Hooray for a super productive weekend!! I missed you guys yesterday, but I have to admit I’m quite proud of everything I was able to accomplish. I had appointments scattered throughout my afternoon at 12:30pm, 4pm, and 6pm, and was running around town trying to get everything done. This does mean that things are getting done in preparation for the wedding! The big day is less than 3 weeks away now (May 7), and I’m getting more excited by the minute!
The Limited Lace Cami – XS (similar)
Forever 21 Coral Belt – XS / $2.50 (similar)
J. Crew Lunette Mini in Melon – 00 / $30 (buy) (similar)
Michael Kors Rose Gold Watch (MK 5430) – $127 (buy)
Rebecca Minkoff Convertible Mac Clutch in Magenta via Gilt – $179 (buy) (similar)
Aldo Withey Pumps – 35 / $80 (buy)
For my outfit today, I wanted to wear some fun spring colors! I love the bright melon color of this skirt but wanted to tone it down just a bit. I went for a monochromatic look by pairing the skirt with one of my new favorite cardigans — this light peach one that I recently purchased from Gap. I actually safety-pinned the front of the cardigan so that it would stay together when tucked into the skirt. And since it was a little sheer, I layered it over a light beige lace cardi. The colors and textures of the tops were all soft and muted, so to throw a final punch of color in, I added a coral belt to cinch it all in.
Oh, and did I mention that I finally splurged on my own designer purse? I recently purchased this Rebecca Minkoff Mac Clutch in Magenta when it was on sale on Gilt. I had been eyeing Tiffany’s pink Minkoff Mac Clutch for quite some time before this and absolutely loved the statement that it added to all of her outfits. Needless to say, I pounced on this sale when I saw it! Unfortunately, this also means my budget isn’t looking so hot for April…
I found this cool little clear dome thing when taking pictures. I have no idea what it is, but I couldn’t help myself for having a little fun with it! Hope everyone had a great weekend!
P.S. In case you missed it:
- Color Brigade Vol 14 – Get ready for Vol 15 on Monday night!
Piril Maria says
What a great post. Simply greatness! =)
♥ Love,
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kimchigirl says
OMG OMG OMG! this is my FAVORITE outfit of yours so far. and that's saying a lot, hehe. I just went online to go buy that skirt (and copy your outfit, hehe) and realized at the last minute that it might be a bit too short on me, boohoo. :((
i'll be scouring the mall this week trying to find a similar skirt! and that clutch! i'm dying right now!
Kileen says
I have short legs so the skirt isn't as short on me as it is on the model,
but you do have to be careful if you're bending over, lol. 🙂 i included a
couple similar skirts down at the bottom of the post, but they might also be
too short. good luck on your search and let me know if you find something
similar!
Elle says
Very pretty outfit, I love the peachy colors and the back drop contrasted beautifully with your outfit!
JustineJustBetterTogether says
YAY for having such a productive day!
hmm! I wonder what the clear thing is too! Just curious, why did your wedding day get pushed to another day?
Just Better Together
donna says
i am definitely going to be embracing all orangey, peachy, melon(y) -lol, coraly shades this spring!!! omg! i've recently bought orange/coral shade lipsticks and blushes because i am falling in love with the color (& i don't own any coral shades in my collection hehe).
anyhoo, sorry for rambling! i love the color scheme of your outfit <3!!! if i tried this, i'd probably end up looking like a walking tangerine 😀 lol!
~donna
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Kileen says
it's always been Saturday, May 7. i don't let anyone push my wedding day around! 🙂
Kileen says
lol, a walking tangerine sounds hilarious to imagine. 🙂 you can always
throw in a few off-color accessories. i personally think a minty green
would've been a great addition to break up all of the coralness!
hurricanekerrie says
These colors are goooorgeous! Definitely spring-like! The peach/coral is great and that purple purse is a great touch, too. Savvy pairings! I'm gonna have to try this bright monochromatic thing…
Kileen says
oh yes, most definitely! i can't wait to see it on you! 🙂
John Marine says
You are one sweet petite! Since following your blog, I've adored your looks and sense of style. This look is no different. It is a cute outfit from top to bottom, but the outfit has some fierceness to it with those skin-toned, platform peep-toe pumps. This is just classic Kileen cuteness! 🙂
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Kileen says
Haha, you know my style too well! 😀
oomph. says
love the color scheme here…the peachy corals and magentas are great together, and lend a very feminine vibe.
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Jen says
Wearing the colour blocking trend with shades of the same colour family is so fresh and fun! And the pop of extra colour in the Rebecca Minkoff clutch is bold and well executed. So lovely, Kileen! You are always such an inspiration 🙂
Have a great week!
Jen
aki! says
You look great. I'm trying to incorporate a coral piece into my wardrobe. And you were that inspiration. Now you're telling me that I need to go on it!
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R.L. says
Love the colors! (as usual) That J Crew skirt is a gorgeous melon shade and the purple clutch really works with all the pinks. I can't believe you got that belt at F21 and at that price. Definitely a steal!
Moniquezuman says
Hi Kileen!! These colors all look amazing! Such a good choice on that bag!
Monique xx
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Tara says
Wow, I love this skirt! That bag is the perfect compliment to the outfit!
qin says
the combi of colors are so well done.
Mitr Friend Bhushavali says
Love your skirt and clutch!!!
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Linley says
LOVE this outfit, kileen! i love you've incorporated a ton of color, but the look also comes across as neutral! it's lovely.
UnravelledThreads says
I really, really love this outfit. It's one of my all time faves of yours!
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Angela says
That skirt is amazing!!!!
Cee says
Whee! You look so fresh and springy, Kileen. I too, also adore Tiffany's MAC. I wonder what the official name is — rose? I love RM, but have never warmed up to the MACs, but now after seeing it on both of you, I'm reconsidering. Clutches are simply the best accessories for spring.
Elissa Stern says
These colors are just gorgeous on you! And I love the pop of color with your bag. I've been eyeing a Rebecca Minkoff bag in Nordstrom Rack for about a month, and now I think I have to run out today and get it!
Kileen says
aww thank you so much!
Kileen says
oh yes, i'm so impressed with the quality of this purse. the leather is so
soft and the workmanship quality of amazing! i definitely recommend!
jillian says
this is one of my favorites! I LOVE the skirt! too cute 🙂 happy monday! xoxo jcd :: cornflake dreams
colletteosuna says
I love the coral color skirt..Ive been taking the weekends off from blogging and have been getting TONS done, yes….. it feels fab!!
Sarah says
For some reason, this outfit/your facial expressions remind me of Nicki Minaj, which is awesome.
LittleLovables says
love it! coral is defiantly your color! that tulip skirt looks perfect on you, I could never get away with wearing that shape.
Kileen says
lol, thanks! 🙂
eclecticflair says
Love the corals on you! This outfit is so perfect for spring!! 😀
Lidi @ Eclectic Flair
Brittani Sterling says
I love this post! I'm always amazed at your photo shoots. I can tell you put a lot of thought into them. Without being creepy, your posts always make me appreciate what we all forget sometimes, how much our bodies do for us! Because you're petite and your hemlines can be a little shorter, it's hard not to notice your strong legs! I'm almost the opposite body type as you, but I think my calves are one of my best features. It just reminded me of the fact that our bodies do so much for us no matter what shape they are– especially navigating those heels, sometimes that takes work!! Thanks for the reiterating the lesson!
Hanna says
Oh dear lord I have the very same skirt in my shopping cart! Well, it is in size 0 since the 00 is already sold out. Totally weeping here, wishing I bought it during the promotion! LOVE the volume on that skirt and the colors that you paired with it. That last pic with the camera dome is so cute, at first I thought it was one of those cake dome things! That's what you remind me of, an adorable cupcake!
MUST buy that JCrew skirt! Thinking about popping in stores to see if the 00 is in stock (prob not lol). Would you think it would be a good candidate to alter at the waist? Dunno if I see any seams to take it in from. =0(
Kileen says
i would say that this skirt is a good candidate for altering at the waist
since the zipper is in the back (instead of the side). you don't have to
worry about the pleating being asymmetrical and it shouldn't been too bad of
an alteration. i love the melon color and know it would look really great
on you too! 🙂
Kileen says
lol, i do have some pretty muscular legs. i used to hate them but i've
learned to appreciate them too. i'm actually pretty muscular all-around as
i did gymnastics for years growing up as a child. the muscle is just pretty
hard to lose even though i think i'm a bit too muscular. 🙂
katypbrooks says
oh! i've been eyeing that skirt for a while now. i love it on you! way to mix the peach tones, it looks great! i'm glad you're knocking things off that wedding list 🙂
Yeri Yun says
You're so good at putting colors together! Love this outfit and the melon/purple combo. And you're too cute with that plastic dome thing you found. How fun!
Mirandaleebond says
Fabulous look, I want it!
I feel the need to buy a peach colored skirt immediately
Miranda
http://www.indcfashion.com
Cecilia Oviedo says
So beautiful! These pics are so adorable, specially that one where your hair is flying, you look beyond pretty! Hope you had a productive weekend too, cause those are the ones that make us happy right? … love it!
Cess O. <3
The Outfit Diaries
Kileen says
it's the perfect color for spring! 🙂
Lisachen08 says
eek! your so lucky i actually tried to get that exact RM clutch on gilt but it was all sold out 🙁 you're so lucky! hahaha.. omg kileen you've got some amazing gams.. your legs are seriously amazing!
Kileen says
yeah, i was seriously refreshing Gilt right when the sale started and was
able to get the clutch. it puts me over budget for the month but so worth
it!
and thanks about my legs. all my years of gymnastics and squats are paying
off, i guess. 🙂
Alamodeetplus says
Lovely outfit Kileen! The skirt is a gorgeous color and fit on you, and I love how the cardigan you paired it with.
Bekah says
LOVE the brights and textures! I love simply everything about this outfit!!!!! You are a rock star!
Tanvi says
OMG that clutch!!! You grabbed it from Gilt .. It was in your Cart when I was eyeing it 😛 Hehe!! Love your skirt!!
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Vanessa says
I love this outfit, and the colors are amazing. You have such great style. I feel like I always say the same thing about your outfits but it's true!
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Kileen says
Thank you!! I never get tired of hearing it. 🙂
aki! says
You look great. I'm trying to incorporate a coral piece into my wardrobe. And you were that inspiration. Now you're telling me that I need to go on it!
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kimmie says
I really like the colors in this outfit! I had been eying a similar outfit that Kendi posted, and am loving the monochromatic look! 🙂
The clutch is gorgeous!!
Bohemianlife says
Interesting colour combination. And the clutch is perfect + the heels…oh 🙂
AUBS says
great pictures Kileen! I love the colors here. so pretty. I only have issues w/the sleeves being too short on you. Other than that, thumbs up to this outfit.
Kileen says
oh, the cardigan is supposed to have 3/4 length sleeves so they're actually a little long on me and ended up being a weird in-between length. if only this cardigan came in petite sizing! i'll have to scrunch up the sleeves a bit next time. thanks for the tip! 🙂
Sewpetite Gal says
I love this! Especially how you paired it with the RM MAC – gorgeous!
Lynzy says
I just bought the same skirt from J. Crew and I am so excited to receive it in the mail! You look adorable in the bright colors! 🙂
xo Lynzy
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Kileen says
oh yes, you will love this skirt!!
xookie says
I just realized that I ADORE your eyes 🙂
katou says
I have to say when i opened your blog i was amazed, this outfit is superbe in all the great ways, the colors, the patterns, the cuts i looooove it; it's really one of my favourite looks of you!!!
Keep inspiring us 🙂
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Kileen says
aww, thank you!! that means so much to me. 🙂
Lyddiegal says
I love the peach and melon colors together, they are just so pretty! Your new clutch is gorgeous, totally worth a little splurge!
Nelah says
Love peachy, melon and purple, so pretty. That clutch is so gorgeous Kileen, I have to look into this designer.
Really Petite says
So pretty Kileen! Everything..pictures, skirt…the dome!! LOL
ChasingDavies says
I love coral and orange right now! And that pop of purple from your bag is perfect.
Meggy from Chasing Davies
Sandy a la Mode says
LOVING the soft colors of your outfit and the pop of bright purple in your purse! i am all ready for the color bridage tonight, can't wait!! 🙂
Leena1021 says
that clutch is fabulous! great deal!
Lyana says
Your outfit looks like a bright tulip 🙂 So cute
Michelle says
Too cute!! I love your picture locations!
What a great choice for a purse! Such a fun color!
Giuseppina says
just gorgeous! love these colors on you 🙂 i just bought a cute spring cardi in this color…which is SO out of my comfort zone! too bad it was freezing today. what the heck spring weather??
Shariki Radcliffe says
I am literally swooning over this outfit, especially the cardigan (and the skirt! and the shoes! and the bag! okay… everything)! I just might have to get that skirt, even though I own way too much coral for summer!
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Vicky says
Like your colorful outfit, but LOVE your new clutch!!! Beautiful shape and color.
Lilly's Style says
I'm in LOVE with this outfit!!! And you got killer legs girl 🙂
I just tagged your blog for an "8 most worn" post. Would love to read your answers.
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goodframeofmind says
These colors ended up looking great together 🙂
Good Girl Gone Blog says
LOVE that clutch- what a gorgeous color!
Nelah says
Love peachy, melon and purple, so pretty. That clutch is so gorgeous Kileen, I have to look into this designer.
Jessy says
I love the soft colours and then the bold clutch. perfect!
Callie says
Wearing those heels make you how tall? All of the coral tone look too cute on you!
xoxo Callie
Kileen says
haha, i'm probably close to 5'5" in the heels! 🙂
Kym says
i LOVE the colors! Definitely perfect for spring! and YAY!! you're getting married too!??!?! 3 weeks is gonna zoom by fast! I am getting married in June so the date is slowly creeping up on me too. I'm not so sure i've got everything prepared though! haha!
Strawberry Freckleface says
Love these colors together! I love anything monochromatic…but these colors are up there on my top favorites 🙂
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