Wednesday 16 September 2015

Printed Maxi Skirts, Scarves and Grey Jumpers: SAHM Winter Style

While the winter weather hung around a little longer than expected to in Brisbane, I took the chance to enjoy getting layered up with some grey knits and printed scarves. It was easy to take the scarves off as it heated up in the middle of the day.

What I wore:

Away From Blue Blog | Grey Jumper printed scarf tribal maxi skirt red bag

Away From Blue blog | Marc by Marc Jacobs Little Ukita bag in Rock Lobster
ScarfMarc by Marc Jacobs scarf in Island pine-print
JumperTopshop grey knitted scoop neck top
Skirt: Izabel London Aztec print maxi skirt (C/O)
ShoesWalnut Melbourne 'Ava' black lizard ballet flats
BagMarc by Marc Jacobs Little Ukita bag in Rock Lobster

Why I wore it:

Wore this to work from home and do the day care drop off/pick up. Nice and comfy! I'd had the idea of wearing this grey jumper and skirt together, but when I put it on it seemed a bit dull. I decided on this scarf to try add some colour, and the bright bag too.

I really wish I could fold this scarf better. It's got a beautiful, colourful print in the centre but I always seem to show more of the cream border than anything when I wear it.


Last worn: printed scarf, grey knit, printed maxi skirt, ballet flats, Marc by Marc Jacobs Ukita bag.

Other ways to wearprinted scarf with pink and blue, grey knit and a third trimester belly, printed maxi skirt and a black tee, ballet flats and a pencil skirt, Marc by Marc Jacobs Ukita bag and a maxi dress.


More grey knits, under $50:






What I wore:

Away From Blue blog | Print mixing casual maxi skirt SAHM style outfit

Away From Blue Marc by Marc Jacobs Lil Ukita Red rock lobster bag
Scarf: red tartan scarf
JumperWarehouse grey bead front jumper
Skirt: Target black and white striped maxi skirt
ShoesWalnut Melbourne 'Ava' black lizard ballet flats
Bracelets: the usual
BagMarc by Marc Jacobs Little Ukita bag in Rock Lobster

Why I wore it:

Since I'd liked the grey knit and printed maxi skirt combination above, I wore a similar version again to run some errands and go to the doctors.

I wasn't too sure about the beaded detail on the top and the print in the scarf, if it looked a bit too 'busy'. I changed my opinion back and forth a few times during the day, and I'm still undecided now looking at the photos. Probably not a combination I'd try again, even though I wouldn't call it a complete outfit fail.


Last worn: red tartan scarfembellished jumper, striped maxi skirt, black ballet flats (above), Marc by Marc Jacobs Ukita bag (above).

Other ways to wearred tartan scarf and jeansembellished jumper and skinny jeans, striped maxi skirt and a blue jumper, black ballet flats and a printed dress, Marc by Marc Jacobs Ukita bag with a black outfit.



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61 comments:

  1. Great layered looks, love your grey sweater and the pretty pops of red!! Love your MJ bag, you always have the best bags.
    Marta
    www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com

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  2. i liked second outfit more - everything is perfect, i love this skirt!
    xo

    http://casuallydressed.com/

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  3. I don't think the second look is too busy! The design on your top is so subtle that it works!

    Fizz and Frosting

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  4. I love jumpers and I can't wait til I can wear mine again :) Love the way you mix and match things so great and lovely scarves x

    Florals&Smiles
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  5. LOVE your maxi so much! Looking lovely lady.

    Rae | Love from Berlin

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  6. Super pretty I really like the printed maxi skirts :D

    RedLip&Love

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  7. Your Marc by Marc Jacobs bag is gorgeous! I'm loving the colour of it so much!

    Raindrops of Sapphire

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    1. Thanks! It's "rock lobster", a kind of pinkish red. I really like it! :)

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  8. Great styling !
    Nina
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    www.titritmode.com

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  9. I love the beaded top of the second outfit. I think I probably agree with you that the pattern of the scarf is clashing a little too much especially as the beading is so lovely. But it's always good to try these things. The red is fantastic against the grey and black.

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    1. Thank you! I agree, like you said it's always good to try something once. Especially with clothes, they are just clothes in the end :)

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  10. I like the red scarf and red bag combo! Your gray sweaters are making me so ready for fall.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  11. Again I love both of these styles, but my favorite is the first one, that Aztec maxi skirt is TDF! The gray sweater is the perfect match along with the red purse.
    xox
    Lenya
    FashionDreams&Lifestyle

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  12. Both of these maxi skirts are awesome...and that red bag matches them both perfectly. It is such a nice pop of colour. Plus, I like both scarves you wore....fabulous outfits dear.

    Have a nice day!

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  13. I like both of these outfits - so cute!

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  14. Well I hope it warms up for you soon! Next week is officially fall for us, so I know you are totally ready for Spring over there. (; I love that scarves are pretty and functional. We totally just need them to work with everything, especially as these last few days start to cool off. I love that design on that second sweater and actually remember you wearing it before. Come to think ,I'm pretty sure it was one of your first posts I ever commented on! (:

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    1. I am so glad our spring weather is here at last, it's only taken a month to arrive...sheesh! haha.
      That top is a very memorable one, I like it, just a shame I didn't wear it more while the weather was cooler! :)

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  15. I didn't really even notice the beads on your sweater at first so I don't think it looks too busy at all! You look great!

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    1. Thanks! It's a subtle but lovely design :)

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  16. I'm looking at your maxi skirts and am feeling totally inspired to use my maxi dresses as a skirt, and dress the top part… thank you for the inspiration ;) which I am in such a need for!

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    1. Glad I could give you some inspiration Lorena! :) Maxi skirts and dresses are great, I love wearing them! :)

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  17. I really love the pops of red in the second look. I understand your frustration at folding scarves. I can never seem to get it quite right.

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    1. I wish there was a way to learn, haha! I'm always never getting it to look how I want!

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  18. I love the styling of the scarfs, mine always look like I've wrapped a tea towel round my neck. And another to die for bag! What is your secret?! Have a lovely week and I hope the toddler is better soon. :)

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    1. haha thank you! I have a pretty shocking handbag habit, that's the secret ;)

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  19. I love tartan scarves and flannels! It's just turning into autumn here in the UK and I am practically living in all the tartan stuff!
    Aleeha xXx

    http://www.halesaaw.com/

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  20. love your maxi skirts, you style them great!
    x,Abril
    The Color Palette

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  21. I like how your red bag and scarf matched! <3 You're so pretty too!

    Marisa
    http://summersnackies.blogspot.co.id

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  22. Great looks! I love the pops of color!

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  23. Loving the long skirts! They're so beautiful and easy to wear!

    Connie | Sponsored by Coffee | Etsy

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  24. I love the bag and scarves, they are so beautiful! You look so pretty. x

    www.elabellaworld.com

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  25. I love the casual look of an untucked sweater and maxi skirt. Beautiful!

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  26. I love both skirts but that pattern on the first one is amazing!! XOXO
    -Lauren Blair
    www.prefertobedemure.com

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  27. I like the gray knit top. Oh if only it wasn't so humid in my country!

    www.annescribblesanddoodles.blogspot.com

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    1. I'm just waiting for it to heat up here, haha! Spring is coming slowly!

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  28. Lovely styling, Mica! Your second one is my fave. The plaid scarf and your Marc Jacobs bag are such a match together. Lovely!

    JOURNAL OF STYLE / BLOGLOVIN

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  29. I think the beads and the print work. I love how you layer so well.

    Victoria xx thedaisyjaynes.com

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  30. I love both of these looks--you're right, the scarf and bag in the first look really add so much to the overall look. It really works! You have some great maxi skirts, and scarves for that matter!

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  31. Love the first maxi skirt, the red bag goes so well with both outfits! You are so cute <3

    -Lily from www.withlovelilyrose.com

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  32. Oooh love that colorful scarf you added to that first look! It's finally cooling down enough here that I might be able to break out my own scarves :D Haha, you're giving me inspiration!

    The Dragonfruit Diaries
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    1. Soon our temperatures will be exactly the same, haha! Glad I could give you some inspiration :)

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  33. I love your bag.
    So pretty and the red color is striking

    The Bandwagon Chic | Instagram | Bloglovin | Snapchat: bandwagonchic

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  34. That red bag is fabulous! Love both of these layered looks! My favorite is the first one with the aztec print skirt!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

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  35. i swear you have the best bag collection! i love that red scarf so.

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  36. Mica, weathers are getting crazy and even we're living in different countries, we're also complaining about the heat and in your case--the cold of winter hihi..
    Don't worry, with more practice you can showcase the loveliness of that scarf designs eventually :)

    xoxo
    Jhem | JhemSays.com

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  37. I love how well you wear your scarves! I live a scarfy life vicariously through you, because I for the life of me cannot wear or manage scarves! I have 4 to be exact, which usually hang out in my closet :(. Love the layered look, we are starting to have to layer here since fall is coming..its still pretty unseasonably warm( not that I am complaining) but soon I will become a disguised penguin, and that wont be fun!

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    1. I have way too many scarves, haha! I think everyone has something they collect a lot of, mine happens to be scarves. Easier to justify another scarf purchase than another handbag purchase ;)

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  38. I'm just starting to incorporate scarves into my wardrobe. I use to think they were a hassle, but they're easy to take on & off throughout the day depending on the weather. You look lovely in the photos!

    Z · HELLOZAUNI.COM

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    1. They are great layering pieces, definitely! :)

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  39. I love the pop of colour your bag provides!

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  40. These outfits are so you, Mica. I love both of those gray jumpers.

    Enjoy the weekend!

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  41. Those sweater tops and maxi skirts look really good paired together.
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  42. I love the second look, 3 patterns and it looks amazing together!

    Thank you for joining TBT Fashion link up and hope to see you next week. Have a great weekend!

    Alice
    www.happpinessatmidlife.com

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  43. looking lovely Mica. I hope you had a nice week. Bron x

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  44. such cute maxi skirts! Haha I know what you mean about being undecided about an outfit...I hate it when I can't make up my mind if something works or not and then I just end up feeling really self-conscious the whole time. It looks great though, and I love the pops of red! :)

    Metallic Paws

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    1. Yeah, it's not nice being unsure and unconfident. But at the end of the day, it's only clothes, so not the end of the world, we can change afterwards and forget all about it, haha!

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  45. Thank you all for your kind comments :)

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  46. Love how you combined these sweaters with maxi skirts! They both look so elegant and beautiful! Very simple but gorgeous outfits!

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