Juxtaposition

I love fashion.  It's just so fun to play around with!

I was still gravitating toward really feminine pieces like my super springy outfit, but I decided to switch it up.  I couldn't resist this lacy blouse, but instead of wearing it as feminine as possible (which wouldn't be anything out of the ordinary for me), I decided to add a little bit of edge to it.

To juxtapose the femininity of the top, I added some harder, masculine details.  My boots are super structured, and I did my eye makeup harsher than usual.  I think the necklace (which I made) did a good job of balancing the two elements.  The angles of the diamond pendant are consistent with the more structured elements, and the dangling chains soften it up a bit.

While this might not be the way I'd usually style a frilly, lacy top, I enjoyed playing around today and really liked the final product.  Do you think it worked?  How should I style it next?

I really am a sucker for a June cameo.

blouse - via TJ Maxx

jeans - Old Navy

boots - Madden Girl, via DSW (now on sale!)

rings - Forever 21

necklace - available soon on my Etsy shop, Splendiferously Yours