1 Shirt, 5 Ways

1 Black-and-White Shirt, 5 Ways


Black and white is one of this season's top trends. What's better than one blogger showing you how to try it? Five, of course. So I teamed up with four fellow style bloggers to show you how we'd each wear the same black-and-white striped blouse.

Black & white blouse + red lips


I'm a minimalist at heart, so I stuck with the two-tone palette with black jeans, black pumps, and a white clutch. Does this make me look like a ref? Before I'd even asked for his opinion, my husband handed me his phone with the search results for "sexy referee Halloween costume." Well, at least he included "sexy." For the finishing touches, I went with the deliberately undone half-tuck (love this tucking tutorial), cuffed my jeans, and added a single pop of color with a bright red lip.

Striped blouse, black jeans & pumps

Black & white sleeveless blouse

Black & white blouse, black skinnies, peep-toed pumps

Half-tucked blouse


Zara blouse. Rag and Bone jeans. David Yurman bracelets. Michele watch. Vintage clutch. Lips: Nars Dragon Girl.

I love how the other ladies weren't afraid to show some leg and inject more color into their looks. Be sure to check out Moi Contre La Vie, SF Shop Girl, Bethanimalprint, and Cara's Cliche to get the scoop on how each blogging babe styled her black-and-white blouse.

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  1. UnknownMay 28, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Yay! You look fabulous Julia. I'm so glad you styled the top with pants as it compliments your figure perfectly! Thanks again for all of your help in organizing!

    xx,
    Alex
    www.sfshopgirl.blogspot.com

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    1. JuliaMay 29, 2013 at 8:06 PM

      Thanks, Alex! It was so much fun collaborating with you! xo

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  2. UnknownMay 28, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    Black and white with a pop of red, it's perfect!

    xx Cara
    www.carascliche.com

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  3. Caity @ Moi Contre La VieMay 28, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Lovely! So chic and timeless - I just adore your style!

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    1. JuliaMay 29, 2013 at 8:08 PM

      Thanks, Caity! Great job picking out such a fun top to style for this collaboration! xo

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  4. UnknownMay 28, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    Look at all those stylin' ladies! Love it!

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  5. MommyproofMay 28, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    super cute! xox

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  6. ElizabethMay 28, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    Black and white is definitely my favorite trend of the season. I love how you styled the shirt, and paired it with a red lip and toes. Nice modern take on the classic look.

    I Just came across your blog, now following via bloglovin!

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    1. JuliaMay 29, 2013 at 8:15 PM

      Thanks, Elizabeth! I love that you even noticed my red toes :)

      I just discovered your blog and love it! I got some great tips from your day-to-night dress post! xo

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  7. UnknownMay 28, 2013 at 9:09 PM

    I love when the dragon girl comes out to play! Great shots too. High five for the back lit shot.
    xoxo, BA
    www.bethanimalprint.com

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    1. JuliaMay 29, 2013 at 8:24 PM

      Dragon Girl definitely spices things up! I will let Nick know that you high-fived his backlit photo. He'll be pumped. xo

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  8. WorldTastingMay 28, 2013 at 11:55 PM

    Oh, such a lovely look. I have been eyeing this Zara striped blouse for some time now, and I think I just got persuaded by you and the girls =) Great initiative!

    xo,
    Sylvia @ WorldTasting

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    1. JuliaMay 29, 2013 at 8:44 PM

      Thanks, Sylvia! I definitely recommend this blouse. As you can see, there are so many ways to wear it! xo

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  9. UnknownMay 29, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    LOVE this look. Newest follower to your blog. Love this!!!

    xx- Jamie @ Makeuplifelove.com

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    1. JuliaMay 29, 2013 at 8:51 PM

      Thanks, Jamie! I love your blog, too! xo

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  10. AlissaMay 29, 2013 at 7:28 AM

    Love, love this outfit! I don't have a zara near me but I may just have to order that top online!

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    1. JuliaMay 29, 2013 at 8:51 PM

      Thanks, Alissa! The top is currently out of stock online, but fingers crossed they get it back in soon! xo

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  11. Nicole CMay 30, 2013 at 1:20 PM

    Your posts are always so thoughtful AND full of good info - thank you for the tuck link!!!

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    1. JuliaMay 31, 2013 at 6:01 PM

      Thanks for the kind words, Nicole! I'm so glad the tuck link is helpful. That blogger did such a great job showing off different tucking styles! Who knew there were so many? xo

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  12. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 6:53 AM

    Gorgeous look and the lighting is amazing! Love the lipstick too!
    xx
    http://thescreensiren.com

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    1. JuliaMay 31, 2013 at 6:02 PM

      Thanks, Screen Siren! I adore your blog. What a great idea! xo

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  13. UnknownJune 4, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    This is so cool! What a great idea! All beautiful ladies and outfits but you and yours are def my fav. xoxo

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