Pink French Bride: Kaleidoscope

I can recall swirling echos from my childhood saying don't wear those two things together "They don't match!" It's not about who repeatedly drilled those instructions, but why. It just wasn't cool to be unmatched, un put together, un kept and certainly un chic!

Just to be clear, I'm not suggesting those that like to have matching items in their closets are not style deprived. It is not a bad thing to match. Sometimes it is quite essential for things in life to match and match well!

I'm simply presenting another perspective that isn't for all tastes, but has gained momentum in recent years. I always go back to the mismatched table setting to illustrate my point.

Not one plate is the same, but together they are magic!

Translate this to clothing and we've got something here I'm crazy about. Keeping similar color tones, but doubling or tripling prints and textures results in a divine kaleidoscope of wow.

Naples Illustrated January 2015

A myriad of print on these maids framed by the tonal bouquets

Accessories get in the act as well. The lines on these earrings above accent the paisley print beautifully as does the hibiscus print with the Tory Burch green floral. Pattern on patten really works and it's super chic and very put together!

I recently purchased the clutch below from an incredible designer, Suzanna Niles, who has an Etsy shop. You must visit "Sewzanna" on Etsy if you admire this glorious example of pattern and texture mixing. It truly epitomizes my love of pattern mixing with a vintage, feminine touch!

"Sewzanna" original design

Perhaps you're still not convinced? That is the beauty of personal style. You can create your own kaleidoscope for your wedding. Yours may be a winter white wedding and you use your grandmother's blue, embroidered table cover as an accent on your place card table. Believe it or not, you mixed! Old with new is always the perfect dare I say match!

Side note: So glad to be back on the blog! I missed it, but have been busy putting the final touches on my new, venture "Brooch" Vintage Accessories. Would love for you to follow me on Facebook by clicking on the photo on the right above! It's been fun so far! I truly wish all the best to you in 2015 and greatly appreciate anyone who stops by to read my posts!

One last note... Have to share some pics of designers who blew me away at bridal market NYC in October. As always, I was inspired and will talk more about these Spring 2015 looks in upcoming posts. Inbal Dror has set the bar and Ersa is another designer I'm smitten with. Haley Paige is a delight as a person and as a talented, young designer. She has truly made her mark this season. ENJOY!