Fifth Blog Birthday - GIVEAWAY - #Chicandstylish #LINKUP

Hi there my friends.

Can it be time for the #linkup already?

Well if the past year can fly by like it has I suppose the last few days can do too!

With last week being a blur for me, I had wanted to post abut my five year blog-aversary and tell you about my Giveaway to celebrate the fact.  However life had other plans for me.  You can read all about my bitter-sweet week here, and I have to thank all my wonderful friends who have been full of love and support, it's been a great help indeed. X

There's also a fabulous Giveaway to enter, although it's only open to UK residents I'm afraid.  You can find out how to enter below.

With unsettled emotions over the past week which have been twinned by the weather, I haven't know whether to wear warm Winter pieces or Spring outfits - so if you follow me on Instagram you'll have seen an array of looks in tune with the temperatures.  Although it's been really difficult when the weather changes by the hour!  Here's what I picked earlier this week when the sun was shinning.

I have to admit to being a little impatient with this look.  A tad too cold for this chiffon dress and denim jacket even with the extra layer and boots.  But this will be at the forefront of my outfits once the weather improves. 

The pretty green dress came from Next a few years ago.  It's classic style makes it an excellent choice from Spring to Autumn.  I've paired it with a number of different shoes and loved the pink trainers and grey jumper with it.

It has three quarter sleeves which are very flattering.  Buttons run down the front to the waist where it can be cinched in with drawstring belts that tie either side.  I love the gypsy hemline which makes it elegant and swishy.  I found this in Next, but obviously not available now, but they always have an interesting selection online - well worth a peak.

Have you spotted my gorgeous boots?  Having wanted a knee length boot in ivory or cream I was delighted to receive these from the kids for Mother's Day.  They will be teamed with many of my skirts and dresses over the coming weeks which will give me time to get the self tan going - lol.  I picked a similar neutral shade handbag to finish my look.  Let's hope the sunshine returns and I can wear more stylish summery dresses soon - excuse me while I daydream a little. 🌞🌞🌞🌞

My denim jacket keeps the look on a more casual level, and this would be perfect for lunch al fresco when we can.  

Five years of Blogging.

Over the past 5 years I've learnt so much about the blogging world, computers and building my website.  It's had it's up's and down's but so very enjoyable.  I started blogging because I needed to do something for me.  I felt I was going stale.  I was very forgetful and felt I was blending into the background.  Blogging has helped me so much.  I've gained a reason for life other than looking after my family - that goes without saying they are number one and always will be, but they don't need me like they used to.

I have fun writing my blog, planning outfits, sharing on social media, meeting new like-minded people online and just soaking up all the wonderful outfits on all your blogs and sites.  So much inspiration I often get caught up and spend ages reading other blogs and looking through Instagram.

As I enter my next year I've got lots of new ideas to look into - one of which may be Vlogging!  Now that will be a big learning curve ..... do watch this space. X

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To celebrate my anniversary I've put together a wonderful and tasty prize which I'm thrilled with.

Unfortunately it's only open to UK residents.

The exciting prize of Neal's Yard Rehydrating Rose Skincare Kit is just one of the goodies you could win.  Comprising of Cleanser, Toner, Nourisher and Moisturiser these four bottles are encased in a sturdy little Neal's Yard skincare bag.

The second prize is a delicious (I speak from first hand knowledge) box of chocolate brownies freshly baked by Little Berry Bakes.  The smell is divine and they can be heated for a few seconds to produce a gooey centered yummy cake.

How to Enter.

Head over to Mummabstylish Instagram page for full details ..... you can join the Giveaway .....

HERE

Good luck my friends. X

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Time for a party #Chicandstylish #LINKUP

Before the linkup let's see who was favourite from last time.  Welcome Sabina - Ocean Blue Style at Manderley.  She's sharing 3 ways with jeans - love them all Hunny. x

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, 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 post.

You can also share the love on social media.

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter

Thanks for joining me today and good luck with the Giveaway my friends.

One of my dear blogging friends featured me on her blog recently and I hope you'll stop by for a quick read all about it - many thanks to Suzy - The Grey Brunette  for including me sweetie. X

Have a super week my friends, catch up on Monday for the latest from the Style not Age collective.

Bye for now. X