Granny-Inspired Color Block Trend

Monday, June 4, 2012

I wore: Dress worn as a Top- Funky Flair Boutique/Jeans- Marshalls/Earrings- Just Jewels 4 U/Clutch (Thrifted)/ Shoes- Steve Madden(Thrifted)


Last weekend, I attended our church family cook-out at Willis Park in Alpharetta. I was too tickled to see my granny rocking the color block trend. Doesn't she look stylish? She is truly one of my fashion inspirations. 


At 90-years old she always manages to stay on trend without even trying. Plus she still looks age appropriate. I promise you she selected these pieces without even thinking twice about color blocking. She is just that fab! And of course, it was such a coincidence that we complemented each other! Great minds think alike.


I have had this teal dress (worn as a top) for almost 2 years now! I purchased it from Kesha Denise of Funky Flair Boutique. It is one of my go-to pieces for spring/summer. I love the color and easy forgiving fit. I especially like that fact that I can wear it as a dress or a top. There is no better feeling than having a piece that can transition into multiple looks. 



Oh...and not to mention that the dress has straps too. I just tucked them in to create a strapless look. When I wear the dress as a top, I usually add black opaque leggings, but this time I opted for my cobalt blue skinny jeans and red shoes for an extra pop of color. 



Color blocking is such a bold and creative way to dress.  It is such a great way to add color to your wardrobe. As long as you stick to 2 or 3 solid chunks of color and keep the accessories minimal. You will be able to pull off one of the easiest trends this season. 

Do you have a technique for color blocking? Or do you just experiment with different color schemes?

Whould you like to comment?

  1. You and your grandma looks absolutely adorable and you both know how to wear clothes. I just wish I know how to color block.

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  2. JeimysfashionloveaffairJune 4, 2012 at 7:26 AM

    awww this is the cutest post ever love the color block outfits you look so fierce!!!

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  3. You and granny better work!!!!  I love it!  The earrings are fabulous!!!!

    7eventh Letterhttp://www.whatsmoreimportantthanfashion.com/

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  4. Too cute! I have not tried the color blocking trend YET, however the way you and your sweet granny are rocking it, I may have to try it soon!

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  5. Love this post! Granny is adorable!!!  I have blue skinnies so I'm definitely gonna try this!

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  6. You ladies look amazing and what a great post! (:

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  7. Swanky LittleThingsJune 5, 2012 at 1:16 AM

    I love this! You and granny look great!

    Brittany x
    www.BrillianceOfB.com

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  8. Love it! Yall are to cute!

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  9. I love it! You guys look great and it's so fun to see that your granny still has fun with fashion!

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  10. the business pumps with the jegggings is just so WRONG!

    Bless ur grannies heart, she is exempt from any fashion critique.....

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  11. Look at stylish granny! Love it!

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  12. Oh look at your Granny. Such a blessing!! You both look great.

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