Autumn dressing and a shopping spree


Hello again! How's your weekend gone? I'm having my first good day in ages and have managed to get some blog photos done as well as a few chores at home. It's good to know that I'm getting back on track. 


You may remember seeing me wearing this Topshop dress in the summer. I styled it then with white footwear too (see here). I bought the dress way back in June and it has received so many compliments over the months. I'm such a convert to the ease of wearing an all-in-one, whether it's dungarees or a dress; I just love not having to worry about matching separates. I'd like to think that's because I'm busy, not lazy!


The white patent boots by Marco Tozzi are a recent purchase from TK Maxx and were £34.99. 


The tweed jacket is pre-loved, the brand is Next and such a great classic piece. I've had it for over a year and yet this is the first time I've worn it. Not sure why it's taken me so long. It fits really well and is great for this time of year.


I swapped the belt over and replaced it with this charity shop one which picks up the gold and white of the dress.




The silver ring with gold etching is by Diana Porter, the flower ring is pre-loved.


I'll not keep you waiting any longer ... Here's my little bit of shopping from Truro recently. I succumbed to both high street fashion and pre-loved pieces from my top charity shops in the town. I'm pleased with the balance and collection that came together over the few days I was there.


This lovely velvet jacket is the start of my charity shopping finds. It was originally from Debenhams and cost £4.


The over-sized shirt was £5. I like the idea of a polo neck underneath this for the colder months and then it can be worn alone as the weather warms up again.


This cotton jumper is a nostalgic piece. I used to have a similar one way back in the 80's and foolishly passed it on to one of our jumble sales. I've no idea how I'll style it, but am delighted to have acquired a replacement. Good old Laura Ashley!


The Tu blouse cost £3. At that price I thought it would add a ray of sunshine to my winter wardrobe.


This hand knitted cardigan appeals again from a nostalgic point of view. The baby blue colour will be great to wear with jeans over a thermal top for those chilly autumn days. Worth the £3.50 it cost, without a doubt.


I'm sure this pre-loved stretch jersey shirt will be a useful addition to my collection of tops. It's from M&S, and cost me £4.50.


The woollen skirt is also pre-loved and again from M&S - it cost me £5.


And so, on to the high street purchases next. This cute tweed mini skirt is from F&F at Tesco, costing £15.


The blue leopard print top was from TK Maxx, costing £19.99. Love it!


This cute navy, white and red dress is from Primark at £15. Worn it already with a cream polo neck underneath. 


Another Primark purchase. I fancy that I'll keep this one back for wearing over the festive period.


Please tell me that you love these as much as I do! By Steve Madden, they were from TK Maxx, reduced to £34.99. 


And last but by no means least, this beautiful vintage dress has solved my dilemma as to what to wear on Christmas day. In the traditional red, green and gold, I just couldn't resist the charm of this lovely gauzy frock. A gold belt and some glitzy shoes will transform it into something very a la Anna's Island Style!

This week I'll be chasing up some old friendships and maybe some new ones as I'll be linking up with -
Catherine of Not Dressed As Lamb 
Jacqui of Mummabstylish 



Anna x

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  1. That's the beauty of these maxi dresses. The versatility to transition from warmer to colder weather Anna. I love how you styled it. Also, could there be a more perfect dress for the christmas period? That's beautiful xx

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    1. I think I'll be layering up so that these dresses can run and run... Cheers Laurie, I'm delighted with the Christmas day frock x

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  2. Love your last dress - but have I missed something ? Unable to see where you found it. Still as you say a great dress for Christmas Day.
    Regards - Jill stylishatsixty
    www.stylishatsixty.wordpress.com

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    1. Sorry Jill, I left the charity shop label on - it was £6.50 and was a vintage find x

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  3. That is a fantastic Christmas dress! I look forward to see you style it. Also love that wool skirt. If you want to meet new friends, I'll invite you to my Fancy Friday link up party!

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    1. Thank you Nancy - I ought to pop over to join in!
      I fancy that you'd wear the wool skirt better than me with those fabulous legs of yours x

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  4. Love all you finds, especially the last gorgeous piece- fabulous find hun. Jacqui x

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    1. I'm so pleased to have found this. At the bargain price of £6.50 you can't really go wrong can you?

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    2. Do pop by Anna, You're featured favourite this week on the #linkup xx :-)

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    3. How lovely of you Jacqui, thanks I'm heading right across!

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  5. I love your preloved finds particularly- that Tu blouse is my favourite. My nan had that Laura Ashley jumper- I have a picture of her in it somewhere! It makes me feel so nostalgic and feel a wave of love for her! The Steve Madden trainers are super!

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    1. I'm delighted to know that my wave of nostalgia has a common appeal. I have plans to do a smart/casual thing with the trainers ... Lovely to hear from you x

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  6. Big fan of the Doc Martens-like shoes with that gorgeous dress, Anna! Thank you for showing off your haul - I loved seeing all the things you found. I'm enamoured with the blue leopard top, but that vintage dress takes all the (Christmas) cake! Can't wait to see how you style that up.

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    1. I recall that you wear floral Doc Martens for your walk to and from work - glad you approve of these white variation. I'm quite excited to style up that Christmas frock!

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  7. Ahhhhh.... I LOVE your new trainers AND that Laura Ashley old-school jumper.
    I recently bought a nostalgia cardigan (my husband hates it) I LOVE it so I hear you loud and clear!!!
    A great Haul. XXX

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    1. The trainers are rather fab aren't they Sam? And yes, you can't beat a touch of nostalgic fashion can you x

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  8. Oh goodness but I've missed YOU Anna, and of course your stylings as well:-)
    Your recent shopping was certainly a great success. I'd happily take 90% of these little treasures off your hands!
    I LOVE the snake print dress. The colors are so pretty and subtle and I had no idea that there was black in the print until that close up shot! The white boots are a cool but also humorous vibe (a favorite style mood for me) and the oversized blazer brings the contradictory formality back into the mix. FABULOUS!!!

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    1. Hello my darling, and how I've missed your input! Thank-you for your wonderful observations. I'm delighted that the humour of the boots isn't lost on you. The dress is very smart for work, but by adding these funky boots it's suddenly a fun outfit too. Welcome back - do come again soon! xxx

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  9. So fabulous outfit!, love your summery dress with those white boots and golden belt, both of them enhance the print of the dress so nicely. And love your jacket too, it looks stunning with the dress. You've restyled this summery dress so wisely!, so modern and chic!
    And so many fab purchases, all of them look really appealing and interesting!. Looking forward to see them 'in action'. Those sneakers are really cool!
    besos

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    1. I'm delighted with the positive feedback this outfit has received, and thank you for all of your lovely compliments too Monica. My shopping spree was such fun and I can't wait to showcase these pieces over the next few months xx

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  10. Anna, I seriously was screaming, “Yes. Yes. Yes.” as I scrolled through these images! This outfit is so amazing! The snakeskin, the tweed, those fabulous boots! Head to toe, I absolutely love this outfit!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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    1. What a fabulous reaction Shelbee - that so lovely of you! Thanks x

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  11. Lovely pattern on the dress. Great colors for you!

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