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Monday 10 April 2017

Pink - my favourite colour.

Morning, I'm having a super Monday after a great weekend.

You see I've had a very special person staying with me over the past few days, those who follow my IG might know exactly who I mean ... my princess, my one and only, my grand-daughter!  This might explain why I'm a tad late with the publishing of this blog - but better late than never - as they say!

I've had a fantastic time, had plenty of cuddles, lots of kisses and an abundance of love!
She keeps me young, playing imaginary games of shopping, tea parties, bouncing on the bed and playing with my hair rollers - what's that all about?  but never mind she's happy and that's all that matters.
I'd forgotten that things a nearly 3 year old like are quite often on repeat, from the Sausage Stew she's eaten every night for the past three  four nights, to asking what everyone's favourite colour is (mine's pink in case you don't know).  My Jacques Vert Pink Lace Dress is one example.

So with my favourite colour in mind, lets put the spotlight on pink!  Featuring it on today's Flat lay, there's a reason I've not had an #ootd today - but I'll share this later on in the week ;-)

With the weather being very typical to the UK atm, not knowing if it wants to be hot or cold!  Over the weekend we had stunning weather reaching, oh let's just say very warm, enough to wear a skirt (yes the legs came out - sorry who-ever caught sight of them) and no sleeves - yes I know can't believe some warmer weather has finally arrived.  Not sure how long the warmer climate will stay - but who cares! 

Popped into Peacocks today, literally flew in grabbed these two tops and sprinted to collect my princess.  Still haven't had time to see if they fit/look good, so dubious as to whether they'll be keepers or not! 
I'll have the answers by Thursday will it be yay or nay? - and I'd love you to check back with me then to see what the outcome is! 




Wanting bright cerise pink when I sprinted out today, but only found this little love in watermelon pink with white flowers all over it.  I can't wait to style this - will probably go for my grey skirt again, but I'm looking forward to playing around with all the matches it will make.







Pink Printer Split Sleeve Cold Shoulder.
£10







I've been wanting a black gingham top for a while now, but most I've seen have been OTS, which I'm not sure suit me, but I saw this today and knew I'd have to give it a try.  Really liking the tie detail on the arms and I can see this being worn with loads of separates - including my Grey Skirt, along with my White Jeans.  Looking forward to seeing what else I can pair it with - stay tuned folks!





Black Gingham Split Sleeve Top
£16


In the news today an Exhibition in Birmingham by Jodi Ann Bickley, with the theme being "A letter to my younger self; a letter full of hope to a stranger or a letter of guidance to a younger, lost you."
I've already done this AGES ago, if you'd like to read mine here that'll be super, and maybe a small piece of advice to younger bloggers!




Catch up again on Thursday, but I'd love to hear what you've been buying in anticipation of warmer seasons arriving, I'm wondering what you lovely bloggers will be wearing in the coming months!

Just to add, please pop over to see Jess at Elegantlydressedandstylish where she's featuring a beautiful Hand Painted Scarf.

Bye for today. X
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22 comments

  1. I just bought some red wedge espadrilles---I'm always a sucker for new shoes in the spring!!
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Super, can't wait to see them, I've bought some sandals at the weekend - comfortable and stylish - will show them on the blog soon. Hope you're well.x

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  2. Gingham is such a huge trend this year. You've pipped me to the post here Jacqui! That's gorgeous what you purchased.Will look great with your dark hair too xx
    www.vanityandmestyle.com

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    1. Thanks Laurie, can't wait to see if you get something gingham. I liked the gingham ots in F and F, but still don't think they will suit me. Can't wait to try this one out. Thanks for stopping by. x

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  3. So lovely to have the GKs, eh. Was reunited with mine yesterday now I'm back home, such fun.
    Saw BW gingham in Primark but it was a bit girlish, this Peacock looks spot on, can just see you in this. our Peacocks is integrated with supermarket, am doing my weekly shop there today (food, not weekly clothes!) Am on a skirt hunt but a gingham top may turn my eye :-). Buy has been utility jacket.

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    1. Yes, I love spending time with mine, and glad you like the tops. Hope you managed to pop over to see what they looked like Mary. Can't wait to see your jacket. x

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  4. The gingham top is fabulous. Thank you for your comment in my blog !

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    1. You're welcome Lorena, thanks for stopping by. x

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  5. Pinks and gingham are some of my all-time favorites!

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    1. Mine too Andrea, thanks for visiting today. x

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  6. I love that floral pink top! It looks so feminine for spring!

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

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  7. Love the pink top! I have a bit of pink for my Spring wardrobe. Its a fav. The gingham will go with so much, love it! I have been buying dressy and casual sandals. Cant wait to wear em!
    Thanks for linking
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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    1. I'm so pleased with both these tops, they'll get plenty of wear! Will be lovely to see how you style your purchases Jess. x

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  8. love the black and white top!
    kisses from the sandpit ❤︎
    www.mahryska.com

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    1. Hi Mahryska, glad you like this top, I'm very pleased with it. x

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  9. First up, Thank you for supporting my 2nd Loved 1st Friday linkup. It means a lot to me. So what have I been up to on the purchasing front? First, I found a fantastic white cotton wrap blouse at a charity shop that just goes with everything. I gave in to Target's Victoria Beckman collection and ordered a dress. My Target doesn't carry the special collections, so I am going to have to keep my fingers crossed that it's now too short or to big and doesn't take a lot of alternation on my part to wear it. (haven't gotten it in the mail yet) and then I'm working on a top from Vogue 9243. It has a three flounce sleeve and does have pink in the pattern (but with every other color in the rainbow!]. That's about it and thank you again for linking up. Terri

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    1. You're welcome Teresa. Your purchases sound very interesting - can't wait to see them, especially he rainbow blouse sounds lovely. x

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  10. I love the gingham top! It'll go with so many things. I'm very late to the gingham party - I need to get a cute top like that one!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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    1. Really pleased you like this top, I spotted some Gingham trousers last week, but no time to try on, will have to pop back to see what they fit like. x

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