I wore stripes and an animal print belt the other day. Apparently when I was walking by on a major street a girl did NOT approve of it and asked her friend if I seriously wore that. Yes, lady. I did and although it probably isn’t the most perfect combination, I AM A BLOGGER AND I HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO MIX IT UP! SO DEAL WITH THAT!
Shorts: Old/Cardigan: Urban Outfitters/ Shoes: American Eagle/Belt: Forever 21
So onto other things, I’m going to go ahead and list all the things I did *NOT* do this past week.
I most certainly did NOT make my boyfriend get me water at 3am because I had a cold and was drowsy.
I did NOT, not shave for almost 4 days.
I did NOT make a specific trip to Panera in town only to find out that they are closed for remodeling and get so upset I yelled in my car about it.
I did NOT watch about 5 hours of Hoarders and then become super paranoid that my apartment had a roach infestation when I saw a simple fly on the wall.
I did NOT after watching all those hours of Hoarders have to take a long shower because I felt like the germs came through the TV screen.
I did NOT start unloading my groceries and then say “Screw it” and took a nap.
I did *NOT* look at puppies all week and think about how much I want one.
I DID NOT START PLANNING OUTFITS FOR NEW YORK WHEN WE GO IN DECEMBER!!!!!
I did *NOT* cry when one of my friends said my blogging is stupid. I didn’t. Nope, not at all. And certainly I didn’t cry while hiding behind a door.
TaraMixandMatch
I love animal print mixed with stripes…people need to mind their own business!
Angela Bennett
Love your pop of animal print! Looks great 🙂 Some people just don't get the blogging world. <3
Always Maylee
What the what! People are so rude. 1. the fact that your belt is in the shape of a bow, makes it ok to wear with anything. That's just my opinion. and 2. your friend told you your blogging was stupid? Clearly she's not that great of a friend, don't you think? I think your blogging is awesome, otherwise, I wouldn't come back day after day. 🙂
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
Maria DaintyandDecadent
Agree with Yi-Chia. People are so rude! I like the belt 🙂
Maria
Dainty and Decadent
Amy Shaughnessy
I am already planning outfits for a cruise that we are going on in December. Never too early to start. It's only 4 months from now!!
Amy
Fashion and Beauty Finds
Missy Ann Rinfret
I like it so screeew her :p new follower!
shopandtwirl.com
I don't understand what that girl was so offended about, I think this outfit is adorable! Some girls are just b*tches and want to bring other people down. And seriously, your "friend" had the nerve to say that about your blog??
Don't worry girl, your fellow bloggers are here to support you! I think you're doing a wonderful job!
Alisa Marie
Haha – I think you look adorable! I love that cheetah belt, is that a little bow on the front? So cute!
Laura
I think that you look awesome! And I'm sure that lady walking down the street looked boring. Rock it, girl!
xoxo,
Laura
http://lauraisthriftingthroughlife.blogspot.com/
Amy
I can only image what she would have said had she seen my animal print shorts and striped top! Oh well! Love this outfit!
Amy
Leopard and Lillies
Coffee and Cardigans
Personally, I love the print mixing that you did here! And personally, I love that you blog. Both are wonderful things no matter what anyone else says. I can see you remixing the striped cardigan and belt again this fall with jeans or a cute skirt! Keep rocking it, Alissa – I love it!
Callie
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Christina
They're crazy because that is a cute combination! Some people can be so rude sometimes… I've totally had things like that happen. What I find interesting is that they are probably the same people who would be nice if they were by themselves.
Love the belt!
Pier 39 Prep
Oh gosh, don't worry about the girl in the street. Print mixing is not for the faint of heart. This is such a beautiful combo and the belt is really cute!
The Preppy Student
I love this! What a nice idea to add the animal print belt! Have a happy Thursday and be sure to check out my giveaway ending tonight!.
Stesha
ohhh i love love that sweater!
xxS
k come karolina
fantastic style! stunning!!!
xoxo from rome
K.
kcomekarolina.com
blue roses
mixing prints is all the rage, DUH, i hope you laughed at her sartorial ignorance and admonished her for living under her kansas-rock.
keep mixing it up girl!
http://dallianceswithsuitsandskirts.blogspot.com/
Girl and Closet
Aw, mixing prints is so fun. I love stripes & animal print – your outfit is super cute!! xo
s
seriously? people are soo rude. I can't believe someone had the audacity to say that- you rock whatever you want, and with pride- that is what fashion is. Mixing prints can be fun, and you look great! To the friend who said that blogging stupid or your blog is dumb- "should you find yourself the victim of other people's bitterness, ignorance, or smallness, just remember this- things could be much worse, you could be one of them! " one of my fave quotes. You rock and never stop doing you. xO!
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alicia
I love mixing stripes with leopard! it's cute and we know it..don't let anyone tell you otherwise 🙂 and don't listen to anyone who tells you your blogging is stupid!
LyddieGal
it seems like you had a rough week, but i hope you are feeling better, and that next time someone talks negatively about your blogging, you can just tell them to respect the fact that this is your hobby which you enjoy and their opinion isn't going to dissuade you from doing it.
and you can totally mix leopard and stripes, why the heck not? I do it all the time. or at least half a dozen times before, my favorite is here: http://www.iamchiconthecheap.com/2012/01/faux-spring.html
Also, are people getting ruder? I went to park my car on the right side of a one way street and as I was getting out some guy behind me started yelling at me and telling me I couldn't park there because I was blocking the side walk. Is that a thing? Of course I ended up moving the car because I didn't want to deal with his shit.
Chic on the Cheap
Lily Marek
Awww you mix it girl. Whenever I think people might be having less than friendly thoughts towards me, I think of Kanye West saying HAYTUHZZZZ and I crack up. All better. You're funny and adorable!
Cilla B
cute ensemble love the striped cardigan
NaNa
Wow some people are just so rude. This is a great combination so don't even take any notice of what people like that say! =)
love from the NANA girls xoxo
Heather
Haha AMEN girl! Us bloggers can do whatever the heck we want – mix leopard and stripes? FABULOUS! And I love this sweater!
XO
http://www.pearlsandpaws.blogspot.com
Isabella | THE PILE OF STYLE
wow I´m definetly following,your blog is so classy! maybe you could follow me also?
Stephanie Huang
You are gorgeous! I love your smile 🙂 This cardigan looks great on you!
High-Stitched Voice
Meg {henninglove}
i think your outfit is awesome!! definitely you rock that mix printing for sure, keep doing it and don't worry what those people think, do your own thing
Morgan @ xoxo, me
ummm I think your outfit rocks! Don't worry about people like that. They don't know what they're talking about 😉 And I'm glad you "didn't" cry when your friend said that your blogging was stupid. Not everyone will understand why you choose to do what you do, but as long as it makes you happy, then you're doing the right thing 🙂
Allie
Love this look, especially the cardi with the belt! Such a great way to cinch in the waist. I love it! Love your blog, following you now!
xoxo,
Allie
http://www.sparklesandstilettos.blogspot.com
Stephanie @ henry happened
haha, you have the authority to mix it! I love the way it looks, though, the cardie is super cute!
Vi-Lan Aram
Lol! Well said, my dear! I think you look awesome 🙂
xo
adoreandleer.blogspot.com