How To Wear Camo Print

Camouflage doesn’t just belong in the army. Real and pseudo-military garb is hitting the city streets and campus walkways this year, with everything from jackets to hats to shoes. If you want to embrace this trend, look for unexpected ways, like my suggestions below, to bring out your inner GI Jo(anna). 

Camo Jacket with Everything! – No matter if you’re rocking a miniskirt, some ripped jeans, or a full-length tutu, a camo jacket will be the right balance of print to neutral every time ...

Camo Skinny Jeans – Perfect for pairing with a muscle tank and beaded sandals for summer and then boots and a blazer for fall, these pants will definitely get some good use! 

How will you rock camo this season? Comment below with your style suggestions! xo

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Angelika

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(Credit: L.R.)

HOW TO SHOP DURING SALES

Your favorite shop just announced that they’re having an insane sale of up to 75% off – of course you’re going to check it out! But before you do, here are my golden rules for shopping sales that will save you time and money on items that aren’t actually worth the sales tag let alone withstanding the crowds and reading between the lines of the return policies.

• Only buy something you really love or actually need – don’t get caught up in the low prices and buy something useless.

• If it’s on sale, buy the piece you couldn’t otherwise afford.
• If it doesn’t fit in the shop that probably won’t change by the time you get home. Be honest with yourself when you’re trying on items.
• Never buy anything too small. Only buy something too large if you have an amazing tailor you feel confident can make the piece fit.
• Avoid the boring classics – it’s better to buy them on your own good time in a solid shop but there is no danger of being panicked into a buy where you know you can always take things back.
• Keep away from anything in a bin with “special purchase” attached to it – you will spend more money than it is worth.
• If there’s something you’ve really set your heart on and you know it’s going to be reduced, have patience and wait for it. In the meantime, stay away for fear of falling in love with the item and blindly purchasing.
• Don’t be tempted to buy something in a wild colored or crazy print you would never wear simply because it’s 50%+ off.

Before you part with your hard-earned cash, check the shops refund policy – if it doesn’t work out you want to be able to take it back.........

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Angelika

www.styleupbyangel.com

( credit: L.R. & Italian Vogue 1992)

TO MIX DIFFERENT TEXTURES

Even though my wardrobe has a distinctly feminine style, sometimes I love to venture outside of my comfort zone and thrown in the unpredictable pieces–like a bit of pleather mixed with my favorite lace top or classic pleats paired with a chambray shirt. Combining textures within one outfit is an easy way to maximize your wardrobe and add a little spice to your personal style, but if you haven’t yet experimented with it ....

LACE & DENIM : 

A closet staple for every woman should be a denim jacket or a denim jeans. While you may be tempted to pair your jacket with a classic flannel or white jeans, combining denim with lace is another option for dressing up an all-American must-have. The dusty pink of the lace skirt perfectly complements the rustic appearance of this jacket style and, ultimately, boosts this look to another level of sophistication.

LEATHER

As a self-proclaimed girly-girl, I never understood the attraction of leather looks until recently. A couple of months ago I purchased my first pleather-accented top and it has become one of my absolute favorites! Realistically, you won’t find me wearing studs, biker boots, or a full-on leather jacket anytime soon, but I’ve grown accustomed to the look of leather mixed with my feminine pieces. This rose jacquard full skirt paired with a chic leather top will strike the perfect balance of femininity and edge.

What are some of your favorite texture combinations? Sound off in the comment section, I can’t wait to get more ideas!! xo

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Angelika

www.styleupbyangel.com

( credit: L.R.)