As suggested by...Judy

This monthly feature is a great way to say thank-you to a reader who's been in touch. I love to read your comments, to hear what you think about the outfit or to get your thoughts on whatever I've evoked or inspired you to say. Some readers prefer to be less on show and often send me a message by email. Judy has contacted me both ways and you'll see her comments under the name of Marilee in previous posts. During our chats Judy came up with the idea that I feature some tartan as she recalls my very first post where I wore my, rather ancient, red tartan tights as a slightly anxious looking newbie. See that post here. I can't believe I've neglected my heritage for so long and that I have to be prompted to show you the finest of materials from my homeland.



Yes, Polly was still at the helm here, making me erupt with laughter at her constant efforts to stop me talking.









I do hope that Judy is happy with the tartan styling today, but would also like to think that I've not delivered something as traditionally Scottish as she had imagined. Yes, I toyed with the idea of getting my kilt out, and hey it might look fab with this shot of cerise, but the trousers were my first idea, and I'm rather pleased with the outcome. 

Outfit details - jacket: Kate Moss at Topshop (charity shopped), trousers: H&M, blouse: charity shopped, boots: Office, belt: charity shopped, necklace and silver/pink ring : charity shopped, other rings, gift.

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

This is my weekend offering for you as I failed to post yesterday and didn't want to keep you waiting until tomorrow. Winter posts may well be a bit fits and starts like this for various reasons - weather, opportunity and of course, lack of Polly. I still have a few outfits waiting my draft box to help eke things out over the next few weeks, but they'll soon be gone. Trying to get out and about in good daylight is the real challenge when I'm at work all week, but I do hope to get a session in today provided the weather improves. It's currently grey and damp as I write this, and I'm going to delay my morning swim until the high tide as it's my day off. Maybe the sun will make an appearance by then. I'll leave you with this shot I took yesterday morning on my way to the beach. The sun was just rising over the Great Pool. Have a lovely weekend and see you all next week! 


Anna x

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  1. This is a lovely outfit - I like the contrast of pink ruffles, and pin accessories with the tartan. You have such a wonderful figure; you look good in everything!

    Will you try the camera/tripod thing so many bloggers use? I've now got my camera to talk to my computer but I need a tripod and a remote; meanwhile the phone camera is fine as long as I have someone to operate it!

    Enjoy your weekend

    Veronica
    vronni60sblogspot.co.uk

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    1. This is the first time I've worn pink/black/tartan together and I really like it too Veronica! I may be lucky with my figure, but honestly I don't look good in everything - I have short legs which need high shoes to counter that.
      All last winter I used my tripod and timer to take my own photos, so I maybe didn't do too bad a job if you didn't notice. I'm just starting to gather material ready for when my Polly shots are all used up.
      Enjoy your Sunday x
      Anna

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  2. Ye'r a bonny Scots wifie 'n' ah loue th' plaid!!
    The combination of the sophisticated black plaid trousers, (tweedy?) textural jacket, and the bright pink ruffles of your blouse are genius!
    You have honored your heritage and MORE than satisfied my desire for you in some plaid by the sea.
    Thank you for the opportunity to suggest a theme for one of your posts Anna.

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  3. Oh I see now! The jacket is a hounds tooth check. It's really cool.

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    1. Judy, I'm delighted to hear that I've delivered a wee bit of Scottish whimsy for you. We're coming into winter now and with that I do have a few more tartan items that pay homage to my homeland. This was a fab challenge for me and I'm really grateful for your suggestion.
      Enjoy the rest of your weekend x
      Anna

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  4. There's so much to love in this outfit. The tartan, the ruffles, the textures, bling... Yes! And the temptation to dive into that Great Pool must be overwhelming when you have such a sky over it.

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    1. You and I were having a tartan moment this week then? I'd gladly swap my tartan breeks for yours - they're outrageous, and such fun! Thanks for taking the time to drop by and leaving your kind comments.
      Have a lovely week x
      Anna

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  5. Anna, pięknie wyglądasz, a różowy bardzo Ci pasuje.
    pozdrawiam
    Gosia

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    1. Oh goodness, Galeria61, I do hope you got my email. I can't read Polish, so please do translate for me.
      Anna x

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  6. Anna- I have read all your posts since the first tartan one- you do have a wonderful figure and you look good in everything you wear! I love this outfit-very creativee & colourful!I love reading your posts-also Veronica' s!your charity shop finds are fabulous!

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    1. How lovely to have your feedback, thank you so much for commenting. This outfit was such fun to put together, as the elements have lived in my closet for ages but I've never worn them as an outfit before. Charity shopping is the easiest way to become more creative with your dressing as you come across all sorts of interesting pieces. Thanks again for the lovely compliments.
      Very best wishes
      Anna x

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  7. Oh Anna, you sweet sweet girl. Not only are you stylish beyond belief but you are truly kind and thoughtful. That was so nice of you to check in with me. It's been tough around here and we're trying to stay hopeful. I remember clearly your very first post. Was it really that long ago? I do read your blog on a regular basis. I just haven't been much into commenting lately. Your tartan look is superb so cheers to both you and Judy and of course, Ms. Polly. That gorgeous sunset is such a spirit lifter. Thank you.

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    1. Dear Connie, thanks for hopping across to comment. I really can't believe it's that long ago either since those tartan tights! Am glad you like the photo over the Great Pool - it's very soothing isn't it? Take care my lovely and I hope that things settle down soon.
      Anna x

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  8. I love it! Bright, fun, traditional meets quirky and a great contrast!

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    1. Thanks Kezzie, how lovely that you see all of that here.
      Anna x

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  9. Fantastic trousers, and I adore them with the bright pinky-red ruffles!

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    1. This was a new outfit for me Shiela, but I'm really pleased how it all came together.
      Thanks!
      Anna x

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  10. Anna, your outfit is gorgeous, the pants and the ruffle short are divine, love it
    https://lookingfabulousat50.blogspot.com.au/

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    1. So very kind Anna. We do like similar things don't we?
      Have a great week x
      Anna

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  11. Every bit is so lovely! The hot pink (I am wearing today too), the ruffles and plaid - you look fab. Thanks for linking, xo

    Patti
    http://notdeadyetstyle.com

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    1. When I saw your little pink jacket, I thought "snap"! There's something so cheerful about wearing pink that you can't possibly feel glum even on the most grey, drizzly day. Thanks for dropping by and have a lovely week x
      Anna

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  12. Seriously, Anna, you have SUCH a cool rockstar vibe to you that's equal parts contagious and compelling. There are so many things you've worn, combinations you've created, that I'm dying to try my hand at :)

    On the blog today, I'm tackling something literally "borrowed from the boys", i.e., an item of clothing I took from my husband's wardrobe. Come on over and see how I (and four other women of all ages) styled pieces we, ahem, borrowed from the men in our lives.

    https://sheelagoh.com/2016/11/14/boy-oh-boy/

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    1. Sheela you can swing by any time to tell me I'm playing the rockstar, thanks! I hopped over to leave a comment on your blog, but am not at all sure where it went. Do you have to approve it before it shows? Anyway, it's a great idea for a feature and I loved what you all did. Am seriously envious of Eve's boots though - man are they the business!!!
      Anna x

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  13. Cute jacket and I love the pop of hot pink!
    Nora
    www.jacketsociety.com

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    1. Thanks Nora, it's a sweet little jacket and worked so well with the trousers I thought. Thanks for dropping by x
      Anna

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  14. What a glorious sun rise! I think I might even want to haul my butt out of bed early enough just to watch it.

    I adore that frilly ruffle blouse and how you've paired it with the tartan trousers. Black and pink is a favourite colour combo of mine.

    bisous
    Suzanne

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    1. Suzanne I've only come across black and pink as this punchy combination and heck do I love it! I've recently rediscovered the frilly blouse and think I may give it a run for its money over the dismal, grey days and weeks ahead, so apologies in advance for overkill!
      Thanks for swinging by x
      Anna

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  15. Oh WOW - what a beautiful blouse !!! Pink and black - isn't it a perfect combination :) . I love this outfit. Cheers - Margot :)

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    1. Am so pleased you like it Margot. It's a great pick-me-up of an outfit, especially as the sun is becoming less of a feature now - the blouse shines as bright as the sun in fact!
      Thanks for your comments x
      Anna

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  16. You look amazing, so chic! :)
    Fab blog! I'm following * Follow back?
    Kisses <3
    http://omundodajesse.blogspot.pt

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    1. Thanks Jessica! Will head over to see your blog. Have a great day x
      Anna

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  17. loving this look on you!

    Would love to see you over on my link-up http://www.bargainbaglady.com/ootd-dress-thon-linkup/

    Sammy | bargainbaglady.com XX

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    1. So very kind Sammy. Will swing by and take a look, thanks x
      Anna

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  18. love your cool tartan outfit, such beautiful pink details!, it's a fabulous color combo!. I like your blouse and your brilliant accessorizing!
    besos

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    1. Thanks so much for all of your lovely compliments. This fizzy pink blouse gives me such a buzz and seemed to be a great ploy against the masculine nature of the tartan. So glad you like it.
      Have a lovely day x
      Anna

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