Would I Wear Gingham And Ruffles
Happy Sunday and the first of March, ladies. Meteorologists recognize this as the first day of meteorological spring, which works for me! I’ve often thought to try on the outfit my “would you wear it” mannequin is wearing so I was happy to see some of you suggest it here last week. I keep my opinion to myself on Saturday because I’m most interested in having you discuss it.
Today I want to share my thoughts and what I see and how I might style it.
Here’s what I see:
A spring vibe in both classic and feminine shapes with Easter-like colors. A very pretty look.
Blazer
The blazer has a classic vibe with its tweed and fringe edging, then goes preppy with the gingham weave. It’s one-button closure is high on the torso which, if closed, would make your legs look longer. The notched lapels angle out but below the shoulder line so wouldn’t make shoulders look any broader than they are. The welt pockets are dressier than a patch pocket so this could easily be dressed up.
Blouse
This blouse is a polyester mix so wouldn’t wrinkle. Because the ties actually work on the blouse, they could be snugged up the forearm so the cuffs didn’t interfere with life. You know, eating, cooking, shopping, washing your hands, etc. The yellow is cool-toned, so I could wear it. A bell cuff like this helps to minimize the look of large hands. The tie at the neck could be worn open and loose or tied into a low bow. The raglan sleeves and v neck help narrow the look of your shoulders.
Pants
The pants are a classic high rise shape with slant pockets in front and faux welt pockets in back so these could be dressed way up. They’re cropped but not overly, so the regular length could work as a full-length pant for women with shorter legs. The petites are a full 2″ shorter than this.
Would I wear this?
I would wear the blazer, often, with many things. Casual blazers have the ability to polish any outfit and this one is fun. It would be lovely over this casual summer dress, dress down with dark denim jeans and a simple white tee, or dress up over this dress, or this dress for Easter, upcoming graduation, summer wedding or shower.
My style is not overly feminine so I would pass on the blouse. If I did choose it I would tie the sleeves higher and pick the aqua version which is a better color on me.
The pants are a no brainer and perfect for me. Their seasonless fabric is machine washable which makes them easy to wear and care for.
Thanks for sharing your styling ideas here yesterday and be sure to wear what makes you feel confident. Because ultimately, that’s what really matters.
Thank you for bravely putting on the outfit. Love this new concept. Seeing clothes on a real person is a game changer. Especially because they pull back shirts and dresses when they are on a mannequin.
Well done!
My pleasure! They really do manipulate clothes for effect on the mannequins.
The outfit looks immensely better on you than the mannequin I must say, great post.
What fun to see you in an outfit from, Would You Wear It! You look great in the jacket and pants, so springy. I think the blouse is a nice color, but the floppy sleeves are not my style. I’d be trying that jacket on if I lived near a store. I can see it with jeans, white pants, khaki pants, dresses and jumpsuits. I’d have to see if the sleeves were long enough, where the waist hit and length of the jacket on me, as I’m tall with long arms. Shopping online is difficult with more fitted pieces. But I love the color and stying!
You look lovely. Way better than on the mannequin!
Lol, thanks
I didn’t change my mind. The pants are nice. I would wear the blouse. But a definite no on the jacket. Don’t like the gingham and the unfinished looking edging. But that is just me.
Definitely have the same opinion as yesterday would by jacket & pants but not the blouse. This blog is my favorite you do such a great job. We are the same coloring , height & approximate weight so it really works for me. Thank you!
Thanks Deb! Happy Sunday
So appreciate the analysis! Never thought about cool tone yellow before!
Cool tone yellows aren’t common so this was a fun find.
Well now that you pointed out why it would work, I would try it. It looks good on you. My main objection is those sleeves but I might try this blouse with a vest. I like the jacket and pants.