What I wore:
Dress: French Connection blue Paisley print dress
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs metallic mouse flats
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff red micro Avery cross body bag
Why I wore it:
I had been planning to wear something more autumnal (it is autumn in Brisbane after all) but we had a crazy heatwave last month so when I had to deal with the heat and humidity I decided I'd pick a nice simple dress. This paisley print French Connection sheath dress is one of my favourites, such a classic style for work in such a fun print.With the long navy and gold tassel necklace the gold mouse flats were an obvious matchy-matchy choice. The gold accessories complimented the gold hardware on the micro Avery tote bag nicely, and the red bag was such a fun pop of colour with the blue printed dress.
Last worn: Paisley print sheath dress, navy tassel necklace, gold mouse flats, Rebecca Minkoff micro Avery tote bag.
Other ways to wear: Paisley print sheath dress in winter, gold mouse flats and pencil skirt, Rebecca Minkoff micro Avery tote bag and maxi skirt.
Perfect for pregnancy: Paisley print sheath dress in second trimester, gold mouse flats in third trimester.
What's In My Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Micro Avery Tote
What I wore:
Necklace: thrifted red flat bead necklace
Dress: Jeanswest Aztec print dress
Shoes: Walnut Melbourne 'Ava' black lizard ballet flats (also available in silver)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff red micro Avery cross body bag
Why I wore it:
The next day in the office I went completely matching, and I picked the red necklace to wear with the red micro Avery bag. It's the first time I've worn red with this navy Ikat print dress, it's such a bold and colourful combination and one I enjoy wearing so I found that surprising when I looked through my archives to see other ways I've worn it and none were with red! This dress was purchased a few years after the one above but it's still a very firm favourite - and doesn't require ironing which really makes it a winner!With the darker colours in the print, I thought the black Walnut Melbourne ballet flats were great accessories with this.
Last worn: navy Ikat print dress, red beaded necklace, Walnut Melbourne ballet flats, Rebecca Minkoff micro Avery tote bag (above).
Other ways to wear: navy Ikat print dress belted, Walnut Melbourne ballet flats ans skinny jeans, Rebecca Minkoff micro Avery tote bag and denim.
Perfect for pregnancy: navy Ikat print dress in third trimester,Walnut Melbourne ballet flats in second trimester.
Blue Printed Dresses Under $50:
How You Can Wear It:
Picking a monochromatic outfit like a printed dress in one colour and going for a small accessory or two in a contrasting colour is a fun way to try a new colour combination, or to have a new way to wear a tried and true colour combination you already love.
Weekday Wear Linkup #14
Welcome to the Weekday Wear linkup! A linkup for you to share your weekday outfits - whether that is office wear or stay at home mum wear - if you wore it on a weekday, you can link it up!
Guidelines:
1. Please link to a specific outfit post, not your blog homepage.
2. Link back to this post so others can find the link up.
3. Follow your host Away From The Blue on Bloglovin, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook or YouTube.
4. Add up to two posts and be sure to visit and comment on as many other posts as possible to get some weekday outfit inspiration!
Optional: tweet the post you linked up with the hashtag #weekdayWearLinkUp so I can retweet!
Linking up with Sunday Reflections, Mutton Style, Modest Monday, Style Sessions, Turning Heads, Confident Twosday, Colour and Grace, Style On The Daily, Fashion Frenzy, Oh Hey Girl, Fashion Files, Thursday Moda, Chic and Stylish.
Pretty dress. I love Paisley print xx
ReplyDeleteAnytime you can wear a classic cut in a fun print you have a winner! Love both of these on you, especially with your fun red bag. It's a nice addition of color.
ReplyDeleteBonus if no ironing is needed!
xo,
Kellyann
I love red and blue together too. Such a stunning and often overlooked combination. That first dress is so lovely on you. I'm so loving that print. Here's to hoping for cooler, less humid weather then!
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This is such a gorgeous bag, Mica! It really pops against both outfits. I especially like it with the second dress. It's such a pretty print! I love that your necklace complements the bag so well too. So pretty! Hope you have a wonderful week ahead, Mica! XXX
ReplyDeleteI adore the pop of color with these dresses! That first one has such a beautiful neckline. Thanks so much for the link up!
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Such a cute looking bag and in red too! Hope your having a wonderful start to the week.
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Lovely
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Red and blue look so good together! That bag is adorable and is the perfect pop of red!
ReplyDeleteJill - Doused in Pink
Mica, I love these color combinations! That first paisley dress is absolutely adorable. So my jam. And the red bag is the perfect accessory for it! Both really great looks, for sure. Have a wonderful week ahead!
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You look lovely :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful dresses! And that orange bag is perfect! Have a great week my friend!
ReplyDeleteYou're right. These color combinations are perfect! I like the long, layering necklace in the first outfit and of course I love the bag!!
ReplyDeleteCute looks, Mica. Those micro bags are so tempting, but I'm afraid they'd make me look like a giant--haha! (I'm 5'9")
ReplyDeleteAh I'm petite and much shorter so maybe that's why I love them so much! :)
DeleteLooove how bright that bag is! And hi, mouse flats!!
ReplyDeletehttps://www.closet-fashionista.com/
I do love blue and red together. It's such a great combination even for work.
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Jodie
Cute outfit! Love the pop of red!
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Such a pretty blue dress! And I love the pop of red!
ReplyDeletexx Leah / www.leahbehr.com
Such a lovely outfits and colour combo! The bag is really gorgeous and the perfect red and so you looked stunning dear!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day and an amazing week ahead! xx
I love both the paisley and ikat print dresses. You picked the best ones. And a dress that doesn't need ironing? Well, that's a plus point in my book, heheh. You looked really beautiful in these two outfits and as always, the pops of color brought via accessories made the looks fun and refreshing :) It rained here today and even though the day was gloomy I worked quite a sweat brisk-walking in the park just now! Wishing you a lovely week ahead :) xoxo
ReplyDeleteThat bag is perfect! I've always said that you have the best handbag collection!
ReplyDeletexo Deborah
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Hi Mica
ReplyDeleteI undstand why you like so much that bag its super cute!!
Despite I dont like the blue color that much you look very elegant on that dresses!!
xoxo
marisasclosetblog.com
Such a lovely dress!You look gorgeous:-)
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Pretty bag.
ReplyDeleteBernie, xx
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Both of these blue printed dresses are beautiful and look great on you. Two great outfits! I like the blue necklace you wore with the first dress and the red one you wore with the second. That red bag is beautiful too.
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That red bag is lovely - it reads as a very orange-y red to me. It pops beautifully of both blue dresses. I just love the first one - such a great cut on you!
ReplyDeleteI thought of you when I bought my velvet kimono!!
It's such a lovely kimono :) And yes, it is an orangey-toned red, so nice! :)
DeleteSo pretty, and loving the pops of color with that red RM bag <3
ReplyDeleteGreen Fashionista
Yes! This red handbag looks just amazing with both these outfits! Have a wonderful evening, Mica!
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I love that pop of red with blue!
ReplyDeleteCheryl Shops | www.cherylshops.net
The red goes so well with this outift! :)
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I love printed glasses. They are unique and so versatile. Your red micro bag is the perfect pop of color for each of them. I hope you’re having a wonderful week so far my friend.
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Cute outfits. Great look bag
ReplyDeleteYou look so pretty in both printed dresses, Mica. -But your bag is everything. Nice piece!
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed week beautiful. :-)
https://www.missymayification.co.uk
I love blue and red together tomorrow! It is such a classic color combination. I do prefer the lighter blue dress since the print show up a bit more. I hope your week is off to a great start and happy Monday!
ReplyDeleteMaureen | www.littlemisscasual.com
Such a beautiful look dear. Blue is my favorite color. XO, Ellese
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Got to love clothes that you don't have to iron. I hope you have a great week. Our started off rough with baby girl getting sick.
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I hope she is feeling better!
DeleteI just love the shade of red of your bag! It stands out so nicely against your outfits! Hope you are having a wonderful start to your week!
ReplyDeleteLove these casual looks and how you paired it with your Rebecca Minkoff bag for that pop of color. :)
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Now that is a cute little bag, love the colour. Your dresses are perfect for warmer Autumn days, we are even having quite warm days down here. Many thanks for hosting. Enjoy your Easter with your little ones.
ReplyDeleteI love the first outfit because the bag stands out from your dress and it looks pretty and polished together <3
ReplyDeleteOnly Yesterday
That paisley dress is also one of my fave dresses of yours, but no ironing is a win for sure so I love that second dress as well:D
ReplyDeleteYou really do look fab in red, Mica. The bag and necklace are such a great way to add a pop of colour to your outfits.
How gorgeous is that first dress, Mica! I love that cut little red bag, which is perfect with both dresses. I've been looking for a red vintage bag for ages, and finally found one last weekend! I hope you're having a lovely week! xxx
ReplyDeleteLove the pop of red from the bag! Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteGemma x
www.jacquardflower.uk
You look perfect for the office! And I understand what you wished to wear after the heatwave! Blue suits you simply fantastic and the bag is the perfect eye-catcher!
ReplyDeletexx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
www.dressedwithsoul.com
These printed dresses are so cute- but I LOVE the first one on you! Especially with that quick pop of color!
ReplyDelete-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
I'm soo into micro bags right now! This one looks lovely ^_^ Actually when I bought a red bag first time, I thought it will not match with many outfits, but a red bag is such a powerful thing and surprisingly I always find the ways to match it! :)
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Bri | https://www.brigitadaisy.com
Yes, this cute little bag goes with so much! :)
DeleteThese days it feels like the weather seldom wants to cooperate with the season we are supposed to be in, but I do love the blue dress and it's great with the pop of red from the bag!
ReplyDeleteChic on the Cheap
I can't get enough of that shade of red right now. It is the perfect touch of brightness for both of these looks, I love it! Have a great week Mica!
ReplyDeleteMica, that first blue dress is just darling. I love it. They're both cute, but it's my favorite. XO
ReplyDeleteI love how the red small bag adds a nice pop of color to this outfit. Lately, I've been loving to wear a lot more colors and the color palette for this outfit looks really nice.
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Both outfits look so chic.
ReplyDeleteLove the bag too.
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ReplyDeleteI love red and your bag is so pretty! Kisses.
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I would never think to team blue with red, but it looks lovely on you! xx
ReplyDeleteGemma • GemmaEtc.com ❤️
Love the red and blue together, and it's a really bright red at that. Thanks for sharing on #chicandstylish today - good luck in the giveaway Mica. x Jacqui Mummabstylish
ReplyDeleteThat bag is so chic! I love how cute the little red style of it is!
ReplyDeleteRaindrops of Sapphire
The red and blue look great together! Both printed dress are beautiful and I love the pop of color the purse gives to both looks!
ReplyDeletex Kara | http://karascloset.net
Oh that beautiful braided hair will be missed. Then again it was such a great cause that there are no regrets-
ReplyDeleteThe blue print dress is my favourite here Mica.
Yes it was definitely a good decision to donate it, but I do miss my long hair sometimes!
DeleteThank you all for your comments, and for linking up!
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