Saturday, May 30, 2009

Pretty Patterns

Mix and match prints with wild abandon, darlings!
Fashion Flashback: Vogue, March 2008.
Runway inspirations via style.com except where otherwise credited.
Christian Lacroix
Cacharel
Chanel Resort
Diane von Furstenberg
Erdem Resort
Giambattista Valli
Gucci Resort
Junya Watanabe
Just Cavalli, via nymag.com
Marc Jacobs
Marni
Ruffian
Tuleh
Buying Guide:
Tibi Dos Pajaros one-shoulder dress; this and next at chickdowntown.com.
Alice + Olivia striped off the shoulder dress.
Emilio Pucci jersey mini dress, at eLuxury.com.
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania printed jersey dress; this and next at net-a-porter.com.
Stella McCartney cloud-print dress.
Zimmerman Honey Rider knot dress, at chickdowntown.
Maje Geneve strapless mini dress at net-a-porter.
Deal of the Day: Motel criss-cross back dress, $79 at pixiemarket.com.
Zimmerman Big Chill jumpsuit, at ckickdowntown.
Diane von Furstenberg Kali pants, worn as a strapless jumpsuit, from shopbop.com.
Emilio Pucci panello leggings; this and next three at net-a-porter.
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania New Petti Drawers shorts.
Emilio Pucci Miri print skirt.
3.1 Phillip Lim graphic print skort.
Tibi Lollipop stripe skirt; this and next at chickdowntown.
Tibi Navajo button-front skirt.
Mathew Williamson drape racer-back tank; this and next at net-a-porter.
Emilio Pucci Allesandro print scarf.
Tolani scarf, at chickdowntown.
Missoni zigzag print hat; this and next four at net-a-porter.com
Christian Louboutin Tigresse espadrille wedges.
Alexander McQueen crystal-print clutch.
Matthew Williamson Bright Escape print canvas cosmetics case.
Lanvin leopard print clutch.
Mara Hoffman Blue Mirror beaded bikini, at shopbop.com.
Bamboo triangle bikini, at victoriassecret.com.
Pick up a pattern, darlings!
xoxox,
CC
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61 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 30, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    I really admire those who are able to mix and match prints and look really cool... I'm trying to work on it!

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  2. BonBon Rose Girls KristinMay 30, 2009 at 9:48 AM

    I'll take the Tibi dress and the Lanvin clutch please. Delicious choices as usual!

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  3. CescMay 30, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    I'm lucky number one!

    This post is amazing. So much colour and texture.
    I love the Pucci mini dress and the Westwood skirt: DIVINE!

    Keep up the lovely blogging.

    xoxo
    Cesc

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  4. ChikitaRosemarieMay 30, 2009 at 9:51 AM

    we just can't help to love patterns, don't we??

    love all the stuffs, especially the dresses..

    great-patterned dresses are must-have items to stole the spotlight! love the dvf!! :D

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  5. Stephanie ClaytonMay 30, 2009 at 10:15 AM

    beautiful prints. this really inspires me to mix it up!

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  6. erika soroccoMay 30, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    I am completely head over heels for Gucci Resort and Diane Von Furstenberg. Love! :)

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  7. OmnisLucisMay 30, 2009 at 11:12 AM

    i love the tibi maxi and the zimmerman dress. this post is perfect inspiration for my summer wardrobe full of colorful, bold prints. (i just posted about that glam gucci dress a few days ago!:)

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  8. AnonymousMay 30, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    mixing patterns is one of my favorite things to do, but my mom is also confused when i don't match lol

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  9. Deine kleine SchwesterMay 30, 2009 at 11:18 AM

    Hi there,
    thanks so much for leaving your lovely comment on my main blog (www.modediktat.de)!
    I've tried to leave you a comment before but since my blog isn't at Blogspot I can't leave more Hello's than I would love to :)
    I love your post about patterns. In my opinion Dries van Noten did a fantastic job in 08 - this collection is burning like a sparkle in my memory! Glorious!
    As well as the Gucci Resort prints... I would love to own one of the maxi dresses of the collection. At least I would love to own them all, to be honest... But let's keep it real ;)
    I hope to stay in touch.
    Have a fantastic and relaxed weekend!!
    xoxo, Sofie

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  10. Deine kleine SchwesterMay 30, 2009 at 11:58 AM

    Thanks so much - again! :)
    So now you know when I'm commenting via this ID it's me!
    I was reading through your amazing blog when you're latest comment arrived! :)
    I'm going to add you to my favorite blog list right now! Again, happy weekend and warmest regards to the East Coast!! :-D

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  11. Baybay MamaMay 30, 2009 at 12:01 PM

    I do love mixing and matching prints! I think it is all about the confidence that can pull it off:)

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  12. This chick's got styleMay 30, 2009 at 12:03 PM

    These really give me a summer feeling! Love the dresses!

    x!

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  13. AngelaMay 30, 2009 at 12:26 PM

    I like idea of mixing patterns now.

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  14. Pau(Rox)May 30, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    Hoy no puedo elegir nada, me gusta todooooo.
    Love this post, everthing !!!
    XXX

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  15. UnknownMay 30, 2009 at 12:45 PM

    Hot! The alice and olivia dress is to die for. xoxo

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  16. Elizabeth MarieMay 30, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    I'm loving those wedges! I think I'm going to push myself with more patterns this summer!

    And thank you darling...yes, a couple of glasses of pinot was perfect company! No need to take on situations that might end up ugly!

    YOU are lovely! xoxo!

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  17. MoMay 30, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    i always stay with my solid colors, but I think it's time for me to embrace a few patterns. This was awesome inspiration

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  18. BeyMay 30, 2009 at 1:49 PM

    LOVE the colours! My favorites are the gucci dress and dvf pantsuit!

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  19. Fashion MomentMay 30, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    This Flashback is amazing! Zimmerman jumpsuit is great, Diane von Furstenberg - my love forever, and Gucci Resort is so, so fantastic!
    Have a wonderful weekend,

    FM~FP

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  20. GedankenlosMay 30, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    i LOVE floral prints :) so beautiful!

    thanks for your lovely comment on my blog!

    http://street-inspiration.blogspot.com/

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  21. Jennifer FabulousMay 30, 2009 at 2:10 PM

    Very inspirational. I'm always too afraid to mix prints, but it looks like it can be done tastefully. I just need to be more brave!

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  22. KatiMay 30, 2009 at 3:23 PM

    I love mixed patterns!

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  23. UnknownMay 30, 2009 at 3:25 PM

    Loving the outfits! I want them all xoxox

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  24. IlseMay 30, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    I feel totally inspired to throw out all of my black clothes right now hahaha. lovely collection <3

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  25. SiskaMay 30, 2009 at 4:18 PM

    I love the colours.

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  26. BlairMay 30, 2009 at 4:37 PM

    Qué buena selección!Mis favoritos la 2ªfoto,el vestido Gucci resort y los Louboutin.
    Xoxo

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  27. thefatandskinnyonfashionMay 30, 2009 at 4:38 PM

    patterns and prints should be worn with caution, but they are beautiful when they are done right.

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  28. DIARIO DE UNA ESTILISTAMay 30, 2009 at 4:40 PM

    I love the fist pic, the Vogue´s one. Great selection, as always.
    Besos!!!

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  29. jessMay 30, 2009 at 5:39 PM

    The Alice and olvia dress is very pretty.

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  30. WendyBMay 30, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    Believe it or not, I used to be scared of prints. Obviously, Ossie Clark broke me of that worry!

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  31. GabbiMay 30, 2009 at 7:18 PM

    Such pretty prints! I love the Stella dress and the Criss-cross back dress... xo

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  32. Mademoiselle ♥♥May 30, 2009 at 7:26 PM

    Such Wonderful colours!!
    So summer-ish.!

    xxx

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  33. Peter BreeseMay 30, 2009 at 8:00 PM

    Wow! Such beautiful colors. That first image is fantastic. Reminds me of the 80s color spectrum.

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  34. UnknownMay 30, 2009 at 8:24 PM

    I'm terrible at wearing just one print--I can't imagine pulling off a mix of them! But I adore nearly every look in this post so maybe I should try harder! Plus, I just adore that Lanvin clutch.

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  35. AnonymousMay 30, 2009 at 10:24 PM

    ooh! stunning :) i really like dries van noten's mix/matchable print designs
    http://xazddesign.com

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  36. AnonymousMay 30, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    i looove mixing and matching prints. i've got to say, no one mixes and matches better than marc jacobs, that s/s collection was UNBELIEVABLE.

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  37. Little Bow PrepMay 31, 2009 at 12:28 AM

    Cool new header!

    I adore the Gucci Resort dress and the Alexander McQueen clutch!

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  38. Gєммα;∂ιℓєммα.May 31, 2009 at 1:55 AM

    Gosh, these are beatuiful. I envy people who can put prints together and on beautifully.

    Gorgeous. x

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  39. UnknownMay 31, 2009 at 3:15 AM

    Love the Pucci and Gucci dresses! hhmmm - didn't mean to pick for the same sounding designers =))

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  40. The Little Fashion TreasuryMay 31, 2009 at 3:38 AM

    CC, I love your header!!!!!

    ... always when I think I don´t love pattern.. I come across pattern or mix and match prints I love... does that make sense ;)

    This season I love especially Marc Jacobs
    mix and match prints!!!

    HAPPY SUNNY SUNDAY!

    Hugs & Kisses
    mwah...mwah
    Martina

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  41. SamMay 31, 2009 at 5:13 AM

    Very inspiring! I love them all - they are so out there and pretty!

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  42. BMay 31, 2009 at 5:16 AM

    The Erdem Resort is SO pretty! I don't think I would wear it but it's just gorgeous to look at!

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  43. Debbie ShiamayMay 31, 2009 at 5:41 AM

    i love them all. Youre so wonderful thanks for taking all these effort. I love your blog to bits!!!!

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  44. SasiMay 31, 2009 at 6:06 AM

    Not sure about this trend, but the Lanvin leopard print clutch is to die for!

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  45. Diary of a Young DesignerMay 31, 2009 at 6:44 AM

    I am drooling over the set with the plaid shirt, just adorable! Great finds!

    xo
    Sophie

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  46. MarianMay 31, 2009 at 7:01 AM

    oh i love prints, it is so fun to clash and throw them all together! i adore the MCqueen crystal print so much. it is so unexpected!
    muah xx
    Marian

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  47. SeekerMay 31, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    Gorgeous patterns.
    I'm a bit afraid of prints... weird I think.
    I wish I could mix them and not be looked like an allien....

    Hope you're having a great weekend, beautiful you.

    xoxo

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  48. CharlotteMay 31, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    Got to admit,the patterns are very pretty :), especially the minidress Geneve from net-a-porter.

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  49. AnikaMay 31, 2009 at 9:20 AM

    Love the Tibi one shouldered dress....gorgeous!

    And CC, I got the Elizabeth and James deconstructed tee. I love it! And I see what you meant by "the S is quite large". So is the XS....but in a good way :)

    Thank you so much :D

    Hope you're having a fabulous weekend

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  50. HekMay 31, 2009 at 9:28 AM

    Gorgeousness all over the place!
    I want those leggings...

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  51. Terence SamboMay 31, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    Patterns are fierce n u got to have some attitude to pull them off :o]

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  52. ElenaMay 31, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    Beautiful patterns indeed! Love the Chanel resort!

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  53. SOS!May 31, 2009 at 7:58 PM

    i like patterns :) christian lacroix is amazing at them.
    xx-LJ from SOS!

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  54. Fabianna (H.Finn Jewelry)May 31, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    chanel resort = heaven

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  55. EdaJune 1, 2009 at 4:34 AM

    Stunning prints!

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  56. AnonymousJune 1, 2009 at 7:09 AM

    Love your list! I could use a beach vacation right about now!!

    http://www.wreckedstellar.wordpress.com

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  57. Dani @ Weddings FreshJune 1, 2009 at 9:09 PM

    it's been a while since i have had the chance to check your posts and there is so much eye candy right now i can't contain myself! love the patters and currently looking for some dresses right now. great finds!

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  58. Amazing StyleJune 3, 2009 at 5:57 AM

    so many colours in only one outfit remind me of the powerpuff girls
    i like to see many colours on others but i don't buy them for my wardrobe
    it's just not my style

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  59. AnonymousJune 3, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    Now it's so sad to see Lacroix's works... :(.
    More than 2o couture years... sad, sad, depressing !

    Amazing post though !

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  60. jfsinel07May 10, 2010 at 5:02 PM

    fantastic...really sexy and hot

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  61. Roam RomeNovember 11, 2010 at 10:04 PM

    hi there lady! Love your collection!! Look forward to more!!! Thanks!

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