Rockabilly-nized

Rockabilly-nized by itzjenjen featuring cat eye sunglasses

Summer shoes closed toe edition

Summer shoes closed toe edition by itzjenjen featuring red canvas shoes

Je T'aime

Je T'aime by ItzJenJen featuring retro tank tops

Prints on Prints have been a fashion faux pas for almost as long as I can remember....until now. There are not many rules when it comes to originality but there more than enough when it comes to fashion to make up for it. More often than not, many people seem to come across a common problem shopping, "I love it but how do I wear it?"  In my early days of shopping, i remember letting a lot of awesome statement pieces slip out of my grasp because I simply didn't know how to wear that item, where to wear it or never wearing it because it didn't match anything in my closet. This is where learning to utilize a item to create different looks becomes your go to plan, especially creating print on print looks. The 3 looks I posted above is meant to ease a person into being comfortable with adding a print top with a print bottom.

1. The Middle Child- This look is for the girl who doesn't like to color exactly inside of the lines but wouldn't want to stray too far from the basic picture. All of the colors within this outfit are neutral which helps the ensemble  become visually appealing to the eye. The Cheetah shoes help complete the outfit by tying the brown family from top to bottom plus animal print always brings a bit of spice.

2. Playing it Safe- This look is for the girl who wants to look stunning without bringing too much focus to a specific piece but more of the outfit as a whole. The bright sky blue tank top brings a pop of color to the black and white patterned skirt, while the tan knee high boots brings a soft neutral completing the outfit.

3. The Experimental- This look is for the girl who loves to think outside the norm while adding key pieces that help her relate with Ms. Playing it Safe. Pairing a basic red and white striped top with a printed black and white bottom is a great way to neutralize both prints. Adding  accessories that relates with the shoes is a easy way to pull the entire outfit together.

My Top 5 picks shoes for the Summer (Closed Toe Edition)

Summer shoes closed toe edition by ItzJenJen featuring red shoes

1. Oxfords are definitely making a come back this season. This style is a great modern twist that brings masculinity with a touch of femininity. Oxfords are not only great for casual events but can also be dressed up nicel.

Forever21 lace up flat $25 - forever21.com

2. Leopard print is one of my favorite neutrals for all season that add a little spice to my closet. I literally can and will throw these on with almost anything. If put together strategically not only can these flats match well with any color but can work nicely with other prints. 
Pointed toe flat - $17 - tillys.com

3. Everyone needs a pair of comfortable shoes for the summer and these are it! They offer not only comfort but add an athletic touch for those t-shirt and shorts kind of day. Whether your running errands, meeting a friend for a quick bite to eat or taking your shitzu for a walk, you will have no problem staying in style.

TopShop red shoes $45 - topshop.com

4. Every time I hear the word, Espadrille, summer always seems to come to mind. Its classic style that personally I am relieved has finally made its way to the 2000 era. The stripes bring a versatile feature compared to a basic plain canvas model. Not to mention they are insanely cheap in places such as H&M.

 Espadrille flat $29 - delias.com

5. Last but most definitely not least, the love of my shoes, MOCCASINS. As a person who loves to change their look pretty much every other day, these shoe fits practically any style I'm looking to perfect. Minnetonka are an awesome reliable brand that have perfected the art of moccasins. The bonus: they are sold worldwide and can be find at any small boutique to high end department store.  
Minnetonka shoes $40 - lorisshoes.com