... because I am above average height (5'7"), but Amazonian only when wearing 5" platform heels. And there are swallows on my top. Score!
This top was picked up from my fave supermarket clothing section (they truly have some little gems for next-to-nothing) - it worked perfectly with my neon-trimmed ASOS blazer and floral scarf. I haven't done any pattern mixing for a little while, so I threw in my ready-made pattern-mixed scarf (stripes and florals) with the swallows... so that's actually three patterns in all.
And I'm finally getting more adventurous with my nails - I knew all that Pinning would pay off eventually.
Are you all well and having a wonderful weekend I hope? Thanks so much for stopping by!
Blazer: ASOS, Top: F+F at Tesco, Jeans: Miss Sixty, Wedges: Levi's, Scarf: F+F at Tesco, Bracelets: New Look / Debenhams, Watch: Jasper Conran at Debenhams, Rings: ASOS / ASOS, Nails: Rimmel Camouflage Chic similar / Nails Inc Black Taxi
Linking up to:
Visible Monday at Not Dead Yet Style
Monday Mingle at Glamamom
What I Wore Wednesday at The Pleated Poppy
Trend of the Month: Pattern Mixing at Marionberry Style
Love the cardigan and the nails..I will have a post this week with a grey and non trimmed top...
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Sheree x
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And I've seen it!! We look like we went shopping together ;)) xoxo
DeleteAhh - I cannot believe you found that pretty blouse at the supermarket! How do you do it?? Lovely look, Catherine.
ReplyDeleteI love this outfit! Your swallow top is so pretty and I love how clasehed prints by teaming it with that gorgeous scarf. I also love your nails, inspired :)
ReplyDeleteTake care, Daniella xox
Girl, you are a natural with the nail art! Bravo!!! I feel the same way about Pinterest... There's so much pinning to do that I forget to turn my pin board inspiration into an actual reality ;) Teehee. Looking lovely as always... Have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeletexoxo, Blair
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Thank you Blair - you are the queen of the mani so that's great coming from you!! C x
Deleteyour outfit is awesome but those nails are even more awesome. I hope you have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteYou look fabulous in those jeans. I can't believe you're 40 with that bod!
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Jessica you are waaaaay too kind - but I am also very, very flattered! Thank you! xoxo
DeleteLove this top-- perfect with the lovely green accent.
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Remy
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You should've heard me when I was reading this post/surveying your outfit. It was something like, "Ooh, that's really cute! ...ooh, that's cute too! Oh my gosh, her nails..." This is definitely an A+ outfit. :)
ReplyDeleteVeralynn
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Haha I do that with lots of blogs, too, Veralynn...! thanks so much x
DeleteA nice outfit and delicate. Soft and beautiful tones. The jacket and shirt are great. Nails are a work of art.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful scarf. You would fit right in if you visited Paris.
ReplyDeleteParis - wow!! Thank you Kathleen! xo
DeleteCongratulations on finding that cute top! It works so well with the scarf, I love it! The wedges are great! You must have an incredibly steady hand to do those nails?! I looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteLove the outfit and your nails are amazing!
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Hi Susan - thank you so much!! xo
DeleteThat top is so cute!
ReplyDeleteLovely outfit! Great pictures too :)
ReplyDeleteLana, xo
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entire outfit looks GREAT...love those wedges and your nails are to die for...I am always jealous of fabulous nails...but mine chip within the DAY I get them done, so it just never seems worth it. Sigh.
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What a cute blouse!!
ReplyDeleteThis is a wonderful look for you. Oooh, pretty fingernails!
ReplyDeleteI love how relaxed this outfit is w the gray soft blazer and denims...but how the top keeps it feminine and fun.
ReplyDelete<3 Cambria
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What a gorgeous smile! You look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteJeannie, thank you so much...!!
DeleteThis is perfect from head to toe (or tail feathers!). Happy Monday Mingle!
ReplyDeleteNicole
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love the mani!
ReplyDeleteXo Megan
The heels don't look that tall! It's a cute outfit, but the mani is my favorite detail.
ReplyDeleteI think bird prints are a sort-after trend this season. I'm glad you have one too =)
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You look great! I love the colors in this outfit!
ReplyDeleteApril
Love the swallow top! So pretty. I love everything about this look, but especially the nails! Very, very cool!
ReplyDeleteHaha, yes! Pinning inspires me too! Love the nails and you mix patterns well:)
ReplyDeleteAesthetic Lounge
I love everything about this outfit! This printed top is so unique. :)
ReplyDelete-Mary @ stylethatmoves.blogspot.com
Thank you Mary, and welcome!! C x
DeleteThat blazer is so unbelievably awesome! I just adore it! Love the pattern mixing between the scarf and the top...so fun! And those shoes are amazing!
ReplyDeleteThe print on your top is SO cute and I love your blue tipped manicure! I'm a new follower :)
ReplyDelete-Sharon
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Welcome, Sharon - and thank you!! xo
DeleteThat shirt was a find, and I love your nails. Were they hard to do? I tend to struggle on doing my own french manicure. I might have to give it a try.
ReplyDeleteCarrie
Thanks Carrie... I have improved big time with french manicures, but that's only through a lot of practice! My best tips are:
Delete1. Load just the right amount of polish onto the brush - I can't tell you how much, that's just trial and error (sorry)
2. When painting the tip, don't try to paint the line in one go straight across. Start from the outside of the nail and paint to the middle, then quickly reload the brush with polish and paint from the other outer side of the nail to meet the polish in the middle and it should blend in... I hope that makes sense.
Basically - practice makes perfect! xoxo
I love how you tied your scarf in this outfit. Perfect for summer in New England (where I am). Definitely going to try that out!
ReplyDeleteHannah Tattoos and Pearls
That mani kicks arse!
ReplyDeleteI adore your denim wedge sneakers, especially the red piping!
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