Thanks for the comments, everyone! Lots of great feedback. It's been VERY interesting to read the varied opinions on the pattern mix in #1, I think I'll start a separate thread about it.
Airin, if I ever get a chance to visit Spain we'll have to arrange that
Sarah, how fun! What color? I haven't worn mine a lot yet but I am sure I'll get a lot of wear this fall (outfits so far).
Heather, I'll definitely give the gingham top a go with the red jeans and aqua cardigan, great idea! Though probably not at the same time ^^ I'm looking forward to seeing Mo's button-up+shorts outfit, too!
Khris, that would be my husband making the silly face in #2 He does it any time he's in the background of a photo, whether it's mine or someone random heh. That day my cat was also out trying to get into my outfit photos, too!
Jean, I love the term "colorful grunge"! That sounds just like what my weekend style has been moving towards.