As I walked out the door in this outfit the other day, I knew something was a little off with the look. After a bit of contemplation, I decided that a red bag (preferably this one) would have been much more ideal paired with the ensemble. Since no such bag exists in my wardrobe, and because I didn't want to change anything else about it, this was the next best thing. I'm curious, though - what kind of bag would you have carried with this look?
Wearing: T.Babaton striped tee (via Aritzia), 3.1 Phillip Lim skirt, Aldo shoes and necklace, DKNY bag, NARS Amchoor nails
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Love this outfit, Jen! You are so good at styling!
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by Tinacious Me on July 11, 2012 at 6:09 AM. #
You look so lovely!
xoxo
~Natasha Fatah~
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by Natasha Fatah on July 11, 2012 at 7:08 AM. #
I absolutely love your necklace and your striped top!
Michelle
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by Michelleesque on July 11, 2012 at 7:11 AM. #
love the top
by Lace And Tulle on July 11, 2012 at 7:39 AM. #
LOVE the shape of the skirt. I've been dying to get me hands on an umbrella skirt!
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by Joanna Le on July 11, 2012 at 9:15 AM. #
Striped shirts are the best :) And hmm, I probably would've carried a red purse as well, or perhaps something with a print as a wild card?
by Caroline on July 11, 2012 at 9:56 AM. #
Yes a red bag would have done wonders to amp up the sass, but I like the one you have. It's sophisticated!
by Naomi at The Occasional Indulgence on July 11, 2012 at 9:56 AM. #
A read bag sounds about right. Especially with that pretty red lipstick!
Carlee
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by CarleeJ on July 11, 2012 at 10:11 AM. #
i think the red bag would have been perfect. but i dont think you can ever go wrong with neutrals. how bout yellow?
by easy petite looks on July 11, 2012 at 10:54 AM. #
yes, red would be a great pop of colour!
by Holly on July 11, 2012 at 11:11 AM. #
Cute smile, and amazing style!
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by Julie Mitzie on July 11, 2012 at 11:23 AM. #
I think this looks perfect the way you already have it--a red bag might have been bordering on too matchy-matchy or costumey nautical. But sometimes it's hard to judge without seeing everything together in real life, isn't it?
by lisa on July 11, 2012 at 1:11 PM. #
So pretty! I actually like how the tan bag works with the other neutrals in this! Though the red really would have upped the nautical factor of the outfit. Great choice either way!
-Erin-
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by Erin on July 11, 2012 at 2:08 PM. #
I think the brown bag isn't bad, but you're right that the red on would have definitely made this outfit pop! You're outfit reminds me that I need a striped top like that in my wardrobe.
by Jenn on July 11, 2012 at 2:57 PM. #
Gorgeous, as always. The brown definitely tones down the look, making it more office appropriate (Dare I say?). But the red, oh the red would've made it perfectly summery.
I'd go for a Celine as well, except the Nano Phantom. Little bags that don't fit my giant SLR and papers for school won't fly by me.
Hope you're enjoying the hot hot hot heat! xo
by Jess ♡ on July 11, 2012 at 3:14 PM. #
Love this. Totally cute. Love it all!
with love and aloha, Mae
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by thereafterish.com on July 11, 2012 at 3:45 PM. #
i love such a look! the necklace is beautiful!
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by Eva Wu on July 11, 2012 at 3:52 PM. #
A lovely combination... The classic navy shirt, a beautiful white skirt and the statement necklace to give that touch. The result is a elegant outfit!
<3
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by Patrícia M. on July 11, 2012 at 4:43 PM. #
If you hadn't mentioned the other bag then I wouldn't have thought there were any adjustments necessary! But I see what you mean; it would have complemented your lips nicely. Nonetheless, a lovely outfit for summer that is so much more sophisticated than the typical summer shorts and tee look!
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by amuseume on July 11, 2012 at 4:56 PM. #
Lovely look, very preppy chic. I just love that camel bag, it's fabulous!
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by Lily on July 11, 2012 at 5:53 PM. #
Necklace and shoes are fab!
xoxo
Cassidy
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by Cassidy Short on July 11, 2012 at 7:13 PM. #
Lovely pumps!! You always look so awesome!
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by octoberchic.com on July 11, 2012 at 9:38 PM. #
I love this outfit, I love navy + white striped shirts, always remind me of France somehow. So a bit of red would've been good, that's true! :D The brown bag isn't bad at all though :)
by Sam Murakami on July 11, 2012 at 11:16 PM. #
Red would have looked interesting, especially if you're trying to play up that color scheme. I would probably have opted for black if I had to go with a different color, but that cognac bag goes quite well!
by MizzJ on July 11, 2012 at 11:48 PM. #
...I would choose my Louis Vuiton Alma in Monogram. It goes with absolutely everything and always looks fabulous! Ido like your bag with this outfit! Very chic.
Suzi x
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by Suzi Maynard on July 12, 2012 at 3:34 AM. #
You always look classy and stunning! Lovely outfit! x
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by Rosalinda Tjioe on July 12, 2012 at 3:58 AM. #
Very stylish. You are an inspiration :D
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by Mira on July 12, 2012 at 4:25 AM. #
Yeah I totally agree the Celine bag was a better
fit but the other purse still looks good.
xoxo
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by ahhhline on July 12, 2012 at 5:53 AM. #
Love everything about this outfit, including the purse! You know how to put pieces together so well! I think a bright coloured purse would have made the outfit pop more but i think the bag you have in the photographs look great though!
by hardydanielle on July 12, 2012 at 9:56 AM. #
SUPER CUTE LOOK, VERY WELL PUT TOGETHER!
XX
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by ZxM Fashion Addicts on July 12, 2012 at 1:50 PM. #
Ha, I think a Celine bag in any colour would be the perfect missing piece to any outfit puzzle! But unfortunately that doesn't exist in my wardrobe either. I like the bag you paired with this outfit. I think a dove grey bag with pale gold accessories would have been a nice match as well.
Marisa
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by Marisa on July 12, 2012 at 4:20 PM. #
You look elegant as always, Jen! Love the umbrella skirt.
xoxo,
Suzie Q
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by Suzie Q on July 12, 2012 at 5:46 PM. #
your side look is the best!
by Prity on July 13, 2012 at 12:45 PM. #
You look so cute.
Love how it was put together
Tash
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by Style Isle on July 13, 2012 at 9:01 PM. #
love love the stripes paired with the necklace! And I'm with you on the red bag...love that one! x
by FRANKIE HEARTS FASHION on July 16, 2012 at 4:22 AM. #