Wild about animal print - the Style Not Age challenge for August

Welcome to the Style Not Age monthly challenge with our subject of Wild About Animal Print as suggested by Emma of Style Splash. You may be surprised to learn that I don't seem to have as much animal print as you might expect, given my extensive clothes collection. One cardigan, one pair of boots, one pair of shoes and these trousers were all I could lay my hands on last week when I was trying to pull my outfit together.


The silky trousers are the Viyella brand, and are second hand, purchased many moons ago, but never worn until now. The issue I have with them is the elasticated waistband which makes me feel puffy around the midriff and therefore middle aged (what do you mean, that's cos I am!). My options were limited on this very hot day, so trousers it was. The Karl tee is by Karl Lagerfeld, a find in TK Maxx earlier this summer and it has been a great addition to my wardrobe for when I wanted a simple look without being too understated. 


The rose gold pumps are from TK Maxx too, the brand is Head Over Heels and again they've been very handy this summer for that dressed down look. Sunglasses are by Quay Australia.


I'm wearing my wedding ring along with a rose gold cz ring, my Michael Kors watch and two rose gold bangles.


I forgot to mention the gold necklace. This has quite a funny story to it ... Sasha and I were out shopping in Truro last year, checking out all of the charity shops for me and the high street ones for her. I came across this lovely necklace amongst a little cache of jewellery in the Barnardo's shop and gathered up a selection to take to the cash desk. Sasha stopped me on my way, telling me in hushed tones that these were all things that she had cleared out of her jewellery box only the previous week! As you can see, that didn't stop me as I was very happy to know the provenance of them all, plus the charity was benefiting too.


The Abbey Garden is full of lovely little nooks and crannies of interesting views with all sorts of plants. The agapanthus seem to be much favoured by my artists, so much so, that almost any painting featuring them sells!



The joyful bronze sculpture is called "Tresco children" and was made by David Wynne.


Let's take a look at the other ladies and their animal print ensembles.


Emma from Style Splash is vamping it up with her leopard print pencil skirt. She's chosen black as her neutral to compliment the print and wow, what a glamorous look this is. The layered frills on the sleeves are wonderful (do keep me in mind, when you're done with this one Emma).


Jacqui has accessorised her animal print dress with pink sling backs and handbag. She too has taken a walk on the wild side with the exotic backdrop for her shoot and is another lady who looks like she wants to squeeze the last out of summer. See Jacqui's post on her blog here.


This month's challenge clearly inspired Hilda to go to great lengths by wearing three kinds of animal print - giraffe, snake and leopard print and how fabulous does she look! Hilda's is always a class act and this time is no different. I'd award full marks to her for originality. See more on her blog Over the Hilda.


Thanks for joining us and before I leave, I'll add some shots of the Abbey Garden in bloom. Apologies for the lack of plants names here, but I hope you enjoy the flowers anyway.






Enjoy your week!
Anna x

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  1. Completely nailed the look here Anna. Love the leopard with the hints of gold. xx

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    1. Aww, thank you Laurie. I didn't think it was my finest hour, but it served the purpose.

      Cheers,
      Anna x

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  2. I would really have struggled with this challenge as, not counting my great aunt's fake leopard coat, I only have a watch with an animal print strap! You did well combining the trousers with the Karl tee and the rose gold trainers. I'm really loving those! Great story about the necklace, and I am loving the abbey garden photos and the David Wynne sculpture! Have a great week, Anna! xxx

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    1. I'm pleased to hear that I'm not the only one lacking in lots of animal print. I did wonder if I was taking the easy route by dressing down like this, so thank you for your vote!

      Wishing you a lovely week too!
      Anna x

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  3. A lovely read, and super styled outfit Anna. Lovely gardens, the flowers look super. Another challenge nailed my friend. Jacqui Mummabstylish

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    1. So kind of you Jacqui! It was another great challenge and as usual produced such diverse looks - hurrah!

      Anna x

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  4. What wonderful pictures! I love the gardens and the sculptures (is that an elephant I see?). Your trousers are so fun, Anna! I love all the animal prints in these looks!

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    1. Yes, that is indeed an elephant. The gardens are huge and could keep you engrossed for the whole day (if you ever fancied a visit...). I bet you could have done justice to this look too my dear!

      Anna x

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  5. I love this casual look with the gold accents Anna! Beautiful photos too!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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    1. Thanks for the challenge Emma - it did give me pause for thought which is no bad thing!

      Anna x

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  6. You have done the challenge proud in your casual animal print pants, tee and gold sneakers. All the animal print outfits are great and prove just how versatile the print is. The gardens are stunning with their flowers at peak flowering.

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    1. Thank you so much Jill. I did have reservations about submitting something so casual, but it really was lack of choice that made the decision for me. And yes, you're right - animal print is truly versatile.
      I'm so lucky having these beautiful gardens on my doorstep. I really ought to visit them more often!

      Anna x

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  7. I think the gold print t-shirt is really fresh and trendy with the leopard pant. Animal prints have really had a long run and the variety of styles makes them seasonless too!

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    1. This has been such a useful tee this summer for all the reasons you state Jude. And as you say, animal print just doesn't ever seem to go out of fashion does it?

      Anna x

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  8. I love that you bought your daughter's jewllery. That is a great story! And no Anna you never look middle-aged! Oh and great pics too.

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    1. So kind of you Hilda. I wonder though, if I need to stop trying to be the Peter Pan of fashion...

      Anna x

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  9. such fabulous pictures and also fab outfit! comfy&cool with some amazing accessories!, you really rock the leopard & gold combo!. I love your sneakers and t.shirt, those pieces are cool!
    besos

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    1. I'm always bowled over by your enthusiastic comments Monica - so kind of you! Glad you like this one - it really was all I had to offer.

      Anna x

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