Clothes Stories: Merry and Bright!

As the days cool down, I'm transitioning my wardrobe to fall. Over the years, I've gotten to the point where most of my clothing stays the same year-round, but I do have a small box of really heavy sweaters and boots that stays on the shelf for the summer (a Minnesota necessity for this thin-blooded girl!).

I've been loving bright colors lately and my favorite Punjammies pants made by the International Princess Project get alot of use- I wear them weekly! Though I sometimes wear them for work-at-home days (they're so comfortable), I wear them to run errands and hop around town, too!

Since these pants are BRIGHT, loose and flowy, I make sure to dress myself strategically to avoid looking like I'm out in my pajamas. For me, learning how to style bright, bold patterns in a way that works for my personal style aesthetic has been a big part of my ethical style journey. While there are now many amazing companies selling neutral-colored basics, much of the the fair trade clothing out there is made with fabrics that are block-printed or dyed with multicolored designs.

My tips for toning down a bright, crazy piece of clothing:
- Choose neutral pieces to make up the rest of your look.
- Use a tailored piece to add a more polished look- I used a collared shirt rather than a loose tee to avoid a pajama-type look with my loose pants.
-Keep it minimal. Don't wear lots of jewelry or carry a brightly-colored bag!

How would you style a bright, patterned piece of clothing?






















Where to Shop:

Denim Shirt: Thrifted
Pants: Punjammies 
Colbalt Flats: Thrifted