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Flowered Stripes

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Illesteva Sunglasses, J.Crew Top and Necklace, Topshop Skirt, Vintage Clutch, Zara Heels

Illesteva Sunglasses, J.Crew Top and Necklace, Topshop Skirt, Vintage Clutch, Zara Heels

Anytime I'm unsure of what to wear, I'll usually opt for a striped shirt thrown over jeans. It's a classic combination that always works and can take on a variety of updates - a pair of sexy stilettos, a masculine belt, or a baseball cap on particularly troublesome hair days. But occasionally I find that stripes can almost work as a neutral, even when worn with a bold midi skirt (one of my favorite trends), complete with a peek-a-boo panel and blue roses.

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