Weekend wear




Yay, here comes the weekend!




The weather has changed dramatically again from the lovely spring days of last week to the Westerly gales bringing not just rain but also hail, blasting us here in the Southwest over the past few days. Different weather means different outfits too! It's funny how even during lockdown I've still punctuated my days with weekend wear being a tad more relaxed. This all black look is a bit different for me and was actually my alternative outfit for a recent faux leather challenge - see what I opted for here




The black longer length hoodie is another new piece never shown before. It's by DKNY Sport and was a joyful find in TK Maxx a couple of years ago for the ridiculous price of £8. The fabric is a lovely soft velour with the DKNY logo in tiny print across the whole fabric. The kangaroo pouch pocket is great for stashing all sorts of random bits and pieces or just for slouchy hands.




The faux leather biker jeans are by H&M and are years old now, goodness knows how many. I love the heavy duty knee patches on them which just add a bit of extra interest to what would otherwise just be black jeans. The floral boots are from Primark and were a hand-me-down from my daughter. I seem to have worn them lots this winter without them making it onto the blog. Sorted now!




This carefree pose belies the fact that I'm having a bit of a wobble about returning to work. I think I've become institutionalised during these long weeks at home. What seemed like lots of time to do deep cleaning, de-junking, in-depth admin and shredding of paperwork never mind that glorious sewing project, and daily swimming and even walking - what happened?! I've only achieved a fraction of what I had planned. Oh, I've loved being at home! 




As my start back day rattles wildly towards me, I'm going to use that knowledge to settle down and get some stuff done. I know, I know, I know - I'll be fine when the time comes to be a Gallery Manager again. I just want to finish some bits and bobs before the madness of another season hits me.




Anyway, enough of that! What do you think about these fab rings? Both metal; one silver and the other a black metal finish but looking like perfect partners. I found them in charity shops (of course), one in Truro and the other in Harrogate. My old faithful sunglasses are from (all together now) Quay Australia. The silver necklace is from Melissa James jewellery.




At the moment the whole island of Tresco is gearing up to re-opening. In a month's time we should all be ready for the big welcome back to our guests. So, in the meantime I'd better knuckle down and get some more of my to-do list done. What about you? Will you be going back to work or staying at home? Have you enjoyed lock-down or are you chomping at the bit to return to normality? Please share, I'd love to hear how it's been for you.

                                                                                              Anna x

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12 comments

  1. It's kind of a confucian to see you in all black. Don't get me wrong, i love to wear black. And before blogging I only wore black. But you without a print or color is new to me. Love the outfit though, cool!

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    1. I suppose that's the whole point of my particular style of blogging; to keep mixing things up and trying out new things.

      Cheers x

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  2. Going back to work at the breakneck pace I used to work at is now terrifying to me! I'm used to having an extra 2 days off a week, and I like the slower pace. I probably have until late summer before my whole office comes back, but it's going to be really jarring. I'm not looking forward to it, so I totally feel where you're coming from, Anna!

    Your black outfit is wonderfully deep and rich, and I bet it feels like some badass armour! You look fantastic - it's a nice change from colour colour colour.

    Have an awesome weekend, my dear friend!

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    1. Thanks Sheila. It did feel very different to have an all black day.

      The gift of time has been an amazing opportunity and one that I'll never forget x

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  3. Very different to see you without colour Anna.
    That said, I love the longline top and the cosy material; it looks super comfy. Great jeans too.
    Lucky you to inherit those fab boots. They really are quite funky. X

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    1. Thanks Phyl. The whole look was all about comfort over style and those boots are so blooming comfy!

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  4. I can't wait for TK Maxx to re-open. It will most probably be the first shop I will go to. I buy a lot of DKNY soft furnishings from there too. An unusual look from you Anna but a good one as always xx

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    1. How envious am I at the thought of a rummage around TK Maxx!

      Have a good week x

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  5. wow, you're looking lovely in this casual&cool outfit, love your hoodie and those cute boots. These rings rock!
    And totally understand these feelings about coming back to work full time! as I've been at home for some months and enjoyed it (despite couldn't fulfill most of my projects, but it was such a nice time at home). Now I'm working and feel overwhelmed!, but I hope I'll be ok in a few weeks for sure!
    besos

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    1. Cheers Monica. I feel for you as I worry that I too will be overwhelmed when I get back into the workplace. The juggling that was once normal seems like a dreadful thought at the prospect. Thanks for your honest input x

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  6. Love this look, very comfortable. I've been living in jeans and tracksuits. Jacqui x

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    1. Jeans and trackies have become almost a uniform for most of us my friend. Don't feel that you're out of step x

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