Hello again! How's your weekend gone? I'm having my first good day in ages and have managed to get some blog photos done as well as a few chores at home. It's good to know that I'm getting back on track.
You may remember seeing me wearing this Topshop dress in the summer. I styled it then with white footwear too (see here). I bought the dress way back in June and it has received so many compliments over the months. I'm such a convert to the ease of wearing an all-in-one, whether it's dungarees or a dress; I just love not having to worry about matching separates. I'd like to think that's because I'm busy, not lazy!
The white patent boots by Marco Tozzi are a recent purchase from TK Maxx and were £34.99.
The tweed jacket is pre-loved, the brand is Next and such a great classic piece. I've had it for over a year and yet this is the first time I've worn it. Not sure why it's taken me so long. It fits really well and is great for this time of year.
I swapped the belt over and replaced it with this charity shop one which picks up the gold and white of the dress.
The silver ring with gold etching is by Diana Porter, the flower ring is pre-loved.
I'll not keep you waiting any longer ... Here's my little bit of shopping from Truro recently. I succumbed to both high street fashion and pre-loved pieces from my top charity shops in the town. I'm pleased with the balance and collection that came together over the few days I was there.
This lovely velvet jacket is the start of my charity shopping finds. It was originally from Debenhams and cost £4.
The over-sized shirt was £5. I like the idea of a polo neck underneath this for the colder months and then it can be worn alone as the weather warms up again.
This cotton jumper is a nostalgic piece. I used to have a similar one way back in the 80's and foolishly passed it on to one of our jumble sales. I've no idea how I'll style it, but am delighted to have acquired a replacement. Good old Laura Ashley!
The Tu blouse cost £3. At that price I thought it would add a ray of sunshine to my winter wardrobe.
This hand knitted cardigan appeals again from a nostalgic point of view. The baby blue colour will be great to wear with jeans over a thermal top for those chilly autumn days. Worth the £3.50 it cost, without a doubt.
I'm sure this pre-loved stretch jersey shirt will be a useful addition to my collection of tops. It's from M&S, and cost me £4.50.
The woollen skirt is also pre-loved and again from M&S - it cost me £5.
And so, on to the high street purchases next. This cute tweed mini skirt is from F&F at Tesco, costing £15.
The blue leopard print top was from TK Maxx, costing £19.99. Love it!
This cute navy, white and red dress is from Primark at £15. Worn it already with a cream polo neck underneath.
Another Primark purchase. I fancy that I'll keep this one back for wearing over the festive period.
Please tell me that you love these as much as I do! By Steve Madden, they were from TK Maxx, reduced to £34.99.
And last but by no means least, this beautiful vintage dress has solved my dilemma as to what to wear on Christmas day. In the traditional red, green and gold, I just couldn't resist the charm of this lovely gauzy frock. A gold belt and some glitzy shoes will transform it into something very a la Anna's Island Style!
This week I'll be chasing up some old friendships and maybe some new ones as I'll be linking up with -
Patti of Not Dead Yet Style
Catherine of Not Dressed As Lamb
Jacqui of Mummabstylish
Anna x
