My new Chelsea boots


Hello and welcome to Sunday's post. How's your day shaping up? Will you be having some leisure time today? I'm meeting up with an old girlfriend for lunch, so what to wear will be the question. But first, let me show you what I wore to work yesterday. I've recently bought these rather fabulous Chelsea boots from Office (see the link here) and they sparked the following look. The boots reminded me of Bill Nighy's character, Billy Mack in Love Actually - know what I mean? I do love this androgynous look.


This outfit brings together old, new and vintage pieces which is one of my favourite mixes. The (men's) trouser suit is vintage and was a charity shop find. I don't wear it very often, only because of the huge shoulder pads - I need to feel particularly brave fashion-wise to sport this one. But I'm having a trousers suit moment (see another recent one here) and thought this would be the perfect way to showcase my new boots. I could have gone all out with the rockstar look by adding a frilly shirt, but decided to play it down with this pink rib knit from Primark instead.


The pink sweater is actually fluorescent pink, but doesn't show that in the bright sunlight. It was one of two that I purchased early on in the season. The other is a bright green and has yet to have its day on the blog. I thought the very blue theme would benefit from a splash of contrast. Also, the boots have a few daubs of pink which ties in too. 


The pink and black leather checkered belt was another pre-loved purchase that ties in well with the sweater. I'm always on the lookout for accessories that are just that little bit different.



Statement rings in pink and blue, one a gift, one a charity shop piece, complete the look.




I can't help but cast a critical eye over these shots, noticing the soft tummy rolls. Last week it was the dimpled arse and this week it's the belly fat. Oh dear, I fancy that I'm in need of a new exercise regime!


One final longing look at the view and it was time for me to get back to work. A lunchtime photo shoot with this backdrop of Appletree Bay was a lovely interlude in a busy day. I've not swum here for over two weeks now as we've had unseasonal visitors in our waters of late. The influx of Portuguese man o' war jellyfish have an excruciatingly painful sting which in extreme cases can kill. They can even sting when they are washed up on the shore, dead. I'm not keen on the chance encounter with them so have hung up my cossie for the moment. Hopefully by the time I return from the mainland next week our waters will be clear. 

In the meantime, have a great week!

Anna x

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  1. They look fabulous on Anna. And a change from the usual black or brown. I love this style of boot and purchased a gorgeous cream pair online recently in the smallest size available 3. They were way too big, so I was gutted xx

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    1. So does that mean that you're a teeny weeny size 2 then Laurie? How very cute! Cream sounds like another snakeskin colourway to tempt me... Have a lovely week x

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  2. These boots are stunning! Lise

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    1. Oh my goodness, how I love these Lise! Glad you do too xxx

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  3. *squinting, looking for the mythical tummy roll* Please, you do not have a tummy roll! Hush about that, and let me focus on this amazing outfit, please, Anna!

    I adore this suit - how lucky that you found a men's suit that fit you, pants too! I'm amazed at how great it is. Love it with the neon pink, but hold the phone because my heart is pounding at those boots. WOW.

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  4. You know me Sheila - I'm always super self-critical! I can overlook any flaw with others but am hopeless with myself :(

    Anyway, am delighted you love this look as much as I do. And yes, the boots, the boots - aren't they amazing! xxx

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  5. Oh what a fantastic suit! You wear it so well, styled with the amazing boots and those rings!

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    1. Cheers Nancy. I'm so happy to bring this vintage piece out again. The boots are the perfect ploy aren't they? xx

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  6. what a fabulous suit, and love the way you wear it, with lots of attitude and your new boots!. So lovely colors!
    besos

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    1. Neon pink and electric blue made such a happy marriage! Glad you liked it too sweetie xx

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  7. Another winning combination Anna - love it. I want you to come and style me I think! ........and WHAT belly fat!! You look fabulous Anna. Jacqui xx

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    1. Thanks Jacqui, but I don't think you need any help from me styling-wise! xx

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  8. Before I write my comment, meant to say to you, thank you so much for your comment on my last What is it post as you were worried you weren't good at it- you actually thought the same as me! I mentioned it in the latest What is it post as I always do but thought you'd probably not read it so I'd mention it here!
    You are the queen of glam outfits and this one is brilliant-bright and fun! The boots are very cool and very Anna!
    Sorry to hear about the jelly fish being out in force and ruining your swimming attempts. Horrid things, how dare they!!!x

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    1. Thanks Kezzie. I find those cloud posts challenging but great fun.
      I'm so pleased with these new boots and think that they might feature heavily over the next few months!

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  10. I adore this suit - how lucky that you found a men's suit that fit you, pants too! I'm amazed at how great it is. Love it with the neon pink, but hold the phone because my heart is pounding at those boots. WOW. i offered to you in order to your gladness i make your animation movies by your images from here TrueClassics you can see sample sample
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