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Brightly Southwestern

Happy Fri-yay, friends! Are you ready for the weekend?!

Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

I’m so beyond excited to be writing this post from Dallas, TX where I’ll be attending the Create + Cultivate conference tomorrow. With people like Emily of Cupcakes and Cashmere, Julia of Gal Meet Glam, and Kendi of Kendi Everyday…I can’t wait to mix and mingle with well known bloggers and newbies (me) alike!

For today’s outfit, I’m sharing a little southwestern inspiration but with a modern flare. I have always loved the warm tones and textures of southwestern fabrics. There’s just something so home-y and comfortable about them. Case in point, I picked up this Aztec wrap coat a few months back and love how cozy it feels.

But if you’ve notice one thing about my style, it’s that I like LOVE lots of bright colors. Enter the perfect blouse with its mix of southwestern + bright colors.
Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

I’ve actually had this southwestern-inspired top for years now and it’s a regular repeat from week-to-week.

Besides its unique pattern, my favorite aspect of this top is its color palette. Who knew navy, teal, and mustard yellow went so well together?! I just love how the darker navy acts to really brighten the teal and mustard yellow colors in a surprising and refreshing sort of way.

Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

I of course couldn’t resist pairing my most beloved mustard yellow clutch with the ensemble. It just matched the golden features too perfectly not to, right?! I’ve found a similar cross-body version from Rebecca Minkoff that would be absolutely perfect for spring.

For a little sparkle, I added these metallic heels I picked up at Banana Republic on major sale around New Year’s Eve. They look fantastic with jeans too! (coming to the blog soon) They are a little on the tall side for me (4″), but the sparkle was too irresistible, right? You can never have enough shimmer in your life. 😉

Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

To keep the ensemble fun and flirty, I paired the top with a classic navy pleated skirt that has just enough twirl-finity to be fitting for a Fri-yay but also still work-appropriate. You’ve gotta love a skirt that slims your waist while also bringing a sweet ruffling of pleats as you walk (or spin).

I paired a longer, layered necklace and pave crystal bracelet to keep the overall look simple and classic.

Another great detail of this top?…there is the cutest cutout in the back. I love a strategic cutout, especially when it’s placed unexpectedly. It adds a little flirty detail from the back, don’t you think?

Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

What about you? What’s your favorite way to wear a southwestern pattern?Navy Teal Yellow Southwestern Top | www.cupcakesandthecosmos.com

Photos by Outside Ourselves

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Get the Look…

Top: Francesca’s (similar here, here) | Skirt: J. Crew Factory (similar here, here, here, here) | Heels: Banana Republic | Clutch: gifted (similar) | Necklace: Francesca’s (similar) |  Bracelet: J. Crew Factory | Watch: Movado (from Switzerland, similar) | Rings: Aggie Ring, KD Ring gifted | LipsRevlon (certainly red) 

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15 Comments

  • Reply
    Miss Pippi
    January 29, 2016 at 12:36 pm

    I love your skirt! I hope the conference will be great and prosperous for you!

    http://misspippisstyle.blogspot.hu/

    • Reply
      Kristin
      February 3, 2016 at 8:18 am

      Thank you so much! I had a blast at the conference and can’t wait to share more about it with you all very soon! xoxo

  • Reply
    rach.
    January 29, 2016 at 12:54 pm

    soooo pretty and LOVE the colors!
    love it!
    if you get the chance please feel free to check my blog out too, i’d really appreciate it! 🙂
    love, rach.

    So, hi.

    • Reply
      Kristin
      February 3, 2016 at 8:19 am

      Thank you so much, Rach! I definitely will! Have a great day and thank you so much for stopping by!

  • Reply
    Neha Bhatt Bhagat
    January 29, 2016 at 9:07 pm

    You look so pretty…
    xoxo, Neha
    http://www.theinstylejournal.com

    • Reply
      Kristin
      February 3, 2016 at 8:19 am

      Thank you, Neha! You are too sweet! xoxo

  • Reply
    Laura Kathleen
    January 31, 2016 at 10:39 am

    Love the bright colors in this look, Aztec patterns are always so cute, I need to get some more pieces! Have fun at the conference in Dallas, it’s a great city!

    Laura | Laura Aime Vous

    • Reply
      Kristin
      February 3, 2016 at 8:21 am

      Hi Laura! Thank you so much! It’s just such a great pattern, right?! I hope you are enjoying NYC!

  • Reply
    Ally Gradley
    January 31, 2016 at 7:54 pm

    Gorgeous! Totally obsessed with this you look amazing 🙂

    xo Ally

    http://www.gumbootglam.com

    • Reply
      Kristin
      February 3, 2016 at 8:21 am

      Aww! Thank you so much, Ally! You are too kind. I hope you have a fantastic day! xoxo

  • Reply
    jenessa
    February 1, 2016 at 10:44 am

    That sounds so exciting! I have always wanted to go! BTW you look gorgeous, I love this outfit!
    Thanks for sharing, hope you had a great weekend! Loves!
    XO JNESS
    jenessasheffield

    • Reply
      Kristin
      February 3, 2016 at 8:22 am

      Hi Jenessa! Thank you so much! I had a blast at the conference and can’t wait to share some of the things I learned with you all while there. I hope you had a great weekend too, girlie! xoxo

  • Reply
    sahara
    February 1, 2016 at 7:22 pm

    love your outfit and color combination!

    xo,

    http://www.sahara-desert.com

  • Reply
    Lesley
    February 2, 2016 at 10:53 am

    Navy Skirt is GORG!

    http://www.lesleyandeve.com

    • Reply
      Kristin
      February 3, 2016 at 8:48 am

      Thank you so much, Lesley! xoxo

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