All Black with a Bright Hue
When looking for inspiration for spring blog posts, I came accross this website PureWow and this article with 31 Outfit Ideas to try in March. I took a few screenshots of outfits I knew I could replicate with pieces from my closet. As you know, I love to shop my closet in new ways and make the most of what I have.
Here is what I came up with: I thought of my bright blue jacket right away with its sheen and cut and of course all black is easy to come by in my closet.
I figured my black joggers paired with my black bodysuit would be a fun silhouette with the jacket. It was actually quite a comfortable outfit. I’ve mentioned my sneakers in an earlier post: I reach for them all of the time!
It started looking like spring here at the end of February. I really wanted to take pictures next to the pink trees by the lake, but someone was fishing and my son and I decided to stick to this side of the pond instead.
The nice thing about spring time is that everything looks prettier: the sky is blue, grass turns green once again and apart from the arrival of pollen, the colorful trees are a welcome sight.
On this particular day in February, I was actually pretty tired and not really in the mood for pictures. My teen however was willing and the temps were perfect. School breaks can be more exhausting than school days. Sometimes I feel like I am trying to make everyone happy and comfortable including my parents and in-laws. Weekend plans got canceled (my hubby and I were going to have an overnight day/night date), but I was able to take advantage of being home to get some things done.
I am super excited though because when this post is published, I will be counting down the days till my trip to Arizona! When I have to cancel smaller plans, I have to remember I have bigger fun plans still to look forward to. And instead of an overnight trip, hubby and I went out on a date the following Monday to a local restaurant we had wanted to go to.
A bientôt!
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28 Comments
Suzy Turner
I’ve always loved all black outfits with something really bright! And yours with the blue is gorgeous, Mireille. Sorry you had to cancel your short trip away but a big trip to Arizona sounds like fun!
Big hugs
Suzy xx
mimifce
I need to do this more often, wear black with a color. It is a fun pairing.
Nancy
When I was 16 I had a favourite outfit in those colors! You popped it up in my mind again. I loved that colour combination. Still do, you look fabulous in it! Love that jacket@
mimifce
Thanks, Nancy! The jacket is really cool, with the large cuff bands and panels and shiny material.
Joanne
I love that bright pop of blue!
mimifce
Fun color isn’t it!
Marsha Banks
Oh, that blue jacket really does pop against the black column! You are going to have such a wonderful time with Jodie! I hope you both blog about it!
https://marshainthemiddle.com/
mimifce
We will, Marsha, we will!
Joan
Your jacket is such a beautiful blue
mimifce
I love royal blue!
jodie
I love how you took the inspiration photo and created this look. That blue is truly amazing on you.
And we are SO excited for your visit out here. Our first guest in our new place…woohoo.
XOOX
Jodie
mimifce
I cannot wait!
Jennifer
I love the colour of this blue!
Jennifer
Curated by Jennifer
mimifce
Thanks!
Rosemary Davis
Terrific outfit! I love the bright blue paired with the column of black.
mimifce
It’s a formula I should use more often!
Jill
I love the cut and color of your jacket! The perfect piece to add color to this all black look!
Jill – Doused in Pink
mimifce
It is a pretty fun one, isn’t it?
Shauna
This cobalt blue is SO stunning. I love how you styled it. You always do such a great job of shopping for closet!
Shauna
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mimifce
Thanks, Shauna! It’s a constant struggle to balance shopping my closet and shopping =)
Kathrine Eldridge
What a fun jacket! The color looks amazing on you Mireille!
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mimifce
Thanks, Kathrine! I think it is one of my best colors.
Sue from Women Living Well After 50
I love black with a pop of colour Mireille! I have a red jacket in a similar style to your blue and it really Pops especially if I wear red lipstick. Thanks so much for sharing with us at #WeekendTrafficJamReboot x
mimifce
That would look really cool with a red jacket! And that jacket sounds really cool!
Jacqui Berry
Oh love the jacket and the colour is super bold. Have a great week and thanks for linking up. Jacqui x
mimifce
It sure is! Have a great week!
Grace
I always love your “inspired by” posts so much and they always remind me I need to do more of these!! The bright blue is so stylish and I absolutely love those sneakers.
Miles of smiles,
Grace
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mimifce
Jodie and I have one coming up the first of the month: we photographed our looks while I was visiting her.