Flirty Skirts of Summer - Part One.

These Floral Skirts were purchased for 10 bucks each in the Summer of 2013. Though you have only seen each of them about 3-4 times on the blog, I have worn them more times that that and even dressed them up a few times. The Green one was the only skirt I packed earlier this year, for my Beach Vacation, also. I believe easy, short, flirty skirts like these (in a circle or skater style) are essential to keep cool for running errands or to wear casually on a hot Summer day, particularly if they are in a floral print. These skirts are identical, just the colors are different. The black one has bouqets of pink+red roses while the kelly green one has multi-colored little flowers all over. They both have a built-in wide cognac belt with a butterfly. And as you can see from the second outfit, little Vivian is sort of matching me a little in her chiffon tutu mint skirt which has pink flowers+pink frills. I paired mine with an Orange-Striped Tee while she paired hers with an Orange Graphic Tee.

I paired the Black Floral Flirty Skirt with a Light Mint Tee (it is hard to tell but this tee has lace cap sleeves). To sort of mix+match with the Mint Tee I wore my Turquoise Bow Headband, Aqua Double-Sided Studs and Mint Cocktail Ring. I brought in the red and little yellow of the Skirt via my little Beaded Bracelets. And I kept the neck simple with one of my gold heart pendants. Black+Red Rose Print with Mint - what do you think?

Soft Cotton, Light Mint V-neck Tee w/ Lace Cap Sleeves: The Limited (similar w/ lace palette on the front, best deal, my favorite), (similar in mint-on-mint pattern, great deal, love this), (the classic linen pocket tee by J.Crew).

Black Floral, Crinkly Chiffon, Girly Skirt w/ Cognac, Butterfly Belt: A Local Boutique (similar w/ trumpet ruffle by Saks Fifth Avenue, best deal, love this), (similar dressy option by Alice+Olivia, on sale, love this), (gorgeous option by Ted Baker, Splurge). 

Dainty, Real Gold Chain Necklace w/ Tiny Pink Topaz Heart Pendant: Lord & Taylor (similar pink topaz heart in sterling silver, Splurge, love this), (gorgeous fun option in fine jewelry by JC Penney's, my favorite, for a steal!), (similar in pink+lavender, great deal, love this), (dainty open-heart option).

Gold Fireball Pave & Mint Glob double-sided 360 Stud Earrings: An Accessories Boutique (New) (similar, great deal, love these), (similar in pearl & fireball pave, fantastic deal, love these), (similar in pearl & gold lightening), (classic pearl studs & 2 more sets by Charlotte Russe, best deal).

Yellow Plastic Beaded, Stretchy Bracelets (part of a set): Forever 21 (very similar w/ gold charm, Splurge, love this), (gorgeous braided option w/ white zirconia stones, best deal, my favorite), (lucite option by Alexis Bittar, love this).

Red Crystal Beaded Stretchy Bracelet: A Local Boutique (New) (fun gorgeous option in gold w/ red floaty crystal beads), (similar w/ pave heart charm, great dea, my favorite), (fun option w/ tassels, best deal, love this).

2 Nude, Thin Plastic Bangles (part of a set): Forever 21.

Pastel Green+Gold Tone Cocktail Ring: A Local Beach Attire Boutique (New) (very similar in green by Kenneth Jay Lane, best deal, love this), (gorgeous dressy option, fine jewelry by JC Penney, for a steal, love this).

Turquoise, Skinny, Leather Headband w/ Bow: Viggos (gorgeous beaded option in gold+turquoise, best deal, love this), (set of 2 by Guess, great deal).

Gold, Soft Leather Ballet Flats w/ Tiny Bows: Gap (very similar, love these), (gorgeous option w/ big 3D bows by Jessica Simpson, my favorite), (similar by Sam Edelman, best deal, love these), (perforated option by Naturalizer, great deal).

The Green Floral Flirty Skirt was paired with an Orange-Neon Striped V-Neck Tee. I love wearing a Floral Skirt with a Striped Top but I don't think I have tried the alternative. I added a Colorful Neon Druzzy Necklace, Gold Studs, a couple of Beautiful Fine Jewelry Rings and my Red Jelly Sandals. And like I said Vivi matched mommy a little in her Bright Orange Graphic "Barcelona" Tee and her Tutu Mint+Pink Floral Skirt. The Green Floral Skirt was worn about ten days after the first outfit (last night, to be exact). We went as a family at a kid-friendly Cafe which has a huge indoor playground for kids. It is very close to our home here in Europe and Vivian loves that place. I am sure it will be one of those places she will miss in US but there are many other playgrounds plus Chuck E. Cheese in the States. You will see some pictures I took of my two loves. Vivian loves her daddy very much. What do you think of our similar/matchy Mommy-Daughter Outfits? Do you prefer the Green Floral Skirt best?

Neon, Gold-Tone Statement Necklace w/ Pear-Shaped Druzy Stones: A Local Boutique (gorgeous option by Bauble Bar, my favorite), (fun bib option, best deal, love this), (fun cluster option).

Gold Button Stud Earrings: Express (very similar, real gold, Splurge), (very similar in 18k gold by Lord & Taylor, fantastic deal, love these), (gorgeous option by House of Harlow, best deal, love these), (similar gorgeous option by Tahari, great deal).

Silver, Square-Shaped Pave Ring w/ Large Lavender Topaz Stone: Gift from My Mom (very similar by David Yurman, Splurge, my favorite), (similar, great deal), (gorgeous pear-shaped option, best deal, love this).

Silver, Oval-Shaped Pave Ring w/ Small Emerald Stone: A Local Boutique similar, Splurge, my favorite), (similar), (similar by JC Penney's, love this).

Green Metallic Tiny Hair Claw: Random Street Vendor.

Neon Orange+Coral Striped V-Neck Tee: Old Navy (very similar by JC Penney's, best deal), (similar boat-neck w/ cap sleeves by Ralph Lauren, great deal, love this), (elbow-sleeve option by Pendleton, my favorite).

Green Floral, Crinkly Chiffon, Girly Skirt w/ Cognac, Butterfly Belt: A Local Boutique (very similar, best deal, love this), (dressy option by The Limited, grat deal, love this), (similar gorgeous option by Ted Baker, Splurge).

Neon, Gold-Tone Statement Necklace w/ Pear-Shaped Druzy Stones: A Local Boutique (gorgeous option by Bauble Bar, my favorite), (fun bib option, best deal, love this), (fun cluster option).

Gold Button Stud Earrings: Express (very similar, real gold, Splurge), (very similar in 18k gold by Lord & Taylor, fantastic deal, love these), (gorgeous option by House of Harlow, best deal, love these), (similar gorgeous option by Tahari, great deal).

Silver, Square-Shaped Pave Ring w/ Large Lavender Topaz Stone: Gift from My Mom (very similar by David Yurman, Splurge, my favorite), (similar, great deal), (gorgeous pear-shaped option, best deal, love this).

Silver, Oval-Shaped Pave Ring w/ Small Emerald Stone: A Local Boutique similar, Splurge, my favorite), (similar), (similar by JC Penney's, love this).

Green Metallic Tiny Hair Claw: Random Street Vendor.

Red, Jelly, Bow Sandals w/ Sparkly little Stones: Il Cammino (very similar by Valentino, Splurge, love these), (similar, best deal), (gorgeous option by Kate Spade, great deal, love these), (similar jelly option in strappy, closed-back sandal style).

Vivian's Outfit:

Bright Orange "Barcelona" Graphic Tee: Gifted.

Mint+Pink Floral, Chiffon Tutu Skirt: Buy Buy Baby.

Multi-Colored Flower Ponytail Holder: A Random Boutique.

White Leather Sandals: A Children's Boutique.

P.S. I am linking up with Carrie, Carylee, Biana, Cherie, Doranda, Erin,  Good Random Fun, Jen, Jess, 

Jessica, Kileen with Sandy, Kristen, Laura, Lauren, Leelo, Lisa, Megan, Molly, 

Mahogany Closet, Mix it Monday, Natalie, Rachel, Rachelle, Rhea, Whitney and Zaz. 

Also, I have tried to follow most of the prompts (so far) from the "Create 28 Summer Looks" 

with Cassie, Carrie and Whitney so I am linking up my Summer Skirts Look with them, tomorrow.

Last but not least, linking up with Ann Luiza and Michelle for their themed Monday Link-up which today

 is all about Summer Prints.A pairing of Floral and Stripes in my book is 100% Summery and perfect!