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Thursday 27 August 2020

Another look for my White Culottes - #Chicandstylish #LINKUP

Hi there my lovely friends.
How are you all?
Well didn't Storm Francis cause a few problems!  Debris everywhere including my new gazebo that somersaulted over my 8ft high hedge ending up in the side road next to me 🤯 Just so lucky it didn't hit any people or cars!! My shoot was also disturbed with us having to take photos in the wind and rain!  Esther managed to make the best of a bad job and produced some great shots for the Style not Age challenge that I'm hoping you'll join me for next Monday.
Another blow this week was my fridge freezer packing up - it's not working properly so I've ended up calling out a repair chap who can hopefully fix it!  Most of the frozen food has been wasted, but on the plus side I've wanted to empty it for a while so now it's been done for me.  I'm praying the technician will get it up and running tomorrow or I'll be needing a new one!

Do you remember seeing my new white culottes?  Well I happy to share another version with you today - a version to wear out in the evening.



I love this little crochet top (this is very similar) - I have happy memories of wearing it with my brown suit when I traveled on the Orient Express to Bath.  It's a timeless little classic that I can still just about get into!
It's a tad more fitted than I would like, but the shiny mink shade has a place in my heart and a diet on my mind - lol!  I've worn it a handful of times and adore it the sophisticated vibe it gives off.  This was from Next many years ago, but it still looks like new.


It's fully lined which is really needed to keep the look polished and tidy - no unsightly bras or straps.  I also like the high neckline & I wore a strapless bra to keep the lines clean too.  I didn't need a necklace and adore the thin knit halter straps, it also has a little tie at the back too. Scallop edges make a tidy hemline that sit over the top of the culottes - this gives a tidy finish and feels comfortable as it's not tucked in to feel bulky or padded.
It's a nice and easy way to wear culottes in a more dressy way. 
Do watch out for the trousers teamed with a jumper - just right for cooler Autumnal days.



Enjoying the last few days of Summer in my gold sandals.  Can you believe this was the first time I put them on this year!  Crazy eh!  Footwear that's glamorous and comfy just sitting in my wardrobe waiting to be worn - shame on you Corona!!!!!!!!


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Time for the #Chicandstylish #LINKUP party.


Favourite blogger who linked up last week is ... Shelbee - Shelbee on the Edge. shared a brilliant creation styling grey with orange for her festival outfit complete with complimenting kimono.  Do stop by for all the details.


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Thanks for stopping by today, so lovely to have your support.
Photos c/o Esther Ruby.
Cheerio. X


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28 comments

  1. I love your crocheted top! It looks so pretty with your white culottes. I’m so sorry about your gazebo! Yikes! That must have been one heck of a storm. Glad you and yours remained safe!

    Michelle
    https://mybijoulifeonline.com

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    1. Thanks Michelle, I'm hoping hubby can fix it! Have spotted another cute top from Next which I fancy getting too! x

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  2. Oh my, what a bad luck. At least you are looking at the positive sights of it! The crochet to is so lovely I like that color a lot. And I think culottes always look very good on you!

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    1. Isn't it just Nancy! Thanks for stopping by Hun. x

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  3. That's a great look for going out - glamorous drinks or dinner! I like the crochet top! Bad week for you Jacqui with the gazebo and freezer --- Storm Francis wasn't too bad in London, it just blew for a few hours then died out. Have a good weekend!x

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    1. Just about tops of a bad year eh! Shouldn't really say that as it's not finished yet! x

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  4. What a beautiful crochet top! it's so nice with the white :) What a shame about your freezer though - it mus have been painful seeing all that ruined food, especially after it has been tricky to buy lately! Sometimes the groceries I get delivered don't have bread or even milk with the shortages here!

    Thanks for the link up :)

    Hope you are having a nice week :)

    Away From Blue

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    1. Thanks so much Mica, Yep I'm so annoyed with it! Lots of wasted products. Have a super week. x

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  5. Oh wow, Jacqui, thanks so much for the feature! That was a lovely surprise on a very dreary rainy morning here in New York. I love this crocheted top on you. The color is gorgeous and it goes so well with your white culottes. I definitely have not worn very many cute shoes at all since February! And what a scary thing about your gazebo blowing away. Eeek. I am glad you are all okay though.

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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  6. Love this culottes and the crochet top is so pretty with them! So sorry about the storm. Thanks for the link up!

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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  7. I'm sorry you lost your gazebo in the storm and are having appliance trouble! On a brighter note, I love this neutral outfit! Your top is so pretty!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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  8. What a gorgeous top! Even better that it's fully lined. I crochet, and I don't have it in me to bust out the fabric for much (sewing doesn't seem to be my friend), so I always try to make something I can put a cami under, but this one is perfect! And paired beautifully with those white pants. Looks quite elegant.

    Alexandra
    EyeLoveKnots.com

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  9. That top is so so pretty! Love the neutral tones in this outfit. I love how versatile your white culottes are! Hope the freezer gets fixed.
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  10. You look beautiful-cool, calm and collected, in spite of the recent calamities! Hope your gazebo and freezer get put right soon. I love this outfit, your crochet top is stunning, and I can picture it working well into the fall with a jacket or cardigan layered over it.

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  11. Yes I love the white culottes- and you made the look so perfect with this cute as ever crochet top!xx

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  12. what a stunning top, love this look

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  13. Yes I love the white culottes- and you made it so perfect with this ever so cute crochet top! xx

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  14. My favourite colours Jacqui. And the crochet top is gorgeous xx

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  15. Such a great look, love the crochet top. I actually love your photos and the stormy skies!!

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  16. i love the crochet top! and it's paired with my favorite sailor culottes!
    darling as usual Jacqui!
    xo Eva

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  17. Those are such pretty neutrals together! I love the gold/bronze and white. Good inspiration for my linen crops! Weather is crazy everywhere, isn't it? I love your pretty scenery there, though, Jacqui. Have a great day!

    xx Darlene

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  18. So sorry you suffered some storm damage—we are getting hit by one in the US as we speak. Love your white culottes though (that reminds me I should wear mine again soon)!
    Cheryl Shops | www.cherylshops.net

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  19. Those culottes are so wonderful on you! Love that top too!

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  20. The crochet top is so lovely on you! I love the detail at the hem and that it is lined, looks great paired with metallic shoes and those cullotes! All the things we haven't worn due to Covid, right?!
    enjoy the weekend
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
    best luck with the freezer!

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  21. Oh my! Your gazebo on the lam is funny to visualize, but I'm sure it was scary at the time, Jacqui!

    Love your white culottes - dang, reminds me to wear my ruffled ones again before summer's over. I keep trying crocheted tops, and have finally concluded: they are not me. Sigh.

    Thank you so much for the link-up.

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  22. You are absolutely chic and stylish, love your crochet top!

    xoxo
    Lovely

    http://mynameislovely.com

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  23. How lucky were you that no damage was done with that storm. Hope your freezer gets fixes and loving your crochet top Jacqui.

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  24. I love your crochet top, so pretty. Sorry to hear abour your gazebo and fridge freezer - I hope it can be fixed! I feel like my Summer wardrobe has been neglected, and not even a holiday until next April!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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