Farewell to summer!

Much as it pains me to say it, I realise that it's probably time to admit that summer is nearly over now. This is my final nod to the dizzying days of twirling and laughter and general sun-induced madness that takes hold of me for a few short months of the year.

Hoping that the clouds will part.





This lovely handbag is from my dear friend Suzy who lives in New Zealand. It's an authentic bag from the South Island featuring pieces of Paua shell which are recognisable by their myriad of colours. 


Maybe I'll just give you one more twirl before we call it a day?






I've had such fun sharing my summer wardrobe with you all. The feedback and comments have been a great pleasure for me to read when I return to my blog at the end of a working day. I work hard and play hard, and it's so rewarding to share some of my memories with you knowing that you're enjoying them too. Autumn will bring changes again: Polly, my gorgeous photographer, will be leaving my employ as her contract finishes in a few weeks time. We're going to be busy capturing as many outfits as we can before she leaves me. I'm hoping that she will be able to stay on the island until November by which time I might have filled my draft box with lots of autumn offerings. We've already done a shoot for a December feature and we may even get a January one in the bag too before she heads off to the mainland. But the good news is that she plans to come back to work for me again next season - roll on March I say!

My dress is from H&M (many moons ago), shoes are charity shopped, both necklaces are by Charlie Dodge, watch is by Michael Kors, bangle and rings are charity shopped and sunglasses are by Quay Australia. Handbag as mentioned is from New Zealand.

Linking with 
Catherine of Not Dressed As Lamb


Thanks, Polly for doing such a great job x

Anna x

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  1. Brava to Polly - thank you for all the lovely pictures of our girl Anna! Anna, I have thoroughly enjoyed perusing your summer wardrobe for things I would steal, if only I lived closer. You have an exuberance about you, and you take such great pleasure in your clothes - I deeply admire it. I'm looking forward to what the new season will bring for all of us - autumn is such a nice fresh start.

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    1. Thank you so much Sheila, I so appreciate your support and comments. I will miss the bright days, the golden light, the warmth of summer, but most of all I will miss all my pattern-rich pieces, the flowing and flowery and heart-stopping lovelies that make up my summer wardrobe. Let's see what I can bring forth for autumn eh?
      Anna x

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  2. Thanks Polly for your brilliant photos and glad to hear you'll be back next year.
    I love that dress and the shoes go with it so well. Anna I am looking forward to your Autumn/ Winter posts while hoping for a bit more Indian Summer as well.
    I am enjoying following your blog. Seeing your ideas for outfits has got me moving eg pattern mixing and some new ideas of my own. lovely sunny day here so I am off now to choose an outfit and make the most a day out with friends at Great Dixter.
    Tessa xxx
    Tessa xx

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    1. Dear Tessa, you've no idea how happy you make me saying that the blog has inspired you to try out something new. Good for you! I think that magazines can be inspiring for some of us, but the personal touch of a blog can help to make new ideas more accessable, especially when showcased by someone nearer your own age. I'm delighted to have your feedback, thank you. I hope you had a great day out x
      Anna

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  3. You were so lucky to have your personal photographer all summer. Makes life as a blogger so much easier!

    I agree with Sheila, it is wonderful to see the joy your clothes bring to you. Living in moment is so freeing.

    bisous
    Suzanne

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    1. Golly I have been SO lucky to have Polly helping me with, not only the photography, but as a fashion and blog advisor too. Thanks for your comments, as well as the inspiration you give me. I'm easily pleased - set me free in a charity shop for half an hour and I'm happy as can be!
      Anna x

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  4. Lovely outfit Anna and you look fab! I think it's definitely farewell to summer - boo hoo.....

    Have a great weekend

    Veronica
    vronni60s.blogspot.com

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    1. It's all too sad isn't it Veronica? I hate the turn towards dark evenings and grey days. But, I'll make a brave effort at jollying along in my best togs. Thanks for your ongoing support. Have a lovely weekend too x
      Anna

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  5. Well at least Polly is returning---it's so nice to have help with the photography part of the blogging!!
    This dress is absolutely beautiful Anna!!
    But I think I should challenge you to wear it for the colder seasons!! I mean, I do the same thing too---think of an item for this season or that, but I'm trying to change my thinking!!
    jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Hahaha! Thank you for throwing down the gauntlet. I have no idea if I might be able to oblige as it's already packed away in a case under the bed - last weekend was my big changeover. I understand your logic though. A great idea. Thank you so much x
      Anna

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  6. Your blog truly does have a certain flavor of place and sentiment that is very unique Anna. Nobody twirls like you! That dress is SO pretty. The green background and floral pattern are really special and as usual it fits you beautifully.
    Thanks so much for sharing your lifestyle, your environment, and some culture as well as your summer frocks and all!! ( I love the word frock) I enjoy your postings and you very much Anna!

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  7. Your blog truly does have a certain flavor of place and sentiment that is very unique Anna. Nobody twirls like you! That dress is SO pretty. The green background and floral pattern are really special and as usual it fits you beautifully.
    Thanks so much for sharing your lifestyle, your environment, and some culture as well as your summer frocks and all!! ( I love the word frock) I enjoy your postings and you very much Anna!

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  8. Ah, Judy, so many lovely comments! I'm delighted to have you as one of my followers - it's so good to know that I'm hitting the right spot with you, and hopefully many others too. Frocks like this were the norm in my childhood days and it seems to strike a chord for this very reason I think. The blog is a snapshot of my life, and I'm happy to share these aspects with receptive readers like you x
    Anna

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  9. Oh well - like you I hate even thinking that summer is over - my favourite time of the year. Sorry about your photographer - we all know how difficult it is to find somebody, who would even consider taking photos. Good luck with finding somebody else :) . Your summer dress is beautiful and the shoes just fantastic. Have a great weekend - Margot :)

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    1. We humans are very good at adapting though Margot. Since writing this post I've packed all my summer clothes away and got the A/W ones out. Now that I've reached that point I feel much better. Also the colder weather has made me pleased to be a bit better wrapped up!
      Enjoy your weekend too x
      Anna

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  10. Beautiful dress Anna! Can Polly come to London?! What I wouldn't give to have a helper! X
    www.vanityandmestyle.com

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    1. Hahaha! Laurie, be careful what you wish for. Polly is heading up to the big smoke for a while this winter...
      Anna x

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