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Thursday 25 July 2019

A dress For All Seasons - #Chicandstylish #linkup

Morning, thanks for joining me today.
Hope you'll be adding to the #Chicandstylish #LINKUP my friends.
Well it seems all the holiday weather has come at the same time!  I really feel like I want to be on holiday - you know when all your want to wear are flat sandals, shorts, thin strap tee shirts/cool dresses and drag your hair in a top knot all sans makeup!!!  Yep that's been me for the past few days - I certainly look a picture. 😒
Fortunately, last week Esther Ruby & I had a day taking photos when it was a tad cooler, so I might not have to struggle in the heat to get some more that I need, that's unless we get lucky and the hot weather decides to stay!
Here's the other dress I bought in H & M last week.  I picked this up in the sale, but after donning it last week and again the next day I can confirm I would have bought this even if it hadn't been in the sale.

What are your thoughts on my latest addition?  I'm thinking ahead to wearing it not only in Autumn, but in Winter too.  Layering, boots and chunky knitwear come to my mind.


The grey jersey dress is light-weight enough to wear when it's hot & look cool whilst doing so.  The style is a very flattering fit and flare, with enough swish and swirl to strut your stuff and keep nice and cool.  It's not a clingy number so again great to wear when it's warm.  Believe it or not it was only £6, yes £6 in the sale and knowing this style already suited me I was onto a winner for sure.






I chose the bag first, checking middle daughters collection (she's not taken them to her own house yet) and found this trendy tartan one - I wanted to let the dress speak for itself so kept the colours neutral, but it really stands out.  I mused my necklace selection and matched the black, white and gold with this statement piece I brought home from Sorrento - for my daughter, but it's ended up in my possession ....  not sure how *whistles with raised eyes* Lol. x


Here's that swish I was telling you about.  So pleased with how it moved I wore it last week to my dancing class.  I paired it over a new pair of sandals from Lotus Shoes (to be featured on the blog very soon) I loved the feel as I sashayed round the floor Waltzing with my 'pretend' partner. (singletons take turns pairing with the instructor and his wife).


Grey heels to complete the somewhat monochrome look, these are from Dorothy Perkins and are comfortable, even though they have quite a high heel.  They have a cross strap to keep me nice and stable.


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It's #Chicandstylish #linkup time.


Last week's entrants had me oohhing and arrhhing at their wonderful blog posts, I somehow managed to find the favourite and here she is ..... Gail - Is This Mutton?  I couldn't resist Gail's sparkly sequined outfit, that would be hard pushed to look out-of-place anywhere really! 


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.
We all like to get compliments, so please leave a nice comment when visiting a blog or two.
Also link back to Mummabstylish blog page.
You could also share the love on social media.




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I must thank you for taking the time and visiting the blog today - looking forward to seeing your links for the party!
Thanks to Esther ruby for taking the photos - cheers Hun. X
Catch you again on Monday.
Cheerio. X
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38 comments

  1. I love the dress Jacqui. You chose the accessories well.And like you say this will be great in the later months too xx

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    1. Thanks Laurie, I agree although I don't want to be thinking of Autumn just yet. Ejoy the hot weather!

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  2. This is such a pretty dress, Jacqui! I love that necklace and those shoes look great with the dress. It will definitely be a great dress to layer in the cooler months too! Thanks for the link up! XXX

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    1. Thank you Sasha, I'm liking it more and more each day. xx

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  3. What a fabulous dress, it really suits you, you look stunning in it and love all the accessories too! Great choices. Wow it is going to be a hot one today - I was invited to an event in London but I am now thinking I'd be mad to travel into London xx

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    1. Thanks so much Michelle, I wanted to stay in the garden all day! Ended up in a shady spot by the beach. x

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  4. That is a great dress on you Jacqui! A classic piece you'll wear forever. How fun to grab your daughter's bag - having two sons I don't get to do that!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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    1. Kelltann, thanks so much for your comments. x

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  5. You look so chic and elegant and that soft grey is so flattering on you. You are the queen of bargains.

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    1. Arrh that's so kind of you to comment. I do love a bargain. xx

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  6. Fantastic dress, I can not say anything else! Because I am heading over now to H&M!

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    1. Thanks Hun, I look forward to seeing your take on this dress. xx

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  7. Jacqui, you are looking so amazing these days, my friend! And this dress really is great. It will definitely take you through all four seasons. I love that little plaid bag, too. So cute!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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    1. Too kind, thanks so much for stopping by Shelbee. x

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  8. This dress fits you beautifully. It provides the perfect neutral palette to complement colorful scarves, sweaters, statement jewelry, etc. The shoes are lovely as well.

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    1. Thanks so much Diane, too kind. I don't want to start thinking of styling it in the Autumn just yet, but it will be fabulous. xx

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  9. This is such a pretty monochrome look! That dress is so flattering on you! Love your bag and necklace!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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    1. Many thanks for stopping by and joining the #linkup Kind comments I really appreciate. x

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  10. Dang, what an amazing deal on an amazing dress, Jacqui!! It's such a great neutral that you could add any color for a punch!!
    XOXO
    Jodie

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    1. Yes I've been thinking how else I can style this dress - there's plenty of options and it's nice to hear other people's ideas. x

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  11. Very pretty dress! I like the color, style, and simplicity of it. It is certainly going to be quite versatile and looks so good with those cute shoes!

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    1. Jennie, thanks so much for joining me today. Glad this worked out so well. x

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  12. That's a great dress and it looks dynamite on you. Jacqui, you look so great!!!
    XO
    www.coasttocoast2.com

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  13. Such a versatile dress! It'll look great in fall with a cardigan, tall boots, and a scarf.

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    1. Many thanks for stopping by Amy, so appreciate your comments. x

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  14. The dress looks amazing on you!

    Please stop by at www.colorandgrace.com every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for linkup parties! 
    Hope to see you there!
    Grace Liang
    www.colorandgrace.com

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    1. Hi Grace, thank you so much! I'll be stopping over for sure. xx

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  15. Thank you for visiting today Julie, I'm lucky that my daughter has left all her bags at mine!! Maybe I will hide them - lol. x

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  16. You look fab Jacqui. I love grey and think your dress will be perfect throughout the seasons. Thank you for hosting the link-up xxxx

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  17. Yes, it's a great color and a versatile style for the cooler months of autumn.

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  18. I love how you accessorized that dress! You look fabulous! Your bag is so fun!

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  19. Jacqui you look amazing!What a bargain!
    XO Tina

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  20. Lovely dress, Jacqui. And such a bargain. You can play with this dress quite a lot, I think. With different acsesorries you can create very different looks. Very versatile.

    Anna
    www.glamadventure.com

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  21. Hi Jacqui! I love this dress! Classic and a fan of grey, I love the length and the accessories you chose, I think you'll get a ton of wear from it! Looking lovely!
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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  22. I love your pretty dress, it fit you beautifully! And I really like the shoes and necklace and bag you put with it too!

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  23. What a pretty dress, paired with your shoes and daughters handbag:)! Dance lessons! How fun!! Have always thought about doing that alone. Good for you!
    Xx Melanie

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  24. Your dress is a wonderful staple that you can style so many ways. I love the statement necklace you added.

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