four ways to wear: florals + stripes.

Skirt The Rules Blog; NYC Fashion Blogger; style blog; summer outfit photos; four ways to wear florals and stripes; how to mix prints; Amanda Sanchez of Little Miss Fearless; Lynzy Coughlin of Sparkling Footsteps; Caitlin Lindquist of A Little Dash of Darling

I have good and bad news.  The bad news is that this is the last round of my style collaboration with Amanda of Little Miss Fearless, Lynzy of Sparkling Footsteps and Caitlin of A Little Dash of Darling.  The good news?  We’re showing you how to tackle one of my favorite trends: mixing florals and stripes!

Skirt The Rules Blog; NYC Fashion Blogger; style blog; summer outfit photos; four ways to wear florals and stripes; how to mix prints; Banana Republic striped pussy bow top; Anthropologie floral midi skirt; Michael Kors white leather straw clutch; J.Crew pave square link bracelet; red gemstone bracelet; Sam Edelman Sophie colorblock wedges

I’ve been rocking this look so much this spring (last seen here and here) that I almost ran out of pieces to pair!  But fret not, I pulled this gorgeous floral midi skirt from storage and threw it on with my favorite summer blouse.  I raved about this style formula a few weeks ago and I stick by my words: pairing florals and stripes is the easiest and chicest way to mix prints.

See how Amanda, Lynzy and Caitlin mixed florals and stripes and try it for yourself!

Skirt The Rules Blog; NYC Fashion Blogger; style blog; summer outfit photos; four ways to wear florals and stripes; how to mix prints; Banana Republic striped pussy bow top; Anthropologie floral midi skirt; Michael Kors white leather straw clutch; J.Crew pave square link bracelet; red gemstone bracelet; Sam Edelman Sophie colorblock wedgesSkirt The Rules Blog; NYC Fashion Blogger; style blog; summer outfit photos; four ways to wear florals and stripes; how to mix prints; Banana Republic striped pussy bow top; Anthropologie floral midi skirt; Michael Kors white leather straw clutch; J.Crew pave square link bracelet; red gemstone bracelet; Sam Edelman Sophie colorblock wedgesSkirt The Rules Blog; NYC Fashion Blogger; style blog; summer outfit photos; four ways to wear florals and stripes; how to mix prints; Banana Republic striped pussy bow top; Anthropologie floral midi skirt; Michael Kors white leather straw clutch; J.Crew pave square link bracelet; red gemstone bracelet; Sam Edelman Sophie colorblock wedgesSkirt The Rules Blog; NYC Fashion Blogger; style blog; summer outfit photos; four ways to wear florals and stripes; how to mix prints; Banana Republic striped pussy bow top; Anthropologie floral midi skirt; Michael Kors white leather straw clutch; J.Crew pave square link bracelet; red gemstone bracelet; Sam Edelman Sophie colorblock wedges

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Top: Banana Republic
Skirt: Anthropologie
Bracelets: J.Crew, NOLA Boutique
Bag: Michael Kors (similar)
Shoes: Sam Edelman

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I'm a communications professional in the airline industry by day and a style blogger on nights and weekends.

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style formula: derby darling.

Skirt The Rules Blog; NYC fashion blogger; style blog; shopping collage; summer dresses; floppy hats; Modcloth On Holiday Hat; Modcloth Vinyard Vacation Hat; Modcloth Tilt the End of Time yellow fascinator; Ruche Blossoming Creativity Print Dress; Ruche St. Claire Embroidered Yellow Floral Dress; Ruche Current Rush Eyelet turquoise dress; C. Wonder Braided Tassel Pebbled Leather Clutch; C. Wonder Watersnake Tab Lock Clutch; C. Wonder Abstract Ikat Clutch

Still fresh off my visit to the Belmont Stakes, I’m putting together a few easy-to-wear outfits for a day at the races or really any weekend occasion.  A colorful sundress and an easy-to-grab clutch are a no-brainer combo,  but it’s the interesting headgear that will really make your look stand out.  Go for a big floppy hat or if you’re feeling extra fancy, top your outfit with a darling little fascinator!

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1. Modcloth On Holiday Hat — $24.99
2. Modcloth Vineyard Vacation Hat — $34.99
3. Modcloth Tilt the End of Time Fascinator — $29.99
4. Ruche Blossom Creativity Printed Dress — $46.99
5. Ruche St. Claire Embroidered Floral Dress — $64.99
6. Ruche Current Rush Eyelet Detail Dress — $39.99
7, C. Wonder Braided Tassel Pebbled Leather Clutch — $148
8. C. Wonder Watersnake Tab-Lock Clutch — $168
9. C. Wonder Abstract Ikat Clutch — $48

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belmont stakes.

Skirt The Rules Blog; NYC fashion blogger; style blog; summer outfit photo; what to wear to a derby or horse race; Zara TRF neon yellow floral print dress; Joe Fresh orange floppy hat; Banana Republic sparkle stone white statement necklace; Tory Burch straw satchel handbag; J.Crew pave square link bracelet; Sam Edelman Sophie colorblock wedge; Essie DJ Play That Song neon purple nail polish

This past Saturday, Tracy and I took a trip on the Long Island Rail Road over to Belmont Stakes, the third and final leg of the US Triple Crown (look at me pretending to know something about horse racing!).  It was a fabulous escape from the city, complete with big hats, sundresses and mimosas.  I couldn’t have asked for a better time — minus the fact that I lost $11 in bets (high roller, I know).

Skirt The Rules Blog; NYC fashion blogger; style blog; summer outfit photo; what to wear to a derby or horse race; Zara TRF neon yellow floral print dress; Joe Fresh orange floppy hat; Banana Republic sparkle stone white statement necklace; Tory Burch straw satchel handbag; J.Crew pave square link bracelet; Sam Edelman Sophie colorblock wedge; Essie DJ Play That Song neon purple nail polishSkirt The Rules Blog; NYC fashion blogger; style blog; summer outfit photo; what to wear to a derby or horse race; Zara TRF neon yellow floral print dress; Joe Fresh orange floppy hat; Banana Republic sparkle stone white statement necklace; Tory Burch straw satchel handbag; J.Crew pave square link bracelet; Sam Edelman Sophie colorblock wedge; Essie DJ Play That Song neon purple nail polishSkirt The Rules Blog; NYC fashion blogger; style blog; summer outfit photo; what to wear to a derby or horse race; Zara TRF neon yellow floral print dress; Joe Fresh orange floppy hat; Banana Republic sparkle stone white statement necklace; Tory Burch straw satchel handbag; J.Crew pave square link bracelet; Sam Edelman Sophie colorblock wedge; Essie DJ Play That Song neon purple nail polishSkirt The Rules Blog; NYC fashion blogger; style blog; summer outfit photo; what to wear to a derby or horse race; Zara TRF neon yellow floral print dress; Joe Fresh orange floppy hat; Banana Republic sparkle stone white statement necklace; Tory Burch straw satchel handbag; J.Crew pave square link bracelet; Sam Edelman Sophie colorblock wedge; Essie DJ Play That Song neon purple nail polish

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Dress: Zara
Hat: Joe Fresh (similar)
Necklace: Banana Republic
Bag: Tory Burch
Bracelet: J.Crew
Shoes: Sam Edelman
Nails: Essie’s DJ Play That Song

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