6.06.2011

experimenting with extremes. animal prints.

i happened to catch an episode of confessions: animal hoarding yesterday, which featured a woman who acquired 82 cats. in addition, she and her husband were trying to have a baby.
although i'm a dog person, i would never harm or turn away a cat that needed help...but 82 is a bit...extreme. i couldn't stand to watch the whole thing, but i sure hope that their families were able to convince them to hold off on the baby plans until the house was better suited for a child.

i began to think about extremes.
we're crazy about mixing patterns like stripes and florals,
so why can't we mix animal with animal?
i kept it safe by keeping the ensemble neutral, as well as choosing pieces with the same color base.
then, added color with accessories.
sure, i'll get some looks...but it can't be worse than
82 cats and a baby.

and some cool sky pics i never got around to posting.
06.20.11 UPDATE:
submitting "v-formation" pic below to
twisted fate photography's photo challenge: clouds.

"v" formation...totally freaky.
"surprised" look, as directed by mini-she.
felt like the sky was closing in on us.
(top, f21; shorts, guess)

53 comments:

Anonymous said...

This is a really interesting look.

sorelle in style said...

The mix of prints is so cool! The pastel pieces really tie them together. How pretty are those sky pictures?!

-j
sorelle in style

Fashion Confessions of a Mommy said...

I love the mix. The converses on the feet are just perfect. The back photo is gorgeous, your hair is breathtaking. Oh man, 82 cats! That house can not smell good is all I kept thinking.
Daphne.
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Jelena Zivanovic said...

Quite interesting combo of the prints....:) I loveee the turquoise necklace!:)
xoxo
Jelena
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Anonymous said...

anything off the shoulders rock!

meooow!

~Fae
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Pieter said...

Great outfit!
Love the shorts and the pink bracelet :D x

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Bhushavali said...

Clashing animal prints!!! Wow, that's a bold move and you've done it so well!!!
Gift Hamper from GRAZIA

Jamie-Lee Burns said...

holy jesus yes I saw that too, and when they found the dead cats? uuhhhhh shudder.

Haha okay so aside form that, LOVE the outfit, cute cute x

Unknown said...

I love this combination since it's simple but strong at the same time.
82 is way over extreme... I have just 2 and they make plenty of mess all day long!!

C:

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fashionismyh2o said...

Bold + beautiful! Love it :) I love the top the most :)

Sarah
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xx

Rowan | R E D R E I D I N G H O O D said...

Thank you for your comment, dear! I'm glad you like my new purchases! I very much like this look, you look stunning!
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Iván The Trendy Surfer said...

Good idea mixing animal with animal patterns, great style!
Your sky is beautiful, love to watch it on sunset.
Thank you for visiting me, I'll follow you, you have a great blog.

Cheers
The Trendy Surfer

Unknown said...

looooooooooooove your shorts!



xoxo from rome
K.
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Thelma Frayne said...

Very brave!! Mixing prints- looks great :)

Juanita said...

Bold :) The sky pics are awesome!

Pam @ over50feeling40 said...

You look amazing as always....and YES, the V formation is a little freaky!

soapymermaid said...

you're right to experiment for the result is perfect. love this mix of animal prints + I like the cut of your top :)

riestya said...

lovely outfit <3


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Unknown said...

Thanks for drop me a note! That's an amazing mix! The blue of the necklace completed the look! following you! :)

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Lauren said...

I love this post! Your outfit is so fun - it takes a real lady to combine animal prints! What I love best about this post, though, is that you combined it with those crazy ass sky pictures. LOVELY!

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Teresa said...

genius!!!!! i love how you mixed it with turquoise<3 you also have a gorgeous hair!

xx
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Balancing Lisa said...

I like it! so fun!

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Rachel - Notes from my closet said...

I love this mix of pattern! it's perfect with your colourful jewellery :)

Love, Vanilla

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Unknown said...

You are brave for trying it and I actually like it!!

dressingup-everyday said...

I think, that combo is sexy and elegant at the same time. Love it.
thanks for your nice comment.

Cel said...

I actually really like this. It's out there and unusual, but still awesome. Definitely looks like it'd be fun to wear.

Tiffany said...

I don't think it's too extreme. I probably couldn't pull it off (because I'm just too plain jane lol), but you look fabulous in it! I especially love the bright accessories with the animal print!

Baby Budget Blog said...

This is an incredible mix and I love it!!! I'll take this mix over 82 cats anyday AND I'M A CAT PERSON!

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district5 said...

mix with different patterns is trendy and great!
In the past I would have never done that, but now I'm a big fan of it!

Christine
http://district5-fashion.blogspot.com/

Fashion Is Passion by Poison said...

Did you mention mini she has been part of the photography all along?

What a great way to get her involve and bond at the same time!

Poison

Bronzed Humanity said...

OMG that show creeps me out! Can you imagine the smell..blehhh! You look amazing...I heart cloud pix!
xx

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Sia said...

I wish I was brave enough to wear different prints together. You look hot mama. Love Sia x

Anonymous said...

This is a great look with the mixed prints. I love the pops of color you have against it.

LV

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Bonnie said...

I actually love the mixture of animal prints. I don't think that people try it enough, but when you do it correctly, it really looks good.
P.S. OBSESSED with this top of yours. :)

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Aquí said...

I think you pull it off well! I really think because you kept it casual with sneakers helped out too! Heels may have been too much! Bravo on this cool new look :) oh and thanks for the nail polish name!!

SpryOnTheWall said...

I adore the mix!! BTW, your hair is gorgeous in these pics - amazing. That "sky closing in" picture is super creepy, but cool!

Ashley said...

Oh yeah, you rock it! The turquoise necklace is the perfect contrast!

Ashley Rae said...

Nice bootay, Becks! Lol. Love that zebra. And you already know how I feel about our leopard. I think you did well with this mix.

.AshleyRae.
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Animal said...

Nice look! Love it.

Speaking of animal hoarding ... Not that any of you are but it's my job to bring this issue to the attention of as many people as I can.

I'm a researcher for the series Confessions: Animal Hoarding, currently airing on Animal Planet that tells the stories of people overwhelmed by the number of pets they own. The problem is on the rise and affect communities across America.

If you are concerned about the health of animals in someone's care and suspect they may be hoarding them, we might be able to help.

Most animal hoarders don’t see themselves as hoarders, and sometimes don’t intentionally collect animals. Their relationship with their animals has threatened their relationships with friends and family.

Most of these situations aren’t dealt with until they become criminal. This results in animals being euthanized by over-stressed shelters, and doesn’t address the underlying psychological issues - meaning nearly 100% of people end up in the same situation again.

We are dedicated to finding comprehensive long-term solutions and believe therapy to be key to this. We can bring in experts to help people and their pets.

If you or someone you know needs help because animals have overrun their life, visit www.animalhoardingproject.com to learn more and submit their story. Alternatively, contact me directly at help@animalhoardingproject.com or toll-free at
1 -877-698-7387.

We will treat all submissions with confidentiality and respect.

mari said...

the mix and match of patterns is truly brilliant!
lovely look.
xx


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Anonymous said...

great outfit :)
love how you mixed the prints ♥

Kat said...

aboslutely love this look!!! love how you paired the print with brightly colored acessories :)

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Stylepint said...

This is such a striking outfit, bold and playful! Love! =)

Joandy said...

you look pretty and wild:)) and 82 cats and a baby??!!! definitely a NO NO!!!
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armileen said...

prints upon prints with a pair of chucks!?
didnt think it was possible! you pull it off amazingly! =)

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Unknown said...

The converse and prints are fab! Following you also! XO

Lisa (aka sweetie) said...

this mix is chic! totally works and I love!

xo Lisa

Bella's Style said...

Great outfit! love that shorts!

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Hautepot said...

I love a good print on print outfit! Great look :)

JennaStevie said...

You're a genius! This print mixing makes me so happy, it's amazing. I love that leopard print top A LOT. And zebra print shorts? So good.
Those sky pictures are really gorgoues!
xJennaD

Cat said...

This is soooo gorgeous babe. :D

& the blue jewellery goes so well with the print xx

Anonymous said...

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BARESTUDY (Janelle) said...

i have the same necklace. hehe, nice :)

Janelle
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