weekend dear!
Xx
Alexandra
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Such a cool comfortable look. Love your accessories!
Have a lovely weekend dear!
Xx
Alexandra
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I admire pattern mixing done well – and you have done quite a job here! I could never pull this off!
Thanks Maiken. Yes, I plan to wear a dress and other pieces with the cardigan. 🙂 Have a lovely w/e.
Thank you Roz! It's always fun to select amongst their vast palette of prints/colours! 🙂
Danke!
Schönes Wochenende! 🙂
lg,
Madison
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Thanks so much Rebecca! 🙂 xx
Thanks Maiken. Yes, I plan to wear a dress and other pieces with the cardigan. 🙂 Have a lovely w/e.
Thank you Roz! It's always fun to select amongst their vast palette of prints/colours! 🙂
Thanks so much Rebecca! 🙂 xx
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my favourite is the striped jacket! such a cool and versatile piece. I would also combine it with a dress and a skirt. oh and those red booties definitely are outstanding!
Maiken,
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my favourite is the striped jacket! such a cool and versatile piece. I would also combine it with a dress and a skirt. oh and those red booties definitely are outstanding!
Maiken,
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I love neutrals mixed and matched and these look great on you Madison – love the trousers
xo Mary Jo
I love neutrals mixed and matched and these look great on you Madison – love the trousers
xo Mary Jo
I'm sure you would too! I wish I didn't have to wear eyeglasses, but they might as well be über stylish, 'eh! hehe. Thanks Cheryl! 🙂
🙂 Thanks Alexis! *blushes*
Danke! 🙂
Thanks Yi-chia! xxoo
HI Mahshid, Thanks so much! 🙂
x/Madison
Sieht suuuuper toll aus!
I always enjoy seeing what you choose to style from this excellent, sustainable brand. I seem to be living more and more in ankle, chelsea style boots year round, for pavement pounding and feet-kindess. Those red boots are great – really eye catching and stylish, but look oh-so-comfy too.
I could see why someone would ask if you're an art student, but it's certainly a compliment. I've never gotten art student before but I feel like if I wore cool glasses and certain pieces from my wardrobe that I'd hear that question more often. Lovely perforation on the boots.
Very nice cardigan and tank top!
great look!:) I love the shoes!♥
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I'm sure you would too! I wish I didn't have to wear eyeglasses, but they might as well be über stylish, 'eh! hehe. Thanks Cheryl! 🙂
Hi Madison, the neutral outfit is great, but I especially live your red booties!
Baci,
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Love the neutrals. You look great! That long cardigan is really cute.
xo, Yi-chia
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Your fantastic mix of prints is so unique, something only you could put together with flair and ease! Thanks for your kind visit!
You look fantastic my dear. Your look is so fanciful and you really look like someone who understands art. <3 <3
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Kisses from Vienna,
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Your fantastic mix of prints is so unique, something only you could put together with flair and ease! Thanks for your kind visit!
You look fantastic my dear. Your look is so fanciful and you really look like someone who understands art. <3 <3
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Kisses from Vienna,
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Great combination!!! I love your boots!!!
Have a nice week!!! and my g+ for you!!!:)))
Besos, desde España, Marcela♥
Nice neutral outfit with that pop of red from your shoes:)
xo Olivia
I think that is a nice compliment to be asked if you were an art student as they are usually such fun and creative people!
Love these neutral pieces! They would be so fun to mix with other pieces to create amazing look! Your boots are so cool!
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Great combination!!! I love your boots!!!
Have a nice week!!! and my g+ for you!!!:)))
Besos, desde España, Marcela♥
Haha, Thank you Ali! 🙂 Well, I guess it's not bad at all since I used to be one years ago. lol 🙂 Thanks for your lovely comment.
Thanks Emma! I did indeed take it as one. Have a lovely week.
Liebe Rena, vielen Dank für deinen süßen Kommentar. Ich nehme es als Kompliment und Ich schätze Deine Worte. Ich wünsche Dir eine schöne Woche.
Liebe Grüße,
Madison xx 🙂
Nice neutral outfit with that pop of red from your shoes:)
xo Olivia
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die Boots sind klasse 🙂
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I think that is a nice compliment to be asked if you were an art student as they are usually such fun and creative people!
Love these neutral pieces! They would be so fun to mix with other pieces to create amazing look! Your boots are so cool!
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I think being mistaken as an Art student is awesome! Love the red boots on you.
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Haha, Thank you Ali! 🙂 Well, I guess it's not bad at all since I used to be one years ago. lol 🙂 Thanks for your lovely comment.
Thanks Emma! I did indeed take it as one. Have a lovely week.
Liebe Rena, vielen Dank für deinen süßen Kommentar. Ich nehme es als Kompliment und Ich schätze Deine Worte. Ich wünsche Dir eine schöne Woche.
Liebe Grüße,
Madison xx 🙂
Lovely look ^^
I love the print 🙂
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Super look
die Boots sind klasse 🙂
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Liebe Madison, ich denke, das war wirklich eine nette Bemerkung der Dame, die Dich im Cafe angesprochen hat. Ich sehe es sogar als Kompliment! Denn für mich bist Du nicht nur eine Kunst-Studentin sondern wirklich eine Künstlerin, die virtuos mit Kleidung umgehen und geniale Outfits erschafft. Dieses hier ist wieder ein Beweis dafür <3 Ich wünsche Dir noch eine schöne Woche!
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I think being mistaken as an Art student is awesome! Love the red boots on you.
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Lovely look ^^
I love the print 🙂
Kisses
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Liebe Madison, ich denke, das war wirklich eine nette Bemerkung der Dame, die Dich im Cafe angesprochen hat. Ich sehe es sogar als Kompliment! Denn für mich bist Du nicht nur eine Kunst-Studentin sondern wirklich eine Künstlerin, die virtuos mit Kleidung umgehen und geniale Outfits erschafft. Dieses hier ist wieder ein Beweis dafür <3 Ich wünsche Dir noch eine schöne Woche!
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Your red boots add the perfect accent and color pop to this fun neutral look. So random that waitress thought you were an art student. I think people will assume certain things based on how you dress.
Rowena @ rolala loves
In true Madison form, even your neutrals have fantastic pattern. I definitely see the artist in your style 🙂
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Thank you Laura! I am amazed how comfortable the red boots are. Glad that I'm not the only one, I knew you would get it! 🙂
Cla, Danke für Deinen Kommentar! Ja, ich mag Rot mit neutralen Farben für den Sommer. 🙂
Liebe Grüße,
Madison
I agree, and it's nice to think about summer fun (warmer days and all I want to think about is being on holiday and hitting beach)Thanks Busola! 🙂
Thank you!
Thanks Daniella! The longer length was one of the reasons I chose it. Plus, I have been into neutrals lately for summer. Wishing you a lovely week! xx/M
Haha, yes, I get that one a lot — perhaps we just age better than most, lol. The boots are fabulous to walk in. Thanks Tara!
Yes, I am uncertain if she meant it as one, (by her tone) but I definitely took it as a compliment! Esp. being a former art student anyway! haha. Thanks Steph!
🙂 Muah! You're the best! Have a great week Miss Jacqueline!
Thanks lovelies for your comment! And, yes, not too hot is alright with me too! But, I am looking forward to warmer days — beach time and BBQ's!
Thanks Lydia!
Thanks Audrey!
Thanks for your lovely comment.
🙂 Vielen Dank!
Thanks! Enjoy your week. x
Thanks! Yes, I thought a more neutral palette deserved some recognition. 🙂 /M
Thanks Courtney! The boots are incredibly comfortable too!
Haha! Thanks so much Mira! 🙂
xx/Madison
LOL that's really funny about being asked if you were an art student–hey man, you totally do dress like one! I guess if you dress any little bit "different" you're considered artsy or something, haha. Those boots are seriously snazzy, though, and I like the slight French vibe I'm getting from the juxtaposition of red and stripes.
Such a fun look, Madison; I LOVE those perforated boots!
xx
Your red boots add the perfect accent and color pop to this fun neutral look. So random that waitress thought you were an art student. I think people will assume certain things based on how you dress.
Rowena @ rolala loves
In true Madison form, even your neutrals have fantastic pattern. I definitely see the artist in your style 🙂
~Alexis Grace of North On Harper
Thank you Laura! I am amazed how comfortable the red boots are. Glad that I'm not the only one, I knew you would get it! 🙂
Cla, Danke für Deinen Kommentar! Ja, ich mag Rot mit neutralen Farben für den Sommer. 🙂
Liebe Grüße,
Madison
I agree, and it's nice to think about summer fun (warmer days and all I want to think about is being on holiday and hitting beach)Thanks Busola! 🙂
Thank you!
Thanks Daniella! The longer length was one of the reasons I chose it. Plus, I have been into neutrals lately for summer. Wishing you a lovely week! xx/M
Haha, yes, I get that one a lot — perhaps we just age better than most, lol. The boots are fabulous to walk in. Thanks Tara!
The proportions of this outfit look great Madison! I lovee your stripe cardigan, the length and neckline is very chic. Your boots are also great. 🙂
Take care and have a lovely week,
Daniella xox
Those boots look sooo comfortable and I love the red! Most people assume I'm a student, I think it's because I look younger than I am ha!
Tara x
I would gander that what the lady said was a compliment. 🙂 She probably meant that your outfit was creative! It looks great!
ohhh yeah, there is a lot to love about this look – the shoes and the subtle pattern clash 😀
Those boots are fab! Love the tie dye leggings, too. x
Oh yes! we get asked a lot, and we do enjoy it 😉 Really like the mix of pattern Madison, so subtle and blends well, also like the pop of color. Hope we have more spring days. not looking forward to the warmer days.
Have a great week!
xx
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Yes, the weather has been really warm lately on some days you almost forget how long Winter was. Happy about that. Flats are so much needed every now and then. Graphic patterns and neutrals, brilliant concept. The red shoes are just perfect.
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Great combination! Lovely look!
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The red boots are so fun! I love them as a pop of color with your neutral print mix.
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Cool outfit looking amazing on you doll.
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Those are such fun boots!
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Very cool! Love the neutral tones with the pop of red. Really nice.
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Madison, I really like how you layered the items, such a cute lace tank 🙂
You look marvelous Madison! Love everything you wear and I love the pop of red. The booties are fabulous. Well no one ever thought I was an art student. I wouldn't mind though. Have a wonderful Monday!
xx Mira
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Those boots are just beyond awesome – they seriously make such a statement!
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Very pretty! I like the natural tones of the outfit, completed with such cute red booties 🙂
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The boots are fab! x
The red boots are so fun! I love them as a pop of color with your neutral print mix.
Chic on the Cheap
Those are such fun boots!
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Very cool! Love the neutral tones with the pop of red. Really nice.
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Madison, I really like how you layered the items, such a cute lace tank 🙂
Love your Cardigan
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Stunning doll, I love the boots with this as well, the pop of colour is so lovely!! They look comfy to wear as well. I hope you have a great week ahead xx
You look marvelous Madison! Love everything you wear and I love the pop of red. The booties are fabulous. Well no one ever thought I was an art student. I wouldn't mind though. Have a wonderful Monday!
xx Mira
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That cardigan is super-chic!!
Those boots are just beyond awesome – they seriously make such a statement!
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I love the long striped cardigan!
I am sure this is a big honour that the lady asked you this! Nice outfit and the boots look great!
Love your Cardigan
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Stunning doll, I love the boots with this as well, the pop of colour is so lovely!! They look comfy to wear as well. I hope you have a great week ahead xx
That cardigan is super-chic!!
Amazing outfit. I love the whole style 😉
Love Minnja
Lovely pattern mixing! I really like the bright red boots too – what a great colour! 🙂
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I love the long striped cardigan!
I am sure this is a big honour that the lady asked you this! Nice outfit and the boots look great!
Those boots are awesome, Madison! And yeah….with the outfit, you do look a bit like an art student:)
Hope ur having a fab weekend.
This is such a stylish outfit, i love the colors contrast, everything you put together is well done. I believed you will get asking more and hearing more of sweet compliments from people out there:).
Have a great evening:).
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It's definitely happened! I get such varied responses based on what I wear! And I can definitely see why they asked if you were an art student! LOVE the red boots. Great choice, Madison!
Amazing outfit. I love the whole style 😉
Love Minnja
Lovely pattern mixing! I really like the bright red boots too – what a great colour! 🙂
Away From The Blue
I am in love with your cardigan it's such a great outfit.
Those boots are awesome, Madison! And yeah….with the outfit, you do look a bit like an art student:)
Hope ur having a fab weekend.
This is such a stylish outfit, i love the colors contrast, everything you put together is well done. I believed you will get asking more and hearing more of sweet compliments from people out there:).
Have a great evening:).
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I am in love with your cardigan it's such a great outfit.