31 of 30 and 32 of 30: Reversing a Cobalt Blue Plaid, Vivian and an Announcement.

Hello. It is yet another cold day here. Cold for April at least, about 50-55 degrees. It looks like rain is about to start at any giving moment. Ehhh, we have had PLENTY of it this April. Speaking of April, today is the 30th. Can you believe another month bids us farewell. 2014 is flying by. Though to tell you the truth, between all the rain and the cold and probably because I remixed my closet and wore the same clothes over and over, this month has seemed a little longer than the rest of them so far. Poor little Vivian cannot catch a break this year either. She has gotten sick so often. April's stupid weather didn't help her out, either. =( She is making more appearances on the blog today, again. Now that she is a very active, walking baby, her pictures are difficult to take, but they are fun nevertheless.

Here are my first two BONUS Outfits from my 30 for 30 challenge. I wore my Beautiful Plaid Button-down by Joe Fresh 2 days in a row. However for the first (Casual) Outfit I wore the inside part out. You see, this Button-down is two-ply and the inside is Gingham while the outside is Plaid. I want a Blue/White Gingham Shirt badly (currently missing from my closet) and I got creative with this and reversed it. I think I might have my tailor make this Shirt permanently reversible, because it looks like it can be an easy fix. I paired it with one of my New Scarves which mixes prints - how awesome is that!? I kept the look pretty in Blue Monochrome by adding my Jean Jacket and even a Light Blue Headband. There is a very subtle pattern-mixing going on here between the Plaid & Gingham (on the Shirt & Headband), the Polka Dots (on the Scarf & Shoes) as well as the Leopard (also on the Scarf). Since the Scarf is the main attraction of this ensemble and the Layers seemed to work out on their own, I skipped jewelry. What do you think of this Outfit? Do you own a Blue Gingham Shirt? Would you style it this way?

Pros: I love the Monochrome Look on top with the subtle Print-mixing. Plus a Blue Denim Jacket and Black Skinny Jeans are always STYLISH and two very versatile, remixable pieces.

Cons: I don't know how Creative this Outfit is, but some day call for K.I.S.S. Outfits (Keep It Simple Stupid) and that is totally fine.

This has to be my most favorite photo of Vivian lately. Look at that pretty long, wavy hair. Seriously. And this is what Vivian had to say "My hair is so pretty and I love playing with my shoes. But don't mind my red eyes. Mommy had to take this photo while I was spinning." LOL

This is My Most Favorite Photo of us from April. I simply LOVE it. We both look so cute but I adore Vivi's Smile. It brightens up the photo.

Cobalt+White, Plaid Button-down w/ Gingham Print inside: Joe Fresh (JC Penney's) (New).

Light Medium Wash, Classic Denim Jacket: H&M (Thrifted; New).

Black Skinny Jeans: Sublevel (New).

Cobalt Blue Mixed-Prints 100% Silk Scarf w/ Polka Dots+Leopard: A Scarf Boutique (New).

Baby Blue/White/Navy Plaid, Burberry-like, Pleather Headband: A Local Accessories Boutique.

White, Sea-Pearl, Silver, Heart-shaped Cocktail Ring: c/o American Fashion & Jewelry Boutique (New).

Navy+White, Suede Leather, Pointy Toe Ballet Flats: Gap.

Vivian's Outfit:

Pastel, Color-blocked, Peach/Yellow/Lime Cardigan: Carter's Collection.

Hot Pink Polka Dot Leggings w/ Gray Tulle Hem (part of a Set): Disney Baby (Gifted; New).

Hot Pink Mary Janes w/ Multi-Colored Chiffon Flowers: Target.

The next day which was a bright, warm and sunny day (after a mostly dreary, gray, cold, rainy April) I grabbed this Shirt again and paired it with my Cobalt Skirt. The shades are not exactly the same but they still go together quite nicely. Another Blue Monochromatic Look, this one slightly dressier. I also decided that the Navy Gap Flats were a perfect match too. To add to the Girly, Preppy, Nautical effect I was going for, I dug into my large box of Headbands and found this Metallic Gold Rope one. I added Gold Dangly Earrings and anchored the look with this fun set of Lavender Bracelets that have Stripes and Polka Dots. Vivian was super cute in her Minnie Mousse Dress and Dark Jeggings. She certainly was not digging the fact that we were taking photos though. LOL What do you think of this Monochromatic Look? Have you ever paired a Dressy Pencil Skirt with a Flannel or Plaid Shirt? I quite liked the results of this - my first time doing it.

Pros: I am wearing Beautiful Cobalt head to toe what's not to love? Plus the Rope Metallic Gold Headband and the Polka Dot Flats add to the Nautical+Preppy appeal.

Cons: I see none. Do you?! =D

Playtime at Daycare. She is the youngest of the group and it works for her because of all the special attention she gets as being just 15 months old.

Cobalt+White, Plaid Button-down w/ Gingham Print inside: Joe Fresh (JC Penney's) (New).

Cobalt, Ponte Pencil Skirt w/ Gold Buttons off the Left side (on the front): The Limited (New).

Gold Metallic, Silk, Braided Rope Headband: Pacific Sunwear.

Gold Teardrop-shaped, Dangly Earrings w/ Clear Beads: c/o The Limited (from a few years ago).

Lavender+White, Lucite Beaded Bracelet (set of 2) w/ Stripes+Dots: Borrowed from Sister-in-Law (she has received it as a Gift from me).

White, Sea-Pearl, Silver, Heart-shaped Cocktail Ring: c/o American Fashion & Jewelry Boutique.

Navy+White, Suede Leather, Pointy Toe Ballet Flats: Gap.

Vivian's Outfit:

Hot Pink+White Minnie Mousse Dress w/ Polka Dot Tutu Skirt & Bow: Disney Baby.

Dark Blue Jeggings: Carter's.

Baby Pink, Rosette, Grossgrain Hair Clip: Buy Buy Baby.

Hot Pink Mary Janes w/ Multi-Colored Chiffon Flowers: Target.

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Now for the announcement. Tomorrow I am co-hosting the Tres Chic Link-up with the Lovely Agnes from Vodka Infused Lemonade. So make sure you link up your fabulous outfits, follow us (it's the nice thing to do), visit some blogs and have fun! It goes live tonight at midnight Pacific Time.

And tomorrow starts May which happens to be my favorite Warm Month and my Birthday Month (it's in 4 days!!) I promise I have a great May ahead for this blog. I am looking forward to wearing lots of Skirts, Dresses, Girly Tops & Cropped Pants. I am also looking forward to wearing lots of New, Beautiful pieces. But the most important and fun thing I am looking forward to this May, are the fun & awesome collaboration posts I have in the works, starting just next week. So stay tuned and I hope you find some inspiration along the way. Thanks so much for making it this far. Whoho, this was a long post to write.

P.S. Linking with Carrie, Shanna, Alissa, Melaina, Sarah, Kileen and Victoria.