{Outift Inspiration} Navy & Yellow, with a Pop of Red

Oh navy, how I love thee! You are perfect with virtually every color on the wheel. Paired with yellow you are crisp, clean and so cheery.

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Paired with red, navy becomes the perfect preppy and nautical combination.

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But what if we combined all three? A primary color cacophony?! Oh no, but a color symphony! Granted, it’d be a bit much if it were head-to-toe…so I added just a touch with red shoes.

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It’s been said every room needs a pop of red. I think the same can be true for outfits.

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I could have paired this outfit with navy or nude heels, but I like to throw in the unexpected.

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{Outfit deets: Ruffled top, Old Navy; Pleated skirt, Anna Sui for Anthropologie; Red patent peep-toes, Tahari; Bangles, Old Navy}

How do you feel about my pop of red? Do you prefer to dress in vibrant colors and combinations, or are you more comfortable in neutrals?

PS — I get a lot of emails and comments about how I create the waves in my hair. I am no stylist and only spend about 10 minutes on it every day (I wash it the night before, and only a few times a week, then curl it the next morning). But Kate at It’s the Small Things is a pro and posts some really great hair tutorials. Here’s one that’s very similar to how I fix mine. Who knows what you’d end up with if I tried to explain it!

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40 Comments

  1. love this color combo! the skirt is adorable!

    Posted 8.31.11 Reply
  2. Thanks for the mention! 🙂

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  3. Britton wrote:

    I love the pop of color the red gives your outfit! That skirt is adorable!! I am loving all things navy and the bright colors that go along with it!

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  4. nicole wrote:

    that skirt is adorable!

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  5. I love your outfit! What a happy combination!

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  6. Love your outfit. Such a fashionista!

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  7. So cute! You kind of look like my dining room : )

    PS. You are TINY. Is it the blueberry Eggos that does the trick?

    Posted 8.31.11 Reply
  8. Awesome! And, great outfit! I just discovered Kate's blog a week or two ago and just so happens she just won my most recent giveaway this week! Here hair is fab. I'm trying to have it motivate me to style mine more.

    Posted 8.31.11 Reply
  9. Love that outfit!! Such a a cute skirt!!

    Posted 8.31.11 Reply
  10. cute color combo! (blue + gold were my college colors!) i love your skirt. xoxo jillian:: cornflake dreams

    Posted 8.31.11 Reply
  11. Alecia wrote:

    LOVE IT ALL….right down to the shoes! 🙂 Such a cute outfit and I DO love me some Navy & Yellow…now I love it with a pop of red…never would have thought about that…genius!
    In the last collage…where did you find the picture of that amazing navy & yellow bed…gorgeous.

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  12. Oh loooove this outfit and the red shoes are the perfect pop of red! I'm telling you, these are my favorite posts {other than your house updates}! Keep them up! 🙂

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  13. The pop of red is perfect!

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  14. I <3 red shoes! Another wonderfully pulled together outfit!

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  15. Christina wrote:

    Gorgeous color combo!

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  16. Gorgeous! I think the outfit and your hair/accessoires are perfect! I heart navy a lot!

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  17. You look so cute with your casual model type poses! The outfit rocks too.

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  18. Marianne wrote:

    I love your outfit. That pop of red is perfect!

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  19. Natalie wrote:

    Ok I need you to go ahead and mail me that navy blouse. It would go with everything I own. You look fabulous girl!

    Posted 8.31.11 Reply
  20. Adorable outfit and I couldn't agree with you more about the pop of color. I LOVE your style!

    Posted 8.31.11 Reply
  21. You always create the cutest outfits! Love the navy ruffle top!

    http://www.adashofkennedy.blogspot.com

    Posted 9.1.11 Reply
  22. You look adorbable. Can I have your hair and sculpted arms?

    Posted 9.1.11 Reply
  23. emily wrote:

    Cute outfit and love the pop of red!

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  24. LOVE the pop of red, it is the absolute perfect accent! I'm with you, the unexpected is always a must for an outfit (c: And that gorgeous skirt!!! I've been a pencil skirt gal for a while now and I'm thinking it's time for a change…this just made my decision for me! (c:

    Posted 9.1.11 Reply
  25. I am totally replicating this color combo.

    You never cease to make me feel more insecure about my own appearance. That is a compliment, btw. =]

    Posted 9.1.11 Reply
  26. The Zhush wrote:

    LOVE your outfit! I'm so into NAVY plus really any color, can't go wrong!

    Posted 9.2.11 Reply
  27. You are too cute. What an interesting way to find inspiration for an outfit…love it. I love the colors together and the cute red heels!

    Id love for you to come by my new diy fashion linky party called DIY Diva Thursdays! We'll be partying until Monday…I sure hope you'll stop by 🙂

    Kara
    http://www.mineforthemaking.com

    Posted 9.3.11 Reply
  28. Super, duper cute!
    Lovin the color combo!

    Posted 9.3.11 Reply
  29. ALi wrote:

    love it, and love bright colors.

    Posted 9.4.11 Reply
  30. I LOVE your outfit, and I LOVE those navy bow napkins!

    Posted 9.5.11 Reply
  31. Beautiful outfit Cassie! and I love the hair!

    Posted 9.5.11 Reply
  32. I am in love with that outfit. You are so adorable.

    Posted 9.5.11 Reply
  33. Lovely! My wedding colors were lighter, but they were blue and yellow, too!

    Posted 9.5.11 Reply
  34. You always look so put together with great accessories – so chic!
    Rachie xo

    Posted 9.5.11 Reply
  35. I want, no I need that skirt! I love anything color with navy!

    You look so cute in this outfit and I would love any of that decor in my home like right now!

    Posted 9.7.11 Reply
  36. lori wrote:

    stopping by from the pleated poppy and had to tell you that your outfit is so cute! love that skirt!

    Posted 9.7.11 Reply
  37. Adorable! Never would have thought to pair it with red shoes. Great idea : )

    Posted 9.7.11 Reply
  38. oh my goodness i love all your inspiration boards. i think i will take each one of those houses..mmmk.
    love your outfit…so classic and cute!

    Cami
    http://www.allthingslovelyblog.com

    Posted 9.7.11 Reply
  39. Cate wrote:

    Oh my goodness – how lovely is your skirt?! I agree, any outfit looks better with a pop of red.:)

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  40. Susie wrote:

    love this outfit ~ question ~ for work I would need to cover my arms
    What color jacket would you pair with this for even more pizzazz and cuteness? 🙂

    Posted 4.10.13 Reply