The look is inspired by a dear friend. We were discussing our plans to clothes shop next month (me in the UK and she in Portugal) and what we hoped to buy. I was bemoaning the fact that I had missed purchasing three wonderfully bright linen summer tent dresses; one in turquoise, one in orange and the other in bright pink. Big, loose and airy for the summertime is how I described them and such a heartache that I dithered over them two years ago when I was in Truro. Her observation was that the voluminous tent dress can swamp me (and her - we're of similar heights). She suggested that I might consider figure hugging styles as they're more flattering for us, giving the illusion of being taller.
Leopard print is one of her favourite patterns, so this one is for you Bo. The skinnies are indeed figure hugging, but thankfully they do have lots of stretch. Purchased years ago from Zara, the bonus feature has to be the lovely pockets. You can't beat a good pocket can you?
The pre-loved blouse is by Boohoo and is a great match for this vivid outfit. The mix of animal and chain prints in red, black and blue work really well with the leggings.
The final dose of pattern comes by way of these M&S tartan boots, again not new, but from a few years ago.
Skinny trousers, fitted shirt and high heeled boots do give a streamline look which does help to quell the voice of the fat woman who lives in my head. Please tell me I'm not the only one to suffer from mild body dysmorphia? My lovely friend Bo has a knack of saying just the right thing to help me open my eyes to what others see. Thank-you darling!
Pre-loved rings, Primark gold chain necklace and Quay Australia sunglasses are today's accessories.
I'll be back on Monday with my fabulous fashionista friends for our monthly Style Not Age challenge. Do come and join us if you can!
Anna x
C' est une tenue magnifique, élégante et audacieuse. Merci Anna pour votre partage!
ReplyDeleteSo very kind of you. Thank you very much!
DeleteGorgeous outfit darling, great figure xx
ReplyDeleteGlad you like it Bo xxx
DeleteI also have body dysmorphia, although all these years of blogging have helped me look at my body more objectively, Anna.
ReplyDeleteI think we have nearly identical trousers! I just wore mine on Wed this past week: pic here: https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XVvxaaftYrc/YIH2M-OPa5I/AAAAAAABQyY/UbEYZ3rgt8wct6ijLCJFbMmVuRT5bj-uACLcBGAsYHQ/w370-h640/IMG_2795.JPG
Love this outfit and I have to agree with Bo: skimming the body (not necessarily tight) is much more flattering than a big swooshy tent (no matter how lovely it may feel ON). You look gorgeous in this, Anna! I love all the patterns.
Thank you for your confession - I feel less of a freak for you saying this.
DeleteMy return to the perils of shopping has me quivering with fear that I may run amok and undo all of the good work I have done over the past year. Hence the need to plan what I need, the treats I'll have and how much I ought to clear out to make space for the purchases.
I tried a tent dress, and just disappeared in it. But I do love them so much, so have to find one that looks good. Love your outfit! Hoe to see you on my Fancy Friday link up party.
ReplyDeleteWe look to be similar in shape and size too, so I understand how you would be swamped in a tent dress. x
DeleteI think that you look amazing Anna.
DeleteCelebrate your lovely figure and great sense of style. X
How very kind of you Phyl. Thanks for your encouragement xx
DeleteYou pattern mix so well Anna, love this whole look on you. Have a super week my friend - we are ever nearer to meeting up again Hun. Jacqui x
ReplyDeleteAs you know, pattern play is my favourite way to dress, so I was in my element here. I've not left the island since Feb last year and the prospect of braving the mainland is a bit scary!
DeleteYOU are the queen of the pattern matching! This just all works so well together! I really struggle with wearing skinny trousers, not because of body issues (although I don't like seeing my bum sticking out or my tummy) but because I just find them so darn uncomfortable!x
ReplyDeleteAh, you're so sweet to say that Kezzie. These skinnies do have lots of stretch otherwise I'd not be wearing them either xx
DeleteSo fabulous mixed patterns!, I love all the red colour, and love the brilliant styling!.
ReplyDeleteTotally understand the body dismorphia and negative feelings. But you're managing it well, dear Anna, and looking fabulous in body hugging styles.
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Ah, how very kind of you Monica. I know I look fine in these outfits, but the voice in my hear undermines me sometimes.
DeleteThanks xxx