Is Being Matchy-Matchy Really Faux Pas?

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Kenya L Fashion Blog

Ok, so this is the deal…. I know the matchy-matchy thing is considered a fashion no-no right now. It’s all about being unpredictable and unexpected. Stripes with plaids. Camo jacket meet tulle skirt. The more extreme… the better. Which works, right? Yes, it works… until you get to a point where the unexpectedness becomes… well… expected!

Now, I’m not saying that I’m ready to go back to the days of matching head to toe coordinates and leisure suits (I’m not quite sure I was ever there) but I am saying maybe I don’t want to have to be unpredictable all the time. Maybe I want things to coordinate occasionally. Maybe… just maybe… I don’t want that pop of pink or yellow or red. That’s right… I’d like to buck the system some days, you know? Be a rebel! And for today, bucking the system is coordinating!

How ironic that what was considered a fashion faux pas has somehow now become going against the norm. Hilarious…

What I’m Wearing: Willow & Clay Sweater, J. Crew High Rise Skinnies, Marco Santi Booties, Tory Burch Bag, Loft Infinity Loop Scarf

Where Am I: Uptown Charlotte (which could not have been more beautiful that day) at the Mint and Levine Center of the Arts

How are you being a fashion “rebel” right now?

45 thoughts on “Is Being Matchy-Matchy Really Faux Pas?”

Terry on January 15, 2013 at 9:10 pm said:

Am totally loving your matchy-matchy look. 🙂

xo,
Terry

terrys-two-cents.blogspot.com

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- kenyaldesigns on January 15, 2013 at 9:21 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much Terry!! 😉
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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FashionEdible on January 15, 2013 at 9:36 pm said:

I, for one, like your matchy-matchy look. There’s nothing wrong with an all black or all gray look, right? I have to admit, the whole non-matched/pairing 3+ colors is my way of being brave in fashion. I was always a “one or two colors” kind of person. But I’m loving the pops of color and the random stripes with polka dots, etc… looks!

-FashionEdible

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- kenyaldesigns on January 15, 2013 at 9:58 pm said:
  
  Thanks! I am honestly the same way… I love the pops of color and the unexpected pairings right now and for me, it’s also my way of being fashionably bold! Blogging has helped my style evolve even more so and I love the hot trends right now. But man… somedays… I just want to match!
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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VivalaLilya on January 15, 2013 at 10:31 pm said:

I am against match-matchy but this is not the case.Love the calm cozy colours!!

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- kenyaldesigns on January 15, 2013 at 10:36 pm said:
  
  Thanks doll!! Glad this is an exception! 😉
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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caroline1t on January 15, 2013 at 11:00 pm said:

This isn’t matchy matchy this is simply tone on tone and I LOVE it! That is a great colour and you look fabulous!

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- kenyaldesigns on January 15, 2013 at 11:15 pm said:
  
  Thanks Caroline! 🙂
  
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thirtysomethingchic on January 16, 2013 at 12:39 am said:

matchy match can sometimes give us a clean look and depending how we wear it, we can look leaner.

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- kenyaldesigns on January 16, 2013 at 11:29 am said:
  
  Great point! You are absolutely right. Color on color can produce a very lean look! Thanks for sharing that tip!!
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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Vivi on January 16, 2013 at 9:53 am said:

I don’t think match-match is a faux pas. It’s all in how it’s styled. I’ve seen plenty of matchy-matchy outfits that do not come off as cheesy or faux pas-ish. The #1 blogger that comes to mind that I feel perfects the matchy-matchy is Blair of Atlantic-Pacific.

Anywho, back to you and your look. It’s cute. Especially, adding the scarf.

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- kenyaldesigns on January 16, 2013 at 11:31 am said:
  
  Thanks Vivi! I appreciate that perspective and agree with you. I think styling is key and honestly how you look and feel in your clothes as well. Confidence goes a long way with personal style!
  
  Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts!
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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Monica P on January 16, 2013 at 12:07 pm said:

A coordinated outfit is not a crime 😛 LoL

Love the back ground shots of the museum.

Monica.

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- kenyaldesigns on January 16, 2013 at 3:12 pm said:
  
  Thanks Monica!
  
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Crocs Are Awful on January 16, 2013 at 2:44 pm said:

I very much like this Kenya! 🙂

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- kenyaldesigns on January 16, 2013 at 3:12 pm said:
  
  Thanks Amy! 🙂
  
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Terry on January 16, 2013 at 3:13 pm said:

Make sure you check my OOTD post later today. I’ll be mentioning you as my inspiration behind my look today.

xo,
Terry

terrys-two-cents.blogspot.com

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- kenyaldesigns on January 16, 2013 at 3:29 pm said:
  
  Aww… I’m so flattered Terry! Absolutely, I look forward to seeing your post!
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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Always Maylee on January 16, 2013 at 3:26 pm said:

Not faux pas at all! Sometimes I am all about matching, others I’m about mixing it up. It really just depends on the mood! 🙂

xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee

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- kenyaldesigns on January 16, 2013 at 3:36 pm said:
  
  Thanks Yi-chia! Glad it’s not just me! Personal style is all about mood and how you feel in your clothes!
  
  xo, K
  
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Vodka Infused Lemonade on January 16, 2013 at 3:32 pm said:

I think matchy-matchy is perfectly fine. I don’t think it’s a fashion faux pas as long as you do it right and i like the way you did it.

Agi:)

vodkainfusedlemonade.wordpress.com

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- kenyaldesigns on January 16, 2013 at 3:38 pm said:
  
  Thanks Agi! I don’t think it is faux pas either honestly. I think it is all in how you style it and how you wear it (as is everything with fashion)! 😉
  
  xo, K
  
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  - Vodka Infused Lemonade on January 16, 2013 at 3:40 pm said:
    
    Exactly 🙂
A Twist of Couture by Poetic Twist on January 16, 2013 at 10:00 pm said:

Rock it girl!!

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- kenyaldesigns on January 16, 2013 at 10:08 pm said:
  
  🙂 Thanks!
  
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Borka on January 16, 2013 at 10:38 pm said:

the color combination is amazing! you a super chic and stylish doll!
Kisses from Miami,
Borka
http://www.chicfashionworld.com

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- kenyaldesigns on January 16, 2013 at 11:34 pm said:
  
  Thanks Borka! 🙂
  
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dannadesigns on January 17, 2013 at 3:41 am said:

Love the matching look.

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- kenyaldesigns on January 17, 2013 at 9:24 pm said:
  
  Thanks D-Anna!
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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aragwar30 on January 17, 2013 at 8:59 pm said:

You know I love matchy-matchy! So cute I love the scarf added to the outfit it makes the outfit really come together! You look so FAB!

xoxo Akinyi

http://fitsonme.blogspot.com

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- kenyaldesigns on January 17, 2013 at 9:23 pm said:
  
  Thanks Akinyi! 🙂
  
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thelimoncellolife on January 20, 2013 at 10:49 am said:

I love this “matchy-matchy” look. Also really love the bag! Nothing like a classic bag 😉

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- kenyaldesigns on January 20, 2013 at 1:58 pm said:
  
  Thanks! 🙂
  
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Dawn on January 27, 2013 at 8:44 pm said:

Great post Kenya..I just touched on the matchy matchy thing in my last post. Great minds. 🙂

http://simplysassysstyle.blogspot.com/

Dawn

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- kenyaldesigns on January 27, 2013 at 8:50 pm said:
  
  Thanks Dawn! Yes, great minds indeed! 😉
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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Nina Penalosa on January 30, 2013 at 10:04 pm said:

I’m a fan of being matchy-matchy! It’s always good to throw in some accent colors though like you did with your scarf. And your ensemble is super chic! 🙂

Cheers,
Nina

lefancygeek.com

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- kenyaldesigns on January 30, 2013 at 11:03 pm said:
  
  Thanks Nina! I agree… I think if done right it can be a very posh look!
  
  Thanks for stopping by and commenting!!! 🙂
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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Tiny Micia on January 31, 2013 at 10:11 am said:

I often to matchy matchy 🙂 so I’m totally digging your outfit.x

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- kenyaldesigns on January 31, 2013 at 5:53 pm said:
  
  Thanks! Very cool — I think it can be a great look — and with all of the unexpectedness right now sometimes it’s fab to do what is “expected”!
  
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kiki on February 5, 2013 at 10:56 pm said:

I don’t do much matchy matchy, but I really LOVE this one. lol ^_^

Styled BY Kalack

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- kenyaldesigns on February 5, 2013 at 11:24 pm said:
  
  Thanks Kiki!!!
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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YUMMommy on February 12, 2013 at 8:01 pm said:

It’s perfectly fine to coordinate from time to time. I think it helps add balance. Plus, you can use coordinating to show of new accessories or one piece of your outfit. For example if you got a cool tribal print blouse and wanted it to be the focal point on your outfit, it makes sense to pair it with shoes, a bottom and purse of the same color.

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- kenyaldesigns on February 12, 2013 at 8:30 pm said:
  
  Great tips! Thanks! I absolutely agree with you… there are definite ways to coordinate without it being too much or coming off as a “don’t”. Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting!!!
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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Rebecca on February 12, 2013 at 8:21 pm said:

I agree in that I don’t like to be too matchy-matchy, but I do like when items in my outfits “coordinate”. 😀 Also I love your outfit. Tan/light brown is probably my favourite neutral colour!!

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- kenyaldesigns on February 12, 2013 at 8:27 pm said:
  
  Thanks Rebecca! Up until a few years ago, brown was my go to color of choice!! But yes, even with all the pos of color right now sometimes it feels good to just coordinate!! Thanks for stopping by and the follow!
  
  xo, Kenya
  
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