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Sometimes you fall in love with a print/pattern before you fall in love with the item.  There have been many episodes in my life where the print drew more attention from me, or at least is what attracted me to look at the item:

Exhibit A: Barnyard from Reformation (see MAY FLOWER)

Exhibit B: Jungle Floral from Lovers + Friends (post coming soon!)

Adding to this, I present Exhibit C: Night Animal from Lovers + Friends.  After shopping the Revolve sample sale a few weeks ago, I came home with a loot bag of goodies, including this Lovers + Friends Dakota Jumpsuit in Night Animal, which is currently on sale.  Outside of it’s colorful, leopard print, I found the corset top and cutout back enticing.

I styled it differently.  And by style I mean I just rolled up the pant legs to give it a more casual, cool look.  The hem isn’t too long to where I have to get it altered, but I wanted to give this jumpsuit more life than refinery.  I think my favorite pant leg look is two to three inches above the ankle.

If I wanted to dress this jumpsuit down more for a day look, I would toss a denim jacket over my shoulders and strap on some wedge sandals, (pant legs rolled up of course).

Ray-Ban Original Aviator 58mm Sunglasses / Steve Madden Serrpant Platform Pumps in Blush Leather (not available | similar look)

I’m headed to the beach this weekend for a super fun shoot with Amy Zhang of The Luxi Look.  If you haven’t done so, please check out her blog and Instagram.  One of the best things I’ve gained from fashion blogging is meeting other fabulous fashion bloggers.  And sometimes, they become a great friend.  Have any of you ever made friends from blogging?  I’d love to hear your stories!

Photographed by Danielle Torriero