There’s no theme this week for the link up – basically anything goes as it’s Easter Monday!
We’re still experiencing pretty cold, damp weather in the UK (Storm Katie is blowing a hooley as I write this) so unfortunately I’m not exactly spring-like in this outfit… My leopard coat and flared jeans are reigning supreme. Hope you’ve had a fabulous Easter weekend and not gorged too much on chocolate bunnies 😉
I’ve worn blush pink with this leopard coat before, and it’s a really nice combination I think – something about the contrast of wild animal print and the softest of pinks appeals to me. The flared jeans and white Adidas Stan Smiths are so comfy I think I may be hard-pressed to wear anything else till this weather cheers up a bit – could someone please tell Mother Nature to turn the thermostat up a bit…?!
I wore this outfit for an early morning in the cold watching (and cheering on) my sister and niece run a local 10k race – I would normally have been running it myself but I haven’t done enough running post-injury to be able to run a 10k… My fitness levels just aren’t quite there yet. This weekend I posted some great healthy breakfast recipes (all of them wheat-free and high in protein) that I’m sure you’ll love!
And of course do add your outfits to this week’s link up – no theme so everyone has an equal chance of being featured next week (only if you’ve added a link or my button though of course)!
WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN WEARING AND LINKING UP THIS WEEK? TELL ME BELOW IN THE COMMENTS!
Zara coat AW12 | M&S jeans | ASOS blush sweater | ASOS snood | ASOS backpack | Adidas Originals White Stan Smiths
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Thank you for joining the #iwillwearwhatilike link up! This started as a campaign on Instagram in August 2015 where women over 30 wore everything on a journalist’s list of “inappropriate” items for 30+ women (including leopard print, short dresses and oversized sunglasses. Yes, really). It was so popular that I decided to carry it on weekly where women of all ages link up their fabulous style, never mind what anyone tells them not to wear!
So link up all your fabulous outfits (or shoes, accessories, make-up, etc.) every Monday at 3pm UK time – it’ll stay open for a week. Whilst the original article was of course aimed at the 30+, you can be ANY age to link up. The only criteria is that you’re wearing whatever you damn well like!
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This is for linking up what you’ve been wearing (or would like to wear) only. I like to keep it all looking tidy because I’m a bit of a neat-freak, so non-outfit links will be removed – it’s only fair to others linking up!
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My favourite FLORALS outfits from last week’s link up:
(L-R) Style Is My Pudding | On Out & About | Anna’s Island Style | Ocean Blue Style | Sheela Writes
This combo looks so fresh and fun! Thanks so much for linking up with Fun Fashion Friday, Gorgeous!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.blogspot.com
love this coat! thank you for hosting
Irene
http://www.thedailylace.com
We're having the same kind of weather so your outfit looks just like what I want to put on. I'm loving the white addidas, I believe they will be my go-to shoe for the season.
Thank you for hosting dear! I'm linking back to you HERE And… you are welcome any time to add your links on my blog
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Hi Catherine. Hope you are well. Great post! I have added the link from my post. Also I see you are a finalist for the blogger awards. Well done. So pleased for you. On another note, any more details on meeting up? Hope to hear from you. S x
Love this look! Thanks for sharing!
iabiti
Loving your outfit!! It really looks good! Thanks for sharing this blog!
Very fun look Catherine!! I have my TopShop animal print coat hanging in the closet, but here in SoCal is already too warm hehe. Love your look! xoxo
http://www.splashofteal.com
What a lovely surprise, Catherine, to be showcased in your Featured Favourites. And in such beautiful company too. Thank you so much 🙂 and your coat is absolutely drool-worthy. There truly is never a wrong moment to wear animal print, it's an instant look-at-me-pick-me-upper motif xoxo
Thanks for hosting Catherine! You got the perfect outfit for March madness. Hope you got a good nights sleep after rough sea 🙂 Sabina
Great coat – sorry you still need to wear a coat – come visit Florida in March and you'll need your sun cream! Love the whole look, and thanks for hosting, xox
-Patti
http://notdeadyetstyle.com
I do like the two toned coat on you styled with the adidas, almost like a cool girl don't care vibe.
xo Sheree
http://poshclassymom.com
IG: @poshclassymom
So loving the versatility and edginess of the two toned coat – Hope you had a lovely Easter!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
Oh, that coat is great. And I love the cozy sweater, too. Always so fun and fabulous! : )
I collect vintage leopard coats and I just can't seem to get enough of them. Love that you put yours with the soft pink, two of my favorite things! Thank you for hosting Kathrine!!
Cherie
http://www.stylenudge.com
You look very comfortable and sporty. I really love that leopard coat.
xo,
Janise
Such a great look !
this is very 90's, love the flared jeans nice change from skinnies. I have an awesome yellow outfit so hopefully join in next week
Lauren
livinginaboxx | bloglovin
I love the soft pink with the animal print as well. March is so fickle.
Thanks for the link-up, Catherine.
What a brilliant surprise to find myself featured again in your Featured Favourites. Thanks so much Catherine, I'm delighted and very grateful. You look both chic and cosy in today's offering. I love a bit of leopard print myself. It's very clever to have paired it with that sweet nude sweater, just gives you such a huggable look x
Anna
http://www.annasislandstyle.com
Happy Easter!
Love the two tone coat.
Last week we had a blizzard. Today it is raining. Gotta love March in Canada.
bisous
Suzanne
You + leopard print = a match made in heaven!
Enough said 🙂
Michelle xx
http://www.thebarefacedchic.co.uk
Our weather is all over the place as well…but on the bright side, that fabulous coat deserved at least one more outing before warm weather gets here and decides to stick around!
Debbie
http://www.fashionfairydust.com
I love leopard print when made well, and this coat is that and more. Love the bush tones and so fun wearing with white sneakers. I wore slip ons last week with bf jeans and get in the mood for it. The soft pink is a lovely blend with the leopard. Hope you had a wonderful Easter.
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
You were BORN to wear leopard print; it just suits you like nobody else! I love how you're wearing it; you ooze style, but you still look so comfortable and cozy. I have no doubt you were the best-dressed person watching the race… by a mile (haha). xx
Thank you for hosting the link-up lovely lady.
I love your leopard print coat and agree that it looks divine with the soft pink. I'm in agreement too that I wish the weather would warm up. Happy Easter to you and your lovely husband xxxxx
Great coat! It looks great with the pink sweater! I also love the flares with the sneakers! I only have one pair of flares that work with (quite high) heels, but I really want another pair that'll work with sneakers/flats.
That coat is great! Looks cozy! 🙂
Sooo thrilled to be one of your faves from last week's floral-themed linkup, dearest Catherine; I'm certainly in some very chic company!! 🙂 And you've managed to put a thoroughly modern spin on these seventies-inspired flare jeans by combining them with sneakers and that super-cozy sweater and coat!! I'm sure your sister and niece did especially well in the race…considering they had stylish you cheering from the sidelines!! XOXO
StyleIsMyPudding.com
Monika it was my pleasure to feature your gorrrrrrrrgeous floral mix!! Thank you so much sweetie, glad to have you link up as always x
Dear Catherine I haven´t been close to a coat since we are living here. I only own one, plus many light jacket and a thick jacket for England,hahahha.
We might come over this summer.
Thank you so much for your gorgeouness and lovely link up.
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Ohhhh Sacramento I don't need to here that…!!!! hehe 😉 You know I'm such a hot weather girl, I can't imagine living somewhere that just doesn't get cold! xx
That coat is quite a statement!! I love it with the blush (I almost thought it was a warm tan from the pictures)!
How'd your sister do in her race? If you had run also—do you guys compete against each other?? How fun!! jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
thanks for hosting!!
Thank you Jodie, so glad you like the coat, it's such a favourite of mine…! My sister and niece were a little slower than last year but still did a really good time (10k in 60 mins). I ran with my husband last year and my sister and niece also ran it – and they beat us by a good 5-10 minutes. The thing is my sister is 53, so 10 years older than me…!!!!!! She puts me to shame 😉
OK that backpack is FANTASTIC! Love the simple silhouette with this knit fur combo — the perfect minimalistic touch to those fabulous layers!
Xoxo,
Ashley || Sed Bona
awww thank you Ashley my lovely!! xx
Lovin' the leopard print on you! I always enjoy wearing casual and comfy!
Me too, Debbie (though I do love heels and dresses too!) – thank you xx
Such a chic outfit and cozy too! I wish it was still cold enough to wear chunky sweaters and wool coats here. You look fabulous! xo, A
We can swap weather if you like, Adrienne…!! 😉 Thank you so much sweetie xx