tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post1404577367944912986..comments2024-03-28T12:43:21.347+00:00Comments on Anna's Island Style: Brooch pile revisedAnna's Island Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-91914049294291808592016-09-03T16:18:31.641+01:002016-09-03T16:18:31.641+01:00At the same time I was conjuring this idea up, so ...At the same time I was conjuring this idea up, so was my blogging friend Suzanne Carillo. We had a race to the finish line with both of our versions on Instagram now. I adore the jacket and the notion of all the stories is so lovely.<br />Anna x Anna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-58836982258018273902016-08-11T19:04:28.792+01:002016-08-11T19:04:28.792+01:00So clever! All these broaches you have applied her...So clever! All these broaches you have applied here, each one with it's little bit of history. The dress is stunning too.xVanity And Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14724087064353830994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-63725530239340176142016-08-11T19:02:11.597+01:002016-08-11T19:02:11.597+01:00So clever! All these broaches you have applied her...So clever! All these broaches you have applied here, each one with it's little bit of history. The dress is stunning too.xVanity And Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14724087064353830994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-78792620225521051662016-08-08T22:54:36.431+01:002016-08-08T22:54:36.431+01:00Well isn't that dandy! Now I'll have to ma...Well isn't that dandy! Now I'll have to make a bit more effort and get pinning a few more myself. Thanks so much for dropping by and leaving a comment. Have a lovely week x<br />AnnaAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-29641202152518891982016-08-08T22:52:58.577+01:002016-08-08T22:52:58.577+01:00Hopefully this has inspired you to do something si...Hopefully this has inspired you to do something similar Marilee. I know Pinterest is a massive catalogue of everything creative, but really never have the time to spare and browse as much as I'd like to. Have a wonderful week x<br />AnnaAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-1684652237652927792016-08-08T22:50:00.555+01:002016-08-08T22:50:00.555+01:00Thanks Andrea. The dress and jacket really gave me...Thanks Andrea. The dress and jacket really gave me such a buzz that day - I think they so work well together and am delighted that you agree x<br />Have a fab week!<br />AnnaAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-17982213446724366972016-08-08T22:48:14.675+01:002016-08-08T22:48:14.675+01:00Bring it on! We really ought to get these jackets ...Bring it on! We really ought to get these jackets all showcased together sometime! Perhaps you could send me a photo for me to feature?<br />Anna xAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-15370200869474380792016-08-08T22:46:57.457+01:002016-08-08T22:46:57.457+01:00I'd love to see your version of this too. It s...I'd love to see your version of this too. It seems that Suzanne really has started something here - I only jumped on her bandwagon! Have a great week x<br />AnnaAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-42932309138458022602016-08-08T13:45:22.278+01:002016-08-08T13:45:22.278+01:00LOVING the brooches on the jacket! I am "pinn...LOVING the brooches on the jacket! I am "pinning" your look to try it myself!peacockfairyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03146229719855348612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-42006397326336544932016-08-07T05:15:34.152+01:002016-08-07T05:15:34.152+01:00The bits and baubles denim jacket is so much fun! ...The bits and baubles denim jacket is so much fun! You got me thinking about the variety of ways you could add texture and dimension. Jean jackets have always had a bit of a "blank canvas" in my view. So far I've only enhanced one but I've seen many that are really wonderful on Pinterest and also in magazines. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12805018984730152651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-248653033018071942016-08-07T05:13:27.475+01:002016-08-07T05:13:27.475+01:00The bits and baubles denim jacket is so much fun! ...The bits and baubles denim jacket is so much fun! You got me thinking about the variety of ways you could add texture and dimension. Jean jackets have always had a bit of a "blank canvas" in my view. So far I've only enhanced one but I've seen many that are really wonderful on Pinterest and also in magazines. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12805018984730152651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-33952685377826025972016-08-06T22:09:55.801+01:002016-08-06T22:09:55.801+01:00The jacket looks fabulous! Glad you are satisfied ...The jacket looks fabulous! Glad you are satisfied with yourself! :-)<br /><br />And I love the dress - great cut & print! <br /><br />Have a wonderful weekend! <br /><br />Andrea<br /><a href="http://www.andreaswellnessnotes.com" rel="nofollow">Andrea’s Wellness Notes</a>Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08882349728914726613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-81470910794763435902016-08-06T17:10:58.107+01:002016-08-06T17:10:58.107+01:00Great idea. I have got quite a few brooches, some ...Great idea. I have got quite a few brooches, some of them seldom if ever worn. A little group of them would be worth a try.Colours and Textureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12792990102218724187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-78225868410110835982016-08-06T06:59:31.636+01:002016-08-06T06:59:31.636+01:00So happy to have not only your approval of this lo...So happy to have not only your approval of this lovely item, but also some styling suggestions too Sheela. Thanks! Have a great weekend x<br />AnnaAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-6422508484936203262016-08-06T06:57:15.971+01:002016-08-06T06:57:15.971+01:00Glad you like the jacket Veronica. She shoes are a...Glad you like the jacket Veronica. She shoes are a fluke - they just happen to match the dress beautifully! Hope you're enjoying your holiday x<br />AnnaAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-19001242277575808712016-08-06T06:55:01.722+01:002016-08-06T06:55:01.722+01:00Come on Sheila, I'd love to see your version! ...Come on Sheila, I'd love to see your version! I fancy you may be on vacation currently so it could be a little project for you... Glad you like the dress. I recently opened up the back seam to give a little slit thus making it easier for walking. I've heard of wiggle dresses, but that was so tight it was ridiculous!<br />Anna xAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-4184812815706850382016-08-06T06:50:17.562+01:002016-08-06T06:50:17.562+01:00This is now officially my brooch pile jacket, so t...This is now officially my brooch pile jacket, so there's no need to take them on and off. That was the whole point in trying to get the combination right - now I can hang it up and be satisfied with it. Great to hear from you again x<br />AnnaAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-14594633062946635992016-08-06T06:46:04.454+01:002016-08-06T06:46:04.454+01:00I agree Suzanne. I'm never going to be someone...I agree Suzanne. I'm never going to be someone who just "settles". I'd much rather challenge myself to be the best me I can be! This final version is finally good enough. Thanks for your comments x<br />AnnaAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-18122201664485054692016-08-06T06:41:39.620+01:002016-08-06T06:41:39.620+01:00Praise indeed from a true brooch connoisseur, than...Praise indeed from a true brooch connoisseur, thanks! I hope that the packing went well and that you have all that you need on board. I can't wait to give you a tour of the island next week. Have fun!<br />Anna xAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-25649322504881099192016-08-06T01:20:58.081+01:002016-08-06T01:20:58.081+01:00Da'yum. That is one bedazzled garment. And it...Da'yum. That is one bedazzled garment. And it looks really good, Anna!! I'd love to see it with one of your funky printed pants or leather numbers :)Sheela Gohhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09852476159772080958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-90126749066033617052016-08-06T00:27:32.300+01:002016-08-06T00:27:32.300+01:00Love the brooch jacket!
The dress is gorgeous on ...Love the brooch jacket!<br /><br />The dress is gorgeous on you and you have matching shoes! Lovely summery outfit.<br /><br />xxxVronni's Style Meanderingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17122302881528071270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-45155743506112650532016-08-05T17:56:39.527+01:002016-08-05T17:56:39.527+01:00I have been collecting various pins and patches an...I have been collecting various pins and patches and bits and bobs for decorating my jean jacket, but I never quite get around to it. Must drag that project back into the light, although I fear it will not live up to this bedazzled sparkly wonder!<br /><br />Love that glorious dress, Anna! Perfect for summer. Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-72857836133507415092016-08-05T15:48:39.707+01:002016-08-05T15:48:39.707+01:00Wowza---that is extraordinary!!
I have to ask---d...Wowza---that is extraordinary!! <br />I have to ask---do you leave the brooches on the jacket? Or take them on & off each time?<br />jodie<br />www.jtouchofstyle.comJodie's Touch of Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16453914318183037853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-13935637651078568182016-08-05T13:31:05.162+01:002016-08-05T13:31:05.162+01:00Being in competition with oneself can be exhaustin...Being in competition with oneself can be exhausting as we are never satisfied, however I do find it often promotes creativity. <br /><br />Love how this turned out. <br /><br />bisous<br />Suzanne<br />http://www.suzannecarillo.comSuzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03891315017218863243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-27347817268820828222016-08-05T12:03:07.303+01:002016-08-05T12:03:07.303+01:00Greetings from Invergordon Anna!! I'm just dri...Greetings from Invergordon Anna!! I'm just driving back to the ship from a tour. Your brooch jacket is a triumph!!! It looks absolutely amazing covered in such gorgeous glitteries!! <br />Not surprised at the compliments!! Looking forward to seeing you in a week!!x Kezziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15705356707599121605noreply@blogger.com