I haven't worn my vintage Lacroix blazer much since I wrote about it a year ago when I first got my hands on it, as I've actually found it quite a hard piece to style. There's the danger of it looking a little frumpy (I'd mentioned it's quite "Ladies Who Lunch"), so I definitely wouldn't wear it with a skirt, but I think jeans is always a good fail safe. I teamed it with the brightest, boldest scarf I have to add something a little more funky to the mix. I'm pretty happy with this combo, and didn't feel like an old frump at all thank goodness :)
Something I hadn't noticed before when wearing it: the back of the blazer is so clever (and I'm sure this one of the things you pay for when buying designer), have you noticed the optical illusion the cut and the pattern make to create that nipped-in waist? I love how it creates an hourglass shape just from the lines in the checks... thanks Christian, I owe you!
Hope everyone is having a great weekend!
Blazer: Vintage Lacroix, Scarf: ASOS, Jeans: Miss Sixty, Heels: River Island, Watch: Jasper Conran at Debenhams
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I love the blazer and I love your hair like this..adorbs!
ReplyDeleteSheree xx
Hmm I wasn't sure about thee pineapple style at first, but it kinda grew on me! Thanks Sheree, honey xo
DeleteI don't see that blazer ever being frumpy, especially on you, but I do love the way you styled it with the fun polka dot scarf.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous clash.
ReplyDeletehave a wonderful Sunday, Catherine.
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DeleteLove the mix of textiles .. really like your shoes as well :-)
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I love everything about this- the jacket, hair, jeans and shoes. Just so nice!
ReplyDeleteThank you Marla, so much!! C x
DeleteYour hair looks super cute like this.
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Suzanne
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Amazing Lacroix jacket, clearly so well made, and you look gorgeous with your hair like that.
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Aw Catherine that blazer is a beautiful piece. I love how it looks with that amazingly striking scarf and jeans. The detailing at the back is indeed very clever and makes it all the more special. Also loving the hair, I always look forward to the hair styles you create. :)
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Oh bless you, D - you're a sweetheart!!! xo
DeleteHappy outfit! Love the Lacroix jacket!
ReplyDeleteVery fun look! That blazer is quiet the find...it's lovely but I can see that it is a little tricky to style! Love the bright scarf thrown in the mix!
ReplyDeleteApril
Knocked Up Fabulous
the scarf definately makes this blazer less a "ladies who lunch" blazer too! What a great styling you have done!
ReplyDeleteLove how that jacket nips in the waist and yes, most definitely, you get what you pay for. Designer clothes are usually made well (some are losing quality as they continue to move to China) and there are little details you won't find in regular clothing. An amazing combo of color. :-)
ReplyDeleteOooh that's interesting what you say about China, Rachel: something to note for current clothes that will be future vintage, isn't it...? Thanks sweetie x
DeleteOh clever CL for the optical illusion, but you don't need any help in that area lovely! The scarf is an absolutely ingenious way to de-lunch the jacket - you are absolutely brilliant! xoxo
ReplyDeleteYou look absolutely fabulous - seriously your body is banging! I love how the colors really pop :)
ReplyDeleteOh Franziska you're making me blush!!! Thank you hun =more blushing= xoxo
DeleteHow can we focus on the back of the blazer with your toned booty?? LOL!!! Seriously girl you look good. And I love the vintage blazer. The colors are fun and you styled it really uniquely! <3
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And Toni you stop it too!! I am so flattered though... thank you :))))
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Normally I am so fearful of mixing patterns but you totally rock at it! Teach me your ways!
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Glad you like the mix, Cotton! Thank you!
DeleteI love the bright red and blue scarf! That is one of my favorite color combinations.
ReplyDeleteGreat back on the jacket and lovely shoes! (It's all in the details.)
ReplyDeletegreat blazer! you're write it totally works with jeans. And how fun is that scarf!?!?
ReplyDeletethe blazer is just fabulous
ReplyDeletebrett
It's a very interesting blazer. I love the colours and the detail at the back.
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Nothing beats big bold polka dots!
ReplyDeleteI love your scarf SO much! Seriously, it's fabulous. I also like the way you paired it with the blazer. Very, very nice.
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totally love the massive polka dots! stopping by from wiww
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that scarf is amazing!!
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you look gorgeous! you know how I love color and that scarf is everything!
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great mix of textures! love the scarf!
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing! Truly stunning back details on that gorgeous blazer, and I always love those shoes. xoxo
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