Last year, this year.

If you're a long term follower you may well remember this jumpsuit from last summer. I wore it to an opening night party at the gallery see here. This year I've drafted in a whole lot of long gowns for my partying and therefore this has been demoted from posh to everyday. I'm sure this is what we all do isn't it? The dress that starts out being for a special occasion, once the event is over can't keep it's place at the top of the heap forever, can it? Granted, if it's all sparkle and sequins, then it may always remain as evening wear, but aside from those, I'm always happy to demote so that I can get the wear out of it.











To change things up I've added some different accessories, namely this colourful beaded belt which I'm wearing with the clasp at the back to give the rear view a bit of interest. While we're on the subject of rear views, I just have to say how unflattering this jumpsuit is in that department. Let's see, I hear you cry, but no! A woman has to have some pride, please. Suffice to say that I appear to have yards of arse in this ensemble (sorry if that was a bit coarse). If I'd know how this area was not to be highlighted I wouldn't have drawn attention to it by adding this back to front belt. Hey ho, the deed is done. The daytime debut of the jumpsuit was warmly received with lots of compliments on the fabulous cut and print. Early on in the morning I started off wearing my black and white floral jacket too, but it was soon warm enough to dispense with the extra layer. The other difference I introduced this time is the accent colour of turquoise which seems to work well against the russet tone. Last year, this year, I think the styling works well with both, but I prefer this latest version. What do you think?

Jumpsuit is from F&F at Tesco (this one is nice), jacket from Zara (I like this new version), shoes from New Look(similar), handbag charity shopped, sunglasses from Quay Australia, belt by Tu at Sainsbury (sold out) and my jewellery is old/charity shopped.

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Sammy of Bargain Baglady 

Anna x

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  1. I really love the way you've made your jumpsuit! :)

    It pops so much and how you've broken it down clashing the jacket print.

    Sammy | Bargainbaglady.com X (Ps: I have just started a link-up I think you would love, hope to see you there)

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    1. Hey Sammy, I've linked up straight away to your new party, so thanks for that! I'm delighted that you like this jumpsuit with the cheeky addition of the jacket. Print clashing is very much my thing - I can't get enough of it. Have a great week x
      Anna

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  2. Such a fabulous jumpsuit - I love the colors & print SO much! And it fits you perfectly! I've been trying on some jumpsuit lately, and they've looked just wrong!

    I love the accessories you chose, too! And, yes, it's fun to demote a piece of "special occasion" clothing to everyday wear! It's sad when we don't actually and hardly wear those beautiful pieces...

    Andrea
    Andrea’s Wellness Notes

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    1. I'm gradually gathering a few jumpsuits together and do find them really useful when you can't seem to find the right separates. I hope you manage to come across one that's right for you too. I'm over that whole "keeping it for best" that we were brought up with. Let's wear it and love it! Have a good week x
      Anna

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  3. I love everything about this combination. The addition of the jacket came as a lovely surprise as I read through the post, the pattern mixing works so well. The pairing of complementary colours of orangey red with aqua is the icing on the cake.
    Tessa

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    1. It's so nice to hear from you. Thank you for your kind compliments too. This outfit has had a huge response on my Instagram feed which is really satisfying. I love to mix my patterns, do you? Thanks again x
      Anna

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    2. I mainly co-ordinate colours with one pattern somewhere but I am learning fast about pattern mixing from your blog, thanks xx

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  4. Anna---this is so lovely!!
    I have a belt like that and have never thought to turn it around so the buckle is in back---thanks for that inspiration!!
    This is such a statement piece and you wear it perfectly!!
    jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Jodie I remember you saying about this belt the last time I wore it. Glad it's given you a new idea to play with and I'll look forward to seeing you feature that on your blog. Are you a jumpsuit girl?
      Have a lovely week x
      Anna

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  5. LOVE this jumpsuit, so stylish with the vibrant orange and the pattern. It looks so lovely on you! And love that you mixed it with a colorful necklace too, makes both of the colors pop perfectly! Xx

    www.thefashionfolks.com

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    1. Great to have your feedback. These colours do sing together don't they? The belt is what inspired the look really, and I'm delighted at how well it worked out. Thanks for dropping by x
      Anna

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  6. OMG, will you look at YOU, Ms. Thang! Despite the lack of arse (hee), this is a killer jumpsuit on you. The turquoise really pops off the orange (one of my favourite combos), and I love the back-to-front belt with it. A bright red would also complement this colour scheme. Love!

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    1. Ah Sheila, so kind to give me your vote of approval. It wasn't so much the lack of it, it was more that it seemed to stretch from waist to knees and all the way across from East to West as well! Red would indeed work well but I don't seem to have much in that colour yet. See ya!
      Anna x

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  7. I love this jumpsuit and it looks fab on you! I love it with the turquoise beads and the belt and bag are just perfect with it. Love the black and white top as contrast, too.

    Yes, I'm downgrading 'posh' going out clothes to everyday wear as much as I can - it's a slow process though.....

    xxxx

    Have a great week

    Veronica
    vronni60s.blogspot.com

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    1. Hello lovely Veronica, so good to hear from you (my fault I fear!) Anyway, thanks for all your generous compliments. Good for you that you're downgrading the posh clothes. It's a shame to let them lie neglected when we can be gadding about in them. Have a great week too x
      Anna

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  8. Woweeee you rock that gorgeous jumpsuit!!

    I’m excited to start a two-peat collaboration with Los Angeles-based brand TOBI this week at the blog via a sexy outfit – come check it out & lemme know what you think!

    Happy Thursday!

    Rebecca
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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    1. Gosh, thanks Rebecca! I'll pop over to see what you're up to anon. Have a great weekend x
      Anna

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  9. Love this bold print on you Anna, and the wedges.. kind of giving it a 70s vibe. The orange looks wonderful on you and I have gravitated to this color more over the year.
    The black white and orange a perfect conglomeration!
    Thanks for linking up with turning heads tuesday
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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    1. We are of similar colouring Jess, and I know that this would really look fab on you. Have I seen a jumpsuit on your blog? I can't seem to recall one. Anyway, thanks to you for the party (also for the compliments) and I look forward to hooking up with you again next week x
      Anna

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  10. How did I miss this stunning piece on my weekly shop? I love it, and now I'm going to try finding it. I'm still searching for those gorgeous ankle boots from last year too x
    www.vanityandmestyle.com

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    1. I really think that this must have been a sell-out piece and I was just lucky enought to be in the store at the right time Laurie. Best wishes with your search, keep trawling eBay and you never know! Lovely to hear from you x
      Anna

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  11. How did I miss this stunning piece on my weekly shop? I love it, and now I'm going to try finding it. I'm still searching for those gorgeous ankle boots from last year too x
    www.vanityandmestyle.com

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    1. Have you searched on eBay Laurie? My friend from Portugal bought this too after seeing it the first time around. I love the ease of a jumpsuit, just a few accessories and you're good to go.
      Anna x

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  12. I'm rather fond of this interpretation myself, Anna. There's added textural as well as visual interest. And I think the demoting of a seemingly special occasion outfit is the only way I could justify purchasing it to begin with, you know? I feel that I can somewhat assuage the guilt (and rationalise the price tag) knowing it shan't be relegated to the wear-once-only pile!! And those little pops of turquoise are absolutely divine.

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    1. My sentiments exactly Sheela. I could never buy a once only piece and if they do end up that way, then it's off they go to be sold or given away to charity, as I don't have wardrobe space for something that's not working hard for me. Glad you like this anyway and thanks for dropping by - so good to have your input x
      Anna

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  13. The jumpsuit is fantastic on you! Wonderful turquoise jewels and belt... beautiful combination of colours...You should wear the jumpsuit often!

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    1. Thank you Dan, and you're right I really should wear this more often. I have another jumpsuit that needs to come out of mothballs too as it's equally pretty. Thanks for the compliments, so kind!
      Anna x

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  14. This jumpsuit is thrilling! The print and red-orange color are the epitome of summer fashion. Your look smashing Anna!

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    1. I'm amazed at the response this got on my Instagram feed too Marilee. Good old Tesco's really did a great job with this pattern and design I'd say. Thank you for your vote of approval x
      Anna

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  15. This jumpsuit is thrilling! The print and red-orange color are the epitome of summer fashion. Your look smashing Anna!

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