Thursday 8 October 2020

Printed Shorts and Cardigans For Spring With Blue Bags

I was so excited when it started warming up for spring as I'd wanted to try a few shorts and cardigan outfits! September brought some very warm weather with it though, so I haven't been able to wear this combination as much as I'd like. I did enjoy wearing it when I could though, just a handful of times. A cardigan is a nice way to add more colour to a grey tee and printed shorts outfit.

What I wore:

mustard cardigan with grey tee blue printed culottes shorts teal balenciaga first bag | awayfromblue

Balenciaga first bag in 2006 Blue India with navy printed shorts | awayfromtheblue

awayfromblue Instagram | mustard cardigan grey tee printed culotte shorts spring outfit with balenciaga first bag





Jacket: thrifted SES Fashions mustard yellow cardigan
Necklace: Kmart blue multi-colour beaded necklace
Shorts: Kmart culotte short in navy lemon print
Tee: thrifted Cotton on grey tunic tee
ShoesConverse Chuck Taylor All Star low in white
BagBalenciaga first bag in 2006 Blue India

Why I wore it:

These shorts were a Kmart clearance find in January 2019 but this is only their 6th wear. I've done a 30 wears post on another pair of blue printed shorts before, so I have lots of ideas for how to wear these and I'm sure they will get more wear this spring and summer. I really like wearing yellow with them, even though this mustard cardigan doesn't match the lemon print on the shorts I liked the two different yellows together.

The cardigan added a fun pop with the grey tee too, and while the blue wooden beaded necklace matched some of the colours in the print, the teal Balenciaga first bag was another pop of colour that I really like wearing with yellows!

After the school run the little one and I went to the local park for a little scoot around, and ran a few errands before school pickup and then sports in the evening.





What I wore:

spring park outfit mum style purple cardigan navy accessories with grey tee black printed pull on shorts converse | awayfromblue

black printed pull on shorts with Rebecca Minkoff Micro Bedford zip satchel in twilight navy | away from the blue

awayfromtheblue Instagram | black pull on printed shorts outfit with grey tee purple cardigan and navy accessories converse

Jacket: Jeanswest Peggie kimono cardigan in purple mulberry marle
Necklace: thrifted blue statement beaded necklace (new purchase)
TeeAtmos&Here charcoal grey v neck tee
Shorts: Jeanswest Parker printed shirred short
ShoesConverse Chuck Taylor All Star low in black
BagRebecca Minkoff Micro Bedford zip satchel in twilight

Why I wore it:

This was a very strange day, weather-wise! It was so windy in the morning we decided to take the kids to the park to fly their kite. However when the wind wasn't blowing it was really warm and sunny. I debated on shorts or jeans and in the end decided a cardigan and printed shorts combo would be perfect instead. I really enjoyed wearing this, this cardigan was nice to block some of the wind but not so thick that I felt overheated in the sun.

I like blue and purple together, so with the monochromatic grey tee and black pull on printed shorts I thought I'd add some navy blue accessories. The recently thrifted beaded necklace pairs really nicely with the Rebecca Minkoff micro Bedford bag, and I like the way the navy works with the purple cardigan.

Nice comfortable outfit for a quiet Saturday.



How You Can Wear It:

Early spring days where it's warm enough for bare legs or bare arms but not both together is perfect weather for a cute pair of printed shorts and a light cardigan. Adding a cardigan is a good way to bring more colour to your outfit too.



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46 comments:

  1. It's a very cute outfit! I really liked the cardigans color.

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  2. I love that you're transitioning into shorts while I'm getting all my cold weather clothes out of storage as winter fast approaches!

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  3. WOW! Cool oitfits and lovely bags ))

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  4. It can definitely be hard to dress when the weather is all over the place! Glad you were able to stay stylish through it all. I absolutely love that first pair of shorts. They are SO cute!
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  5. Two fabulous outfits, Mica. Especially loving the first look with the yellow cardigan!
    Ellibelle's Corner

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  6. Great post, long cardigans is beautiful.

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  7. Your bags are so gorgeous

    Love,

    Serene xoxo ♥

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  8. I wish I still had the legs for shorts! Those printed pairs look gorgeous on you, though. I particularly love the first pair with its pops of yellow, white and - I think - pink. The mustard cardigan provides a wonderful contrast. I do hope you'll get lots of wear out of both shorts this season, Mica! xxx

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    1. You could definitely rock shorts! :) I agree it's best to wear whatever you feel comfortable in though.

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  9. I love a printed short- such a cute alternative to denim!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  10. I loved the yellow cardigan, it really suits more with mild days.
    I loved the looks!

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  11. Cool Shorts! Haha definitely not short weather in Scotland now - very chilly!

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  12. You're going into shorts - we're going into jeans :)
    Both in cardigans though! YAHOO

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  13. You have such pretty outfits Mica and you look great in them. Enjoy the end of the week and weekend.

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  14. Super cute looks. Glad to know that printed shorts are still in for spring over there. Hope they will return for spring here next year.

    LOVE both outfits but the contrast between that yellow cardi and the gray and blue in the first outfit really makes it special.

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    1. I'd still wear them even if they weren't trendy, I love these shorts! :)

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  15. The lemon print shorts are absolute love. The yellow cardigan adds a nice contrast to the look.
    xoxo
    Lovely
    www.mynameislovely.com

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  16. This is such a pretty look, Mica - you are radiant in yellow! It's perfect with the deep blue.

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  17. Love them all, especially the yellow cardigan!

    Thanks for sharing


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  18. These shorts are so cute and look comfortable. Happy weekend x

    Laura
    https://www.beautywithlala.com/

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  19. Both of your printed shorts are so cute! I wear cardigans with shorts in the spring and early fall a lot too!

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  20. Cardigans are my favorte layering piece as well. I like the first outfit with the yellow one a lot.

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  21. Totally besotted with the first look, blue & yellow is one of my fav color combinations!
    Kisses, Paola.

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  22. Ah these looks are so fun, I really like the first one those shorts you got at K-Mart on clearance are just great!

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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  23. I really like this styling!! I've worn similar outfits and it's great to just be casual hehe. I love that you have a colored bag for every outfit you have! Great way to style things up hehe. I love the patterns of your printed shorts. I got into them and they're great! Have a great weekend!!

    Nancy ✨ exquisitely.me

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  24. Great colour combo as always! Love the yellow and grey together:)

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  25. Both shorts outfits are great Mica. I always love how you add a necklace to make it more special!!
    XOOX
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  26. Love your pair of print shorts. Definitely so cute with a bright colored cardigan.
    Happy weekend!

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  27. These are both very cute outfits, Mica. I like the printed shorts and wearing them with a cardigan is a great way to add a layer and it brings the whole look together. I hope you have a lovely weekend! - Amy
    https://stylingrannymama.com/

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  28. Oh so cute style darling
    Great outfits
    xx

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  29. Loving this look so much! Loving the color combination. Lovely Post!
    Allurerage
    Thetrendybride

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  30. Lovely and casual outfits, and you are always great to add a pop of color!
    That yellow cardigan is so brilliant!!

    akiko
    www.akikohiramatsu.com

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    1. I do love adding a touch of colour to my outfits! :)

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  31. Lovely shorts sweetheart 💙💙 Regards!!

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  32. I loved your blog, and you dress really well. You are awesome. kisses https://beperes.blogspot.com/

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  33. I love your print shorts, they look amazing! Lucky you, just moving into spring...while we are heading into the cold of autumn here!!😝😉
    WOW, I do love that bag too. It is so unusual.😊😊

    Have a great day.

    Hugs xxx

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  34. I love both way you have styled these shorts. Both of these outfits are chic, but I prefer the first one because yellow and blue is one of my fav colour combos. That yellow cardi is so cool. YOu have a great collection of bags btw.

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  35. These printed shorts are so cute, especially with the colored cardis! I need some more bags in colors, I love these shades of blues in yours!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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  36. Love both of these printed shorts! I adore the mix of colors with both looks.

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  37. The print on these shorts are so cute! I love how you added the pop of color with the cardigan too. Hope you all had a nice weekend! See you for the linkup tomorrow!

    Shauna

    www.lipglossandlace.net

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  38. Your short are super cute. I hardly wear short

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  39. Both those pairs of printed shorts are so cute! I especially love the first look with the yellow cardigan, it works perfectly with those shorts!

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  40. Thanks all for your kind comments!

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