Frills and flowers

Apologies for the dull light in these shots today, but Polly and I decided it was worth a try to capture this outfit. I didn't realise that I was channelling Adam Ant until I looked through these later, but I still love the ensemble. The jacket was a hand me down from my friend Maggie and has been a great addition to my wardrobe since I inherited a couple of years ago. I love the mix of fabrics and textures that give a richness to the overall look.









I fancy that these skinnies and my floral boots have married behind my back as I can't seem to bring one out without the other. The texture of jacket and boots work beautifully too. And for the final flourish, well the frilly blouse is the homage to the very beautiful Adam Ant that pulls the whole ensemble together. 

Outfit details - jacket: gift, boots: ASOS, trousers: Papaya, blouse: eBay, necklace: Noel, rings:old.


I turned the camera onto Polly at the end of our session. Doesn't she look so cute in this dress and boots combo? She leaves the island tomorrow after working at the local supermarket for the past couple of weeks. Polly's hobby of running is what keeps her fit and healthy, and boy look at those shapely, toned legs - what a great advert she is for her sport! Polly will be back again next year, and in the meantime I've got a backlog of photos to use and then my trusty tripod and timer will work out fine (as it did last winter). Thank you Polly for doing such a grand job and I look forward to regrouping in the spring!
Anna x

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  1. I just love bloses with frills ( I have even shown a few on my blog ;) ) . The jacket so goes with this blouse, and the shoes are fabulous. Greetings - Margot :)

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    1. Dear Margot, thanks for your lovely comments and support. I've visited your blog and left a comment, but wasn't successful with the second attempt! Anyway, I love your blog and just wanted to congratulate you on being featured in the magazine - well done, it looks like a lovely piece.
      Anna x

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  2. What a stunning jacket Anna - I can't recall you wearing it in a post before. I love those boots as you know and they do go well with the paisley patterned skinnies. The frilly blouse is an excellent touch - lovely outfit.

    Enjoy your weekend

    Veronica
    vronni60s.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks Vronni. I don't think I have featured it before, although I've worn it to work many times - it's a great little jacket that goes with so many things. I think I may not get many chances to wear these fabric boots once winter comes in, it's always so wet here. So glad you approve of today's offering.
      Anna x

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  3. The jacket & the blouse is amazing.Greetings:)

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    1. Dear Kobieta, I'm really happy with this jacket and blouse combinatation too - they work well together don't they?
      Have a lovely weekend!
      Anna x

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  4. We'll miss you, Polly! Thanks for the pictures.

    Oh, Anna, look at you - so much wonderful pattern and texture here, and then ruffles on top of that! Ungh, those boots - I just want to reach through the screen and hug them.

    The winter light is the curse of blogging. Just let it go and don't stress it. I'm not going to stop reading/coveting your clothes because it's gloomy! Have a lovely weekend, my dear!

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    1. Hey Sheila, I'll carry on regardless - poor light and no photographer won't stop me gadding about in my finery! I'm lining up some outfits ready for when my reserves are gone, but you really won't notice any difference for a while. Thanks for all the compliments and enjoy your weekend too!
      Anna x

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  5. I can see that we have very similar taste in jackets. I have a few of these brocade type jackets that I've hung on to for several years because I the fabric and cut are so classic.
    I zoomed in on the pattern of your jeans to understand what you meant by them being inseparable from the boots. I get it.
    You've inspired me to replicate your outfit with my own twists (of course).

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    1. Dear Judy, this jacket has been very useful over the past couple of years and I won't be letting it go for a long time yet. I'm delighted to hear that I've inspired you, as that's my aim for the blog after all. Good luck with your your own variation!
      Have a lovely weekend x
      Anna

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  6. Awww, bye Polly. She has been a fun addition to your blog. So funny about the jeans and boots getting married. I do have a couple items like that just go so well together it's a shame not to wear them together. I love the fabric of your jacket, though I have nothing like that. Perhaps I'll have to start looking! Have a great weekend.

    Julia

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    1. Yes, I'm very sorry to see her go. I think we all have natural partners in our closets, don't we? And yes, the texture just makes this jacket something special eh? Great to hear from again Julia and I hope you have a fab weekend too!
      Anna x

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  7. Remembering the romantic era!Love those boots.
    www.vanityandmestyle.com

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    1. New Romantics Laurie - oops, I think our age is showing! I do love that flamboyant way of dressing.
      Enjoy your weekend x
      Anna

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  8. I agree with Laurie, and I love this era! You've got a great sense of style and fashion I love it..xx Nice to link up with you. Jacqui
    www.mummabstylish.com


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    1. The best thing for me at my age, is that I've gone through so many fashion era's that they all feel like home. I can happily mix 60's with 80's with something from today's style and don't care about the fashion rules that say I can't. Thanks for dropping by and leaving me your thoughts Jacqui - it's great to meet you!
      Anna x

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