Hello and happy Sunday to you all!
I've hit on a bit of a tartanfest at the moment, but there will be no apologies proffered for this. I totally love tartan! My dilemma of late has been whether to buy trousers in red or yellow tartan, but the solution was solved perfectly when I came across these on the ASOS website. Aren't they fabulous? The brand is Tripp NYC and they cost £48. This is where my normal frugal ways of charity shopping help to subsidise these real price items.
Tartan seems to be having a moment fashion-wise, but it's a forever favourite of mine, which I've chuntered on about recently, I know. Anyway, I've pretty much been searching for these jeans in either of these colourways with no success. I tried to find them in wide legged culottes too, but again they were just as elusive. It was a wee miracle to find the cool collaboration allowing me to wear both red and yellow at the same time. I'm well aware of the Marmite nature of these, but can only hope that you'll all agree that they are so very me!
These stretchy soft fabric, uber comfy trainers are from Zara, but they seem to be sold out now. I've found something similar though if you follow this link. I kinda like this skinny leg/big trainers look, but again it may not be for everyone. The one other style story I may try with these trousers though is my red sock boots - what do you think? Would two of my most favourite pieces together be too much for the fashion police? Do give me some feedback on that.
The plain black polo neck finishes the look without battling with bottom half of the outfit. I've added a simple black leather belt and black necklace as my accessories.
The necklace is by Melissa James and the rings are both pre-loved.
Today's shoot was taken at Green Beach with Blockhouse Castle over one shoulder and Blockhouse Cottages over the other. I've been swimming on this beach (on the high tide) lately as it's been stormy with the prevailing wind on the other side of the island. The sea at Appletree Bay has been too lively for me to swim safely there, but here on the leeward side of the island it was sheltered enough for me to enjoy my early morning swim as well as see the sunrise just above the cottages too.
Yesterday morning I swam in an absolute downpour which was a first for me. I've never been a fan of swimming in the rain (or more precisely trying to dry off and get dressed in the rain), but I'm currently reading a wonderful book "Wild Woman Swimming" by the late Lynne Roper and she has converted me to the joys of nature's water play. The sensation of being at eye level with the bouncing raindrops is akin to seeing Christmas lights twinkling on and off as they hit the surface of the water. Between the visual effects and the clattering noise, the experience was enlivening and left me with a real joie de vivre. I added a little clip after this swim on my Instagram feed if you want to see my afterglow.
And finally, yes I'm flying solo and today's shoot was taken not only with tripod and timer, but also using my brand new camera. It was only after taking these shots and walking home that I remembered that I'd not put the dial onto P for portrait nor had I used the telephoto lens to get some good close-ups too. This could be a steep learning curve for me. It's back to the booklet for me to learn a bit more in time for my next shoot. I was relieved however to at least have a break in the rain so that I could get outside for some new material. I do hope you've enjoyed some good weather this weekend too.
Thanks for dropping and I hope you have a lovely week!
Anna x
