Blogging Besties: Ombre

I don't know about you, but perusing my favorite style blogs over a cup of coffee is one of my favorite ways to relax!  I find myself inspired by all of the creative looks that are put together by these beautiful ladies.  However, every once in awhile, one of my blogging friends nails it and I know that I have to try to recreate her look.  Alex did just that last week with her unique ombre-inspired outfit!

I've already found a couple of ombre combinations in my closet but I decided to try a blue-hued look this week!

Ok, so I know that my top maybe verges on green instead of blue, but I do think my mint necklace and cobalt skirt worked together to create the ombre effect.

Blooper compliments of my handsome photographer.

I wore this ensemble for a very special date!  A blogging blind date, that is.  You guys, I met the incredibly sweet Ada (pronounced ahhhdahhh-- I was saying it wrong in my head this whole time!) of Elegance and Mommyhood while she was vacationing with her family in my hometown.  I have to say that she is just as sweet in person as she is online and her daughter Vivian is quite the cutie!  I can't wait for an upcoming shopping trip together!

We braved a windy day at Silver Beach!

And finally, here are your options to pass-on for next week: blue hues, mint, cobalt, a peplum, a (J.Crew) mini skirt, stripes or sling backs! 

What I'm Wearing:

Top: Anthro (similar, similar)

Skirt: J.Crew Factory (exact in different colors)

Necklace: Etsy (similar, similar)

Flats: Land's End (exact)

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What did you pass-on from Alex's look last week?

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Create28: Summer Color Combos Look

Happy Monday (if there is such a thing), and welcome to day six of Create28: Lovely Summer Looks!  It's Whitney and I'm here to show you one of my favorite Summer Color Combos.  When Carrie, Casey and I decided that I would be the one to post about this topic, I have to admit, I was a little bit overwhelmed.  There are so many color combinations that make me think of summer!  There is sunshiny yellow, beachy coral, nautical navy and so many other colors that can be combined every which way!

Ultimately I chose an almost mono-chromatic look composed of shades of blues and greens as my summer color ensemble.  It's so much fun to spend this time of year outside and these hues remind me of the grass and the sky.  I also feel a bit nautically (is that really a word?) in this outfit...although I'm not sure that a sequined tank top is entirely appropriate boat-wear.  Although let's face it, I could find a reason to wear sequins just about anywhere!

What's your favorite summer color combination?  Here are a few other ideas that we found:

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You can show us your favorite warm-weather hues on Instagram (#Create28SummerLooks) or by linking-up TODAY!  You can find the link-up below and don't forget to link each of your Create28 looks from the past week!  Then, stop by tomorrow to see Casey's Summer Bright Look.

What I'm Wearing:
Tank: J.Crew Factory (similar, similar)
Skirt: Banana Republic (similar, similar)
Belt: Target (similar, similar)
Wedges: France (similar, similar)

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