7 #OOTDs for the Week: How to Make Matching Sets Work

Libby MacCarthy
Oct 05, 2015

With mixed patterns having gained so much momentum in the fashion world, we were a little taken by surprise by the wave of matchy-matchy looks popping up on the streets of the globe’s most stylish cities. From fall favorites like plaid to psychedelic florals and straight up monochromatic ensembles, it looks like coordination is now the name of the game. But be warned — these aren’t your grandmother’s matching sets. Style still reins supreme, and a simple cardi + cami combo isn’t going to cut it. To master this not-so-new trend, take note from these 7 #OOTDs.

1. @zanitazanita: What happens when you mix chic disco-era silhouettes and exotic prints with an autumnal twist? An elevated matching set that will put even the most fashion-forward ensemble to shame. (via @zanitazanita)

2. @valerie_dittner: If hardcore matching seems like a bit much, consider combining multiple shades of the same color to achieve a cohesive look with lots of dimension. Bonus points for complementary accessories, like Valerie’s gilded heels and furry purple poof. (via @valerie_dittner)

3. @stylebyada: Ada takes a less-is-more approach to the whole matching thing by opting for sleek separates in earthy green hues. Looking for a way to ease into the monochromatic trend? This is it. (via @stylebyada)

4. @lapetiteanglaise: We’re pretty big fans of plaid, especially for fall, which is why we’re totally swooning over this bold getup. Pointed-toe boots and a leather pleated skirt help balance out the rustic feel of the ensemble, while also imparting an undeniable It-girl edge. (via @lapetiteanglaise)

5. @valentinasiragusa: If turning a few heads is on your agenda, then a head-to-toe print is the way to go. For a more classic, sophisticated feel, stick with a palette of black and white. (via @valentinasiragusa)

6. @naomirowland: The workweek is the perfect time to test drive matching sets. Swap in funky patterns and prints for your traditional suiting separates to really shake up your sartorial routine. This mod look packs plenty of personality and polish. (via @naomirowland)

7. @natashandlovu: Now this is one pairing we can definitely get behind. A cozy sweater and matching knit skirt are ideal for a little weekend lounging, but will also rack up the style points when your agenda is packed. (via @natashandlovu)

What Insta style stars do you follow? Do you do an #ootd on the regular? Tell us in the comments below, and be sure to tag your pics with @britandco for a chance to be featured in next week’s post.

3 Stylish Ways to Nail The Perfect Shirt Tuck

With the ever-increasing popularity of the high-waisted jean, it’s no wonder fashion girls want to show off their flattering contours by testing out every creative way to tuck in their tops. But even those that have masted the trend need a little guidance every now and then. So, as per usual, we’re here to help. Scroll on to learn a few simple tricks for conquering the cute tuck and seriously upping your personal 2018 style game.

The Front Tuck: Perhaps the most difficult to tackle, the front tuck is best achieved by tucking in your top completely and then untucking everything *except* the front quarter — about midway between your first and second belt loop from the front. This is a great way of highlighting a special belt buckle or embroidery or denim embellishments. Try this method with anything from a simple tank to a bulky (and oh-so-cozy) cable-knit sweater. There’s really nothing you can’t front tuck.

The Half-Tuck: Probably the most lazy-girl-inspired of the tucks, the half-tuck looks relaxed yet intentional and is pretty much just an all-around dope decision. As with the first method, tuck in your shirt completely before pulling out just a front eighth. Clearly, this looks works best with button-up blouses and more structured tops, but we challenge you to try anything! Pair with a cardigan or blazer to pull off a perfect blend of professional with a dash of messy.

The Full Tuck: We know, we know, it seems simple but somehow it doesn’t always feel simple to integrate into your outfit. Tuck your top tightly into whatever you’re sporting — be it a pencil skirt, trousers, or skinny 501’s — and then lift your arms up and hop on one leg. JK! But seriously, imagine you’re seeing Queen Bey slay the stage and she’s just asked you to put your hands in the air and then voilà, perfect full tuck look achieved!

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The Most Confusing Detail Of Rachel Zegler's "Awkward" 'Snow White' Costume, Explained

The internet has a lot of thoughts about Rachel Zegler's Snow White costume. After set pictures first leaked on the internet, people had called the live-action adaptation "awkward,""weird looking," and just straight up "bad," but recently, I've seen some questions surrounding the actual construction of the dress we're all so familiar with. And since I'm a costume history nerd, I decided to break it down for you — especially since one addition to Rachel Zegler's outfit is arguably more historically accurate than the cartoon.

Here are some of the details in Rachel Zegler's Snow White costume, explained.

Snow White's costume is inspired by 1500s Germany.

Disney's Snow White has two main influences: the 1930s, when the original cartoon was released, and 1500s Germany, where the story is set. When you look at the film in that context, you can see just how much Snow White's design is influence by both periods, like her short, curly bob, which was very popular among younger girls in the 1930s (hello Shirley Temple!).

However, there's one costume detail that has confused a lot of viewers in the past: Snow White's collar. I'm one of those confused viewers, and remember watching the movie as a child and wondering what the purpose of her collar was! Well, after taking fashion history in college and doing a little bit of research, I've finally got an answer.

@historybylynny The partlet. Fashion accessory from the 25th and 16th century. #renaissancehistory#renaissancefashion#medievalhistory#fashionhistory#history#greenscreen♬ original sound - History By Lynny

Snow White's costume seems to incorporate the classic 16th century partlet, which was a lightweight garment without sleeves that women wore with their bodices. Fashion historians agree that partlets were probably used for both warmth and modesty since dresses were fairly low-cut for the period.

However, you can see that Snow White's doesn't cover her chest at all, so the Disney interpretation really seems to be more of a decoration — just like her puffed sleeves!

And the sleeves in Rachel Zegler's outfit are more historically accurate than the original movie!

It was common during this period for sleeves to feature slashing, "deliberate cutting of fabric for decorative effect" (via FIT), and its miniature version, which was called pinking. And the new Snow White design features something the original doesn't: long sleeves!

Even though some viewers admit they're not a fan of the new sleeves, FIT reports German women preferred "narrow sleeves, often with gaps where their chemises would be puffed out," so it could be argued that the live-action Snow White is more historically accurate than the cartoon. And that's one detail I never expected from this live-action adaptation.

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You Can Now Hire an Instagram Husband (Or Wife!) Just in Time for NYFW

Sometimes, you get dressed and you want the whole world to see your super on-point outfit — not just those you come across on your commute. However, a simple selfie might not capture your whole look, and a mirror pic might not do the trick, either. That’s where an Instagram Husband or Wife (or, y’know, partner, for those of us who are non-binary) comes in — they’ll take a full-length picture for you to post across all your social media platforms to rack up all the likes you truly deserve. And now, for a limited time (September 7-15, to be exact), you can hire your very own Instagram Husband or Wife from Task Rabbit!

Task Rabbit is a service that allows you to hire people to do all the chores you don’t want to do — pick up your laundry, move your office supplies from your old building to the new one, hang your shelves and more. But this Fashion Week, they’ve gotten super creative with their offerings and have decided that what we all really need is some help taking #OOTD photos — and how can we argue with that? Your Instagram Husband or Wife will take photos for you, carry around extra clothes (and who knows, maybe even a Tide pen, just in case), edit photos for your liking and even press “Share” if you’re too busy to do it yourself. What a dream.

If you want to take advantage of this special offer, you’ll have to do it soon — Instagram Spouses are only available from September 7 through 15, and you know you wanna give this no-commitment relationship a shot.

What do you think of this deal? Let us know @BritandCo!

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Olivia Culpo & Christian McCaffrey Just Made The Sweetest Pregnancy Announcement!

Yay — Olivia Culpo just announced she's pregnant with her first baby! She and her husband Christian McCaffrey have been married for almost a year, so we think the timing's perfect. Like Suki Waterhouse and Robert Pattinson (everyone's fave modern mom and dad), the couple kept their parenting news hidden from the world until they felt ready to share their journey. And boy did they make a grand announcement we can't stop gushing over!

Scroll to learn everything we know about Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey's darling baby news!

When did Olivia Culpo share her pregnancy announcement?

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Today! The model posted beautiful photos of her cradling her baby bump while wearing a flowing, pleated dress. She looks like the picture of perfection in both images, signaling her contentment with carrying her first child. And her caption? It captures a short and sweet look at how she's feeling: "next chapter, motherhood 🤍."

Her sisters, Aurora Culpo and Sophia Culpo quickly left comments that sum up auntie energy. While Aurora said, "😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭im so happy ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ cant wait to spoil him/her forever!!!!!," Sophia wrote, "Counting down the days!!!!!🥹🥹🥹." 👀

Jessie James Decker even left a congratulatory comment! "Olivia!!!! I am soooo happy for you and @christianmccaffrey 🥹🥹🥹🥹!!! You’re going to be an amazing mama 😍 😍😍😍😍 soooo happy."

We wonder how long they've known Olivia's pregnant 👀.

Did Christian McCaffrey share his own announcement? 

It doesn't look like he personally posted this adorable reel of he and Olivia's baby news, but we still think he deserves a "Husband of the Year" award for letting it be on his Instagram page. We're not setting the bar low; we just think it's admirable when partners are equally excited about expanding their families!

Have Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey shared a due date?

Olivia and Christian haven't shared a due date just yet, but it's highly likely their sweet baby will be born this year!

How long have she and Christian McCaffrey been married? 

Olivia and Christian traded "I Dos" June 29, 2024 according to Vogue. They had a beautiful New England wedding at Ocean house and were surrounded by the love of the people closest to them. Of a funny moment involving Christian during their nuptials, Olivia gushed how much she loved his excitement. "As a bride, there’s no better feeling than your husband not being able to wait a second longer to marry you."

Prior to getting married, the couple's relationship was the result of a "blind date" orchestrated by someone they knew. Olivia said things went so well that they were basically "inseparable" from that point forward!

We can't wait to see if they'll share more news with us so stay tuned for updates!

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Every Movie & TV Show You Can See Your Fave 'Yellowstone' Cast Members In

Yellowstone captured the hearts of millions of viewers ever since the Taylor Sheridan show debuted on Paramount in 2018. The hit drama follows the Dutton family as they fight to protect their sprawling Montana ranch from land developers, political forces, and internal family struggles.

The cast features certain big names like Kevin Costner, who won the Gloden Globe for best performance by an actor in a television series drama in 2023, as well as some relatively new stars.

If you can't get enough of Yellowstone, here's where else you can watch your favorite cast members on the big screen.

Scroll to see where else you can watch your fave Yellowstonecast members!

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Kevin Costner

Starring as John Dutton, the powerful patriarch of the Dutton family, Kevin Costner is the largest star in the series. But his acting career actually started back in 1981, and since securing two Academy Awards for Dances With Wolves in 1991, he's accumulated an impressive resume.

He's best known for playing iconic characters like Ray Kinsella in Field of Dreams, Crash Davis in Bull Durham, and Frank Framer in The Bodyguard. Additionally, he delivered a standout performance as Sonny Weaver Jr. in Draft Day, Larry Bloom in Molly's Game, and Al Harrison in Hidden Figures.

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Kelly Reilly

Prior to taking on the fierce role of Beth Dutton in Yellowstone, Kelly Reilly had already built a lofty film and television career. She acted in Pride & Prejudice, Citizen Gangster, and Eden Lake, as well as starred as Mary in Sherlock Holmes and its sequel.

On television, she's showcased her talent in a range of roles, from the crime drama Above Suspicion to the psychological medical series Black Box.

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Luke Grimes

Luke Grimes is from Ohio and made his acting debut in 2006 after landing a role in All the Boys Love Mandy Lane, and he's gone on to appear in both film and television hits.

In American Sniper, he portrayed Navy SEAL Marc Lee, and in the Fifty Shades of Grey franchise, he played Christian Grey's brother, Elliot. As for TV roles, he's known for his performance as James on True Blood and Ryan Lafferty on Brothers & Sisters.

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Cole Hauser

You might best know Cole Hauser as the tough and loyal Rip Wheeler on Yellowstone, but his acting career began during the early 1990s.

He made his film debut in 1992 with Frame-Up II: The Cover-Up before landing roles in cult classics like Dazed and Confused and Good Will Hunting. Later, he was in action-packed films such as 2 Fast 2 Furious and The Last Champion.

Cole has had a commendable television presence, too, portraying Charlie Siringo in The Lizzie Borden Chronicles, a limited drama series, and Ethan Jelly in Rogue, a police drama.

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Kelsey Asbille

Kelsey Asbille has definitely made a name for herself on television. Before her most recent role as Monica Dutton, she first gained recognition as Gigi on One Tree Hill, who she played from 2005 to 2009.

After that, she starred as Mikayla Makoola on Disney XD's Pair of Kings and later took on the role of Tracy Stewart in Teen Wolf and Swanee Capps in Fargo.

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Wes Bentley

Wes Bentley broke into the acting scene after scoring a role in the short Serendipity Lane in 1995. Then, his haunting performance in American Beauty gained him widespread recognition, and he later appeared in films such as Ghost Rider, The Hunger Games, and We Are Your Friends.

In 2014, he ventured into television, portraying Edward Mordrake in American Horror Story: Freak Show and returned for multiple seasons to play different characters. Finally, alongside Yellowstone, Wes voiced Niander Wallace Jr. in Blade Runner: Black Lotus.

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Jefferson White

Iowa native Jefferson White is best known for his role as Jimmy Hurdstram, the Yellowstone Ranch worker. His acting career started just over a decade ago after he got a small role in 2014 on The Americans.

Jefferson proceeded to play Cole on Manhattan that same year and has quickly built up his resume ever since. He's appeared in shows like How to Get Away With Murder, The Bite, and Blindspot.

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