Something simple

Sunday, and for my third post in three days, I thought I'd serve up something simple. Well, simple in my eyes, anyway. Yes, I may have a bit of pattern clashing going on, and a pop or two of bright yellow, but that's tame by my standards. Today's look is more classic than wow, more everyday than party, but sometimes we have to take a breather. This slight lull is giving me time to rally. For what, you may ask? Well more of that later...








Sunglasses by Quay Australia. Photography by Polly x






I'm not a huge consumer of magazines, but I do like to pick one up as a treat most months. Red, Elle, Grazia, and the occasional Vogue are all great for both fashion and features. This month's front cover of Good Housekeeping caught my eye, thanks to the fab shot of Mary Portas. Mary is a woman after my own heart. A great business woman, with huge verve and energy for her cause, be it reviving the high streets or rejuvenating charity shops, Mary is above all things a true style icon. The biggest compliment I've had recently is to have been likened to Mary by client when we were discussing fashion for the older woman. I was enthusing about my latest shopping coup, explaining how you can find absolute gems in all sorts of unexpected places on the high street. I was bubbling with details of my favourite charity shops in Cornwall, giving her hints and directions, hands flapping and gesticulating when she said "I know who you remind me of - Mary Portas!". I'm not usually very good at accepting compliments, as they often fly past me as if they must be aimed at someone else. This time however I managed to capture it and respond with a "thank-you".

So there we go. I've survived my three day, self-imposed, madness of daily posting. Yes, I know of bloggers who somehow manage to post almost every day of the week, but I'm not them. This weekend was the exception, but it has been fun, none the less. Wednesday will bring a very unique post to the blog, something that by its very nature can only be a one off. Expect a whole lot of imagery. I'd love to tell you more, but don't want to spoil the surprise.

Jacket is old, by Zara. Trousers are Topshop from their summer sale (final reduction here). Top is old, by H&M. Shoes are old, by Topshop. Pendant is Vivienne Westwood (sim). Rings are charity shopped. Watch is by Michael Kors. Sunglasses by Quay Australia (these are nice). Candy bag by Furla.

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

Anna x

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18 comments

  1. That is a lovely compliment and much deserved. I've enjoyed the things I've seen M P in. I really like the POP of yellow against the black and white. That photo of Polly reflected in your sunglasses is brilliant!
    I'm being terribly lazy this morning and only just woken up!

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    1. I thought the yellow was a great ploy against the black and white too, Kezzie. And yes, the Polly shot was a gem, wasn't it? Post holiday exhaustion is setting in then? I always feel you need a holiday to get over your holiday. Have a lovely week x
      Anna

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  2. I like your black & white outfit with the pops of yellow and the pretty necklace! That bag is just fantastic! And the pattern mixing is great!

    Happy Sunday!

    Andrea
    Andrea’s Wellness Notes

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    1. Thanks Andrea. I love this necklace, but always seem to forget about it once I've packed it up in its little pouch again. And hey, you know me and pattern mixing it - I just can't seem to help myself x
      Have a great week!
      Anna

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  3. Since I just did a series on yellow shoes because I love them---then of course I'm going to say that I'm in love with this outfit!!
    Fabulous as usual Anna!!
    jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. I thought this might go down well with you Jodie. Yellow shoes are such a great splash of colour aren't they? Glad you like this latest ensemble x
      Anna

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  4. I laughed at your idea of "something simple"... this is many people's idea of something bold!
    As you rightly said though...it's your idea of simplicity.
    Only 3 colours (okay, 4 if you include your necklace) and only two patterns (well, 3 if you include your glasses) and just a smidgen of accessorising :oP
    Another great look Anna!
    XXX
    Samantha
    www.fakefabulous.com

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    1. And now you've made me laugh too Samantha! Yes, it's all relative isn't it? My baseline is probably pretty OTT at the best of times I suppose, but that's probably what's drawing the readers in.
      Have a great week x
      Anna

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  5. Those pants are fabulous and I love the way you styled them. Also exquisite fit Anna! xo Sabina

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    1. So kind of you to give me all of these lovely compliments Sabina. Thanks for dropping by x
      Anna

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  6. Ah, of course the pendant is Vivienne Westwood - I kept thinking of Monty Python's "Holy Hand Grenade of Antioch", ha ha! Love this black and white with the pops of yellow - so fun.

    Daily posting is...hard. Some days I think I'll change to once a week, but then I think I'd miss recording all of my outfits. I really do post 99% of everything I wear.

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    1. Sheila, I honestly couldn't keep up that fantic pace - I don't know how you find the time to do it, considering all your other activities outside of work. Great job!
      Have a good week x
      Anna

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  7. This looks is so lovely! It's an everyday look indeed but a very very chic one. Love the adding of yellow to the b&w combo, always loved the color combo of those three! Also love that you always mix patterns in such a clever way, with the top breaking it off! So stylish as always! Xx

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    1. Golly, such a lot of lovely compliments! I really appreciate these, especially coming from you guys. Pattern mixing is great fun and always adds that little extra personality to an outfit I think. In fact, a day without pattern is more challenging for me to deal with. Thanks for dropping by x
      Anna

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  8. I don't know how daily bloggers do it either to be honest. Couple of weeks ago I blogged 5 days in a row and that was hard just for one week!
    Those trousers are fab! And I like the so called 'parred down' look from you Anna. You look just as fun and well turned out as any other day.
    And hurrah for Mary Portas - I'm a fan of hers too so what an ace compliment you were given.
    Great specs shot with the reflection.

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  9. Simply beautiful! Lovely outfit!

    http://chicglamstyle.com

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  10. Your pattern mixing continues to delight and amaze. The sun glasses match perfectly. What are the odds of that????

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  11. Your pattern mixing continues to delight and amaze. The sun glasses match perfectly. What are the odds of that????

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