Transitional dressing











I really don't profess to be a style expert. The blog features my take on fashion with little regard for age appropriateness as I wear what makes me feel joyful and I hope that this may be an inspiration to you. Transitional dressing isn't something that I feel particularly clever at - I much prefer the clear cut demarcation between summer and winter. This rather grey area for me is perfectly reflected in today's outfit which coincidentally showcases many shades of grey. The breezy start to the day informed my choice of top with a high neck to keep the chills out, but the fact that the sun was shining meant that the gallery would probably heat up to boiling point by the afternoon. With this in mind, I chose these lightweight silk palazzo pants which are cool and easy to wear. The fabric mules are in a wide fit and minimal heel - just because you want to be stylish doesn't mean you can't be comfortable!

This weekend finds me rotating my summer and winter wardrobes (see? no spring/autumn clothes mentioned there) as I try to second-guess the weather. The process is little short of bedlam this year, but more of that another day. A friend was delighted to hear that I'm putting my summer clothes away as she said that pretty much guarantees an instant upturn in the weather. On the strength of that, I may keep a few lighter pieces to the side ready for the Indian summer. Oh, such are the joys of transitional dressing!

Outfit details - top: H&M, trousers: Jean Muir, mules: Miss Selfridge, sunglasses: Quay Australia, silver disc ring: pre-loved, silver and gold band ring: Diana Porter.


Anna x

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  1. I can feel the wind as your pants flap about like sails! You look awesome!

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    1. Yep, there certainly was a whole lot of flapping going on!

      Cheers
      anna x

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  2. Love each piece. The turtleneck top is especially appealing. Together...? I'm working on this one. I LOVE your pattern mixing but this mix needs more contemplative time for me.

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    1. I know this can be a bit challenging with all of these patterns Judy, but maybe you can just appreciate the outlines and shape of the outfit rather than the complexities of the pattern play. The skinny top and big trousers where forefront in my plan with the patterns an aside. I hope it grows on you!

      Anna x

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  3. Wow! It was certainly windy! You look great and beautifully transitioned!

    I love the palazzo pants and the mules - Jean Muir? Now that's a blast from the past....

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    1. Yes, the Jean Muir trousers may well be vintage by now, don't you think?

      The Indian summer has duly arrived here... Hahaha! I've still not quite finished with my changeover, thank goodness.

      Anna x

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  4. Yes, the weather here is like that. I pulled out my sweaters this weekend and now it's in the high 80's (fahrenheit, us Americans!) so like 29 your measurement and I'm back to my summer clothes. I keep my clothes mixed most of the year except for the extreme pieces. It just gives me more options. I feel footwear is an easy way to transition. You just start showing less and less foot! Funny that you are the weather predictor too!

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