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Thursday 5 April 2018

Lotus Shoes - Houston Handbag #chicandstylish #linkup


Hello lovelies, hope you're having a fabulous week.
Rather enjoying the fact that it's been a short one after the Bank Holiday on Monday.  Meaning the weekend is nearer which is great as hubby and I are having a cheeky night away.  We'll be boarding the Kent & East Sussex steam train for a journey and meal, with a night in the local hotel.  I'm looking forward to enjoying the company, atmosphere and gourmet meal.  I'll be sharing this weekend jaunt in the next couple of weeks.

Another exciting day on Friday as it's my grandsons first birthday!  Wow that year went quickly.
So with some fun times coming up I'd like to share a fun bag with you.


On Monday I featured the fabulous wedges I've been sent from Lotus Shoes and today it's the Handbag's turn.
Having got plenty of neutral (I would say boring, but I love them all!) bags in my collection I desired something different, something brighter, something stunning, so here's where I got my wish, the Pastel Pink Houston Shoulder Bag* had everything I wanted.  Big enough for all my bits and bobs, a long handle for a shoulder bag that doubles as a cross-body, the perfect colour for spring and summer & a gorgeous cut out design that is one of my favourite looks now.  You can see my other laser cut out fancies here.
Items marked with * have been gifted to me, however these are 100% my own honest comments.


The Lotus Houston also features a textile lining incorporating three internal pockets keeping everything in place.  The Houston is also available in navy, black and pewter, so with a price tag of £65, maybe two colours might be an option. 😉


As you may well know pink is my favourite colour, any shade will do it for me!  So I don't know why it took me so long to get a pink bag into my collection, but I'm pleased to say this one is here to stay.
It's going to be perfect for shopping trips, and big enough to store shopping goodies, like make-up and jewellery.  What's more this beauty will also compliment my blush pink sling backs that I received from Lotus Shoes last year - winner!


I knew I wanted to wear my stylish Hobbs jacket again, so the outfit is based around that.  A lace pencil skirt picks up the elegant feel along with the pastel pink blouse, both colours found in my jacket.  I finished the chic look with some nude wedges, you can view the full post of these Lotus shoes here.












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Join me for the Chic & Stylish Linkup.
Please join in and link up a post or two.

Here's my favourite post from last week.
I've long been a fan of Nancy from Nancy's Fashion Style she never fails to impress me with her faultless style and on trend fashion.  I mean just look at her rocking that mini skirt - awesome or what?  This combination of navy and leopard print is on my 'to do' list, I love it.


Now let's start linking.
Here are some guidelines.
Please follow your host on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram.
Link up your fashion and beauty posts below
We all like to get compliments, so please leave a nice comment when visiting two or three blogs.
Also please include a link back to Mummabstylish blog page.
You could also share the love on social media too. X











Thanks so much for stopping by today, let me know whether this is a style of bag you'd use - I love hearing from you.

Esther Ruby took these photos for me, really appreciate your help Hun. X


Bye for today. X










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  1. I absolutely love your jacket Jacqui! It's timeless and so chic x

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    1. Awe thank you so much, that's so kind of you to say. I love the jacket and the hubby did good! x Thanks for joining the #chicandstylish #linkup.x

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  2. Hi Jacqui, thanks for the reminder. I forgot what day it is with the children off school and Easter. Great look, I have a skirt like yours but never where it as I do not know what top to wear with it. You have gave me an idea now :) Love your bag too. I have linked up an old post today as I have no new outfit posts yet. The sun is out today so I might get out later and take some photos :) Thanks for hosting.

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    1. Add what ever posts you like Claire, Thanks so much for the help and support you've given me, I really do appreciate it x

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  3. That handbag is so pretty for Spring and it's my very favorite color! Looks great with your outfit.
    xo,
    Kellyann

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    1. Isn't it just Kellyann, I've used it so many times recently and am really pleased with it. x Thanks so much for joining my #Linkup. xx

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  4. Blush pink is my favorite color - I love that bag!!

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  5. Jacqui, this outfit is gorgeous! I love the color combination and that bag is so, so pretty. I really love pale pinks, too, and would totally carry a bag like that one. Spring perfection, my friend! And a big Happy Birthday to your grandson!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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    1. Thanks so much Shelbee, I can't believe he's one already - and walking now, just! Thanks for stopping by Hun. xx And thanks for linking up. x

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  6. Are you serious? I always think nobody likes my blog! Haha, yes I know, something with a rather low self-esteem, but anyway..... that steam train! Yeah! Everytime we are in the UK I say to Gerben: I want to make a ride in that steam train! And we have never done it! I want to read all about it! Great bag by the way, and a gorgeous skirt!

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    1. Plenty of people love your blog, and your style. I'd can thoroughly recommend the steam train and urge you to try next time you are over! x Thanks for joining the linkup. x

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  7. What a gorgeous bag, Jacqui!! And what a fun weekend....enjoy!!!
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Too kind Jodie, many thanks and so pleased you joined me on#chicandstylish #linkup.x

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  8. Very pretty outfit and I love that bag. It is a perfect spring and summer bag!
    Cheryl
    www.northwestmountainliving.com

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    1. Aw many thanks Cheryl, glad you could stop over and join the #linkup. x

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  9. Your weekend plans sound so fun Jacqui! Enjoy! Hubby and I went on a 1940s train a few years ago with dinner, so fun. Love your bag, the cutout detail is my favoirte!
    Have a great day!
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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    1. Jess, thank you my friend. Aren't they fun? I really had an amazing evening with special friends and my hubby. x Thank you for joining #chicandstylish xx

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  10. Happy 1st Birthday to your Grandson!! How exciting. Hope he enjoyed is first slice of cake! :) I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that eyelet blush bag! So dang perfect for Spring! It's the perfect size and I love bags with a strap. And, you just look adorable with it! I love that jacket, I have a vest that is the same pattern!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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    1. Many thanks Carrie, you are too kind. Isn't it a cute bag, I've been using it so much. Thank you too for linking up on #chicandstylish. x

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  11. You look amazing Jacqui and I love this bag. I can't believe you are grandmother :)
    Xo Tina

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    1. You are too kind Tina, the grey hair is covered well, lol. xx Glad you could linkup with me on #chicandstylish

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  12. Oh wow Jacqui, you rocked this outfit! And ohh, I need to have that jacket <3

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    1. Isn't it so cute Caroline, my hubby chose well and it's here to stay and be used often! x Hope you'll linkup on the blog next week. x

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  13. Your handbag is so pretty and that shade of pink is perfect for Spring.
    http://www.stylediarybyosy.com/

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  14. That jacket is beautiful! I love your bag too!

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    1. Many thanks Laura, you are too kind! I'm so pleased you linked up and hope to see you next week Hun. x

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  15. Pretty bag and will go beautifully with all your pink items! Hobbs are great for jackets too.

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    1. Won't it just! Many thanks Gail. I love all the Hobbs goodies too. x thanks for linking up Hun. x

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  16. Fabulous look! Love the jacket andvthat bag is amazing!

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  17. Such a cute outfit all around! The bag is great and the jacket has a beautiful Chanel feel! I hope you have a great time on your trip! Sounds like an amazing weekend you've got planned!

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    1. Super time Suzanne, am posting about it this week. I do hope you'll stop by on Thursday to join the #linkup again. x

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  18. What a fun excursion you have planned! Love this look, your tweed jacket is so fabulous!

    xx, Elise
    www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com

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    1. It has been a good, fun weekend. I'm posting about it on Thursday. Gla you could stop by and join the linkup Hun. x

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  19. How fab is that blush bag? Perfect color for spring and I love your jacket, so classic and chic at the same time. Great look :)
    Nora

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    1. Cute isn't it Nora, you are so kind and I really appreciate it. xx Thanks for joining the linkup. x

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  20. What a gorgeous bag. You look stunning.

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    1. Many thanks Anne-Marie. Too kind, and thanks for stopping by for the #linkup. x

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  21. You look beautiful lady! I love that bag and it offsets that gorgeous lace skirt!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

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    1. Oh, you're so kind, thank you. Also thank you for joining my #chicandstylish #linkup. x

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  22. Ooo that jacket is so nice, Jacqui! What a fabulous piece! Thanks so much for reminding me about your link up again. It's in my list now so I won't forget again! Happy weekend!

    OXOX
    Dawn Lucyt
    https://fashionshouldbefun.com

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    1. Thank Hun, isn't it cute? Glad you could join me on the #linkup - hope to see you here again next week. x Have a good week too. x

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  23. Decided to link up with a bag too...love your pink bag and your jacket..

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  24. You look so chic! I love that tweed jacket!

    <3 Shannon 
    Upbeat Soles

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    1. Ahh too kind, many thanks for joining the #linkup. x

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  25. This handbag is so pretty. I love the details.
    Xx, Nailil
    www.thirtyminusone.com

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    1. Me too Nailil, many thanks for stopping by. x

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  26. You look gorgeous, Jacqui, and the bag is so great. That trip you're taking sounds like a grown-up woman's dream! Thanks for linking, xo

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    1. Yep, it really was a great evening, so pleased you joined me on the #linkup, hopefully see you again Hun. x

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  27. Wait, grandchild? You're a granny, Jacqui? Woah, you look absolutely far too youthful to be one!!! So my respect just went through the roof :) xoxo

    p/s I would love to see you wear this tweed blazer and top with something leather, or denim. So Chanel rock n roll.

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    1. Yep I'm a Nanny! You have given me a real burst with your lovely comments today! Thank you. Having five children I thought I might have had a lot more by now lol! I'm going to take your advice and either try denim or leather, will let you know how it turns out. x Many thanks for linking up Hun. Have read your post too - very well done. xxxx

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  28. Very pretty and stylish spring look! I love the mix of lace and tweed. The blush bag compliments your look wonderfully! Thanks for linking up with Fabulous Friday!

    Jennie - A Pocketful of Polka Dots

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