Turquoise, coral, orange with a little brown and golden tan: these colors evoke clear skies, desert, sun and heat. Add a bit of turquoise jewelry and I feel an American southwestern vibe. This look wasn’t instant but fell together one element at a time.
The Dress
The Rachel Kate lined chiffon dress is from a friend’s boutique (unfortunately the shop no longer exists). I’m not sure why I grabbed this off her last chance clearance rack. The dress is made in the USA and maybe that influenced me. Anyway, the chevron stripped purchase languished in the back of my closet for quite a while. Honestly, I think I forgot about it.
The Necklace
Ever so often I go window-shopping for Stella and Dot jewelry on eBay. While quickly scrolling offerings, this Cortez Turquoise necklace popped up on my feed. My mouse came to a screeching halt.
I’ve always admired turquoise jewelry from the American southwest. I know the Cortez is not genuine turquoise but its coloring paired with the suede lace ties and wooden rings created such a nice look. And I could see how the suede ties allows me decide how high or low my neckline can be. So the necklace hopped into my cart without much effort.
This is a versatile necklace but I didn’t think about teaming it with my chevron dress until last week. In the end, they make a great pairing.
Putting It Together
After figuring out that the Cortez and my dress looked fantastic together, things just came together. I had a pair of turquoise, fabric and cork sandals by Italian Shoemakers. Rachelle, my youngest had found them at DSW, but never never figured out a way to style them and was going to give them away. I begged her to let me play around with them for a bit.
They don’t match perfectly, but they are way down on my feet and my dress is a little above my knees so there’s enough space for it not to matter.
The Cool Sunnies
I have to throw in the sunglasses for show and tell. By Freyrs Eyewear, if you look closely, the lens are partially detached for the pink frames, such a creative approach.
I actually won my sunnies in a raffle at Lillian’s, a locally owned chic boutique in the Northland. That’s Kansas City speak for north of the Missouri River. Angie, the owner of Lillian’s graciously invited a few of Kansas City area bloggers and their friends to her boutique for a wonderful evening of socializing and networking.
The Chevron
The Chevron is an inverted triangle and has been around a few thousand years. The chevron first showed up around 1800 B.C. in cave paintings, made it way onto medieval heraldry and, of course, is an important indicator of military ranks.
Then there is the Italian design house of Missoni, who has firmly planted the Chevron in the modern design iconography. Google “chevron printed fashion” and see the thousands of images that pop up.
Inspiring Color Moods
Color combinations can inspire different moods, cultures and regions. In the beginning, I mentioned how today’s color palette reminded of the American Southwest. During my research, these colors also popped up in the Eastern culture.
I found so many beautiful photos and objects, I was inspired to create two mood boards for turquoise, orange and brown.
That wraps it up for this week. Thank you for stopping by. I’ll have another blog bit next week. You are certainly welcome to leave a comment or two or three. I love to hear from you.
I link up with some great blogs every week. To see who they are go HERE.
Husband Michael gets credit for the photos of me. He also does some editing; if a male-type person can understand this stuff, then it may not completely be gibberish.
Again, thanks for stopping by. Take care……..
It’s time for the August 2nd Loved 1st Friday Linkup which stays open until August 31st.
Any post on a blog, Instagram, Facebook or the like can linkup to this style celebration. If you can copy and paste the URL in the Linky box, you are good to go!
One item is quite OK—a hat, skirt, pants, shoes, purse, or a piece of jewelry. That item (or items) can be from a thrift shop, eBay, consignment shop, vintage boutique, one of the online consignment shops such as RealReal–or even something a friend gave you because they didn’t want it anymore.
When you do post, I would appreciate a description about your 2nd Loved item (or items), what type of shop you found it and what drew you to it. Tell as much or as little as you want. To be featured in my collage, which I will put on Instagram along with your links, you have to say what item is second loved. That is a “have to”.
If you have never participated in a linkup before, no fear. Go to Linkup 101 guide that is found on my 2nd Loved 1st Friday linkup page (also found at the top in the tab section).
Just click the frog below to link up and join the fun!
MeadowTree Style 
Everything has certainly come together beautifully here, Terri, including those fabulous shades. xo
-Patti
http://notdeadyetstyle.com
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Thank you, Patti I guess it was good that I won them, because I would have probably would have not chosen them left to my own devices, but now I love them.
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kamaal hai.. http://www.google.com
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So pretty, you look lovely in Orange and I love the necklace and shoes to match 🙂
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Thank you, i will admit they don’t match perfectly but close enough.
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Turquoise jewelry looks so good with almost everything!!! I just saw it on another woman with a bright pink shirt, and it was stunning!!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
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Turquoise is just stunning to begin with. It always has been my #1 color of choice with nail polish which is a lot easier to find than the perfect necklace.
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What a lovely colour combination and I love the turquoise necklace.
The mood boards are great, especially the first one. xx
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Thank you. I’m glad you like the mood boards-I have never published one before. I will admit that there was an overwhelming amount of Southwestern images. The Asian influences were there, just not in greater number so the board is a tad sparser than I would like.
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My new turquoise ring fits perfect with your beautiful dress!
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I don’t have a turquoise ring but it’s a great color in anything, I think.
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Wow, these colours are YOU!! You look so pretty. Super outfit and mood boards, Mary x.
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Thanks Mary, these colors and this post brought out my art teacher side a bit.
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Love the mix of colors! That necklace and earring is a statement!
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Thank you. I’ve had those earrings for years and decided at the last minute to put them on. Glad I did.
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Turquoise, Coral and Orange are all the perfect style to welcome summer. I like the turquoise necklace. You can dress up any look with the right necklace!
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I agree 100% and am so happy that I decided to get it.
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This really is a match made in heaven! Perfectly put together. I’ve featured turquoise with tan this week – but my photos are s**t I’m sad to say! Jacqui x
http://www.mummabstylish.com
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I was just over and saw those gorgeous trousers. I have to give Michael the credit for the photos. The man has the patience of Job when it comes to photographing me.
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Terri, this entire look is just beautiful. So cool and elegant, from the color palette to the drape of the dress, to the jewelry!
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Thanks, Maggie-not to much thrifted here but the dress but I do love how they all went together.
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Thanks for joining the Top of the World Style linkup party with your post. This zig-zag patterned dress is so nice. You look great in it!
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Thank you, Nicole
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These colours look fabulous together. I love turquoise jewellery and have made quite a few pieces myself. Lucky you winning those gorgeous sunnies 🙂
Emma xxx
http://www.style-splash.com
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Thank you. You make jewelry too? Well, I’m really just a stringer but it’s satisfactory after I’ve done it. I’ve always loved turquoise and brown together but this is the first time wearing something like this but left it in the closet far to long and now summer is almost over.
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Terri,
One word, chic! The chevron dress and your accessories fab too.
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Thank you, I just wish it was a tad longer. That is probably why I’ve haven’t worn it too much.
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The dress is cute, the print is precious. I love your necklace turquoise, is spectacular and very beautiful and looks perfect in the look. Beautiful sunglasses. A beautiful and delicate outfit.
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Amazing jewels, especially the turquoise jewelry bracelets . In love!
https://www.rananjayexports.com/gemstones/turquoise/rings
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