Super Saturated

Thrifted grey little boy blazer, 

Cynthia Steffe mustard blouse (similar style here), 

H&M purple silk midi skirt (we love this look too), 
Forever 21 platform heels,

Nanette Lepore handbag (previously seen here and here).

Lately, I've been really into bright color-blocking but after taking inventory of my closet and realizing most of what I own is either black, neutral or navy I realized I would need to live out my fashion inspiration through Lauren.

When I first pitched my idea, Lauren hated it. She may be into crazy prints, but this was a look she couldn't see herself wearing. Thankfully, I'm very persuasive, so I convinced her to borrow my H&M midi skirt (which by the way, was a total fashion misstep for someone who is 5'2) and pair it with the brightest top she had in her closet. Originally, that was a bright blouse previously worn here. Lauren blanched and honestly I did too. She looked like a Lisa Frank sticker. So, instead we settled on the Cynthia Steffe mustard blouse pictured above and, with a cropped blazer to pull the look together, we took off for brunch. 

In the end, Lauren was totally into the look and I tried not to look so smug. Sometimes stepping outside your comfort zone with fashion can be a good thing!

xx, M