Mix and Match Wardrobe Tips
Can you believe fall is just around the corner? School is starting and there are crayons and ten cent notebooks everywhere you look! It is hard to think about layering up cute clothing here is Arizona because it is still 111 degrees outside, but it does’t take my brain long to run for cardigans and tights!
I am a huge fan of separates for kids, but matching sets can sometimes save you a ton of money. Here is the trick, don’t get stuck always pairing matching sets together. Of course they are going to look adorable matched up, but some of my favorite, most versatile pieces in my kids closets stayed hidden in a set for too long!
I received Taylor Joelle clothing items in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own.
My little lady loves new clothes. She is almost two and will literally chose a new shirt instead of a toy at the store. She died when her new pieces from Taylor Joelle’s Wild Garden line showed up at our door. Now, these pieces are technically separates, but they pair up like a matching set. Seriously, though!? How cute is this outfit?
One of the first things I look for in kids clothes is quality. Lace items for girls are all the rage right now, however often I find they are poorly made and after one trip to the park are filled with holes and snags. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of this navy blue top with ruffle sleeves. It is fully lined with a sturdy cotton and is just begging to peak out of a 3/4 sleeve cardigan! Paired up with these “Think, Wonder, Dream” ruffle leggings that have the cutest fit, and you are all set for your next playdate or even the first day of school.
So, remember all that talk about mixing up matchy items? This outfit is super cute on its own, but you can really stretch your child’s wardrobe by mixing it up. Shop their closet first and try things together that you might not usually match up, those always end up being my favorite combinations. I set off to my little girls closet and without buying anything new and I came up with these two outfits.
Outfit 1: In this look I paired the Taylor Joelle top with a corduroy mini skirt, footless tights, sandals and a girly bow. Further into fall and I would switch the sandals out for boots!
Shirt- Taylor Joelle Skirt- Old Navy Tights- Target Bow- Ruby Blue Inc.聽Sandals-Saltwater
Outfit 2:聽Leggings are one of my favorite items. They can be worn alone or thrown under pretty much anything, here they dress down a dress for more a more everyday look, but I love to throw them under some shorts to transition to the next season. This outfit could easily be dressed back up with a sweet white collared shirt, a cardigan, and some pearls.
Leggings: Taylor Joelle Dress: Little Me Bow: homemade
As you start looking for fall and back to school items, make sure you know what your kids already have and look for items you can mix and match, even if you buy them in a matching set. You will get so much more wear out of them! If you are looking for extra cute items, check out the launch of Taylor Joelle’s new Wild Garden line today, July 30th, there will be a discount available for those of you who shop today!!
What a fun collection of kids clothing. they go well together and with other pieces. Nice color and pattern.
What an adorable outfit! She’s an adorable little model – great photos.
I love the way yellow and navy blue look! The little model is mighty cute too.
Cute suggestions. I am so picky especially for my girls. Everything has to be color coordinating with matching hair accessories.
I love mixing my children’s outfits! It always makes us feel like we are wearing something new. Love that outfit!
Mixing and matching is always a fun idea when done right! She looks adorable!
Your daughter is sooo cute! Love these pieces. I definitely need to get away from keeping the “sets” together and start making more mix/matched outfits!
These separates are adorable. The clothes are so cute. The colors of yellow and blue are super.
I love mixing and matching when they are little. Quality is also important, especially when the kids play hard!
Love that girl! Her outfit is to die for! I love how versatile it is; you can mix and match it with almost anything!
Your daughter is too cute and so are the clothes! Simply adorable! Love the blue and gold too! Our kids’ school colors! 馃檪
Cute outfits. I love the blue lace top. It looks very comfortable and great quality. Thanks for sharing.
Oh such adorable sets! I love the pairing! So cute! My little girl would love the Taylor Joelle clothes toO!
Cutest model ever! I used to have do this raising 3 daughters. So money saving and time saving really. It’s great to see this post passing to a few Mom’s who go way over board at back to school time. Then hate Christmas 馃檨
Adorable outfits you put together! Mix and match is a must to stretch the budget with twins!
The clothes are so cute- and the model more so! I love mixing and matching for myself but forget that kids need a change up, too! Great ideas!
I love the first outfit, such a cute look and style. The bow headband is my favorite, bows are always a great choice.
This is such an adorable outfit! So colorful, but it works well together!
Those clothes are so cute. I love leggings, they are so versatile and can mix up so many boring outfits. I wish they had been more in style when my daughter was little and wanted to wear dresses all winter.
I love how easy you’ve made it for her to mix and match. You just might have a future fashionista on your hands.
Such a cutie! I love these clothes. I love trying to dig through the dresser for paring things up.
What a cutie! I just love that outfit. Great photographs too.
What an adorable model! =D I always looked for mix and match wardrobe options when my son was little. It’s a great way to keep their looks fresh without buying a gazillion clothes that they’ll outgrow in a couple of months.
Those are so cute. Your daughter looks absolutely adorable in that outfit! I love the ruffles!
Very cute, I love the bright colors and ruffles. And the big bows – my 18 year old went through a stage where she insisted on wearing those all the time, and now she cringes whenever she sees a picture of herself at 4, but I love them!
My boys only wear jeans, so every shirt they own goes with them. It’s easier that way.
i love mixing and matching. makes things easier
She’s too cute and I love those colors. I have a sweet spot for yellow especially as we head into fall. Such great pictures of your little one, she’s too cute!!!
Awe, that is the most perfectly combined outfit, I love yellow and purple together! So cute, plus the ruffles!! So sweet!
Your daughter is so adorable! What a cutie pie.
Mix and match wardrobes are the best for children. It allows you to get so many looks with a lot less clothing.
What a cutie! I love her colorful clothing. I’m heading over to check out the Wild Garden line now…