I hope that you've got the measure of me by now. I love my clothes, I gush, I enthuse, and I'd like to think that's why you keep coming back for more. Today's offering was from last week when the sun still was like me, making an effort to impress. The big sky during my lunch break was an amazing sight. See it at the end of the feature or scroll down now if you can't wait. Anyway, joy is indeed a jumpsuit and this one was from the H&M sale last summer. I wore it the first time around for an exhibition evening see here, and yes it's pretty much a repeat showing, but worth it none the less, I think.
I wafted about feeling rather lovely in my jumpsuit, while the sun shone, the sea sparkled and the islands looked idyllic. Giddy with the sheer excitement of being alive, I smiled at the wonder of how the weather could transform and uplift us all. These perfect days are to be locked away in our memory banks, fodder for the long winter ahead when the sky will turn the sea to gunmetal rather than the brilliant blue of today.
But for the moment, all is bliss. We are becalmed, and I for one, am joyful in my jumpsuit.
A note to any new readers. These beautiful islands where I live are the Isles of Scilly which are part of Cornwall in the UK, not to be confused with the island of Sicily which is, of course, part of Italy. On a day like this, the islands here could pass for somewhere much more exotic, but in fact they lie some 28 miles off the Southwest of England where they are bathed in the warm wash of the Gulf Stream. The five inhabited islands are part of a larger archipelago comprising of over 140 uninhabited islands which are a draw for tourists who want to experience a slower, more relaxed pace of life. For them the most important decision of the day is what boat to catch to which island. For all you need to know about coming to stay click here.
Outfit details are - jumpsuit H&M (old), shoes Dune, shrug thrifted, necklace and rings old, sunglasses are by Quay Australia (these are similar and are on offer too) and bracelet in green amethyst is from Morocco.
Anna x
Ohhhh, such a fabulous outfit!, lovely jumpsuit, amazing colors, beautiful accessories, and you look so gorgeous in the sun!!!
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besos
Monica thank you for dropping by and thanks so much for all of these wonderful compliments. I'm so happy to hear that I put a smile on your face - what a great thing to say, thanks x
DeleteAnna
That is most definitely a 'wafting about' kind of jumpsuit! Absolutely gorgeous. I love the shrug and your accessories which all match beautifully.
ReplyDeleteThe sky and sea are wonderful there.
My friend is off to Penzance this weekend for a spot of charity shopping, too! I must get to them one day as well....
Have a good week
Veronica
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Thanks for your vote of approval Veronica. Some things you waft in, some things you swish and other times is more of a shashay. Today was a lovely wafting day. Am glad you appreciate the refinements of this too. I hope you do make it to Scilly one day and we can have an island meet up x
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It is interesting the transformative powers of our clothing.
ReplyDeleteLove that jumpsuit and your necklace.
That shot of the sky is spectacular.
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Suzanne
I agree Suzanne. I'm sure you could be doing a great write up on the magical powers of clothing - right up your street surely? Glad you like this, and bet you'd look fab in it. Have a great week x
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We should all gush about our clothing---since we have to wear something, it should be gush worthy, I think!!
ReplyDeleteAnd this jumpsuit fits the bill perfectly!!
jodie
www.jtouchofstyle.com
You're so right Jodie! It's our daily mission to dress in something gush worthy isn't it? Thanks for dropping by again x
DeleteAnna
I so agree with both of you! Tomorrow's post is about a "just-good-enough" item I bought last year on final sale and how I realized we shouldn't settle... Rather, all clothes should be things we LOVE!
DeleteI'm so pleased you agree. Just good enough, settling, it's ok, well none of these are part of my vocabulary with regards to my clothes. Spark joy is the phrase - if it doesn't then it's not worth the storage space! Will swing by to have a read of that upcoming post Andrea x
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The jumpsuit is beautiful! And you styled it perfectly (LOVE the shrug, necklace & rings!) and look absolutely amazing!
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So kind of you Andrea. I swear if you feel great in something, that feeling will translate into looking great too. Have a lovely day x
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Following your comments on both my green culottes and my yellow blazer, this jumpsuit perfectly exemplifies why you're my fashion idol, Anna! You are unabashedly in love with what you wear. I'm much more mercurial, moody, sometimes in a love/hate with my body and my clothes. I strive to be more, but I'm often not.
ReplyDeleteBut enough about me, YOU, in this jumpsuit. Just...wow. Although, was it not a pain to pee in? It looks like you'd have to take the cardigan off, and undo the ties at the back...that looks far too annoying for me.
High praise indeed from my favourite fashionista! Loving your outfit means you're well on the way to loving yourself too. And I don't mean that in a narcisstic way, just a joyful way. I too, want to be the best me I can be, and wearing clothes I love helps me be more loving and kind to others as I'm not dissatisfied with myself.
DeleteAnd the peeing is made much easier by the side zip. Yes, the cardi has to come off, but hey I was gonna get hot anyway x
Anna
I love this very much, the colors are so vibrant, and that chartreusse looks amazing on you. I love the addition of your blue accessories, so complimentary! I would love a jumpsuit, but since I am tall over 5 foot 9, the ones I have tried have given me a wedgie, not a flattering site, I need a longer one!
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thanks for linking up with turning heads tuesdsay
jess
www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Dearest Jess, thank you so much for all of your lovely compliments. At last, a reason not to wish to be taller! That idea of a wedgie is not appealing, you're right. Wishing you a fab weekend too x
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Anna, this jumpsuit is FABULOUS! I can understand how you feel "rather lovely" wafting around in it on such a beautiful day. You look gorgeous and I love the way you've teamed it with the olive wrap cardigan (I love them too and have a few. They're so useful.) Thank you for giving some insight into where you live. I looked up the link - what a beautiful, interesting part of the UK. And you have puffins! Have a fabulous weekend, enjoying (I hope) more stunning skies. xx
ReplyDeleteDear Elizabeth, I'm so glad you like this ensemble. And I'm also very pleased that you took a look at the islands to find out a bit more. The isles are tiny, but are brimming with all sorts of bird and marine life never mind being so beautiful to visit. Wishing you a wonderful weekend too x
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