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Monday 3 August 2020

July Review.


Morning my lovely friends.
How's was your weekend?

Can you believe it's August and we've still got the 'C' word hanging over us - like a big ugly headache that won't go away.  I'm keeping myself to myself and haven't ventured into any bars or restaurants - I don't want the hassle that might go with it. I don't want a two week lock-down as a result.  I know some places are and some aren't taking details, but it'd be just my luck to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.  I've shopped in town a couple of times, but honestly felt quite anxious when I did so won't be doing that too often.  Are you going out yet or happy to stay safe indoors?
One thing I am happy, really happy about.  I was lucky enough to be featured in Platinum Magazine.  I'm so impressed with the features and there's so much to read - hope you'll pick up a copy.



Now back at the beginning on the month I shared this gorgeous dress befitting the title mother-of-the-groom, I featured the pleated skirt with a lace bodice combination in very pale pearl pink with a view to wearing it to my son's wedding earlier in June - you all know the ending to that story, yes wedding was postponed so no occasion to wear it.  I wanted to show it off anyway, it's a real eye-catching stunner and I have to say I felt like a princess in it - do let me know what you think! I'm still un-decided whether to wear it in October when fingers crossed the wedding goes ahead.


With wet and windy weather arriving I decided layers would be the best choice, so my Bonmarche culottes really came in handy.  I paired the animal design with bold bright red - it makes the print really noticeable and with the extra layer of my blazer a worthy winner for Autumn too.
I followed this post with another sharing some amazingly comfortable espadrilles from Hotter Shoes  - do stop by to check them out.


In the middle of July I shared a favourite of mine - white jeans.  They work so well in all seasons don't they!  I managed to borrowed this bright blue and red blouse from my daughter - the perks of having her stay with me (there's no down-side) - I can peruse her wardrobe whenever I like! 😉


Next I shared another pair of culottes from Bonmarche - these are just as versatile and will team with so many other colours.  I chose big and bold by way of this OTS sunflower blouse - also from Bonmarche a couple of seasons ago.


For the Style not Age collective I styled a dress from Next that has to be my favourite of the season. I know it's probably more suitable for cooler summer days or the impending new season which is just a few weeks away - and all before we've really had any time to enjoy Spring or Summer!!  The patchwork shirt dress has a mixture of bold navy and pink patterns making up a delightful dress ready for all seasons.


Finally I blogged about another fabulous pair of sandals from Hotter.  Wedges are such a comfortable and easy to wear style and work for special occasions as well as casual shopping when ultimately you want the best!  I paired mine with a cute beach dress from Matalan which was a bargain at £12.50 and now an even better buy in the sale for £8!!!!


I've had such fun sharing July's outfits with you & hope you'll stop by both Monday's and Thursdays to see more of my over fifty style. 👋


Many thanks for stopping by the blog today - hope you'll join me again.
Photos all c/o Esther Ruby - thanks Hun.
I'm off to read the rest of my Platinum Magazine so ...
Bye bye for today. X
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16 comments

  1. I hope that wedding can go through in Oktober! But in the meanwhile ,wear that dress! And that patchwork one is !y favorite, Just love the lenght, the colors!

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    1. Me too! Fingers and toes very much crossed! x

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  2. I love your dress for the wedding Jacqui, I hope it goes ahead in October for you all. The patchwork dress and sunflower blouse are beauties too. Great blog. Celine x

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    1. Too kind, many thanks for stopping by - hope to see you again Celine. x

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  3. Well done for the feature Jacqui! We both have good news this week xx

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  4. oh wow!!! congrats for the magazine spot! so exciting!
    xo eva

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  5. Gosh, I am SO ready for the virus to be OVER! Congrats on your feature. Love all these looks.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  6. Good to look back! Nice selection of outfits. October is usually still quite warm but if temperatures drop you could maybe wear that pretty pearl pink dress with a light coloured cape? Thanks for joining #WowOnWednesday.

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    1. Yes I think so too! Yes I'm still thinking this is a contender Gail. x Thanks for hosting. x

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  7. Congratulations on your Platinum feature!! Great look. Love the icy blue kimono or duster.
    And have a tab open for that stunning patchwork dress. I am beginning to see patchwork for the fall. Throwback to my middle school days. Love it so much.

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  8. Jacqui, you shared so many lovely outfits in July! And this damn C word is so tormenting, isn't it?! I get way too anxious going anywhere these days as well so I am content just staying home unless it is an absolute necessity that I go somewhere. Thankfully, my husband does most of the errands and grocery shopping so I don't have to. Hopefully, we can return to normal soon, but we have been saying that for 5 months. Stay well, my friend! And thanks for linking up.

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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  9. That dress is so gorgeous: I hope you get to wear it for the wedding! Congrats on the magazine feature. We have gone on a week vacation and felt very comfortable with the measure taken in North Carolina but we mostly did outdoor activities and rented a place to stay at so we had minimal contact with others.
    www.cehzmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  10. A lovely roundup of outfits Jacqui! I really hope the wedding goes ahead in October...the dress is beautiful! I'm trying not to go out unless I have to - both for safety and because I hate wearing masks, especially in the heat. Thanks for linking up!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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