tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post8433852878173061437..comments2024-03-28T12:43:21.347+00:00Comments on Anna's Island Style: Do your own thing!Anna's Island Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-82845427791526955402018-05-15T22:07:27.580+01:002018-05-15T22:07:27.580+01:00You're so right Monica - self expression is th...You're so right Monica - self expression is the thing, the best reason to do what we do. Dressing up ought to be fun and this coat certainly brought out my sense of fun here.<br /><br />Have a great week!<br />Anna xAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-91385500711099368952018-05-13T18:25:56.932+01:002018-05-13T18:25:56.932+01:00mwahah, I'm glad that you purchased this lovel...mwahah, I'm glad that you purchased this lovely coat, with its fabulous print and fabulous details!, such an stunning piece and you rock it!. <br />Sometimes rules and 'flattering factor' could have an influence on our outfits, but I really believe in self expression, fun and creativity, and totally love what you wear!. <br />besosSeƱora Allnuthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01403540346998939207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-63618135616667793862018-05-05T07:28:38.056+01:002018-05-05T07:28:38.056+01:00Your observations are always so astute and resonat...Your observations are always so astute and resonate with me deeply Jude - thank you!<br /><br />I suppose I'm not one to hide my figure under big clothes ordinarily which is probably why I steer clear of smocks generally, but this coat was too pretty to miss. <br /><br />Behold, empowerment indeed my dear!<br /><br />Have a lovely weekend!<br /><br />Anna xAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-72849499205952173092018-05-05T07:22:34.195+01:002018-05-05T07:22:34.195+01:00Thanks so much Jill, I'm feeling much better n...Thanks so much Jill, I'm feeling much better now. <br /><br />The term "coming of age" is much more relevant to us now as we find out who we really are now that we're no longer held hostage to the swings of our hormones. I no longer feel the need to apologise for an outlandish outfit - it's more a case of "this is me, take it or leave it" - totally liberating!<br /><br />Anna xAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-91649543120169086902018-05-05T07:17:49.112+01:002018-05-05T07:17:49.112+01:00Turning sixty has been like passing through a magi...Turning sixty has been like passing through a magic mirror for me Mel. Peer pressure no longer exists as this age, instead I seem to encounter nothing but encouragement and I really do feel I can wear what the heck I want. Hurrah!<br /><br />Have a fab weekend!<br />Anna xAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-41997613290605032842018-05-05T07:05:08.368+01:002018-05-05T07:05:08.368+01:00I think this sense of liberation is a fair trade-o...I think this sense of liberation is a fair trade-off for all the changes we experience as we age, don't you Laurie? You know what they say, "Youth is wasted on the young!"<br /><br />Enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend!<br /><br />Anna xAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-4823687272409254252018-05-05T07:00:25.729+01:002018-05-05T07:00:25.729+01:00Glad you like it Vronni!
Wishing you a lovely we...Glad you like it Vronni! <br /><br />Wishing you a lovely weekend!<br /><br />Anna xAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-10900975128208214952018-05-05T06:55:56.696+01:002018-05-05T06:55:56.696+01:00Hurrah for the joys of getting older Sheila! You a...Hurrah for the joys of getting older Sheila! You and I certainly don't look like shy retiring wallflowers do we? I'm heading over for a big catch up with you today.<br /><br />Have a brilliant weekend!<br />Anna xAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-9592014179050260552018-05-04T07:16:26.838+01:002018-05-04T07:16:26.838+01:00This bright and happy smock coat is truly the swee...This bright and happy smock coat is truly the sweetest thing!!! I like everything about it and that includes the silhouette of your bustline. Smocks hide our curves and I think that's one of the reasons that they're appealing. They have cuteness,charm, comfort and lack sophistication. Sometimes we want to express those parts of ourselves! There's a unique joy in breaking a fashion rule. Behold, empowerment!Marilee Gramithnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-50009590958706666972018-05-03T05:02:36.877+01:002018-05-03T05:02:36.877+01:00Totally agree , the freedom of being comfortable w...Totally agree , the freedom of being comfortable with yourself and not giving a toss about those silly style rules or what others think is so liberating. <br />This little swing coat looks so good on you and no doubt will have lots of wear. The black and white with your pearls is also such a glam outfit. Hope your recovery is a speedy one. Jill. xxJill Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12393826705818799236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-54664688549284984482018-05-03T01:27:03.663+01:002018-05-03T01:27:03.663+01:00Smash those rules! Right on! This is a divine swin...Smash those rules! Right on! This is a divine swing coat and smock top underneath. It's so cool how you've combined the boldness of the coat with the more refined-feeling top with the lace detailing. Great. Yes, it is liberating when you don't care what the world thinks. Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-40804376184198706412018-05-02T23:30:44.699+01:002018-05-02T23:30:44.699+01:00Hope you're feeling better Anna. Nothing worse...Hope you're feeling better Anna. Nothing worse. That's a great saying by Lorraine and I have to say there's something about being older and not giving a damn at our age. I wished I had felt like this when I was younger!<br />Laurie xxVanity And Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14724087064353830994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-19519251989763133432018-05-02T23:29:45.314+01:002018-05-02T23:29:45.314+01:00What a fabulous coat! It looks great on you.
xxWhat a fabulous coat! It looks great on you.<br />xxVronni's Style Meanderingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17122302881528071270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020891948274286259.post-28542395910199005992018-05-02T15:52:58.765+01:002018-05-02T15:52:58.765+01:00It's true! There aren't many benefits to g...It's true! There aren't many benefits to getting older, but that boost in self-confidence is definitely one of them. I also have tended to avoid the smock/swing look but I also just bought a little swing coat! Thanks for the shout-out, hon - I have bought a Twelve by Twelve piece before - they tend to be nicer quality than the cheapass F21.Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.com