Yellow polka dot cardigan

21 March 2013

This cardigan is a bit of a struggle.

At first I was very pleased with myself because I came up with a cream/black polka dot top underneath the yellow/black polka dot cardigan. The combination would have been cute, only the top had the wrong kind of collar for my neck. It made my neck too long. Frequent visitors know I gave the top to my stepdaughter at Christmas. Better somebody else enjoys it, than hanging on to it and never wear it.

So I tried the cardigan with an A-line charcoal skirt and black blouse. And with a black wide skirt and black top. I will start with that, but I think the best combination is the cardigan with a black top and the A-line skirt (not photographed).

Below: trying to adjust my hair….

Below two photos of the cardigan with the A-line skirt and a blouse.

The A-line skirt is good, but the blouse makes the outfit a bit dowdy.

Below the cardigan with another skirt, which is a bit too short and definitely too tight in the waist.

I will throw that skirt on the pile: Give away.

In the second photo the collar of the cardi does not look bad, because the photo is flattering.

A cardigan is usually straight at the hips. Which is something I should avoid at all times. It makes it very hard to create a good figure. (Note to myself: to put on my NO GO-list: “be very careful with cardigans”.)
Greetje

52 responses to “Yellow polka dot cardigan”

josep-maria badia

February 28, 2019 at 6:13 am

That lovely yellow cardigan and beautiful pictures of your house. You are beautiful and stylish in this look. I really like the first option, the skirt is beautiful and I like your neck clear. But I also love the third option, with the pleated skirt. I have doubts, maybe the third … no belt, is more elegant. You look beautiful in this post.

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 28, 2019 at 7:59 am
  
  Aha, sorry dear. Misunderstood you.
  
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2. josep-maria badia
  
  February 28, 2019 at 3:19 pm
  
  I was not referring to the house as a building, I was referring to garden of your house. 🙂
  
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3. No fear of fashion
  
  March 1, 2019 at 4:53 am
  
  I think you are right, I should NOT wear a belt with this outfit.This is not one of my favourite outfits, but I am quite pleased you like it. Oh…and by the way, that is not my house… it is the shed.. We just made it look like a little house. Remember the post of our garden?
  
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Marianne van den Berg

February 24, 2019 at 7:28 am

I like the first combination the most. I would only aid a plain golden necklace to it. The one you are wearing with the blouse. I prefer the belt with it, its accentuate your waist more.

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 27, 2019 at 2:38 pm
  
  Hmmm I don’t know yet whether the belt is improving the look or just dividing me in halves. The gold necklace is a good tip.
  
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Anonymous

February 24, 2019 at 7:28 am

That last comment was from me – Suzanne. Just in case you were worried about who is planning on moving in! LOL! I love your flowers and the green leaves. All I see out my windows is snow and lots and lots of ice.

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 27, 2019 at 2:38 pm
  
  I wish that was my garden at this moment Suzanne, but no. It is winter here as well. Around freezing temperatures and with a rotten breeze. Everybody is so fed up with winter. So am I.Hang in there… one more week? Two weeks utmost?
  
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Lady of Style

February 24, 2019 at 7:28 am

I love the outfit with the fuller skirt most, especially the “adjust my hair” photo!! You look gorgeous and so happy, Greetje.The A-line skirt is great as well – prefer the top instead of the blouse.I still don’t have one of the fuller skirts and really like them. Put it on my wishlist…AnnetteLady of Style

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 27, 2019 at 2:38 pm
  
  Apparently these kind of skirts are supposed to become trend now… so your wish might come true quickly.
  
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2. No fear of fashion
  
  February 27, 2019 at 2:38 pm
  
  And yes, I am a happy person. (A little bit hot tempered at work…)
  
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Anonymous

February 24, 2019 at 7:28 am

I love this happy little cardigan! It is its own ray of sunshine. :)I think the first outfit is my favorite – the 1/3 to 2/3s balance is good. I like the full skirt over the tall boots. The second skirt is also pretty but I like the simple black top under the cardi more than the collared blouse. This is a nice outfit for work though – it looks corporate. In the third look I like how you left the cardigan unbuttoned and therefore did not need the belt. It all works. Were these pictures taken a while ago? Because if this how your garden looks right now forget about me visiting – I am moving in! LOL! I had to shovel again today and the wind chill is single digits. Our high temps are not even what our normal lows are for this time of year. Winter is hanging on!

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Happiness at Mid Life

February 23, 2019 at 6:57 pm

HI Greetje – I always see you participating in 40+ styles challenges and love your fashion style. I am your latest follower!Alicewww.happinessatmidlife.com

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 7:13 pm
  
  As you might have noticed, I was already browsing through your posts as well. Lovely to see you on my blog as well. Thanks for the compliment.
  
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RedTagChicLosAngeles

February 23, 2019 at 6:57 pm

hahahah on the note to yourself…..but I can imagine a lot of cool looks with that yellow beauty!! I really have to find some yellow for myself this spring!!!Rebeccawww.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 7:13 pm
  
  I should stick those notes to my forehead, as I bought another short cardigan…. (the little green one in the black and white challenge outfit of last week. Wrong again.)
  
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dan

February 23, 2019 at 6:57 pm

Every outfit you share communicates joy. Thanks!

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 7:13 pm
  
  Oh gosh Dan, too much honour. And that coming from an Italian lady. I am flattered.
  
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Trina Grandinetti

February 23, 2019 at 6:57 pm

Greetje, Love the hair adjustment photo, seriously, its such a fun picture. That aside, I absolutely adore the cardigan and its very flattering on you. I do agree with leaving it unelted except with the a-line skirt and blouse the belt seems to definitely belong. Love the full skirt attire but would probably leave the cardi unbuttoned or without the belt becuase its just a fun look. I also like the combo A LOT, I think the gray does wonders for the cardigan. Have you thought about wearing it with white pants and a gray top for Spring? Gee, sounds like I just need that cute cardi. Great ensembles, as usual.

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 7:13 pm
  
  I never thought of leaving the cardigan unbuttoned. That might be a great idea. Thanks. And no, I will not wear it with white trousers (sorry, British upbringing) as little cardigans leave my hip area in sight too much.
  
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Sacramento Amate

February 23, 2019 at 6:57 pm

I need that gorgeous jumper, ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhLiiking glorious.You know how I feel about skirts, ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhHave a fabulous weekend.XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 7:13 pm
  
  Hahaha, this is your Spanish temperament speaking. Thanks.
  
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Tanguera/Anja

February 23, 2019 at 6:57 pm

The first look makes you look sort of bulky, even bit fat, while we all know that you are NOT. For the rest: the black T under it works good. But the whole outfit is not my favorite look for you either, as you say yourself.

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 7:13 pm
  
  I think it will be better if I wear the T, the cardigan and the A-line skirt. Have to see whether the belt improves it or not. But I agree it is not my best outfit.
  
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gracefully50

February 23, 2019 at 6:57 pm

You’re totally rockin’ the bright polka dots!! I would have worn the cardi with black, too! Great minds….. 🙂

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 7:13 pm
  
  Thanks Jeannie. It is not really my most favourite look. Sometimes I do better than other times.
  
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gracefully50

March 26, 2013 at 5:39 pm

You’re totally rockin’ the bright polka dots!! I would have worn the cardi with black, too! Great minds….. 🙂

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 26, 2013 at 10:11 pm
  
  Thanks Jeannie. It is not really my most favourite look. Sometimes I do better than other times.
  
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RedTagChicLosAngeles

March 23, 2013 at 5:52 pm

hahahah on the note to yourself…..but I can imagine a lot of cool looks with that yellow beauty!! I really have to find some yellow for myself this spring!!!

Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 23, 2013 at 11:47 pm
  
  I should stick those notes to my forehead, as I bought another short cardigan…. (the little green one in the black and white challenge outfit of last week. Wrong again.)
  
  Reply
dan

March 23, 2013 at 2:09 pm

Every outfit you share communicates joy. Thanks!

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 23, 2013 at 11:46 pm
  
  Oh gosh Dan, too much honour. And that coming from an Italian lady. I am flattered.
  
  Reply
Tanguera/Anja

March 23, 2013 at 5:48 am

The first look makes you look sort of bulky, even bit fat, while we all know that you are NOT. For the rest: the black T under it works good. But the whole outfit is not my favorite look for you either, as you say yourself.

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 23, 2013 at 9:30 am
  
  I think it will be better if I wear the T, the cardigan and the A-line skirt. Have to see whether the belt improves it or not. But I agree it is not my best outfit.
  
  Reply
Sacramento Amate

March 22, 2013 at 2:39 pm

I need that gorgeous jumper, ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Liiking glorious.
You know how I feel about skirts, ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Have a fabulous weekend.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 22, 2013 at 2:53 pm
  
  Hahaha, this is your Spanish temperament speaking. Thanks.
  
  Reply
Happiness at Mid Life

March 22, 2013 at 8:05 am

HI Greetje – I always see you participating in 40+ styles challenges and love your fashion style. I am your latest follower!

Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 22, 2013 at 9:27 am
  
  As you might have noticed, I was already browsing through your posts as well. Lovely to see you on my blog as well. Thanks for the compliment.
  
  Reply
Trina Grandinetti

March 22, 2013 at 12:53 am

Greetje, Love the hair adjustment photo, seriously, its such a fun picture. That aside, I absolutely adore the cardigan and its very flattering on you. I do agree with leaving it unelted except with the a-line skirt and blouse the belt seems to definitely belong. Love the full skirt attire but would probably leave the cardi unbuttoned or without the belt becuase its just a fun look. I also like the combo A LOT, I think the gray does wonders for the cardigan. Have you thought about wearing it with white pants and a gray top for Spring? Gee, sounds like I just need that cute cardi. Great ensembles, as usual.

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 22, 2013 at 9:19 am
  
  I never thought of leaving the cardigan unbuttoned. That might be a great idea. Thanks. And no, I will not wear it with white trousers (sorry, British upbringing) as little cardigans leave my hip area in sight too much.
  
  Reply
Marianne van den Berg

March 21, 2013 at 10:39 pm

I like the first combination the most. I would only aid a plain golden necklace to it. The one you are wearing with the blouse. I prefer the belt with it, its accentuate your waist more.

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 21, 2013 at 11:29 pm
  
  Hmmm I don’t know yet whether the belt is improving the look or just dividing me in halves. The gold necklace is a good tip.
  
  Reply
Anonymous

March 21, 2013 at 10:37 pm

That last comment was from me – Suzanne. Just in case you were worried about who is planning on moving in! LOL! I love your flowers and the green leaves. All I see out my windows is snow and lots and lots of ice.

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 21, 2013 at 11:27 pm
  
  I wish that was my garden at this moment Suzanne, but no. It is winter here as well. Around freezing temperatures and with a rotten breeze. Everybody is so fed up with winter. So am I.
  Hang in there… one more week? Two weeks utmost?
  
  Reply
Anonymous

March 21, 2013 at 10:17 pm

I love this happy little cardigan! It is its own ray of sunshine. 🙂
I think the first outfit is my favorite – the 1/3 to 2/3s balance is good. I like the full skirt over the tall boots. The second skirt is also pretty but I like the simple black top under the cardi more than the collared blouse. This is a nice outfit for work though – it looks corporate. In the third look I like how you left the cardigan unbuttoned and therefore did not need the belt. It all works.
Were these pictures taken a while ago? Because if this how your garden looks right now forget about me visiting – I am moving in! LOL! I had to shovel again today and the wind chill is single digits. Our high temps are not even what our normal lows are for this time of year. Winter is hanging on!

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Lady of Style

March 21, 2013 at 8:52 pm

I love the outfit with the fuller skirt most, especially the “adjust my hair” photo!! You look gorgeous and so happy, Greetje.
The A-line skirt is great as well – prefer the top instead of the blouse.
I still don’t have one of the fuller skirts and really like them. Put it on my wishlist…

Annette
Lady of Style

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 21, 2013 at 11:18 pm
  
  Apparently these kind of skirts are supposed to become trend now… so your wish might come true quickly.
  
  Reply
2. No fear of fashion
  
  March 21, 2013 at 11:25 pm
  
  And yes, I am a happy person. (A little bit hot tempered at work…)
  
  Reply
josep-maria badia

March 21, 2013 at 7:16 pm

That lovely yellow cardigan and beautiful pictures of your house. You are beautiful and stylish in this look. I really like the first option, the skirt is beautiful and I like your neck clear. But I also love the third option, with the pleated skirt. I have doubts, maybe the third … no belt, is more elegant. You look beautiful in this post.

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  March 21, 2013 at 8:24 pm
  
  I think you are right, I should NOT wear a belt with this outfit.
  This is not one of my favourite outfits, but I am quite pleased you like it.
  Oh…and by the way, that is not my house… it is the shed.. We just made it look like a little house. Remember the post of our garden?
  
  Reply
2. josep-maria badia
  
  March 21, 2013 at 9:06 pm
  
  I was not referring to the house as a building, I was referring to garden of your house. 🙂
  
  Reply
3. No fear of fashion
  
  March 21, 2013 at 11:17 pm
  
  Aha, sorry dear. Misunderstood you.
  
  Reply

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