When it rains ...




Hello again! Today I'm working on the principle of When life gives you lemons, except I've applied that to rain. My outfit choice was led completely by the need to take some photos for the blog despite the rain, plus the fact that the only umbrella I could find was this tartan one.




So, apart from the addition of a brolly, I've been chomping at the bit to bring out some of my festive clothes. Much like the sudden crop of Christmas decorations appearing both indoors and outdoors across the land, I'm keen to have this dazzling distraction from the woes that plague us currently. Therefore, I shall be littering the blog for the next few weeks with lurex and glitter, tartan and fur, and even the odd very cheesy Christmas jumper! 




But let's start with today's offering. This feather trimmed tartan shift dress was a Zara purchase some years ago. It's a wonderful twist on what is a simple shape made glamorous by the addition of feathers. 




I've layered it up with an M&S long sleeved thermal top and thick thermal tights, finishing with these rather fabulous tartan ankle boots also by M&S.  I love a bit of tartan at the best of times and it warms my heart how much we associate these checks or plaid (depending on where in the world you live) with Christmas. As a Scottish exile, it's wonderful to wear my national cloth with pride at this time of year. I have a real McCoy tartan kilt lined up for you, brought up to speed with an unconventional partner - so please keep coming back to see that!






Do you remember when you were young being asked what you want to be when you grow up? Well, I've just discovered that I want to be the Instagram fashion icon Blair Eadie. I hope you'll take a moment to click on the link to see what a delight this woman is. It's not her model girl figure, nor her youth that I hanker after, but the absolute magic she conjures up with her style. She covers every trend, colour and fashion turning them into a confection of playfulness and joy; in fact most of the time she does look utterly edible! When she does understatement it's sleek and sublime and likewise when she goes big, then it's totally fabulous! I realise how unachievable this level of perfection is, but it's so good to have a dream. We all need a bit of style inspiration and golly, this girl is mine.






Accessories are: rings pre-loved and Tree of Life pendant was a boutique purchase, but is old. Umbrella was from our local chemist on St Mary's.








My thanks go again to Sasha for her time taking these soggy day shots. I'll leave you with this atmospheric scene looking towards Samson island. 




Thanks for joining me. See you again soon!

Anna x

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  1. Rain or no rain, your outfit featuring that fabulous tartan umbrella, did bring a bit of virtual sunshine to my day! Just brilliant, Anna! xxx

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    1. Oh thank you Ann! I do like the notion of a rainy day feature spreading some sunshine xx

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  2. Oh Anna, you have me smiling here!
    I have to say that I love that dress; I have it too!
    Fabulous tartan boots with a very Scottish umbrella.. perfect.
    X

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    1. Hurrah for us that we have the same dress! Look out for the kilt feature coming along soon ... xx

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  3. Oh, me too! I'll be stepping up the bling game, and piling on the sparkle this season, Anna! I adore this fun dress - the FEATHERS slay me! Tartans are one of my favourite patterns, and they are SO evocative of the festive season.

    Bling on, my lovely!

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    1. Cheers Sheila - we do love our tartan don't we? And bling on to you my lovely! Wishing you a fabulously festive week xx

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  4. Oh no those tartan able boots again! Please get rid of them, they don't suit you...... I know someone who wants them😂😂😂joking of course, I adore those booties! Blairs style is always wowing isn't it! Have a great weekend.

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    1. Yes, I recall you do have a hankering after these fab tartan booties and who can blame you?
      Wishing you a great week xx

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  5. Ah, that outfit is utterly sublime!!! It really is a wonderful combination- I adore red tartan and I really like that dress with its feathered hem! The M&S booties are marvels too!x

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    1. Aw, so very kind of you Kezzie! Isn't it great to have such a legitimate excuse for our dressing up xx

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  6. Love tartan and love your dress and its fab feathers trim!, it makes a difference.
    Your accessorizing is so brilliant!
    Thanks for discovering this inspiring lady to me, so colourful and amazing!
    besos

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    1. Blair is an absolute dream isn't she Monica? I'm so pleased you love her too xxx

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