Red tartan/yellow tartan?


Hello and happy Sunday to you all!

I've hit on a bit of a tartanfest at the moment, but there will be no apologies proffered for this. I totally love tartan! My dilemma of late has been whether to buy trousers in red or yellow tartan, but the solution was solved perfectly when I came across these on the ASOS website. Aren't they fabulous? The brand is Tripp NYC and they cost £48. This is where my normal frugal ways of charity shopping help to subsidise these real price items. 


Tartan seems to be having a moment fashion-wise, but it's a forever favourite of mine, which I've chuntered on about recently, I know. Anyway, I've pretty much been searching for these jeans in either of these colourways with no success. I tried to find them in wide legged culottes too, but again they were just as elusive. It was a wee miracle to find the cool collaboration allowing me to wear both red and yellow at the same time. I'm well aware of the Marmite nature of these, but can only hope that you'll all agree that they are so very me!


These stretchy soft fabric, uber comfy trainers are from Zara, but they seem to be sold out now. I've found something similar though if you follow this link. I kinda like this skinny leg/big trainers look, but again it may not be for everyone. The one other style story I may try with these trousers though is my red sock boots - what do you think? Would two of my most favourite pieces together be too much for the fashion police? Do give me some feedback on that.


The plain black polo neck finishes the look without battling with bottom half of the outfit. I've added a simple black leather belt and black necklace as my accessories. 


The necklace is by Melissa James and the rings are both pre-loved. 


Today's shoot was taken at Green Beach with Blockhouse Castle over one shoulder and Blockhouse Cottages over the other. I've been swimming on this beach (on the high tide) lately as it's been stormy with the prevailing wind on the other side of the island. The sea at Appletree Bay has been too lively for me to swim safely there, but here on the leeward side of the island it was sheltered enough for me to enjoy my early morning swim as well as see the sunrise just above the cottages too. 


Yesterday morning I swam in an absolute downpour which was a first for me. I've never been a fan of swimming in the rain (or more precisely trying to dry off and get dressed in the rain), but I'm currently reading a wonderful book "Wild Woman Swimming" by the late Lynne Roper and she has converted me to the joys of nature's water play. The sensation of being at eye level with the bouncing raindrops is akin to seeing Christmas lights twinkling on and off as they hit the surface of the water. Between the visual effects and the clattering noise, the experience was enlivening and left me with a real joie de vivre. I added a little clip after this swim on my Instagram feed if you want to see my afterglow. 


And finally, yes I'm flying solo and today's shoot was taken not only with tripod and timer, but also using my brand new camera. It was only after taking these shots and walking home that I remembered that I'd not put the dial onto P for portrait nor had I used the telephoto lens to get some good close-ups too. This could be a steep learning curve for me. It's back to the booklet for me to learn a bit more in time for my next shoot. I was relieved however to at least have a break in the rain so that I could get outside for some new material. I do hope you've enjoyed some good weather this weekend too.


Thanks for dropping and I hope you have a lovely week!


Anna x

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  1. I LOVE your trousers! They are funky. I had a pair of red tartan trousers like that as a teen and I really loved them-I wanted them for ages! You make me feel all nostalgic! I HAVE swum in the rain and I love it- it was like swimming amidst bells ringing!

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    1. Hahaha, I seem to be forever finding things that relate to your past Kezzie, and I love that. I'm a convert to swimming in the rain - it really adds a whole new dimension to the experience!

      Have a super week!
      Anna x

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  2. Those trousers are wild!

    Suzanne
    http://www.suzannecarillo.com

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    1. Hey, hey, hey! So glad you approve Suzanne.

      Hope you have a lovely week!
      Anna x

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  3. Those trousers are fab and they're so you, combined to perfection with the black polo neck. Red tartan reminds me of my punk years. I don't think I've worn any since. I have to admit that I've never even swum in the sea ... xxx

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    1. I seemed to miss out on the punk era - goodness knows what I was up to! Come visit me and we can swim in the sea together Ann...

      Have a great week!
      Anna x

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  4. Well, I never! What a find - they look great! I think the sock boots would look fab with them.

    Well done with the camera and tripod. I dug my camera out the other day to try it with a tripod I had forgotten that had come with it on;y to find the camera doesn't work. Damn!

    Have a lovely week
    xxx

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    1. I haven't even tried them on with the sock boots yet, but I fancy they might work. So, do you use your phone for your blog photos then? Or are you a family of many cameras?

      Have a lovely week too Vronni!
      Anna x

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  5. You did a fabulous job with your photos, Anna! Well done.

    I ADORE these trousers, and would rip them right off you! Do you have yellow sock boots?? One red and one yellow, just like the pants? Oh, my heart races at the thought!

    Happy week, my dear!

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    1. Cheers Sheila, I'm sure that things can only get better once I've conquered all of the settings.

      Hahaha, I kinda thought you might like these fellas - aren't they amazing? I know a gal - a mutual friend of ours - who just so happens to have yellow sock boots to match my red ones. What d'ya think the chances are of me getting hold of those? No chance at all, I bet, but if you see Suzanne before I do, perhaps you could ask her...

      Hope you have a fab week!
      Anna x

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  6. Oh Anna! These are pants are fantabulous!!!! I'm smiling from ear to ear with the joy they bring to my fashion soul and... I want some too!!!! You've styled them perfectly but I'm sure they'd also be very cool with sock boots. You could mix up a yellow and red pair for even more eye candy!!
    Your morning swim must have been thrilling and a bit unnerving all at once! You are so canned impressive Anna! I love your multi-talented self!

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    1. OMG there's a word I haven't heard for ages Jude! I'm delighted to hear of the pleasure they give you too. I've yet to try them out with the sock boots, but am dismayed that it will only be red as I don't have them in yellow.
      I'll share a secret with you Jude about my sea swimming - I'm actually scared of the sea. It's quite a challenge to face that fear every day and some days I'm full of worry about what lies beneath. Other days I get into the flow, my breathing and the movement take me over and I forget my fears. I think the joy hits me when I emerge from the water. It's all about the afterglow and success of facing my fear once again.

      Enjoy your week!
      Anna x

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  7. Damned impressive not canned!
    Although I'd love to can some of your zest for life! :-)

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  8. wowww, these trousers are really fabulous and absolutely You!, I love this outfit!! (I would wear it in a heart beat!!) And I totally support the idea of wearing these trousers with your red booties (and even with a red top, why not?) but you should consider that I'm a huge fan of Red Color!!
    besos

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    1. Oh Monica, I do have a new red top waiting for its moment... I think I need to have a bit of a trying on session to nail this one.

      Have a super week!
      Anna x

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