Oh my dimpled arse!


'Scuse the crude title today guys, but sometimes you just have to tell it how it is. This newly-coined phrase was borne from a naive backwards glance in the mirror. Honestly, it had me in stitches as the sight and resulting comment took me by surprise. It wasn't uttered in horror, more disbelief that my 61 years have finally caught up with me. I immediately saw the humour in this and couldn't stop laughing. When did my bum turn into a lumpy, dimpled arse that resembles a badly stuffed bolster? As I surveyed the damage in the mirror I was touched by the sight of this battle-torn feature and felt as if I was meeting an old friend whose predicament sparked a deep understanding for what it's gone through. Oh my dimpled arse, how tenderly I love you!


When Fiona and I met up later to take some photos, I couldn't help but share this comedy moment with her. The rest of the shoot was riddled with laughter as the memory tickled my funny button. She too loved the universal recognition that this phrase conjures up. At 16 this may not be funny, but at 61 it most definitely is!


Let's chat about the outfit now, shall we? You may recognise this buttery yellow trouser suit from an earlier post this summer. It's from JD Williams, though not gifted I hasten to add. I've kept it out for one last hurrah before it gets packed away for the winter. I wanted to see if I could adapt it to autumn wear as I've been doing of late. 



I added black patent boots (Topshop) to dispel any reference to summer sandals which I think toughens the look up straight away. The next step was to throw in some animal print with this H&M leopard print cardigan. The clutch works as an extra punch of print too - this was a charity shop find, as were the two rings. Finally, I've opted for a black pair of mirror sunglasses by Quay Australia. 






I forgot to mention this tribal print necklace from Topshop. I often strike it lucky when I visit the Truro branch as they do a good line in chunky statement necklaces which are very much my thing.




As I waltz off into the weekend, please know that I won't be offended if you feel the need to greet me with this new catchphrase. Oh-my-giddy-aunt seemed to catch on. I wonder if this will too?


                                                                                           Anna x

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  1. I am totally with you on laughter over these things, on a bright suit, patent leather shoes and chunky necklaces. So you can image I applaud you.
    Greetje

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    1. I'm delighted to hear that this has tickled your funny bone too Greetje! Thanks for dropping by xx

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  2. I have one of those too ;-) Seriously, this had me in stitches. Nothing wrong with telling is as it is, and seeing the funny side of it. As for your yellow suit, I think it is quite magnificent. And, with the addition of the animal print, chunky necklace and black patent boots, it translates to Autumn very well indeed. xxx

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    1. I think we're in good company here Ann! I'm all for a bit of honesty and think we'd all be much happier if the fashion industry showed a much more realistic view of us. Cheers xx

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  3. Oh, I have the same ring! I wore it last Tuesday on the blog! I'm from the Netherlands, but I bought that ring at a antique shop in Lewes Sussex! Ha ha, I would hate it if that happened to me, the bum thing I mean.

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    1. I wonder if your antique version cost the same (£2.50) as mine? Hurrah for your perfect derriere sweetie! xx

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  4. How funny and although I can't imagine this is you, I know how you feel. I've recently bought a pair of beautiful camel tapered trousers and have exactly the same opinion of my derriere - lol. You, of course, look delightful in your Autumnal outfit. xx Jacqui

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    1. I wish I could say that this was all just for effect, but honestly, the peach perfect derriere is AWOL! We're no lesser beings because of that however - just more human I would say. Glad you like the ensemble xx

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  5. HA! So true! I was all, "Oh, my crepey neck!" the other day when I saw my "wattle" in a photo. Heck, me earned our dimples as much as we earned our wrinkles, so let's revel in them.

    LOVE this glorious yellow suit styled up with the leopard for fall, Anna! The boots are fabulous!

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    1. Oh golly, don't get me started on my neck ...

      This has to be my favourite styling of this suit this far. So pleased you approve too xx

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  6. A fantastic ray of sunshine in the autumn weather! I try not to look at my arse these days!

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  7. I love how you adapted it for autumn. Perfect with the boots. I would not put it away yet.

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    1. Cheers Hilda. I'm delighted how this bit of styling worked out. Maybe there's another twist I can come up next time xx

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  8. mwhaha, so true!, I have one of those too and I'm so glad that you made some laughs about it!. 'Dimples and wrinkles' are not things to take too seriously!
    And you look so fabulous in your yellow suit!, love the color and love how you accessorized it!, brilliant, elegant and cool!
    besos

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    1. We really can't afford to lose sleep over these shortcomings can we? This suit always earns me lots of compliments, so thank you xxx

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  9. Mine is dimpled too (and has stretch marks and has done since I was 14!) so you are in good company as i am 38!
    The yellow suit really suits you (ho ho!) - it's such an ebullient colour!!!x

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    1. Thanks for joining in with your honesty too sweetie. I love that word ebullient!

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