{Outfit Inspiration} Shades of Magenta

Fall is a gradual season around these parts, so we don’t go from sundresses to boots overnight. I typically just add a layer to accommodate the cooler mornings. Cardigans are a Southern girl’s best friend, not only for the array of colors, but because they help to transition outfits between seasons. Today I’m mixing different shades of magenta as a nod to Summer, and the season to come.

Magenta Outfit
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Really I’m cheating by calling this ‘Shades of Magenta.’ Truth is, I wasn’t exactly sure how to label these colors….coral, hot pink, purple, salmon? No matter, I love how they blend together for a punchy impact. My mom probably thinks I look like I got dressed in the dark.

Magenta Outfit

The leopard acts as a neutral, and helps to break up all the cotton-candy sweetness (I like to eat Easter eggs, not look like one). The checks add a touch of pattern. I also wore the skirt here, but this time I hiked it higher on my waist for a little different look.

Magenta Outfit

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Magenta Outfit
Magenta Outfit

No putting Baby in a corner in this outfit! Are you a fan of mixing brights? What about mixing colors in the same family? And speaking of shades….thoughts on the rumor of Ryan Gosling playing Christian Grey?!


{Outfit Details: Cardi: JCrew (worn here, similar found here); Shirt, Mossimo Target (worn here & here, similar found here); Leopard belt, JCrew (similar found here); Skirt, JCrew (worn here, similar found here); Nude Peep-toes, BCBG Girls (similar found here)}

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26 Comments

  1. GORGEOUS OUTFIT! I love the leopard+majenta. Will you come dress me??

    Posted 10.2.12 Reply
  2. Mmmmm, love the belt.

    -Sarah

    Posted 10.2.12 Reply
  3. Alisha wrote:

    I love the bright look! SO cute! 🙂

    Posted 10.2.12 Reply
  4. Okay….I love this. LOVE the brights and patterns all mixed and matched. You look great!

    Posted 10.2.12 Reply
  5. lindley wrote:

    Just so darling on you with your coloring and hair – you dress like I'd like to have the nerve to dress…always cute, adventurous and stylish!

    Posted 10.2.12 Reply
  6. You are just so stinking cute. I LOVE the brights and your hair looks amazing.

    Posted 10.2.12 Reply
  7. Brandi wrote:

    Love your outfit. You are so stylish.

    Posted 10.2.12 Reply
  8. I don't feel like I wear pink very confidently (makes me feel like I'm 7) but this outfit is fabulous and I love that you can totally pull it off. How fun!

    Posted 10.2.12 Reply
  9. Awesome. I love how the belt makes it more modern and sophisticated. Lovely outfit. Here in the north, things are already pretty chilly, so I've already worn boots. Some people dread this time of year, I love that I can put the capris and sundresses away for a change of pace.

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  10. Delaney wrote:

    Oh my goodness 🙂

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  11. Hot damn Cass you're getting crazy good at this – like, look out Blair.

    Great outfit, are you getting even prettier??

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  12. You look gorgeous! And Ryan Gosling as Christian Grey (or anything at all)…yes please.

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  13. Vel Criste wrote:

    OOooh, love that touch of oomph with the leopard belt and the gingham shirt! you look great as always Cassie!

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  14. Nicole wrote:

    I would never have thought to throw leopard in there with the gingham and magenta. You look amazing! Thanks for the inspiration 🙂

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  15. You are seriously adorable and officially my new style guru. I love the outfits you put together!

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  16. This looks gorgeous! I really love the addition of the leopard belt, too — and your hair looks so pretty!

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  17. Amanda wrote:

    LOVE it! and love how you paired it with the leopard belt. Gorge!

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  18. Sarah wrote:

    LOVE this all…the pinks, the leopard, the gingham. P.s Dallas showed us a really great time (maybe a little too much, ha) AND we got to meet Kevin Costner so I would say it was a win!!

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  19. I sure love and appreciate a gal who adores pink as much as I do!!! If you need me, I'll be busy pinning, pinning…oh, and *pinning* (c;

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  20. Alexa wrote:

    Good Grief Cassie! Everything here is stunning. That magenta couch. Unbelievable.

    Posted 10.3.12 Reply
  21. Michaela wrote:

    Just beautiful, Cassie! Magenta is an all-time favorite of mine 🙂

    Posted 10.4.12 Reply
  22. Love the outfit – gorgeous colors on you!!

    Posted 10.4.12 Reply
  23. Love the bright colors. And THANK YOU for keeping color in fall. Not many people would be daring enough to wear shades of magenta. And that belt. Love the print 🙂

    Posted 10.4.12 Reply
  24. Nikki wrote:

    I LOVE this outfit – what an awesome use of bright colors! All my favorites in one place 🙂 Found you via the Pleated Poppy linkup!
    xoxo,
    Nikki at http://www.bedazzlesafterdark.com

    Posted 10.18.12 Reply
  25. Ania wrote:

    I love the colours, so fun and playful and in my favorite colour family. You look super cute in this outfit.

    Posted 10.19.12 Reply
  26. Anonymous wrote:

    Fantastic outfit! If only I were so brave…
    Cant imagine RG playing the bad boy of Christian Grey!

    Posted 10.19.12 Reply