True Blue

5.22.2012


Patrizia Pepe sweater (similar look here), 
Forever 21 Paris printed tank, 
Vintage belt and necklaces,
Thrifted foldover clutch (similar style here).

Come summer, Micol and I pretty much live in cutoff denim shorts, so when I saw these chino ones at Uniqlo in a bunch of different shades, I quickly scooped them up in hopes of adding a little variation to our warm weather wardrobe. They're a bit more preppy than what I usually go for, but I like the clean, simple cut and imagine that they'll be great to color block with as well.

Here I chose to pair them with varying tones of blue and white for a casual off-hours look, ideal for running errands in the hood. I think it's safe to say that everyone looks awesome in royal blue, and you can never go wrong in a worn out, printed tank (Paris reference optional).

xL
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42 comments :

  1. DominikaMay 22, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    I love the combination of different shades of blue and your hair looks so lovely in the pictures!

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  2. Tinacious MeMay 22, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    love the blue combination!
    Tinacious Me

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  3. Votre AmieMay 22, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    I LOVE the blues - Such a fantastic, rich color - and oh heck yeah with that comfy Paris tee!!
    x
    www.iloveublank.blogspot.com

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  4. SusannMay 22, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    Great look - the sweater is great and I love the colour!

    Fashion in Pepperland

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  5. Ka MilaMay 22, 2012 at 10:36 AM

    so cute :))

    www.live-style20.blogspot.com ; **

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  6. IreneMay 22, 2012 at 11:16 AM

    Nice outfit!!
    Love your hair!!

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  7. CP and KWMay 22, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    I adore your cardigan and love the way it pulls the outfit together - the pop of color brings out the rest of your details - like the belt. Lovely!
    -kw, ladiesinnavy

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  8. Houndstooth & High HeelsMay 22, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    That is such a great color! I love how you're able to look comfortable and slouchy yet still put together!

    http://houndstoothandhighheels.blogspot.com/

    xo, S

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  9. HannaMay 22, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    oh I love it! that blue color is amazing :)

    xo, Hanna
    http://whoishanna.blogspot.com/

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  10. AngelaMay 22, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    Hi! Love all the blue with silver accessoires! It says casual chic with a hint of glam. Love the clutch too. Following you on bloglovin'. :)

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  11. jennifer lane designsMay 22, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    love that sweater! so cute.

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  12. AnonymousMay 22, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    Great style! I like it.

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  13. MaliaMay 22, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    Never gets that warm for us to wear shorts here sadly, you look great.

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  14. Aurélie and AngeloMay 22, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    I'm completely mesmerized by that wonderful cobalt blue of the cardigan, so beautiful! Love the shorts too and the off-white/blue colour scheme in this look! Absolutely gorgeous and stylish as always! xxx

    http://aurelieandangelo.com

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  15. Thea vintageMay 22, 2012 at 2:59 PM

    Cobolt blue is such a beautiful colour!

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  16. AndreaMay 22, 2012 at 3:53 PM

    You look great. I love your vintage necklaces!
    xo Andrea

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  17. HeatherMay 22, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    I love the blue on you!!! Also love the "grandma" type of cardigan.There is nothing like a comfy cardi.

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  18. TraceysFashionOutlookMay 22, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    This cobalt blue contrast really pops!

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  19. AnonymousMay 22, 2012 at 6:50 PM

    Love this color on you! You look great!

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  20. Love, YMay 22, 2012 at 7:00 PM

    i love the hues of blue :) and chino shorts are awesome! Doesn't quite compare to cut off levis though ;)

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  21. CathyMay 22, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    These shorts are adorable and I'm loving all the shades of blue in your outfit! I agree with your comment about making denim shorts a go to summer piece...and this summer it's cutoffs in every color of the spectrum for me! Btw- your hair looks gorgeous!

    @Cathy_Showan
    http://cstyledesign.blogspot.com

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  22. Arika YasmineMay 22, 2012 at 8:09 PM

    Cool style you got!
    I love the blue cardigan which makes the style even cooler!
    Nice blue & white combination

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  23. Linda Lanae Nguyen-Bailey : Fashion Recycler.May 22, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    Really love this casual look, ladies.

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  24. AlexandraMay 22, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    can i maybe have your hair? it's so gorgeous!
    and i know what you mean -- i live in denim cutoffs in the summer. i just bought a pair of acid wash high rise cutoffs -- i feel like my mom in 1985.
    really love your blog! i'm officially suscribed :)

    -alexandra
    http://alexisinodak.blogspot.com/

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  25. CollectionsMay 22, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    Lovely sweater.

    Collections

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  26. KristinaMay 23, 2012 at 1:05 AM

    Hello! I just came across your wonderful blog and was wondering if we could follow each other on Blogger (via GFC) and Twitter? Take care. :)

    — Kristina (pink-sequins@blogspot.com)

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  27. JaegerMay 23, 2012 at 2:06 AM

    gorgeous cardigan!

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    xx

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  28. The Key To ChicMay 23, 2012 at 2:15 AM

    Ah, how pretty! I wish we had Uniqlo on the West Coast. I always stock up when I'm in the Soho store!

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  29. immerlightMay 23, 2012 at 5:07 AM

    Love this color!!! And al outfit is amazing!

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  30. Nathalie Kartika PutriMay 23, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Gorgeous cardigan! Love the color combination! Following you, mind following back?

    natzcracker

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  31. Baby Budget BlogMay 23, 2012 at 11:03 AM

    Brilliant cardi!

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  32. Rosalinda TjioeMay 23, 2012 at 11:03 AM

    Amazing outfit! Love the oversized cardigan! X

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  33. Diana TeodoroMay 23, 2012 at 11:05 AM

    Hi! Thanks for visiting and following!:)
    I really liked your blog as well! Will follow and stop by again!;)
    Love,
    Diana from http://thegirlwhocouldntbeafashionista.blogspot.com/

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  34. AnonymousMay 23, 2012 at 12:49 PM

    Following you on GFC and Bloglovin'.

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  35. GraceMay 23, 2012 at 6:12 PM

    Wow, I must say...I just love how you paired the blue shorts with a blue cardigan! You look AMAZING.

    xo
    http://hautecouture3.blogspot.com

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  36. Little Red BookMay 23, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    This blue looks really good on you!

    http://www.littleredbook-thatshaute.blogspot.com
    @littleredbookxo

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  37. AnonymousMay 24, 2012 at 12:22 AM

    Love this outfit so much! The blue cardigan looks great!

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  38. Life's a shoeMay 24, 2012 at 4:25 AM

    love this look, I love all the blues!

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  39. Lolita in the MixMay 24, 2012 at 7:59 AM

    Love the blue color and those shorts! Great as ever dear! That is why I awarded you the liebster award! Check it out on my newest post! You deserve it!

    http://lolitainthemix.blogspot.com/2012/05/liebster-award.html

    xoxo

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  40. LissyMay 24, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    Absolutely love your blue outfit!!

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  41. StalkingIsAllowedMay 28, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    My favorite new thing: monochrome looks! Love the blue :-)
    I just posted on a nude pink monochrome look as well, check it out:
    http://stalkingisallowed.com/?p=726

    xx

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  42. Arra AbellaJune 4, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    Definitely lovin' this outfit! Love the vibrant colors!

    Arra
    theprincessonthebrink.blogspot.com

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