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Thursday 25 January 2018

Blue and Green should never be seen!

Hi there, how are you?  I'm still enjoying the slopes in France, I'm here for another couple of days, so I'm actually really good. 😉

I heard it said many times before that 'blue and green should never be seen'!  After seeing other bloggers addressing this issue & subsequently poo pooing the idea - because actually it worked and looks great too!  So I've tried these colours together and really like the outcome. To think all those years I've avoided pairing them - shame!



Needing a blouse to take away skiing, I picked up this charming stripy top in Primark recently.  I hadn't got any further thoughts for it other than wearing it with jeans.  That was until I got home,
then I realised it would be fabulous worn over my khaki peg trousers previously seen on my Style Steal and two ways with my khaki trousers.

Having got both khaki and mustard strips over the blouse, this could match loads of bottoms as well as jeans.  However the best bit about my new addition is the deliciously voluminous sleeves, half blouson effect from the elbow finishing at the wrist with a cuff and button-hole detail - much better for eating in if I'm honest - nothing to drag in my dinner.





First showing of my delightfully comfortable Clarks Chelsea boots that my son gave me for Christmas, he was totally spot on with his choice, getting exactly what I wanted - he, he, he - to be honest I picked them, so he had to get it right really! 😀
Navy boots were absent from my collection & have made a pleasant addition to it.   Not only mixing with so many outfits in my wardrobe but also very agreeable to my feet!



Again I borrowed Esther Ruby's coat, because it's the ideal colour to compliment today's outfit and kept me warm as toast when we took the photos!  I could also have chosen my navy blue reefer jacket or possibly a camel toned coat, both would work superbly well - I might have to give them a try.  What would you pair with this?


Trousers from Dorothy Perkins
Blouse from Primark
Boots from Clarks
Coat from River Island - belongs to Esther Ruby.

Now do you follow the myth that blue and green shouldn't be seen, or would you wear these colours together?  Let me know what you think.

Thanks for stopping in on my blog today, hope you'll follow my skiing antics on IG - it going to be fun!

Photos by Esther Ruby - thanks so much. X

See you on Monday, when you'll be seeing a sad MummaB, you see I'll have returned from the slopes and will be back to reality! Boo!

Bye, bye for now. X




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26 comments

  1. Blue and green together... I love it. You look amazing Jaqui. The colour of this coat is adorable.
    XO Tina

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  2. I love blue and green! In spring collection s I ve already seen a lot of turquoise and green, which is fantastic too! Enjoy the last days of your holiday!

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    1. Glad you do Nancy, I'll have a lookout for these colour mixes too! Skiing was very enjoyable. x

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  3. You're right...it's a fabulous color combo, Jacqui and you wear it so well!!
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Thank you Jodie, glad you agree with me, kind words my friend. x

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  4. I've always loved blue and green together - I think it's a great combination so I don't understand where this silly old wive's tale came from!! I LOVE your boots, they're fabulous.
    Suzy xx
    www.suzyturner.com

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    1. Thanks so much Suzy, kind words and I'm so glad you agree. x

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  5. These 2 colors go beautifully together! I love the olive green pants, they look so great on you!

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    1. Oh you're so kind, glad you agree. Many thanks Laura. x

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  6. I love blue and green together. It is funny how so many of those things we used to think were not allowed are now perfectly normal! You look great and I really like this outfit. Those shoes and blouse are fabulous! Have a great weekend. - Amy
    http://stylingrannymama.com/

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    1. Yep you're so right, like white jeans in the winter along with blue and black! Have a super week too Amy. x

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  7. I love your top dear.
    It looks so casual chic.

    Much Love, Jane | The Bandwagon Chic
    New Vlog Entry!

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  8. So glad you took the plunge! This is a terrific look and those booties are fab. Thanks for linking up, xo

    -Patti
    http://notdeadyetstyle.com

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    1. Glad that you agree, I'm so pleased with how it looks - will wear again for sure. x

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  9. Blue and green look lovely together. I love your coat, great colour Jacqui :) Thanks for joining us at The Weekend blog hop.

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    1. Many thanks Claire. So pleased with the outcome. x

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  10. They look so good together! I love the stripes and how it breaks up the color combo a bit.

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

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    1. Too kind Ruth, I'm so pleased with this outfit, it's worked well for me. x

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  11. I love the color combination Jacqui, and your striped shirt is lovely! Love the sleeves.
    jess xx
    thanks for linking1
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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    1. Too kind Jess, glad you agree with me. It's such a cute blouse isn't it! x

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  12. I remember my nan saying that about blue and green but I think they look great together. It was once a no-no to wear pink with red - another of my favourite colour pairings! I love your blouse, the sleeves are fab. The mix of colours gives you plenty of options too - I think a navy peacoat would look great...when the weather isn't so cold! Thanks for linking up!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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    1. Mine too Emma, I reckon it's a winner so will be wearing it and other styles again. x

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