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October 28, 2023

Battlefield

One of my co-workers made the observation that I seem to only wear camo pants on Monday — as if it’s a subconscious way to prepare for battle in the week ahead.

… That’s exactly what I’m doing today, actually, after a wild weekend that was had.

Which is also why today’s post is short-and-sweet.

I did manage to salvage some daylight for a bit of productivity, though — I had brunch with Seychelles, listened to my girl Ashley speak at Simply Stylist, and stopped by Capwell + Co’s pop-up shop (details on location here).

*Wearing: Zara moto vest (similar), BCBG blouse, Zara camo pants (similar + would rather be wearing these), ALDO pumps, Emerald drop earrings c/o Frils (a friend’s new jewelry shop - this cuff is my favorite piece), Stila lipgloss in “Fiery”, Laudi Vidni leopard clutch (love this Phillip Lim version — on sale)

Get the look:

Photography by Lydia Hudgens

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21 comments

Andi on October 28, 2023 at 6:58 am

You make them look GOOD!!!

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Alyssa on October 28, 2023 at 8:10 am

I need to get myself some camo. If only to wear it into battle on Mondays like you!

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Niki on October 28, 2023 at 8:49 am

I love these pants on you! I just bought a pair and I cannot wait to wear them!

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Kayla on October 28, 2023 at 9:45 am

You look perfect! Love the red lip!

Kayla
http://www.lovelucygirl.com

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Katie @ Katie's Bliss on October 28, 2023 at 9:53 am

I think I need a pair of camo pants in my life now

http://www.katiesbliss.com

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Heidi on October 28, 2023 at 9:57 am

Clothes are like body armor. Sometimes you need to wear whatever will get you through the day. Your armor just happens to be chic and tough!

http://jax-and-jewels.blogspot.com

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Dana on October 28, 2023 at 10:08 am

Love love love this look!

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Daisy // & Pretty Things on October 28, 2023 at 10:38 am

wearing camo pants today too! haha love how you paired them with white pumps! x

& Pretty Things

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lindsey caviar on October 28, 2023 at 11:25 am

Haha love it! You look great in camo.

xo, Lindsey
http://www.caviartaste.com

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Danielle on October 28, 2023 at 11:27 am

Loving the camo and white! Something about the white makes the whole look very feminine, almost romantic! PS- Hair is fab!

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Luci {Luci's Morsels} on October 28, 2023 at 12:06 pm

Love this look on you. I’m in love with leopard and camo combos! And that’s hilarious that you ‘might’ wear camo on Monday to prep for battle!

Luci’s Morsels – fashion. food. frivolity.

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Trendy Mondays on October 28, 2023 at 12:10 pm

You really make camo look like a neutral here! The white, leopard, and gold accents pop so well! Love this outfit for a trendy Monday!

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Annick on October 28, 2023 at 12:17 pm

Camo looks amazing on you! I love that you’ve paired it with white! And that lipcolor is stunning!

Bold Subtlety

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Nikki on October 28, 2023 at 1:30 pm

Love this look! Perhaps I should start wearing camo on Mondays too… Sounds like you had a fab weekend!

Nikki
thefashionablewife.com

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jessie holmes springer on October 28, 2023 at 2:28 pm

Gosh, those camo pants look amazing on you! I’ve yet to find a pair that fits just right!

Jessie
jessieholmesspringer.com

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Liz McAvoy (@lizmcavoy) on October 28, 2023 at 4:47 pm

Love the combo of crisp whites with camo — a refreshing alternative to all the dark hues I’ve seen it paired with!

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Rachel on October 28, 2023 at 7:02 pm

I love camo, but have barely any of it in my wardrobe. The key is to keep the rest of your outfit simple, which you did perfectly!

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The Fashionable ESQ on October 28, 2023 at 10:05 pm

Hahaha! Yes, girl. To battle we all go - on Monday’s.
The thought of the rest of this week is seriously daunting to me! Love your style!

xx
the fashionable ESQ (Esquire)
http://www.thefashionableesq.blogspot.com/

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Rachel Yacapraro on October 29, 2023 at 5:49 pm

Love this look. Great combo of camo, leopard and white!

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Chantel B. on November 7, 2023 at 1:23 am

Love how you mixed the camp print and the leopard!

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