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Thursday 17 August 2017

Grey - working well with Citrine and Teal.

Morning all, how are we all doing today?
Lets hope you're all having fun, especially if you're here in the UK - managing to dodge the rain!

Whilst shopping with my girls last week, this over fifty fashion blogger couldn't help but check out the colour matching on display in some stores, one combination in particular caught my eye and I had to do 'that blogging thing' and take a photo.  With my girls calling out "oh she's blogging again" so with getting a few stares I proceeded to take a couple of snaps.
Always on the lookout for new colour mixes I knew I had to try and emulate this interior design in a  fashion outfit.
Here's what I saw  ......
Grey, Citrine and Teal.



How great are these colours next to each other?  There's an outfit in there somewhere....
Let's set to work!
With grey as a base & the additions of teal and citrine, I think this will work.  Having already got a Citrine sleeveless blouse at home, all I now need is something grey.... now where did I put those grey trousers??

Finding the trousers in the bottom of my wardrobe I'm so glad I didn't put them in the charity bag!
Petrol blue was the other colour to find and this I did with my necklace.  Haven't got the foggiest idea where it came from, & not caring because my outfit was complete, like the final piece of a jigsaw.














How's this for a great match - Emily's sunglasses were the perfect colouring and fitted right in with my colour scheme.





So you see you can gain inspiration and ideas from your everyday surroundings, sometimes it's nice to just wander the shops awakening our inner creativity & stimulating our minds - and don't forget it's cheaper than actually buying!

Trousers old from BHS
Top from Next (similar here)
Necklace old (similar I love)
Shoes old from Deichmann (Love these)
Bag from  Jaeger (something smaller here)
Sunglasses from Emily - H & M

Photos today taken by Emily - thanks my darling. X

Have you gotten ideas from your surroundings or from store displays?  I'd love to hear from you if you have, maybe will give me some more ideas to muse over.


Until Monday, thanks so much for taking the time to visit my blog.
Hope you'll be back to view my Style Steal. Who's it going to be? 
You can catch last months lucky lady here.

Bye, bye ... X





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38 comments

  1. That is a fantastic inspiration! Shows that we dont always need the magazines! Inspiration comes from every thing! And what a beautiful scenery!

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    1. Many thanks Nancy, I got another great idea today whilst I was out shooting more photos. Hope that combo will work out too!

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  2. Super outfit, so wearable. Great sourcing of inspiration, Jacqui!

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    1. Many thanks Mary, you're too kind as always. x

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  3. Don't you love it when you get ideas from totally different avenues!!
    Did I tell you about the time, I got the idea to pair zebra with hot pink from the toddler in church next to me??
    This is a great outfit, Jacqui!!
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Yes I sure do, I got another great idea today - hope that will come to fruition soon! x

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  4. Yellow and gray have always been one of my favorite combos and I will admit I mainly see it with interiors. You've nailed it-I think I have done yellow and grey stuff-may have to try it-great inspiration.

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    1. Thanks so much Terri, I'm so pleased with how this turned out. x

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  5. Great idea to get colour inspo this way. Will keep my eyes open while out shopping!

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    1. Thanks Gail, yes I'm keeping watching as well - stay tuned for another idea soon x

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  6. These colours work really well together and really suit you Jacqui. The Pantone trends follow the same for interior as for fashion and this is a great way to pick up inspo.
    www.vanityandmestyle.com

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    1. Glad you agree with me Laurie, thanks for stopping by - have a lovely week.

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  7. Such pretty colors together! I wouldn't have thought to pair it myself, but I love it!

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  8. I love this color combo. I was just looking for a rug for my office - same exact palette!

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    1. Wow I bet it was super, glad you like the combination. s

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  9. Jacqui, I love that you got this color inspiration from towels. Ha, ha. Your outfit looks divine. I love the gray trousers, heels and bag with that yellow top. The necklace is the perfect accessory. Well done! Love your pics. - Amy
    http://stylingrannymama.com/

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    1. Amy, thanks so much for your lovely comments. You're very kind x

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  10. When I worked retail I would often play off the different colored themes I would see in store. I love that you got the inspiration from the towels!

    Thanks for joining the Thursday Moda link up!

    Mary
    https://www.themarycurator.com/

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    1. Thank you for your lovely comments, I'm on the lookout for more inspiration. x

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  11. Thanks for joining the Top of the World Style linkup party with your post. You are right, grey and yellow look great together!

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    1. Thank you Nicole - glad you like this colour combo. x

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  12. With the grey colour as a base, yellow and teal is a match made in heaven. It is easy to copy a look from the fashion magazine but to find an inspiration in a day to day life is what makes fashion so amazing. Great outfit, Jacqui
    https://lookingfabulousat50.blogspot.com.au

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  13. Love the whole outfit and how you were inspired by the display. Funny how the girls do the eyeroll when WE take pictures, LOL ! Gorgeous necklace!
    xx, Elle
    http://www.theellediaries.com

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    1. You're too kind Elle - yes the kids do make me laugh when they do something it's cool, when I do the same I'm odd or embarrassing them!!! x

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  14. I love these photos! Your outfit looks great!
    Have an awesome day!
    xx Kris

    https://dreamingofpink.wordpress.com

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    1. Many thanks Kris, Hope you have a great day too. x

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  15. Such a great way to get outfit inspiration! I love your yellow top, so fun and cheerful. Yellow and grey is a favourite of mine, and I just wore a similarly colourful but with turquoise accessories instead of teal! :)

    Hope you are having a lovely weekend :)

    Away From The Blue Blog

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    1. Glad we had the same idea, looking for new inspiration everyday! Hope you have a fab week too. x

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  16. I love unusual color combinations such as this one. Your top is so pretty and looks great with your grey jeans! Perfect background for this fun look!

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    1. Thanks for stopping by Jennie - excited as I type this reply. xx

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  17. Wow, Jacqui, this color combination truly is magnificent. No wonder it caught your eye and turned into an outfit! And that blouse is just gorgeous! You should check out the Facebook page COTD Style. They offer a "Colors of the Day" combination and challenge you to create an outfit or just photograph something with the combination every weekday. I think you would love it! Thanks so much for joining my #SpreadTheKindness Link Up!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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    1. Glad you agree Shelbee. I will visit that Facebook page for sure. Many thanks my dear. x

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  18. These colours look fantastic together! I love your top and those mirrored sunnies are fab! Thanks for linking up!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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    1. Thank you too Emma, will pop by again - hope you can too. x

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