#Ping Pong Post 4

Welcome to the fourth instalment of Ping Pong Post. For any new readers you can chart the progress of this feature back to the start here. This months challenge has been thrown down by Ann of Kremb de la Kremb fame and I have to say it has been the most difficult one for me so far. And yet when the dress arrived I fell in love with it. The white flowered voile looks so utterly romantic, don't you think?




I was pretty confident that I could style this up in a flash. The fact was, it took me three attempts to find a look worth photographing. But hey, let's gloss over that for a moment and move on to the vision that is Samantha of Fake Fabulous



Samantha picked up on that romantic feel too and wears the dress very demurely. I think she could be giving a bit of a modern spin on Downton Abbey. I had hoped that she would invite me over for afternoon tea and a glass of bubbly too, but no luck. The gorgeous hat really sets the whole look off making it feel very authentic for that period. Samantha has kept the palette to white and neutral which adds to the understated look. Very classy Samantha! And yet a cheeky little flash of thigh ensures a youthful vibe too. 

Follow Samantha on Instagram here.

Samantha's details are -
Dress: Ann's...from forever21
Slip: M&S
Hat: old
Shoes: Clarks
Nails: BarryM
Toes: Mavala
Necklaces: Various gifts and vintage pieces
Belt: Topshop
Glasses: Vogue



Ann opts for the other end of the dressing up spectrum with a beach babe look. We can always rely on Ann to raise the temperature a notch or two with her sexy take on these challenges, and hey who can blame her? If you've got it, flaunt it! Ann's theme of black and white works so well with her dark hair and sunkissed skin. I think I would love to have some of those shell anklets for my next beach day too. Perhaps you can pop some in the post Ann?

Follow Ann on Instagram here.

Ann's details
White Maxi Dress--Forever 21
Leopard Bikini--ASOS
Jean Shorts--Paige Denim
Puka Shell Anklets--Puka Beach, Boracay
Turkish Towel--Bowl and Pitcher
Sun Hat--Forever 21
Sunglasses--Target
Beach Bag--Bali





As you can see my take on the dress is a bit of a half-way house between the other two. Yes, it lends itself to a beach setting, but I had the same idea as Samantha with the short dress too. Initially I had tried this with a white linen maxi dress underneath, but it looked like I was heading for my boudoir! My next effort was with white linen trousers and an orange vest top, but somehow that seems to detract from the sheer effect of the overshirt. Finally I decided to try this floaty little beach dress in pastel hues of pink, tangerine and lemon. A matching necklace plus an armful of golden bangles all finished off with my neutral sandals completed the look. Once again, I can honestly say this has been great fun to see how these other two fashion bloggers created their own outifts from this challenge, and I look forward to next month when we'll be back on Scilly soil with my next offering.

Details for me are
Overshirt: Ann's -  Forever 21
Dress: Florence and Fred
Sandals: Bertie
Necklace: Magpie and Butterfly
Sunglasses: Quay Australia
Bangles: charity shop
Gold/nude ring: Boots
Cream floral ring: charity shop.

Linking with
Catherine of Not Dressed As Lamb
Cherie of Style Nudge 


Anna x

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  1. That's so fun - I love all the different stylings of the outfits. They perfectly reflect each wearer! Love!

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    1. I think you're right Sheila. Our personalities are pretty much summed up in our styling. Hahaha I hadn't really seen it like that until you said it.
      Anna x

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  2. I love reading these ping pong post, I like to see how each one of you have styled the said item in different ways. I think you all look fabulous.
    Laurie x
    www.vanityandmestyle.com

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    1. This one was a bit difficult for me, but I'm pleased we all came up with something that was very much our own. Thanks for the comments and for taking the time to drop by x
      Anna

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  3. Everyone looks wonderful! I like the way you styled a short dress underneath it enhances the voile with out leaving you in your underwear and the little bursts of colour are lovely!

    I'm really enjoying the ping pong posts, Anna.

    XXXX

    Veronica
    vronni60s.blogspot.com

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    1. I'm really loving the Ping Pong Posts Veronica and am so pleased to hear that you are too. I like that even with this item we've all styled it so differently. Thanks for your input again x
      Anna

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  4. I really liked how you gave us a preview yesterday Anna!!
    My first reaction was to think of it as a kimono or duster---it seems so light and airy.
    But what you did is so fabulous!!
    jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Glad you enjoyed the sneaky peek yesterday. It was quite a challenge indeed, but I'm happy with the end result as I think we all were. So good to have your comments Jodie x
      Anna

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  5. I.think.it is so cool to see these three takes on it side by side. You all look really good.I like your take best as that's how I'd probably prefer to wear it!!x

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    1. Thanks Kezzie. I can't do anything other than be myself as I won't be comfortable in front of the camera and it will show in my face. Dressing to be myself is what I always do. Great to have your feedback x
      Anna

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  6. Wow you look divine in that dress!!

    Come check out how I welcomed Summer in a boho-inspired look - Happy Tuesday!

    Rebecca
    www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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    1. Hi Rebecca and thanks for the compliment. I love your fringed waistcoat and floral boho vibe this week - a great casual look x
      Anna

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  7. Nice photos! Beautiful outfit!

    http://chicglamstyle.com

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    1. Thanks for dropping by Rachel and for your lovely feedback x
      Anna

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  8. That's our Anna. Adding a burst of sunshine when we would least expect it. Lovely styling.

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    1. Dearest Connie, it's so lovely to have your positive comments. Have a great weekend x
      Anna

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  9. Lovely look!
    I`m following ur blog with a great pleasure!

    Please join me - http://sunnyeri.blogspot.com
    https://www.instagram.com/sunnyeri/

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    1. Hello Eri and thanks so much for joining me on the blog. I love the skirts you've created - very unusual and clever too!
      Anna x

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  10. lovely outfit!, I love how you've created a layered look, and also love how you've highlighted the sheer white fabric adding colors!, lovely short dress too!
    besos

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  11. As you know I love a splash of colour and couldn't resist in sprinkling these pastel hues around. Thanks so much for dropping by again. Have a good week!
    Anna x

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