blue stripes and white stitches

by - 9:30 AM

I've never understood short-sleeve sweaters or crop tops; why would anyone want cold arms during sweater season? Who would pay money for a too-small shirt and willingly bare their midriff?

Of the very few shopping rules that I follow, these two, very sensible thoughts have dictated many of my purchases over the years. That is, until I found a striped & cropped, short-sleeve sweater during my last thrifting spree that changed my mind forever. Ah, the power of stripes! 


Against my better judgement, I snagged this top thinking that I might get inspired. Cue thrift purchase numero deux: a lightweight chambray tunic in the perfect shade of blue and the perfect length to layer under my new striped purchase. C'est parfait!







chambray blouse: thrifted // sweater: thrifted// leggings: Under Armour// suede boots: Steve Madden 


I particularly love the subtle difference in thickness in the stripes on the sleeves from those on the torso! Embracing the comfort value of autumn outfits, I paired it with favorite matte leggings and suede wedges boots {us short girls can use every extra inch!}


P.S. don't forget to check out the new additions for sale: Splendid, Lily Pulitzer, See by Chloe, and Max Studio!  


xox,

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25 comments

  1. AnnNovember 11, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Love your look...

    nice sweater over shirt style

    and nice boots.

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  2. UnknownNovember 11, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    crazy hair is THE best ;)

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  3. my cup of coffeNovember 11, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    so funny pics :-)

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  4. Elle SeesNovember 11, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    i need more blue and white stripes
    Enter my Giveaway!

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  5. Grace (The Stripe)November 11, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Lovely. I LOVE the stripes, but I'm sure you aren't surprised by that! xx

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  6. Bronzed HumanityNovember 11, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Cute! Great striped top find!
    xx

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    Shop Blue Vanilla

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  7. Saint FolieNovember 11, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    We just loved the CRAZY HAIR.

    <3

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  8. ChantelleNovember 11, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    I love your sweater ! It truly is a great find. The colours look great on you too and you styled it well :)

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  9. EmmylouNovember 11, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    I like this outfit. I agree with the others. The striped top is a great find for sure.:)

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  10. VictoriasProcrastinationProjectNovember 11, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Those boots are awesome.

    http://victoriasprocrastinationproject.blogspot.com/

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  11. DamyNovember 11, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    You look so great! Love your boots!!
    kisses

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  12. RonaNovember 11, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Cute outfit! I like how you combined the chambray shirt and stripped sweater!

    Check out a great jewelry giveaway on my blog: http://twomindscookalike.blogspot.com/

    ~Rona

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  13. Amanda {feast.fashion.faves}November 12, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    love the bold blue stripes and awesome crazy hair!

    <3Amanda
    feast.fashion.faves

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  14. UnknownNovember 12, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    Love the stripes. Such a cute outfit with tons of personality.

    http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com

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  15. Jessi LaRue (Jessi Haish)November 12, 2011 at 1:19 AM

    i love your outfit!

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  16. AnonymousNovember 12, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Great combination. I am liking it........

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  17. Iván The Trendy SurferNovember 12, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Great striped outfit and love the crazy hair!!
    I follow you blog from Spain.

    The Trendy Surfer

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  18. Kristina ClemensNovember 12, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Love stripes! I'm a curly girl, so I have super crazy hair everyday...sigh....=)
    Kristina J.

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  19. LUAR + WOLFFDENENovember 12, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    Beautiful outfit!
    Thanks for visiting my blog

    LUAR

    x

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  20. Label of AddictionNovember 13, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Love the sweater :)

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  21. UnknownNovember 13, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    Thanks for the comment :) Your outfit is great!! x

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  22. paintandstyleNovember 14, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    cute outfit! love your sweater! (:

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  23. AnonymousNovember 16, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    love your hair and outfit please im following you so follow back xxxxx
    www.fashionfootprints.blogspot.com

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  24. LaiqahNovember 18, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    You look pretty... I love stripe anything and everything!

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  25. SharaNovember 18, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    great boots:)kisses La Folie 

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