Month: March 2016

Floral Dresses

Winter is gone and it’s time to bring out the flowers

Floral Dress from Shein

Floral Dress from Shein by karlajkitty featuring a floral print dress

Girly florals and princess dresses are huge this season, and run the gamut from wild multi-color blooms to more low-key monochromes.

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From Elle:

Calling all girly girls: Those dresses your four-year-old-self imagined you’d wear while having tea with the queen (played dutifully by your stuffed bear, Nursey) are on full display this season. Dolce & Gabbana created a fairy tale wonderland for its spring 2016 runway show, but with our roundup of ruffled confections, garden florals, and frothy dresses, you can achieve those princess vibes IRL. Here, 17 of our favorites.
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Inspiration

White Spaghetti Strap Backless ibiscus Floral Dress

  • Price: $15.40
  • Price: $15.39
  • Price: $21.99

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Billabong Lovely Roads Coral Pink Floral Print Dress

  • Price: $49.95

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Matching Shoes and bag with Pastels

How do you match your shoes and handbag to a pastel dress?

Women’s’ shoes have been all over the map color-wise for the last decade or so.  Maybe I’m a bit old fashioned but I think shoes should at least match your outfit or complement it.

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When making this set I thought the bag and shoes should be in the same color family as the dress but a matching pastel seemed to disappear against the lovely print.  A darker wine/burgundy enhances the soft pinks and makes a striking statement.  The Joan Burgundy tote from Brenda Macleod is functional and works with just about any outfit.

Pastel Dress

Lets see how the designers at Polyvore match shoes with pastel dresses:

Here’s some lovely pastel designs from Zazzle:

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Monogram Pastel Pink Zigzag Custom Baby BlanketMonogram Pastel Pink Zigzag Custom Baby Blanket

Pastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid InvitationPastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid Invitation

Pastel Name Polka Dot Barely There iPhone 6 CasePastel Name Polka Dot Barely There iPhone 6 Case

Flowers, Monogram, Purple, White, Pastel Classic White Coffee MugFlowers, Monogram, Purple, White, Pastel Classic White Coffee Mug

Colorful Pastel Lights Bokeh Business CardColorful Pastel Lights Bokeh Business Card

Peonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Postage StampPeonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Postage Stamp

Colorful Pastel Lights Bridal Shower InvitationColorful Pastel Lights Bridal Shower Invitation

Custom Color Background Pastel Damask Pattern Ribbon Hair TieCustom Color Background Pastel Damask Pattern Ribbon Hair Tie

Peonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Throw PillowPeonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Throw Pillow

Pastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid InvitationPastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid Invitation

Pastel Teal and Gray Stationery Suite for Women Post-it® NotesPastel Teal and Gray Stationery Suite for Women Post-it® Notes

Monogram, Flowers, Blue, Pastel, Girly, Cute Basic Round Button KeychainMonogram, Flowers, Blue, Pastel, Girly, Cute Basic Round Button Keychain

Pastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid InvitationPastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid Invitation

Pastel Name Polka Dot Barely There iPhone 6 Plus CasePastel Name Polka Dot Barely There iPhone 6 Plus Case

Personalized Pastel Gymnastics Words Typography PosterPersonalized Pastel Gymnastics Words Typography Poster

modern fine pastel color monogram barely there iPhone 6 casemodern fine pastel color monogram barely there iPhone 6 case

Floral Bouquet | Let's Shower the Bride | Bridal 5x7 Paper Invitation CardFloral Bouquet | Let’s Shower the Bride | Bridal 5×7 Paper Invitation Card

Monogram, Flowers, Green, White, Pastel Classic White Coffee MugMonogram, Flowers, Green, White, Pastel Classic White Coffee Mug

Pastel Spring Flowers Baby Shower InvitationPastel Spring Flowers Baby Shower Invitation

Elegant Pastel Watercolor Floral Boutique Decor Standard Business CardElegant Pastel Watercolor Floral Boutique Decor Standard Business Card

Peonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Water BottlePeonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Water Bottle

modern fine pastel colors tough iPhone 6 casemodern fine pastel colors tough iPhone 6 case

Monogram Pastel Pink Zigzag Custom Baby BlanketMonogram Pastel Pink Zigzag Custom Baby Blanket

Chic Floral Pattern Pink Orange Pastel Watercolor Tough iPhone 6 CaseChic Floral Pattern Pink Orange Pastel Watercolor Tough iPhone 6 Case

Pastel Gymnastics Words Typography Fleece BlanketPastel Gymnastics Words Typography Fleece Blanket

Pastel Polka Dots Address LabelsPastel Polka Dots Address Labels

Pastel Spring Flowers Personalized Business CardPastel Spring Flowers Personalized Business Card

Girly Pink Owl Budget Tote Budget Tote BagGirly Pink Owl Budget Tote Budget Tote Bag

Peonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Budget Tote BagPeonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Budget Tote Bag

Cute Girly Colorful Pastel Nebula Aztec Pattern Cases For iPad MiniCute Girly Colorful Pastel Nebula Aztec Pattern Cases For iPad Mini

Monogram Blue Chevron Zigzag Custom Baby BlanketMonogram Blue Chevron Zigzag Custom Baby Blanket

2016 Calendar Pastel Mousepad2016 Calendar Pastel Mousepad

Pastel flowers and butterflies license platePastel flowers and butterflies license plate

Colorful Pastel Lights Rehearsal Dinner InvitationColorful Pastel Lights Rehearsal Dinner Invitation

Chic Floral Pattern Pink Orange Pastel Watercolor iPhone SE/5/5S CaseChic Floral Pattern Pink Orange Pastel Watercolor iPhone SE/5/5S Case

Personalized Pastel Cheerleading Words Typography PosterPersonalized Pastel Cheerleading Words Typography Poster

Pastel Blue and Linen Chevrons Custom Monograms Post-it® NotesPastel Blue and Linen Chevrons Custom Monograms Post-it® Notes

Personalized Pastel Gymnastics Words Typography 5x7 Paper Invitation CardPersonalized Pastel Gymnastics Words Typography 5×7 Paper Invitation Card

Stylish Pastel Watercolor Flowers Girly Chic Mini Business CardStylish Pastel Watercolor Flowers Girly Chic Mini Business Card

Preppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern iPhone SE/5/5S CasePreppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern iPhone SE/5/5S Case

Pastel Polka Dots Baby Shower InvitationsPastel Polka Dots Baby Shower Invitations

Peonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Barely There iPhone 6 Plus CasePeonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Barely There iPhone 6 Plus Case

Pastel Floral Wreath Bridal Shower InvitationPastel Floral Wreath Bridal Shower Invitation

Damask Polka Dots Bow and Jewel Pastel Tough iPhone 6 CaseDamask Polka Dots Bow and Jewel Pastel Tough iPhone 6 Case

Pastel Pink Chevron Monogram Basic Round Button KeychainPastel Pink Chevron Monogram Basic Round Button Keychain

Preppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern Hip FlaskPreppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern Hip Flask

Pastel Gray Round StickerPastel Gray Round Sticker

Unique Boho Floral Baby Shower InvitationUnique Boho Floral Baby Shower Invitation

Pastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid | Lilac InvitationPastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid | Lilac Invitation

Personalized Pastel Figure Skater Words Typography PosterPersonalized Pastel Figure Skater Words Typography Poster

Pastel Spring Floral Wreath Bridal Shower Stamp Classic Round StickerPastel Spring Floral Wreath Bridal Shower Stamp Classic Round Sticker

Pastel Spring Flowers Bridal Shower InvitationPastel Spring Flowers Bridal Shower Invitation

Preppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern Galaxy S5 CoverPreppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern Galaxy S5 Cover

Colorful Pink Pastel Confetti Dots Kids Birthday BannerColorful Pink Pastel Confetti Dots Kids Birthday Banner

Modern Professional Elegant Wild Pastel Flower Standard Business CardModern Professional Elegant Wild Pastel Flower Standard Business Card

Mixed pastel roses by Therosegarden Heart StickerMixed pastel roses by Therosegarden Heart Sticker

Mint Green Pastel Beach Photography PosterMint Green Pastel Beach Photography Poster

Pastel Red Pink Turquoise Ombre Chevron Pattern Barely There iPhone 6 CasePastel Red Pink Turquoise Ombre Chevron Pattern Barely There iPhone 6 Case

Pastel Chevron Dragonfly Luggage TagsPastel Chevron Dragonfly Luggage Tags

Sweet Mason Jar Pink | Gray Baby Sprinkle 5x7 Paper Invitation CardSweet Mason Jar Pink | Gray Baby Sprinkle 5×7 Paper Invitation Card

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Lace Dress with Kimono

Looking for more ways to wear a kimono? Pair it with a lace dress for a lovely boho effect:

Lace Dress with Kimono
I love this medium blue color and the dark floral pattern in the kimono really sets it off.

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More inspiration:

Amuse Society La Flora Black Embroidered Kimono Top
Amuse Society La Flora Black Embroidered Kimono Top

Peony Petals Ivory and Blue Print Kimono Top
Peony Petals Ivory and Blue Print Kimono Top – $44

Russian Rose Red Floral Print Kimono Top
Russian Rose Red Floral Print Kimono Top – $44

Charmed Ivory Lace Midi Dress
Charmed Ivory Lace Midi Dress
from: Lulus.com

White Beaded Scoop Neck High Waist Ruffled Lace Dress

  • Price: $11.94

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Cute dresses from LuLu*s!!!

Dimensions of Purple

Gorgeous purple fractal blooms bring your wardrobe into Spring

Fashion and accessories based on my “Dimensions of Purple” Fractal work. Featuring beautiful glossy glowing purple gems with tiny lavender petals surrounding.

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Each design can be customized or added to with your own text and/or image.
Let me know if you would like to see this design on a particular product.

Dimensions of Purple

From Redbubble:

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Pretty Pastel Spring Dress

Nothing says “Spring” more than Pastels.

Slightly de-saturated colors are a natural progression from the winter drudgery before the wild bold colors of Summer take over.

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Pastel (color)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Pastel sticks in pastel colors

Pastels or pastel colors are the family of colors which, when described in the HSV color space, have high value and low to intermediate saturation.[1][2] The name comes from pastels, art media characteristic of this color family. The colors of this family are usually described as “soothing”,[3] “soft”, “near neutral”, “milky”, “washed out”, “desaturated”, lacking strong chromatic content.  Read more…

 

 

Blake Lively is a natural in Pastel colors:

Blake

 

Blake Lively Models

 From Shein:

Blue Seafoam Spaghetti Strap Backless Color Block Babydoll Pastel Dress

  • Price: $14.29

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My Pastel Stripes Collection:

 Pastel Stripes Apparel on Redbubble:

Pastel stripes
Redbubble scarves are available now in a variety of colors, prints, and patterns from international designers. Printed on light chiffon fabric – perfect for summer or winter.

 

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Aqua Turquoise

My Aqua Turquoise Collection for Spring

Serene marble of aqua and turquoise with a bit of sparkle. All items can be customized – just click on any item and then select “Customize It!” to add your own image and/or text, or any customization you’d like. Artwork and design by Karlajkitty

Aqua Turquoise

 Aqua Turquoise by karlajkitty featuring tech accessories

Don’t see the product you want with this design? Please contact me at info@karlajkitty.com and I’ll gladly get it published for you – never any obligation to purchase

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Black and White Stripes with Red

Spice up a monochrome outfit with a splash of red

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Black and White Stripes with Red

 

Find more monochrome stripes on Polyvore

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Cute dresses from LuLu*s!!!

Shop Wedding Gifts on Zazzle

 

Black Cropped Sweater

Black Cropped Sweater

 

 

Black Off the Shoulder Crop Knit Sweater

  • Price: $21.90

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Handbags For Spring

I just ordered a lovely pink bag for Spring from Shein (see my set below).  They have some really cute trendy bags at discount prices.

This is my first handbag purchase from Shein so I’m anxious to see it and “road test” it.  It has to be able to hold a big wallet, cell phone and cover, large headphones, a drink bottle, among other items.  Just the normal items you need to get you through the work day 😉

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What a great chic outfit for Spring:

A Splash of Pink

Looking for for a more high-end Spring bag?

expensive pink bagyani leatherMadison colorblock

How about a cute tote from Redbubble:

Red Day of the Dead Sugar Skull Panda on Yellow Kids Clothes

Butterfly Fantasy by karlajkitty
Daisy Blues by karlajkitty

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Stilettos Heels

The allure of the Stiletto Heel

What woman doesn’t feel more feminine when walking in stilettos?  They make you walk with a purpose – you have to step carefully lest you land in a sidewalk crack or grating in the pavement – and they make a killer sound.  Face it, clogs and platforms can’t quite compare with the sound of stilettos clicking across the floor.

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Stiletto heel

(From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)

A shoe with a stiletto heel

A stiletto heel is a long, thin, high heel found on some boots and shoes, usually for women.

It is named after the stiletto dagger, the phrase being first recorded in the early 1930s.[1] Stiletto heels may vary in length from 2.5 centimetres (1 inch) to 25 cm (10 inches) or more if a platform sole is used, and are sometimes defined as having a diameter at the ground of less than 1 cm (slightly less than half an inch). Stiletto-style heels 5 cm (2.0 in) or shorter are called kitten heels.

Not all high slim heels merit the description stiletto. The extremely slender original Italian-style stiletto heels of the late 1950s and very early 1960s were no more than 5 mm (0.20 in) in diameter for much of their length, although the heel sometimes flared out a little at the top-piece (tip). After their demise in the mid-late 1960s, such slender heels were difficult to find until recently due to changes in the way heels were mass-produced. A real stiletto heel has a stem of solid steel or alloy. The more usual method of mass-producing high shoe heels, i.e. moulded plastic with an internal metal tube for reinforcement, does not achieve the true stiletto shape.  Read more…

Here is my stiletto entry in a recent Polyvore Group contest – which I won first place (woot!)

I Wear My Pain Like Stilettos…

Created by eclectic-chic. Created in J’adore Fashion, J’adore Life.

Stilettos - Teal and Black

Fashionable Stilettos on a Budget:

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Black Pointy Studded PU Stiletto Heels
Black Pointy Studded PU Stiletto Heels US$33.99 (Sale)

 

Nude Point Toe Cut-work Lace Up Pumps
Nude Point Toe Cut-work Lace Up Pumps US$37.76 (Sale)
Red Point Toe Suede High Stiletto Heel Pumps
Red Point Toe Suede High Stiletto Heel Pumps US$31.24 (Sale)

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