mixing prints

You know those days where comfort rules all when it comes to choosing your outfit, and you don't care as much how you actually look? This was one of those days. It was going to be hot, humid, and rainy, and I just wanted to be as comfortable and cool as possible. It was an internship day,  in which I wear nice casual clothes, and no shorts (and socks, sorry about those!) So I put on my polka dot denim capris and this lightweight skin skimming floral top, which is basically a moisture wicking nice shirt. I figured the pants are basically jeans, so they would be ok with anything, but I was fully prepared to look a little mismatched. But I was pleasantly surprised when I put it on in the morning and it actually looked good!

I don't know how much you can tell by these pictures, but it definitely shows the importance of fit in how frumpy or not frumpy you look. I also don't mix prints very often, so I pleased to see how these prints looked good together. The key to mixing prints, though, is pairing a smaller one with a larger one, which is the rule I followed here. The polka dots are tiny so while they're cute and more interesting then plain blue denim, they aren't all that attention grabbing. That way, it was fine to pair them with a larger floral print in the top. You don't want your patterns competing for attention, but rather complimenting one another.

Top: JCPenney's

Pants: Kohl's (exact below)

Necklace: American Eagle

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mixed prints by greathappiness featuring Gloria Vanderbilt

Linking up to Random Wednesday at Because Shanna Said So.

stripes

I went shopping last week and found this shirt for $2.89 at Kohl's. Then with my 30% off discount, it ended up being less than $2!! I still can't get over how awesome that price is. Plus it is striped, and it contains my favorite color (yellow), along with my two favorite colors to pair it with (blue and grey). I think it's safe to say this shirt was meant for me, just sitting on the rack waiting for me to come along and pick it up.

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Top: Kohl's

Pants: Loft (exact below)

Shoes: Crocs

Necklace: G.H. Bass & Co.

Ring: Charlotte Russe

stripes and yellow by greathappiness featuring a beaded strand necklace

Linked up to Random Wednesday at Because Shanna Said So.

summer theme park fashion

I wore this outfit last week on a trip to Six Flags Great America here in the Chicago area with the little ones I nanny for. I wanted to be comfortable and stay cool in the heat. I love this seashell top from Forever 21 because it just screams summer. The bracelet is another piece I got in my grab bag from Apple of My Eye jewelry and I "love" it! Ok ok, groan away... 

What do you wear at a theme park in the summer?

Top: Forever 21, exact below

Shorts: Marshall's

Shoes: TOMS, exact below

Bracelet: Apple of My Eye Jewelry, exact below

Ring: Charming Charlie's

seashells by greathappiness featuring brown flat shoes

Forever 21 top / J.Crew j. crew shorts / TOMS brown flat shoes / Wire wrapped jewelry / Pave chain link bracelet

This post is linked up to Random Wednesday with Because Shanna Said So.

7x7 Remix

When I saw Audrey post about the 7x7 remix on Putting Me Together, I decided to take the challenge. I've never done a remix before and the thought has always been a little daunting, but I wanted to see what I could come up with.

7x7 remix pieces by greathappiness featuring majestic tops

I created all the looks on Polyvore for now, using items that look as similar as possible to my own (the TOMS and the purple shirt are exact). I'm going to try to wear these outfits in the coming weeks, and when I do I'll post them and link to them in this post as well! I chose pieces that I all thought would go well with each other. It's all pretty basic, but I would accessorize them to add a little excitement. Here's my rationale on my items: Purple button up top: I picked this up at Kohl's on sale a couple weeks ago. I have been obsessed with finding new button ups lately, and I like that this one has shorter sleeves for warmer weather. I definitely wanted to have a button up in my 7 pieces because of how versatile they are- you can wear them by themselves, layered, buttoned, unbuttoned, and tied! Grey t shirt: The ultimate basic. I have a few grey t shirts in my closet and I couldn't imagine not having one. They go with EVERYTHING and always look good. Black t shirt: I debated because it's another neutral t shirt, but it still makes for different looks. Black is just chic, and a black t shirt is another great wardrobe staple. Denim shorts: I got these last month and I didn't realize how much I needed a great pair of denim shorts until I got them. Basically any outfit you can make with jeans can be made with these for summer. And it always looks cute! Mustard pants: I'm so in love with these pants, and I've mostly dressed them up so far, so I wanted to make more casual outfits I could wear with them. Polka dot capris: Mine are denim polka dot, which you'll see when I wear them. I have wanted polka dot pants for the longest time so I was so excited when I tried these on and they fit perfectly. Since they're denim they'll go with anything, but the polka dots just make them so much cuter and less boring. Brown TOMS: I am a huge lover of TOMS, and I could walk around in them all day every day. This brown pair goes with everything!

7x7 remix outfit 1 by greathappiness featuring apt 9 shirts

This is a cute, casual layered summer outfit. SEE ME WEARING IT HERE

7x7 remix outfit 2 by greathappiness featuring ankle length pants

I've been wanting to do this color combination since I saw it on Taylor Swift and pinned her outfit. SEE ME WEARING IT HERE

7x7 remix outfit 3 by greathappiness featuring slip on flats

I would definitely accessorize this, and it's a great base to show off accessories! SEE ME WEARING IT HERE

7x7 remix outfit 4 by greathappiness featuring short pants

This outfit is a little less casual (at least in my world), and I like the pairing of purple and mustard together.

7x7 remix outfit 5 by greathappiness featuring t-shirts

The ultimate basic casual outfit for summer, right? And again you can really elevate it with a couple great accessories!

7x7 remix outfit 6 by greathappiness featuring cropped pants

I think this outfit could also look a little more on the nicer side of casual. It's put together while very comfortable at the same time.

7x7 remix outfit 7 by greathappiness featuring black slip on shoes

I love grey paired with any shade of yellow! When putting this outfit together, I couldn't believe I hadn't worn it yet! I'm linking this post up for the 7x7 Remix, and I can't wait to see what everyone else comes up with!

 

I'm also linking this up for Random Wednesday at Because Shanna Said So