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Thursday, 18 June 2026

Styling Balloon Jeans - Chic & Stylish Linkup


Morning my friends. 
Hope your week is going well. 

Are you watching the football? It’s the World Cup which is being played in America. I normally dislike watching games on telly but have revelled in these. I’m fully supporting England, but I’m not holding my breath for them to do well. Yesterday’s game was alright, with the 4.2 win against Croatia going down very well with the fans. They played really well in the second half but the first wasn’t what I expected professional players to be like. So let’s see how the next games go. 

I’m excited for the weekend or more importantly Saturday night. For my birthday last month David arranged a table at Gordon Ramsey’s London restaurant The Lucky Cat in Bishopsgate. I watched the documentary about how it was put together and fancied going and now I am. I think his advertising company is spot on. What better way to attract customers than do a television program about the adventure. It seems to have really taken off and is hard to get booked in. We went on the waiting list and fortunately it came up after a few days. I so excited to go there and can’t wait to see the setting, it overlooks London, and enjoy the atmosphere of the Asian inspired restaurant. I wonder if Mr Ramsey will be there! I’ve not planned my outfit but will do a post and possible Instagram story sharing my evening. 

Items marked with an * have been gifted to me, however these are 100% my own honest comments. 


With my exciting evening planned for Saturday night I still don’t know what to wear. Apparently the weather is turning hot and humid over the next few days I want to be appropriately dressed as I don’t want to be too hot! We’re catching the train and tube to the venue which is situated in the heart of the city’s financial district, so won’t be too far to go on the hot and sweaty underground. Stay tuned to see what I decide upon. 

Anyway back to this post. I thought I’d share my new balloon jeans with you. 


Last Thursday I was delighted to attend a new stand alone store from the George @ Asda company. Their newly refurbished shop in Maidstone was a real gem to explore. Full of new-in styles, everyday basics, swimwear, footwear, jewellery, kids wear and men’s wear all laid out beautifully in the huge store. I found lots I wanted to keep so with another pair of balloon trousers and a couple of Tee shirts in my goodie bag,  these casual trousers were my top choice … and came home with me. 


The light wash denim are pull on and have an stretchy elastic waist with a drawstring to tie everything together, this is replicated by the drawstring tie on the hem cuff making them a cute harem style that’s giving holiday vibes. Currently priced at £22, this bargain pair of trousers *are a summer ‘must have’. You can view the sizes and other denims via that link too. 


The Tee shirt that also came from George is a cute little sleeveless top* that’s got a boat neck. It’s a fitted style that’s a superb fit and is the softest fabric AND it was £4! Also available in black and red and I’ll probs go back for them. ❤️🖤
I popped on my white linen blazer. Linen is such a good fabric for hot weather as it always wears well and keeps you cooler. It’s one for the holiday suitcase too. This one is years old from Bonmarche but I’ve found this one which is similar from BooHoo. 


I wore my new sling-backs that I showed you last week. They’ve proved extremely comfortable although one follower commented that they looked uncomfortable, on the contrary they are really comfy and very easy to wear throughout the day to shop and run errands. 


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17 comments

  1. Those balloon jeans are fun!

    Jennifer
    https://curatedbyjennifer.com

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    1. Loving them atm. They’re going to be good in Autumn too x

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  2. Aww, Jacqui, thanks so much for featuring my colorful outfit this week! That was such a lovely surprise! I really like these balloon jeans. They are not what I imagined when I read the title of your post. I didn't think I would like them but these are really stinking cute! I love how you styled them with a blazer and sling backs. That contrast of denim with more businessy pieces is so good!

    Shelbee

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    1. My pleasure Shelbee. Glad you like the look - they’re a good buy that’ll get plenty of wear come the autumn too x

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  3. I've seen a lot of incarnations of balloon pants and yours are very flattering. Love the other purchased to, you made it in a very cohesive stylish outfit. Enjoy your birthday dinner, would love to see what you are wearing. Anna https://lookingfabulousat50.blogspot.com/

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    1. They’re super. I’m
      Hooked on them. Love that you can wear them casually or more dressed up. X thanks for stopping by x

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  4. The balloon jeans are fabulous on you! I also love the different ways you styled this scarf. So chic Jacqui! Thanks for.the link up.

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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    1. Thank you very much Kathrine, I’m pleased with the look xx

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  5. I saw you wearing these on Instagram and thought you looked fabulous in them! I really love the addition of the scarf, too. Enjoy your meal…what an adventure! Thanks for the link up. I invite you to join me for Fashion Files every Tuesday.

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

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    1. Nice aren’t they Marsha. Thanks for stopping by x

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  6. I definitely have to check the weather when planning what to wear: it has been all over the place so far. We actually had a couple pleasant days, but rain is on the forecast today so it is pretty humid. I love how you shared several ways to wear your scarf. I really am having fun with them this year!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  7. The white and soft pinks with light denim is a color combination to die for - love it!

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  8. I love those balloon jeans and that scarf is so pretty.

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  9. How exciting! I hope you very to see him! And what a fabulous trousers. Great look. Looking forward to see what you wore on Saturday.

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  10. Very nice your new jeans dear Jacqui. I would like to watch some matches of the Worl Cup. But we are on holiday in Italy..so I only follow the results .As I am a fan of England I was very pleased about the win over Croatia.
    All the best
    Hugs Violetta

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  11. Have a great time at The Black Cat, it's on my list x

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  12. Those balloon jeans look fantastic on you! I love how you balanced their relaxed shape with the linen blazer and scarf—it creates such a polished look while still feeling comfortable and effortless.

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