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Ps: the trail is 103km in total. I stopped earlier to meet my friends in Knokke.

Find the route & all info via @de.kust

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Casual Style, Spring/Summer, Style · 11 June 2012

Pattern mixing: Stripes and Leopard

Dress Oasis (via Asos), H&M flats and scarf, Carpisa bag
I believe I’m in love. I’m in love with this dress. A few weeks back I saw it pinned on Pinterest, and gosh, did it look perfect! Convinced that it must have been a pretty expensive little number, I was extremely suprised to find it in the ASOS sale! My shoppingban is not over yet, but I still had quite the bit left of my $60 giftcard, and decided to splurge. Best idea ever. This dress has 3/4 sleeves, a nice length and a pretty feminine shape. The fact that it’s striped is just another plus.
I have been having a lot of fun styling it. It’s a basic item, a wardrobe essential, and it truely matches 90% of all that’s in my closet. I got this leopard scarf at H&M a few months back. I don’t think I’ve worn it on the blog before but I love using it to give my outfits that little extra push. As I’m not too comfortable pattern mixing tops and bottoms yet, this is an fun way to warm up for the idea. I must say I’m loving it!
Eventhough this is not at all a bold combo (Knowing what gets worn in the blogging world this can count as conservative), one of my classmates did say it was a daring combination and that I was really brave for wearing it. I smiled a bit uncomfortable, and then she quickly added: but I love it! And smiled back. Classes are over for now, but after summer, I think I’ll suprise her with a full pattern mixed outfit! … If I dare.
♥♥♥
Nikki

PS: Annie from The Other Side of Gray got inspired by my Mint & Neon outfit for her Copycat Monday series this week! You can check it out here. Thanks so much Annie! You made my day! 😉

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Comments

  1. Tamaras Blend says

    11 June 2012 at 08:28

    This dress is perfect, I'm off to find it on Asos!

    http://www.tamarasblend.com/

    Reply
  2. BlondeMuse says

    11 June 2012 at 09:02

    Ik vind het een leuke combinatie. Ik vind streepjes en leopard ook wel gewaagd hoor, maar ben dan ook redelijk preuts als het op combineren aankomt. Deze combinatie vind ik wel geslaagd, ziet er nog heel naturel uit en niet geforceerd. xo

    Reply
  3. Jennie from the Blog says

    11 June 2012 at 09:22

    erg leuke outfit!

    Reply
  4. Mica says

    11 June 2012 at 09:38

    Love your pattern mixing! I stick to pattern mixing with accessories like this too – easy way to do it and I don't feel the uncertainty I do combining two different patterned items of clothing.

    That dress is a great purchase, can't wait to see all the different ways you wear it 🙂

    AwayFromTheBlue.blogspot.com.au

    Reply
  5. Vanessa, Take only Memories says

    11 June 2012 at 09:55

    That ring is so pretty! Super lovely outfit. I always love anything with stripes 🙂

    Reply
  6. İpek says

    11 June 2012 at 09:56

    One does not simply go wrong with stripes, the dress is a winner! I loved everything about it, definitely something I would love to wear. xx

    Reply
  7. Heather says

    11 June 2012 at 10:47

    I love stripes and leopard – perfect mix 🙂

    XO
    http://www.pearlsandpaws.blogspot.com

    Reply
  8. Annie says

    11 June 2012 at 12:01

    What a cute outfit Nikki – LOVE that dress! Also wanted to let you know my "copycat Monday" outfit was inspired by you today – so I gave you a little shout out 🙂

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

    Reply
  9. Wren KW says

    11 June 2012 at 12:40

    Your dress is the perfect wardrobe staple. Especially when one loves stripes as much as I do. The background for your photos is pretty too.

    Wren

    Reply
  10. Kristian says

    11 June 2012 at 13:08

    Lol about the bold vs. conservative clothing choices as seen I the real world versus the blogging world. I get that feeling all the time too, where in the b,oops here iChat I wear is not outrageous but maybe in my hometown it's a little kooky.

    This, however, looks fantastic. As you said a great staple piece.

    Reply
  11. Sarah Hampel says

    11 June 2012 at 13:12

    Such a cute outfit! I think I might love that dress just as much as you do!
    Just came across your blog via Annie's and love your style 🙂

    Sarah
    smalltowncatwalk.blogspot.ca

    Reply
  12. LyddieGal says

    11 June 2012 at 13:44

    i love stripes and leopard together, some of my fave pattern mixing.
    and i love that you went after the dress you saw on pinterest!
    Chic on the Cheap

    Reply
  13. erica marie says

    11 June 2012 at 14:32

    this is a fun way to mix patterns without being too bold. Love the look.

    xo erica

    Reply
  14. Sian Thomas says

    11 June 2012 at 14:46

    That dress is so cute, can't believe it was in the sale too!! It's a simple outfit but so lovely, I really like it!!
    http://xrebelangelx.blogspot.co.uk/

    Reply
  15. Caitie Schlisserman says

    11 June 2012 at 14:53

    I love stripes and I love leopard so what better mix could there possibly be?! you are a cutie!

    xxx
    http://www.ladyalamode.com

    Reply
  16. Frannie Pantz says

    11 June 2012 at 15:04

    This is a great way to pattern mix friend! Glad you found a great deal on this striped dress! I can tell it will be a great staple in your closet!

    Reply
  17. The Jones says

    11 June 2012 at 15:16

    Girl, stripes and leopard are the BEST combo! Just wore my striped dress and leopard scarf a couple days ago 🙂

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

    Reply
  18. Jessica @ Here(and)Now says

    11 June 2012 at 16:30

    I love the simple classic lines of this dress… so flattering! And in my book, stripes and leopard are just asking to be paired up!
    xx
    Here&Now

    Reply
  19. Sara Flynn says

    11 June 2012 at 16:41

    I love this outfit! I may have to copy cat you as well. Found you via Annie! 🙂

    Sara
    http://seventwentysomethings.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  20. Madalynne says

    11 June 2012 at 16:51

    Love the dress. Isn't it crazy how chic a simple basic can be?

    Reply
  21. Kyla says

    11 June 2012 at 19:33

    I love this dress…it definitely looks like a staple item! And the pattern mixing is so well done 🙂

    Reply
  22. TheHeadlessMannequin says

    11 June 2012 at 19:58

    I looove this dress…and I think its beauty lies in its simplicity coupled with how nicely you've styled it. The leopard print scarf is perfect with it!

    Reply
  23. nancy @ adore to adorn says

    11 June 2012 at 20:29

    cute, cute look. Love that striped dress. =)

    xo,
    nancy

    Reply
  24. Liset says

    11 June 2012 at 20:36

    Leuke jurk! Ben voor het eerst op je blog en vind 'm erg tof! Keep it up 🙂

    Reply
  25. Kristin says

    11 June 2012 at 20:49

    That dress is so cute! Love it. I would probably wear it every single day…

    Reply
  26. Dina says

    11 June 2012 at 22:25

    You have an absolutely exceptional blog, face, style, everything. I am smitten.

    http://shelovesmixtapes.blogspot.co.uk/

    Enter my jewellery giveaway!

    Reply
  27. TaraMixandMatch says

    11 June 2012 at 23:03

    Leopard and stripes are so perfect together!

    Reply
  28. Kelly says

    12 June 2012 at 00:16

    Awesome – I love the stripes and leopard print combination! You look great 🙂 I wish a leopard print scarf like that!

    Reply
  29. Outside Looking In says

    12 June 2012 at 01:17

    I LOVE stripes and that scarf is perfect with the dress! Great combo!!

    Reply
  30. Sarah says

    12 June 2012 at 01:42

    You look adorable in the striped dress!

    Reply
  31. Sabrina says

    12 June 2012 at 02:59

    This is so adorable! The striped dress and the leopard go perfect together. Maybe it's not what you would consider a conventional accessory, but I think your glasses really complete the look too.

    Sincerely,
    Sabrina

    Reply
  32. Tiana says

    12 June 2012 at 04:28

    i definitely agree. the ASOS dress… great buy!
    you look fabulous 🙂 and there is something very beautiful about you that i can't seem to put my finger on! its so unique 😀

    xoxo,
    tiana of l'esthetique

    Reply
  33. Fashion Lookbook says

    12 June 2012 at 05:08

    Adorable dress.

    Reply
  34. Bernadeth G. says

    12 June 2012 at 06:01

    gorgeous look!

    Visit my blog? xx Miss Beatrix (http://missbeatrix.blogspot.com)

    Reply
  35. Anouk Lannoo says

    12 June 2012 at 10:32

    What a great dress indeed! Love it!! 🙂
    Je staat er bovendien ook echt beeldig mee!

    Reply
  36. Hannah @ Tattoos and Pearls says

    12 June 2012 at 15:48

    I think using a scarf to get into pattern mixing is a great idea. Leopard and stripes is one of my favorite combinations!

    Hannah Tattoos and Pearls

    Reply
  37. Kathleen Lisson says

    12 June 2012 at 20:35

    I'm a big scarf fan, too. I wear them all the time in fall/winter.

    Reply
  38. Ashley says

    13 June 2012 at 03:49

    everything about that outfit is fabulous!

    Reply
  39. trishie says

    13 June 2012 at 06:06

    that is a beautiful dress! So sad they ran out of my size…

    Reply
  40. Chioma says

    13 June 2012 at 14:04

    That dress is so cute on you!! One of my fave patterns to mix are stripes and leopard! You wore it well 🙂

    Chioma
    http://www.CsEvolutionofStyle.com

    Reply
  41. Sarah says

    13 June 2012 at 16:20

    I don't think stripes are ever a mistake, honestly. (:

    Reply
  42. Sienna says

    13 June 2012 at 18:46

    this dress is adorable on you, i love the stripes

    Reply
  43. Eskimo Kisses says

    13 June 2012 at 21:31

    loving that dress! it really does fit perfectly. you have the cutest style

    Reply
  44. Megan says

    13 June 2012 at 22:24

    That dress is great, I can see why you fell in love with it! Looks great with that fun scarf 😉

    Reply
  45. Ang Lam says

    14 June 2012 at 01:44

    You look amazing in this dress dear!!! I love how you pair it with a leopard print scarf!!

    ang-closet365.blogspot.ca

    Reply
  46. Jamie Rose says

    14 June 2012 at 01:46

    This combination of prints is fantastic! I really love your new striped dress. It's a great basic piece to have in your wardrobe. I've been wanting one like that for a while now. The leopard scarf is such a great piece to pair with it too.

    Reply
  47. theM.A.D.creationist says

    14 June 2012 at 12:53

    Cute dress! 😉

    http://themadcreationist.blogspot.it/

    Kisses from Italy

    Giuseppe

    Reply
  48. The Fashionable ESQ says

    16 June 2012 at 13:25

    I really like how you mixed your stripes w/ your leopard. : ) and yes, ASOS has really surprising sales sometimes! It's great.

    xx
    The Fashionable ESQ
    http://www.thefashionableesq.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  49. Sofie says

    17 June 2012 at 08:02

    Prachtig kleedje! ♥

    Reply
  50. Raspberry Blonde says

    23 June 2012 at 19:13

    cool look!

    Reply

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The Streek GR Kust had been on my must-hike list for a while and I'm so glad I finally went and did it!

Infamous for its high rise buildings and concrete boardwalks, this trail will show you that there is in fact a very different side to the Belgian coast too. The trail alternates between beach, dunes and woodland, making for a varied view along the way. Don't forget to circle back to the boardwalk sometimes for a much deserved waffle or ice cream! 😉

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