The Art of Mixing Prints

I'd like to thank nature for being beautiful enough to wear. Myself, I'm a loyal supporter of floral and leopard prints since 1993, when I donned an animal print dress under my cap and gown. Today, when I mix patterns, I go for more abstract nature-inspired prints such as this watercolor rose print skirt from Urban Outfitters. 

When it comes to how to mix prints fashionably, there are 3 simple rules:

• Contrast prints works, as long as each print is of similar size. One huge print will dominate the look, not compliment it.
• Stripes go with anything. Yes, everything. 
• Choose colors that are in the same wheel house. Too stark of a color contrast can turn your prints from flattering to funky.

Easy peasy. 

Speaking of nature, check out homeboy trying to get some camera time. Cheeky little guy.

There's a lot of these little dudes where I live which is making me think the term "f*&$ like bunnies" really is true.

Outfit Details:

Crewneck Tee - Gap (similar style) / Abstract Floral Print Tulup Hem Skirt - Urban Outfitters / Shoemint Adrienne Pump / Leopard Print Satchel - Forever 21 / Arty Ring / Duel Tone Spike Bracelet - c/o Part of the House Of Jeffers x Ettika stack bracelet set / Leather Stud Bracelet - Gap

Bangs and Bracelets

First, I want to say thank you for all the wonderful support I received with Friday's Beyond The Blog post. It really warms my heart to know there are people who genuinely take an interest in House Of Jeffers. This makes me so much more excited to push myself on so many levels, and I'm uber happy to hear that the new additions are welcomed! 

But enough about that... Let's talk accessories!

One website I fancy stalking is Ettika. Filled to the brim with decked-out bracelets adorned with chain links, crystals, leather, and pretty much every spike, bead and color under the sun, I often get lost in their assortment of stacked bracelets.

Outfit:

Satin Peplum Top - Urban Outfitters

Chihuahua Necklace - purchased at Bust Craftacular 2 years ago

Black Skinny Pants - H&M

Gina Wedge - Shoemint

House Of Jeffers Stack courtesy of Ettika features (from top to bottom):

Duel Tone with Spikes Bracelet in Black and White

Tassel Your Heart Pink Bracelet

Violet Vintage Ribbon Bracelet with Pyramid Studs

So when Ettika invited me to create a stack of bracelets named after House Of Jeffers, I was beyond giddy! I chose three dishy bracelets that incorporate my favorite colors (pink, black and pink), gold chains and of course, spikes. To me, it encompasses what I love in any outfit: a bright colour, some badass spikes and fem details. Check out the House Of Jeffers stack on their site, and get inspired to create one of your own!

And as you might have seen on my Instagram account, I cut my hair last week. While I get that it might not be that noticeable to ya'll, to me, I feel like 4 inches was chopped. You know that initial shock you get sometimes when you cut your hair? That was me for two days. It's hair, it'll grow back ... but it looks like I probably won't be telling my hairstylist to "cut off whatever needs to go" again.