Jewel Brights, our Style Not Age challenge for January


Welcome to our monthly style challenge!

Hello and thanks for joining us again for this month's Style Not Age challenge where we're featuring Jewel Brights. It's probably no surprise to you to learn that this was my choice. Who else would be proposing these colours? Needless to say this was a joyful undertaking for me; it gave me the perfect opportunity to showcase this fabulously ornate patterned skirt that does indeed shine with lots of jewel bright colours. Enraptured though I am, I'll hold back and direct us to the other ladies of the Collective first to see what they made of this theme.




Clearly Jacqui enjoyed this theme as much as I did! She's incorporated a wealth of rich and bright colours in this gorgeous outfit. Plus, she's sporting an envy-inducing tan from her recent skiing trip! Catch up on all her latest news on Mummabstylish.




Hilda struggled (she said) with this challenge, but eventually unearthed this superb ruby red coat and toning necklace which totally fit the bill. Pop over to her blog Over The Hilda to see more.




The Style Splash Emma has truly embraced Jewel Brights with this glorious emerald green trench alone, never mind all of the other colours that adorn this ensemble. Hurrah and well done I say!




Not satisfied with the vibrancy of the satin skirt, I decided to add these red cowboy boots and red glitter tights just to get the message across - I love Jewel Brights! The skirt is from TK Maxx and the brand is Urban Gypsy (I mixed the labels up with the silver trousers from my previous post). 



The boots are vintage, no label.




I found this suede crop cowboy jacket (second hand, no label) when I was on the loose in London a couple of months ago. My friend Ben had encouraged me to buy it, saying I ought to create a Dolly Parton look. 




This is my take on his suggestion.






The rich colours and pattern of this gorgeous skirt caught my eye straight away when I was browsing in TK Maxx. I know it will work well for an opening night party at the gallery this year, so do keep your eyes peeled for that. A pair of dainty high heels and perhaps a lace blouse would be equally pretty.






The gold flower ring was a Christmas present and the other was from an airport concession.




Many thanks for joining us today. Perhaps you've been inspired to run riot with some jewel brights too or maybe pick some up when you next go shopping? 



                                             Have a great week!

                                                                           Anna x

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18 comments

  1. It's a fabulous outfit Anna, and beautifully styled as always. Yes I rather liked the challenge once I got into it. Thanks for the inspiration. Jacqui x

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    1. Your fabulous tan really set off the colours of your outfit Jacqui and it all looked to beautifully thought out. Well done and hurrah for another challenge in the bag!

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  2. Such gorgeous boots and skirt. The skirt has an Indian feel to it - the colours are brilliant and will be lovely in summer as well. Happy Belated Birthday! Your birthday pants remind me of a mermaid which I think is fitting for you :) Lise

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    1. Thanks Lise. I can't wait to wear this skirt again and I'm sure you'll see it in the summer. Thanks for the birthday wishes and yes, the trousers do have a mermaid feel x

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  3. Such a beautiful skirt Anna! It works so well with the frilly blouse, cropped jacket and red boots!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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    1. Cheers Emma. The skirt was a wonderful find and perfect inspiration for this challenge x

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  4. I really like this jewel toned challenge. I cannot believe you found such a skirt, it's gorgeous! The jacket was a good find. I don't like things cropped on me, but the sleeves are nice and full without the prairie-girl vibe.

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    1. I was so lucky to come across this skirt when I did. Talk about being in the right place at the right time! Cropped jackets only work on me with certain separates and this is one of them x

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  5. I really like this jewel toned challenge. I cannot believe you found such a skirt, it's gorgeous! The jacket was a good find. I don't like things cropped on me, but the sleeves are nice and full without the prairie-girl vibe.

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  6. OMG that skirt is just out of this world. You look absolutely AMAZING. Yes I was a slow starter, but delighted with my coat in the end. That is what I love about these challenges. They make me think...

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    1. Thanks Hilda. The skirt is a winner and certainly makes me feel rather fab. It's good to have to think about our outfits like this, but thank goodness it's only once a month!

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  7. Oh, THAT SKIRT! I am in love! It is wonderful, Anna. I am also very enamoured of your "Dolly" jacket - yes, to Dolly as an inspo!

    Jewel colours shine on you, and on all of your participants! I love brights at this time of the year - they brighten up everyone's days.

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    1. Isn't it a darling of a skirt! The Dolly jacket worked out great too, thanks.

      And yes, we all need a bit of a lift at this time of year don't we xxx

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  8. WOWW, such lovely colors and gorgeous skirt!, and I love how you styled it with your 'Dolly parton' jacket, which looks adorable and fits you like a dream!
    Lovely accessorizing too!
    besos

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    1. This challenge was great fun and a the perfect excuse to go all out colour mad! The jacket was a gem of a find and something I can't wait to style up again with some trousers next time.

      Cheers for dropping by!
      xxx

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  9. I think your skirt is beautiful! Such a gorgeous skirt! So bright and pretty and I absolutely love the way you paired it with the delicate blouse and the soft suede jacket!!

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    1. The skirt was a lucky find in TK Maxx - sometimes you just hit on the right thing at the right time don't you? So lovely to hear from you Kezzie xxx

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