Sequins and Camo

I'm a big fan of unexpected combos and pattern mixing, as you can see with this look that combines sequins, stripes, camo and a little bit of leopard! I purchased this sequin floral cardigan last month when it was on sale at J. Crew and for spring this year, it's being offered in two different colors that are prefect for transitioning your winter wardrobe into the next season. Since I love this particular cardigan so much (who doesn't love sequins?), I am very tempted to buy it in at least one or two more colors! I tend to get a lot of wear out of cardigans because they are the perfect item to just throw on for a little added warmth and layering.

It was a little bit cool and overcast today so I layered a striped tissue turtleneck tee under my sequin cardigan for some added warmth. I always love these types of tees for layering because they are so light and comfortable. Last of all, I thought these camo pants would add an unexpected twist to the look. To be honest, I never really cared much for camo in the past, but last year I sprung for these camo pants from Old Navy for something different. They are not something that I wear a lot but, since I've been wearing a lot of pants lately due to the cool weather, they have made it into the rotation of pants that I wear on a more regular basis. Sometimes it's nice to try something different for a change!

Sweater: J. Crew here
Pants: Old Navy similar here, here
Shirt: J. Crew similar here
Shoes: Saks Fifth Avenue similar loafers here

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Camo Cameo

As you can see, there's a new wall in town! The artist of this gorgeous wall, which is located on the side of an inauspicious warehouse in the Arts District of Los Angeles, is Jen Stark. I thought I would be the first one to discover it and post pictures of it on my blog, but sadly Style Charades beat me to it and posted pictures of it this week! Oh, well. Not only did she beat me to it, but her pictures, as always, are absolutely gorgeous! I think it's best not to compare oneself to other bloggers, but sometimes it's hard, especially when you see your work as an amateur next to that of a professional.

Not only is this wall new, but so are my camo pants! I never thought I would see the day when someone such as myself, who usually gravitates toward more feminine styles, would wear camo, but I actually love these! My decision to purchase these pants was the result of seeing them on several bloggers and realizing how many things the camo print could complement. My husband hates it when I utter this same line about leopard print, but I actually think camo could be considered a neutral! After all, camo was originally intended to make one blend in. In an urban environment, however, I think it makes one stand out, but in a good way, of course!

Pants: Old Navy pixie chinos here, J. Crew version here
Tee: J. Crew similar here
Sneakers: J. Crew New Balance similar here
Bag: Clare Vivier Alistair here
Sunglasses: Celine