Sizzling sock boots



Hello and how is your Sunday going my dear readers?


Well, it's taken me a couple of weeks, but I'm happy to say that I've finally gotten my head around this new season. All thoughts of white linen trousers making a last minute appearance have evaporated along with the scorching summer sun, but these sizzling sock boots are spreading a little bit of joy instead.


You may remember these from last winter when I chased them from H&M where they were all sold out by the time their brochure was published, until I managed to locate them on eBay. I paid double the price, but haven't regretted it as they've not been packed away since I bought them. Dresses, trousers and culottes all have been pepped up by these red hot lovelies over the past 12 months. As the temperature drops I'll be adding tights in all sorts of colours with eye catching effect - I think I have a pink psychedelic pair just waiting for their moment!


For those of you who haven't succumbed to the pleasure of the sock boot yet, I'd urge you to try a pair. They tick the style and comfort box in one fell swoop, never give you that worry that they might slip off, but sit snuggly around the ankle without gripping or rubbing. At the last count I have four pairs, but recently saw a black neoprene pair that I'm about to trawl the Internet for later. Fashion trends may come and go, but personal style is what I aim for and that probably comes with age and the ability to know what suits me.


Enough about the boots! Let's move on to the delightful shirt dress which I think may be my go-to autumn frock. I love the romance of a long dress, but have struggled to find one that doesn't swamp me. This type of dress has been around for a while now and many of them have a wider, looser fit that makes me look like a shapeless short-ass. Like many women, I long for that tall willowy frame we see in magazines and on shopping sites. By choosing a fitted button up dress it creates an illusion of height (I'm a tad under 5ft 5in). I came across this ditsy floral delight in the H&M summer sale way back in July. It was reduced to £15 and was the only one on the rack, just the right size too.


A red belt helps to highlight the sprigs of red flowers on the dress to which I added some Perspex rings for a retro vibe. All accessories are either preloved or gifts (thanks Wendy).


I fancy that our daily seaside backdrop will become increasingly blustery from here on. Anna's Windswept Style may be a more accurate title for the blog over the winter months. As the weeks progress another change to my regular spot will be the lack of boats as they are all brought in before the seasonal storms hit us. The harbour boat and a couple of jet boats are all that populate our Westerly exposed bay during the winter months. I have some friends coming to visit at the end of this month and can only hope that we haven't descended into full on gales by that time. Very soon I suppose I'll have to be thinking about the big wardrobe changeover. 


And finally... I spent a evening of pure escapism at the cinema in Truro the other night (en route from another filming session, but that's for another time) watching the long awaited sequel to Mama Mia. It certainly lived up to the hype and fulfilled my expectations, delivering all of the familiar faces and soundtracks that made the first movie the resounding success it was. I sat alone, far enough removed from the rest of the audience to be able to join in with the songs I so love. Seemingly, there's a sing-along version about to be released into the cinemas this week, so why not take some girlfriends along for a life affirming night out.

Wishing you a super week ahead!

Anna x




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  1. I'm not surprised you hunted those red sock boots down, they're absolutely gorgeous. Great style with the dress too. Works so well on you. x

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    1. I can't believe how useful these boots have proven to be - if in doubt, add some red boots seems to be the rule of the day.

      Cheers!
      Anna x

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  2. I am also a fan of sock boots, especially for my man legs.

    I love this 80s retro vibe of the dress. I have quite a few vintage ones like that in my shop. I often find that people aren't able to visualize just how great they will look on.

    My husband has been dealing with the high winds in Hong Kong as they typhoon passes through. It is crazy!

    Can't wait to see your video : )

    Suzanne
    http://www.suzannecarillo.com

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    1. I fancy I too have man legs and yes, these are perfect for us. I'm delighted with this frock as I bought one from H&M last year, but it was way too floundery and just swamped me completely. This version is sleeker and makes me feel more elegant, hurrah!

      The commercial will be aired on Thursday...

      Have a great week!
      Anna x

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  3. I almost bought that frock in the H&M sales as well, but unfortunately they no longer had it in my size! It looks fantastic accented with the red sock boots and belt. I'm on the lookout for a new pair of red boots, and they might very well be sock boots. I would need a sturdier heel, though, and the only ones I've come across have heels like yours ... xxx

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    1. I'm so happy with this dress and couldn't believe my luck in finding the solitary one waiting for me. Good luck with your search Ann, I'm sure both frock and boots will turn up at some stage. I do have sock boots with a block heel too which came from Zara - have you tried their website?

      Enjoy your week!
      Anna x

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  4. The sock boots are not my personal vibe, but I love seeing them on you, Anna! These long prairie dresses are great "jammie dresses" for those days when you're tired, sick or just feeling "meh." They make me feel great! I agree, they look like sacks on the hangers, but worth trying on!

    The weather's been very erratic here lately - fall is making itself felt! Have a wonderful week, my dear!

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    1. Sheila, I really could see you wearing these boots with panache my dear - why ever not? Have you tried a pair on? The frock will end up as a once-a-week wear I fancy as it's so darned comfy!

      The tail end of that huge storm hit us last night, man it was wild!

      See you soon!
      Anna x

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  5. I do love your red booties! I DID have a pair of sock boots- I had some black ones that were knee high with pointed toes- from M&S or Primark I think. I didn't keep them as I then managed to get some black suedette ones from M&S with a wedge-heel without the pointed toe; I still have those and they are very comfy! You should always ask me if you are seeking something from a shop as I have a HUGE H&M near school so I can check on the way home- I recently found a pair of trousers in Topshop that a girl on INstagram was seeking and were sold out everywhere! I got them in Westfield!
    That dress is gorgeous - I like the ballooning sleeves- those look comfy.
    xx

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    1. Ooooo Kezzie, are you sure you really want to offer yourself up as my personal shopper, hahaha! If I have a special request I'll be in touch, don't you worry. I love the sound of those knee high sock boots - they sound totally fab, although a wedge heel is much more practical. I could see you wearing a dress like this too!

      Have a fab week!
      Anna x

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  6. It cones as no surprise that you make the transition into fall fashion so colorfully inspiring Anna. Sock boots just don't work with my retirement lifestyle in a small mountain community but they do have a way of kicking this little prairie dress up a notch or two!

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    1. Thanks Jude. I do wonder how on earth my current collection of clothes and footwear will work for the retired version of me, but I really can't bear to think that far ahead. I'm living for today and this is how I'm embracing life currently, my dear!

      Have a super week!
      Anna x

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  7. I do like your sock boots but I shan't be buying any. I had a pair of long sock boots years and years ago that I bought from M&S with a gift voucher from work. I loved them and wore them to death. They would have been even better if they were a lovely vibrant red like yours!

    They go so well with your dress and I loved the sleeves on the dress so very feminine.

    I'm intrigued by the filming...

    xxxxx

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    1. So what puzzles me is that you had sock boots, loved them, wore them to pieces and yet wouldn't go there again? Why not? Surely on your travels around all of your charity shops, you might come across some...

      I'm going to be on the TV on Thursday onwards Vronni! On the JD Williams autumn campaign - the commercial is aired on most channels with adverts. Yay!

      Have a good week!
      Anna x

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  8. I cannot wear sock boots as my bunion and ganglion stick out. I love them though and that dress...

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    1. Oh what a drag for you Hilda - not sure what a ganglion is, but it sounds painful!

      Have a lovely week!
      anna x

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