Winter turquoise

Turquoise isn't a winter colour as far as I'm concerned, but a couple of things have happened recently which have conspired to change my mind. First of all my sister Dianne sent me this wonderful little jacket which she bought from Jones New York whilst visiting the Big Apple a few years ago. And secondly, blogger Jacqueline from Petite Silver Vixen showcased her version of winter turquoise as seen here which blew my prejudices out of the water. I'd always packed away everything turquoise at the end of the summer as I thought it would look out of place in the darker months, but Jacqueline showed me that this pop of colour didn't look anything other than a breath of fresh air amidst the winter gloom.

The tweed skirt has stitchwork in the same colour as my lambswool sweater (lilac/cerise?) but it's so fine it's not showing up at all in these photos.

The cute handbag is by Hope and Benson. It features a gorgeous green velvet lining.


I couldn't resist this tights/skirt combo. 
Another blogging friend, Kezzie of KezzieAG is a huge brooch fan as seen here and I'm delighted to be able to share one of my few, but rather lovely brooches with her today. It's a Kenzo piece which I came across last year in a charity shop. I've waited so long to find the perfect moment for it's debut - I think it was worth waiting for.


Today there was finally a break in the weather giving me an opportunity to chose a jacket rather than a coat for work. Inspiration for my outfit every day has to start somewhere, so why not with this beautiful fine woollen zip up from Jones New York? Dianne took early retirement a couple of years ago meaning that she is gradually culling her now defunct working wardrobe, much to my benefit. I'm hoping that this will be the start of a trickle of pieces she can finally let go.

So with the theme being turquoise, and the jacket in place, then this skirt was an obvious choice. I've got quite of few of these Boden skirts which are a staple within my wardrobe. I love this tweed version with its giant hounds tooth check, the outline of which is stitched in pink thread, but I'm afraid my photography skills have been lacking in highlighting this feature. I thought about donning a pair of bright cobalt tights first of all, then as I rummaged around came across these ones which were too much of a temptation to ignore. Maybe too cliched for some, but I just love to introduce a bit of whimsy sometimes.

The other obvious I did avoid was my aqua cashmere polo neck that could have taken me back down the road to being overly conservative, so instead I've picked up this pink yarn in the form of my simple pure wool sweater. This was a charity shop find in the autumn and although the sleeves are a tad short, I remedy this by layering up with a thermal top of which I have many colours. Regular readers may well have expected to see this look finished off with my signature brogues, but I thought the green of the skirt lends itself beautifully to these kitten heels from Office - these came via eBay. My cute little handbag is by Hope and Benson and has a soft green velvet lining. With green leather gloves, a flowery scarf to add another print, and obligatory sunglasses to cut out the dazzling glare, I'm good to go!

Jacket: Jones New York. Skirt: Boden. Jumper: Compliments. Thermal long sleeve tee: M&S. Tights: Topshop. Shoes: Office. Brooch: Kenzo. Turquoise ring: old. Pink ring: gift. Scarf: charity shop. Handbag: Hope and Benson. Sunglasses: Quay Australia.

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  1. I think any colour can be worn anytime of the year really. It's nice to see some colour when it is grey outside.

    The outfit and your chosen accessories are wonderfully eclectic. I love that. The brooch is a real find.

    bisous
    Suzanne

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    1. The best part of blogging is when you have your boundaries stretched and now I've got to totally review my notions about colours relating to seasons. You're right, any colour ought to be worn at any time of year. My oh my, what a revelation!
      Anna

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  2. Oh I really love this skirt! It's such a fab colour combination. I know what you mean about turquoise, I very rarely wear it in winter either but you might have swung me as it looks great! XX

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    1. Yes, Lally it seems we need to review our colour options after all! Just one of the joys of fashion blogging - to open our eyes to all things new x
      Anna

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  3. Yes, yes yes!!! Turquoise is for life, not just for summer! It's my absolute favourite colour so I ADORE this outfit! The brooch is utterly gorgeous too! So pretty, detailed and unusual too! The tights are pretty incredible too!x

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    1. The funny thing is, Kezzie, that it's one of my favourites too, but cleary I have done it down terribly for all these years! Anyway, am putting that to rights from here on. And I'm so pleased you like the brooch - I hoped you would x
      Anna

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  4. Oh where to start with this plethora of delights, Anna! Love, love, LOVE everything here. First, thank you so much for the shout out. I'm very touched and how lovely you mention Kezzie, another of my blogging pals too. She does have a stunning brooch collection doesn't she?
    Then hurrah for your sister and her passing on that darling jacket which looks wonderful with the scarf. Then we have the sweater - lilac, cerise, magenta even - who cares! It's a wonderful counterpoint to the skirt and those amazing tights.
    Bravo for going for cobalt - they look fantastic with the other colours.
    Absolutely right to go for the kitten heels - they look perfect with the tights.
    All in all, a knockout ensemble, Anna, which lots of beautiful details which are all divine!
    No more packing away colours just because a season ends,eh? I think colour in winter becomes even more important to wear.

    http://petitesilvervixen.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. Jacqueline, thanks again for a lesson learnt about colourplay. You've opened my eyes to endless opportunties now which is so exciting. I'm going to drag out boxes of "summer" clothes and will have to review them as to whether colour rather than fabric has led them to be packed away x
      Anna

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  5. Tights!!!
    TIGHTS!!!
    T.I.G.H.T.S.!!!
    They have stolen the show for me, Stunning!!!!
    XXX
    Samantha
    Fake Fabulous

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  6. Cerise, turquoise and cobalt are an extavagantly vital trio of colours; and it's especially fitting that you, for whom the (sometimes) cobalt/turquoise sea plays such a major role in your life, should embrace them year round. But, I must say I'm feeling cheated at only hearing about, without being treated to, a glimpse of the velvet interior of your beautiful bag :)
    I love how the lenses of your sunglasses reflect all three colours, and more, in the final photo. Beautiful,
    Baci Sxx

    sarsaparillasal.blogspot.com

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    1. Sally it was only as I wrote that, that it occured to me too about a photo of the interior of the bag was lacking! Never fear, this is a regular of mine and will be featured next time I promise. And what joy having to wear sunglasses after weeks and weeks of rain x
      Anna

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  7. What do you mean you cant wear turquoise in the darker months? There are no rules for us over 50s!

    The outfit is gorgeous and as for that brooch what a fab find.

    I bet you cheered a few people in up in your colourful outfit today - more please!

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    1. This self imposed rule came, I think, from the fact that I felt I needed a tan to carry off turquoise. However, a bit more blusher has worked just as well! And the brooch was such an exciting find. I knew it would be perfect at some stage x
      Anna

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  8. You are so right: turquoise is definitely an all-year colour! I love that you went with the green shoes. I looked at them and thought, "Yes!" Brava! You have wonderful colour sense, Anna!

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    1. Thanks Sheila - such a compliment from a master of colour too! These shoes tend to disappear in the back of my closet then get forgotten, but today they called to me x
      Anna

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  9. Your outfit is so unique..I just love it! Turquoise is my favorite color, and those tights look so amazing as contrast to it! Love your style!!

    Valerie
    Fashion and Travel

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    1. Gosh, thank you Valerie for all these lovely comments. We bloggers can only do our own thing and hope someone likes it, so it's great to have such positive feedback x
      Anna

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  10. A breath of fresh air is RIGHT! Wonderful. You don't walk in those tights I suspect; you flit or skip. I love how you boldly paired them with this outfit. Right on! So bring on the colour! You are the best antidote for winter days, with the bonus of mentions of Kezzie and Jacqueline.

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    1. It's always to so good to hear from you, especially with this new departure today. Am feeling more at home after 6 months, finding my feet within the blogging community and loving it x
      Anna

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  11. Wow - that skirt, those tights and bag = all so fabulous in color! You look wonderful, xo

    -Patti
    http://notdeadyetstyle.com

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    1. Thanks so much Patti. Am off now to search for some boots like yours though!
      Anna x

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  12. It's a great year round color!! A very happy color. I love the pencil skirt on you too. Thanks for joining us on My Refined Style!

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    1. Thanks Jennifer, and thank you too for the link up party x
      Anna

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  13. Oh my gosh! Anna!!!! This is wonderful. You are a rainbow in winter. I am so pleased to meet you. The Isles of Scilly. What a beautiful magical place. Now I'm off to take a trip around your bloggy world.

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    1. Am so very pleased to meet you too! Welcome to the beautiful Isles of Scilly. See you again soon x
      Anna

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  14. I'm always fascinated with anyone who displays a deft hand in layering shades of one same colour, with ease and panache and clearly, Anna, you are one such person. I would've never thought to put all these pieces together, and I do feel that had I attempted this (even half of it), I'd probably resemble Cyndi Lauper on a really bad day. The sunnies and those tights. Brilliant.

    On the matter of brooches, I've recently discovered a great fondness for them and have been on the hunt for some decent vintage pieces. I haven't any I really fancy yet but Ruby Lane is my next destination.

    Anyway, what I really meant to write, Anna, is that you look really really lovely.

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    1. Sheela thanks for all the lovely compliments. I did have to chuckle at the Cyndi Lauper comment as she is in fact one of my style icons! In my formative years I yearned to be bold enough to copy her and think my sense of whimsy comes for her influence. The fact is we can re-invent ourselves every day through our clothes and that's what I love to do. Thanks again for dropping by x
      Anna

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