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Thursday 7 February 2019

Paisley Blouse with Grey Trousers + #Chicandstylish #linkup

Morning, hope your weather is playing fair.  It seems we have one awful day with wind and rain beating down on us and then another day that's sunny but chilly.  I always seem to pick the first one to take photos on!
I had a super day on Monday taking photos with Esther Ruby, alas the weather was a pain so we shot them indoors!  Looking forward to seeing them as I ventured into the lingerie world eekk!  Sharing a set that was gifted to me from Playtex.  I'll be bravely sharing this post in the next week or so once they've been studied, checked and certified in detail! Lol.
Today I was left to my own devices as all the children were out at work so I've been shopping for a few new bits - shush don't tell the family as I've just had a wardrobe cull!!  Mind you I haven't actually parted with anything yet, it's still all in a pile.  I might just be pulling some bits back again as I've seen some similar tops in the shops today - well they might just come in handy again one day!

Here's part of the outfit I wore - well just the blouse really.  I picked it up in H & M just before departing for my skiing break, I think It will go well with jeans which is just what I wore it with all day.  Anyway that's an outfit for sharing another day.  Here's what I will be wearing when the weather gets a tad a lot hotter.


What do you reckon on the pattern mixing?  I'm liking it, but still unsure whether it's 'right' or not.  Do let me know what you think about my blending attempts in the comments box please. X
I always seem to be drawn towards paisley, so true to form I bought the blouse without even trying it on.  I chose a smaller size which turns out fits me really well.  In the shop it was paired with tan, love, love love it.  I knew I'd got tan peg style trousers hanging at home, so had no qualms in returning with it - such a shame when I tried said trousers on, they were way too big!!  Yes I know I should be pleased but I've not worn them that often and now they'll have to go!  I'll be on the look-out for a smaller size now.


As I mentioned above I wore the blouse with faded jeans, but wanted to see how it looked with grey, namely my recently purchased grey wide leg trousers that I paired with pink.  Rather liking the outcome, the pale blue in the paisley is portraying grey which blends beautifully with my pants.


I reached for my navy soft PU jacket, but my hand settled on this patterned jacket.  I forced myself to just see how jacket and blouse looked together - not bad eh?  I can just about manage mixing the same colours, the bigger picture of actual pattern clashing will have to be worked on I think!


Final touches were the grey bag I got for Christmas see it among my many other handbags & two strings of grey & silver beads.
Stepping out of my comfort zone by teaming my cute little Aztec jacket with the patterned blouse - I've found the trick is to keep to the same colour scheme - tying everything together.






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Time for a link party?  You're just in time for the #Chicandstylish #LINKUP that's super!

Before we start wanna see who's favourite from last week?

Welcome to Regan who can be found over the pond on her blog Nifty 50 and Fabulous.  Wearing not only my favourite colour (pink) but also sporting a sassy leopard design mug, my kind of thing Regan.


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






Thanks for joining me today - I be having a closer look at the links throughout the next week.
Enjoy your week and weekend.  See you on Monday for another insight to my over fifty fashion ideas.
Bye for now. X



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37 comments

  1. I really like your jacket in this outfit! I have a similar one but it's a texture rather than a print. Such a similar design though! I'm looking forward to wearing mine when autumn arrives!


    Hope that you are having a great week so far :) We have had a break with the heat and humidity and had some rain which has been a wonderful relief!

    Away From The Blue Blog

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    1. Thanks for leaving lovely comments Mica, really kind of you. x

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  2. A cute and versatile jacket. Like your hair uo, btw.
    Hugs, Mary.
    thepoutingpensioner.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks so much Mary - the hair really needed a wash to be honest - lol. x

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  3. Love the trousers and love the jacket. As you know I'm a real plain Jane and would wear something of that sort with the trousers and jacket. You are looking fabulous though! xx

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  4. I love the style of your trousers - I am looking for a pair of wide leg trousers for myself

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    1. Good luck with your search - will look forward to seeing them if you do. x

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  5. Those wide leg trousers look so good on you! I have not found a pair yet that work on me but I am inspired to keep looking. That jacket is my favorite, it reminds of Chanel!
    xo,
    Kellyann
    www.thisblondesshoppingbag.com

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  6. I love how you mixed the patterns. Becuase of the colors they blend so well. And the pants are so classic-chic. Always inspired Jacqui! Now I just need to send my boys off for a day so I can get some shopping done!

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    1. Thank you Chrissy - it seems I may have done well with the mixing of patterns. x

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  7. Love the style of your trousers Jacqui. Lovely colour. i am terrible at sorting clothes out. I clear a few bags away but if I pop them in the garage, I end up going through them again and put them all back! Thanks for hosting.

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    1. Just like me then Claire! The pile is still waiting as we speak lol. x

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  8. I adore this outfit, Jacqui. I think the jacket takes center stage because the print is so different and fun. But the blouse goes well with it because it almost looks solid in theses photos and doesn't compete!!
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Great, thanks so much Jodie. Glad you agree. x

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  9. Oooh! I REALLY like this pattern mixing. Sometimes I struggle with mixing patterns that are too different but this one totally works! I think the pants definitely help that. They tie together the gray tones in both the blouse and the jacket. Great job!

    Virginia | More to Mrs. E

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    1. Thanks so very much, such kind words I so appreciate. x

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  10. Such a pretty and smart outfit Jacqui! I think you did so well on the pattern mixing. I enjoy trying this myself, and love the alternate blue and white colors here, the patterns are similar in size too. Nice! Lovely with the grey trousers.
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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  11. This is a fabulous look! I love the jacket and I think everyone should have a pair of grey slacks! I know I do and now I need to get them out and style them!
    Peace!
    Cheryl

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  12. Love this gray outfit, such a cute jacket and it looks great on you Jacqui!
    Nora

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  13. I think you did a very good job about the print mixing! And those trousers look so fantastic on you!

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  14. I love the subtle mix of patterns and colors in this outfit, and your hair looks great up!
    Cheryl Shops | www.cherylshops.net

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  15. Many thanks Julie, so kind of you to comment. Really appreciate your time. x

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  16. I think your pattern mixing is spot on, Jacqui. I will be looking for this top with jeans, too.

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    1. Great news! Thanks so much Kim, glad you think it's okay - given me confidence to do it again. x

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  17. Gray is one of my absolute favorites so I love this combination! And I REALLLLY like the combined patterns. I wore two patterns the other day and wondered if it was "OK" but I felt like it looked great - and of course, it was various shades of grays and blacks. Lovely photos!

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    1. Oh you're lovely, thank you so much. Great to have your support. x

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  18. The details on this jacket are amazing. It's such a nice print. Love how you mixed it with the print on the blouse too.

    Xx, Nailil
    thirtyminusone.com

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    1. Oh too kind, I'm chuffed it worked so well. x

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  19. I think the jacket and blouse look lovely together! They are both gentle colors and patterns. And I love it with your handbag!

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  20. I love the jacket and blouse together! I have a jacket that's very similar to yours, I was surprised by how versatile it is. Too bad those tan trousers are too big...it gives you the perfect excuse to do some more shopping ;-)

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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