Wow, welcome September, I do hope you wont reward us by being typical Autumnal weather - I really would like a bit more summer sunshine to relish before cooler days strike!
A few weeks ago I was thrilled to go out for the day with three friends. We went out to play ... well have a meal and a few drinks and we caught the train to do it!
I can't tell you how excited I was, you'd have thought I was a teenager getting out in the Summer holidays.
The station is just down the road so my daughter dropped me off. Not having caught a train for a long time she told me where to go and what to do in order to buy a ticket at the machine and what platform to go to! I sound like an idiot, but getting older and usually driving and not having been out much due to Covid really did squash my confidence. It was so easy to get the ticket and I was soon waiting for the train to arrive, I'd asked my friends to look out for me, which they did and as soon as the train arrived I made my way to find them.
Arriving in Broadstairs we made our way down through the town, stopping at a little boutique "just to have a look" of course ... it's what us women do isn't it? All four of us managed to find a pretty little gem in this shop and today I'm sharing mine with you!
Tie a scarf in a corresponding shade around a basic straw bag to compliment any outfit. My cerise scarf does the job brilliantly for an eye-catching finish.
I'm ALWAYS drawn to pink, it's my favourite colour. It's a really feminine shade that sheds positivity wherever it goes. The buffet dress, which is probably what many would call a smock has been very popular over the summer months. They are so easy to wear and have been the perfect style for lock-down figures, they cover a multitude of sins - many of which I've succumed to, like eating too much crap and drinking a bit more than I should!
The midi length is also rather flattering too, and by wearing it with trainers keeps everything elegant with a hint of non-conforming edginess. I'm actually obsessed with mine from Hotter Shoes, they are ultra comfy and look so stylish on.
I teamed a white jean jacket over my dress keeping is clean and crisp and showing the dress off beautifully.
Tie a scarf in a corresponding shade around a basic straw bag to compliment any outfit. My cerise scarf does the job brilliantly for an eye-catching finish.
We were having a meal in a little Italian restaurant by the seaside, it overlooked the bay and as the weather was fair we had a good view and nice relaxed afternoon. We chatted for hours, and didn't realise how quickly the time had passed. We moved onto a little cocktail bar and again chatted and drank while the sun went down and the bar filled up. We left just after and made our way home clutching our goodies, feeling full up and slightly tipsy ... what a fun afternoon I'd had. A repeat performance is on the cards very soon!
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Time to party, it's #Chicandstylish #LINKUP
Favourite blogger from last weeks entries is Jess - Elegantly Dressed & Stylish Who's embracing the seasonal change in this elegant and chic silky tan dress with black accessories and striking neck scarf.
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Until then, have a super weekend.
Cheerio for now. X
We're both in the pink this week Jacqui. I also hate traveling on my own. Covid times or not! I'm useless! xx
ReplyDeleteJust my favourite colour Laurie, I need more practice getting out on my own I think. x
DeleteIt sounds like you had a wonderful outing! Your pink dress is fabulous! Love it styled with sneakers!
ReplyDeleteJill - Doused in Pink
It was such a lovely day, need to get out and do it again soon. x
DeleteI love this dress on you! it's so beautiful and the white denim jacket is a great topper with it! I really need to wear my white jacket with pink more often! :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a really fun day out too!
Thank you for the link up!
Hope you are having a good week. First week of spring here in Brisbane :)
Away From The Blue
Many thanks Mica, you are too kind. Hope you're having a super beginning of September, bet you're looking forward to Summer arriving. x
DeleteI'm off to meet three friends next week. It will be my first trip on a train for more than a year and I'm feeling just like you did! I'm dreading working out how to get a ticket from a machine! I used to travell my train all the time so it's really silly. Glad you had such a lovely time. I love your pretty outfit I must give some thought to what I will wear.
ReplyDeleteGood luck to you. I'm sure you'll be fine, it's daunting at first, but the machine was quite straightforward to use. Have fun. x
DeleteIt sounds like you had a wonderful day out with friends! I could use one of those! And I love this pink dress on you. The white jacket and trainers are so good with it, too. You look fabulous, my friend!
ReplyDeleteShelbee
www.shelbeeontheedge.com
It was super Shelbee, just the tonic I needed. Just want to go again soon. x
DeleteThis is really pretty and spring/summery! I wish I could wear my white jacket but still too warm here. I love how you added the scarf to your straw tote too.
ReplyDeletewww.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com
Thanks so much Mirielle, kind words. I look forward to seeing you style it when you can. x
DeleteThis dress is so romantic and an evergreen. Great find. You can wear it for years to come.
ReplyDeleteLove it Nicole, so pleased with it. I know I'll have it for a long time. x
DeleteI love this shade of pink, Jacqui, and it looks lovely on you. Tying a scarf on a bag adds such a nice touch! I know what you mean about lacking confidence to go out again. It's like relearning all the things we did naturally before!
ReplyDeletexx Darlene
Oh me too Darlene. I'm glad you like my tip and it's somewhat good to hear I'm not alone. x
DeleteJacqui, thank you so much for the feature! I do love rust for Fall. Your pink dress is so pretty and I see why you love pink. It does look great with so many colors too and with your complexion. I laugh at the "just looking", I am not great at just window shopping when surrounded by temptation!
ReplyDeletejess xx
www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
You're welcome Jess, love your style. Glad you like the dress, I'm so pleased with it. Have a super week. x
DeleteSuch a beautiful dress, Jacqui. I love pink :) I am so cold at the minute but my son kindly gave me flu!! Thanks so much for hosting xx
ReplyDeleteAwe too kind, many thanks Claire. It's really turned hasn't it! Had my lounge suit on today and am under a furry blanket. Have a great weekend. x
DeletePink is my favorite color too—it looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteCheryl Shops | www.cherylshops.net
This shade of pink suits you very well and you style that dress great!
ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting the party for us and wish you a great start of weekend!
It sounds like you had a wonderful day! You look beautiful in pink, Jacqui and it's understandable why it's your favourite colour. I love it too and it goes with so many other shades too.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend!
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Suzy xx
I don't think we've seen you in pink very often. It's definitely your colour!
ReplyDeleteI do love pink, too! This dress is so cute on you and I really love the pink bow on your bag, too! I can't wait to go out shopping and to lunch with my two friends I've known forever. They are both still not comfortable to venture out and I am, so it is hard!! But, I understand.
ReplyDeleteCarrie
curlycraftymom.com
Beautiful dress! It looks lovely with the white jacket and trainers. Isn't it wonderful to finally get out with friends again? It's so much more enjoyable after not being able to for so long! Hope you have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteEmma xxx
www.style-splash.com
And pink looks amazing on you!! Have a great weekend xx
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