The Bold and The Neutral

July 19, 2012

Dress: H&M. Necklace: Expressions from The Bay. Handbag: Balenciaga. Shoes: Nine West. Sunglasses: Chanel.

 

The Bold:  the dress and the necklace.  The Neutral:  the handbag and the shoes.  When making a statement with my outfit and jewellery, I definitely need to keep the rest of my accessories simple.  Is this combo too bold, or would you wear it too?

 

 

134 Comments

  1. Posted July 19, 2012 at 6:28 am by Marie-Eve @aprettyne | Permalink

    Amazing dress !

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  2. Posted July 19, 2012 at 6:53 am by Inez | Permalink

    Cute! Love the wrap skirt and gorgeous necklace. Awesome animal print dress.

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  3. Posted July 19, 2012 at 6:53 am by Arden | Permalink

    Gorgeous dress!! xx

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 7:28 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Arden! This was a pretty good H&M find at only $35!

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  4. Posted July 19, 2012 at 6:54 am by FixerSis | Permalink

    Wow!! You look sooooo stylish, so elegant. We adore your jewellery, all your look is perfect :)

    http://www.everythingcanbefixed.com/

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  5. Posted July 19, 2012 at 6:55 am by Lucia | Permalink

    I love your dress!! great outfit!!

    http://www.sweetvictim.blogspot.com

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 7:33 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Lucia, and thanks for visiting!

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  6. Posted July 19, 2012 at 6:57 am by Maria | Permalink

    I love all the necklaces! I think they really work with the outfit because you kept it simple with the rest of the styling. That dress is pretty amazing too!

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 7:34 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Maria! This bad boy is actually only one necklace!

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  7. Posted July 19, 2012 at 6:58 am by Pipa | Permalink

    Amazing outfit!!!

    http://estilohedonico.blogspot.pt/

    xoxo

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  8. Posted July 19, 2012 at 7:07 am by Kendall | Permalink

    Literally picked up this dress at the same time as the blouse last week. We are definitely on the same page of late :) looking great, can’t believe that necklace is from The Bay, I love it!
    xo K
    http://www.lilieslattesandlace.com

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 7:48 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Too funny! Can’t wait to see you wear it! Thanks Kendall!

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  9. Posted July 19, 2012 at 7:19 am by Nancie | Permalink

    looking chic dear, that dress is BOLD…love it
    NANCIEMWAI.COM

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 7:51 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Nancie! I always wanted a leopard print dress but usually the style is a bit too provocative. This cut was more girly so I thought I would give it a shot!

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  10. Posted July 19, 2012 at 7:40 am by Sparkle | Permalink

    gorgeous dress! u look stunning!

    xx

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 7:51 am by Jenny | Permalink

      That is very sweet! Thank you for commenting!

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  11. Posted July 19, 2012 at 8:40 am by Red Tag Chic L.A. | Permalink

    Love it Jenny….It’s just perfect not too bold & love how you accessorized with that pretty bunch of necklaces!!

    Rebecca
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  12. Posted July 19, 2012 at 8:46 am by Martha | Permalink

    You totally get major blogger points for that awesome title!!
    Love it :)
    As for the look…it’s fab. I am such a sucker for animal print and I think the neutral elements make it look polished and not as loud…very classy.
    I probably would have opted for a bracelet instead of a necklace, but I think this works too!
    XOXO

    http://www.princessmartha.com

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:15 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha, thanks for the extra points! :)

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  13. Posted July 19, 2012 at 8:55 am by Lori | Permalink

    love this look :)

    lorihearts.blogspot.co.uk

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:16 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much for visiting, Lori!

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  14. Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:13 am by amy | Permalink

    Great look. That dress is killer and I love the layerd necklace paired with it. So glad I joined this site!

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  15. Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:23 am by Fran | Permalink

    Hey! I found your blog via that IFB criticism post and I’m so glad you commented because I really like your blog. You have an eye for what fits your body well and your accessories really “work” with what you are wearing. Sorry, I don’t mean to leave a “love this, so cute” comment but I just wanted to tell you that you have a new admirer. Not everyone loves everything about everyone else but don’t take the criticism too hard and just keep up the good work :)

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:38 am by Jenny | Permalink

      That is so nice of you to write. You just made my morning a bit happier! Thank you so much Fran, and hey, I’ll take the “love this, so cute” comments any day!! :)

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  16. Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:36 am by Andréa | Permalink

    I love your leopard print dress with the amazing lavender necklace! It is for sure a statement and would never have thought the color combo. great job!

    -Andréa

    http://www.ohvadarling.blogspot.com

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:40 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Andrea! The necklace is actually silver but I think it’s looking lavender because of the reflection of the sun.

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  17. Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:41 am by thehautecookie | Permalink

    my fave print right now! i know lots of people say that leapord print is for the fall, but I love it year round. You look so pretty! xO!
    http://www.thehautecookie.com

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 10:31 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much! Yes, I totally agree that you can wear leopard all year round!

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  18. Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:46 am by Sarah | Permalink

    Who knew that you could wear all-over leopard print and a gazillion beads and NOT look like an insane person? Well, somehow you have done it. I think you’re right, it’s all in the balance of bold and neutral. Nicely done!

    Sarah’s Real Life

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 10:32 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha ha, I was just actually laughing out loud! Well, when you put it that way. . .I don’t know why I didn’t think this would make me look insane! It sounds crazy! Thanks so much for the comments and the morning laugh!

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  19. Posted July 19, 2012 at 10:18 am by Jess | Permalink

    Love the dress! And the nude shoes with it :)

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  20. Posted July 19, 2012 at 10:31 am by Meredith | Permalink

    I would definitely wear this! I love the combination of the bold dress and the bold necklace. That necklace is fabulous by the way!
    Meredith
    http://www.createthatoutfit.com/

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  21. Posted July 19, 2012 at 10:43 am by Amy | Permalink

    Love, love, love your necklace! Looks perfect, wouldn’t change a thing about the outfit!

    xo Amy

    Leopard and Lillies

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  22. Posted July 19, 2012 at 10:55 am by Emily | Permalink

    Leopard is always a winning look in my book!

    Emily
    http://partymixtape.blogspot.com/

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  23. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:00 am by Jessica Broyles | Permalink

    Wow! I love that necklace!! Amazing!

    http://www.highheelstosneakers.com

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:04 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Jessica! This necklace was a great find. It’s from a few years ago, but it only costs $30. I was super happy!

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  24. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:04 am by Always Maylee | Permalink

    This outfit is perfect. I love the leopard dress and the accessories compliment it so well. You look beautiful! :)

    xo, Yi-chia

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:05 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you so much for your lovely compliments Yi-chia!

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  25. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:10 am by mehreen | Permalink

    you look great!!!! so daring always (well…maybe im just NOT daring) lol great Balenciage too:)

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  26. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:26 am by Katie Frost | Permalink

    I love it, Jenny- It’s definitely bold, but completely wearable. I love this look!

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 12:00 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Katie! I could picture you in this dress!

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  27. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:28 am by Patricia | Permalink

    I would wear it with no hesitation!!
    xoxo
    Patricia

    http://misstoptenimage.blogspot.com

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  28. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:28 am by Jessica | Permalink

    i love the print and cut of the dress, you did a great job pairing it with the bold necklaces :D

    -Jessica
    http://runninginsideus.blogspot.com

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 12:01 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Jessica! I instantly loved the combo!

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  29. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:35 am by Hannah | Permalink

    100% I would wear this outfit. More is more!

    Hannah Tattoos and Pearls

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 12:02 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      So glad, because I love your style Hannah!

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  30. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:42 am by Lindsay | Permalink

    Love this dress, I am such a sucker for anything leopard print it’s not even funny.

    Lindsay @
    LindsayJEveryday.blogspot.com

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 12:02 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Me too, but this is my first time venturing into a full-out leopard dress!! Thanks Lindsay!

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  31. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:49 am by Alison | Permalink

    This dress is beyond fabulous!

    xo
    Alison

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 12:03 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thanks Alison, and the $35 price tag makes it even better!

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  32. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:50 am by Fashionably Yours | Permalink

    Ohhhh, I love that leopard print dress and the layered necklace look is so fab!
    Love
    Juneli from Fashionably Yours

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  33. Posted July 19, 2012 at 11:58 am by Clare | Permalink

    So simple, yet you dressed it up so well!

    Clare
    Understated Classics

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  34. Posted July 19, 2012 at 1:15 pm by Macey | Permalink

    That is such a great dress! !

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 3:03 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Macey, and thanks for stopping by!

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  35. Posted July 19, 2012 at 1:20 pm by Jess | Permalink

    I would totally wear it, I am loving that dress so much!!
    Jess
    JESS CAUSE BLOG

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  36. Posted July 19, 2012 at 1:38 pm by Nic | Permalink

    Great animal print dress and the necklace is so fun!. It’s definitely not too bold and looks great on you. You could even go brighter with the necklace and it’d still look great on you!

    xo
    nic
    mymannersandmoxie.com

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 3:25 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Hmm, going brighter with the accessories is a great idea. I’ll have to do that next time!

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  37. Posted July 19, 2012 at 1:42 pm by Paula | Permalink

    Great dress! You look fabulous. Great touch with the long necklace.
    Love this outfit!

    Xoxo
    Paula
    Blush-paula.blogspot.com

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  38. Posted July 19, 2012 at 1:42 pm by kiwifashionblog | Permalink

    You put together the animal print and the neutral accessories so so well! I love that chunky neckpiece!

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  39. Posted July 19, 2012 at 2:04 pm by Emily | Permalink

    That dress is SO cute! Love how you styled it.
    Creamy

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  40. Posted July 19, 2012 at 3:21 pm by Kacie's Kloset | Permalink

    You have the most amazing necklaces!!! Love it!

    http://www.daisyraeboutique.com
    http://www.kacieskloset.blogspot.com

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  41. Posted July 19, 2012 at 3:53 pm by Katie | Permalink

    Love this outfit!!! that necklace is perfect too!

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  42. Posted July 19, 2012 at 3:57 pm by still being molly | Permalink

    oh my gosh this is SUPER chic! i loveeee it!

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  43. Posted July 19, 2012 at 4:00 pm by Jamie | Permalink

    You look so sophisticated! I love this outfit.
    Following you on Bloglovin now

    xo Jamie

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 5:18 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Jamie and thanks for following!

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  44. Posted July 19, 2012 at 4:22 pm by Rachel | Permalink

    I LOVE this H&M dress.. it is PERFECT!

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  45. Posted July 19, 2012 at 4:31 pm by A's Fashion Files | Permalink

    Love the print on your dress!
    :)
    Allison

    P.S. I’m having an INTERNATIONAL $75 Shopbop giveaway on my blog, so don’t forget to enter! :)
    A’s Fashion Files
    $75 Shopbop Giveaway!

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 5:19 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      That’s definitely what attracted me to it! Thanks Allison!

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  46. Posted July 19, 2012 at 5:43 pm by Mrs C | Permalink

    THIS DRESS IS A PROOF THAT H&M IS A GOLD MINE! FABULOUS LOOKING DRESS!

    MRS JACK OF ALL TRADES DAILY where Fashion and Food collide!
    Latest Post : ONE DRESS, TWO LOOKS!
    http://mrsjackofalltradesdaily.blogspot.com/2012/07/one-dress-two-look-part-one.html

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  47. Posted July 19, 2012 at 6:34 pm by Miranda | Permalink

    Beautiful! That necklace is fierce! I love bold on bold. You look fabulous as ever :)

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:32 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      You are too kind. . . thanks Miranda!

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  48. Posted July 19, 2012 at 6:49 pm by Notamistake | Permalink

    Muy chulas las fotos y el vestido. Sigo tu blog. Besos!

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  49. Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:15 pm by eva | Permalink

    Your dress is amazing! I love it so much, it’s gorgeous!!! Your blog is awesome too!!

    xx Eva
    stylewandering.blogspot.com

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:35 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, you are so sweet! Thanks Eva!

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  50. Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:30 pm by Jessica | Permalink

    Really cute dress…I’m loving leopard right now but have stuck with accessories. Thinking I might have to get a dress or shirt in leopard after seeing this outfit!
    ~Jessica
    http://jeansandateacup.blogspot.com/

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    • Posted July 19, 2012 at 9:36 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Jessica! I always stuck with accessories too, until I bought an Ann Taylor leopard print top last fall. I loved it and decided to take it the next step by buying this dress!

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