No new purchases here, in fact everything I’m wearing is really quite old. But that’s what I love about challenges like Everybody Everywhere: they say Nautical, I initially say oh no…! However it forced me to combine some old pieces and wear something I bought a while ago but hadn’t yet worn: my Union Jack headscarf. I was looking for nautical inspiration on Pinterest and pinned this image of a scarf worn in that retro low-on-the-forehead way, so I went with that, added the obligatory breton striped top and touches of red… the result? An outfit with a nautical vibe I was actually quite happy with!
I think the best thing to come out of this challenge for me was finding a way of wearing a headscarf that didn’t make me look like the Queen – I wanted to channel Jackie O slightly more than our Liz (even if I am wearing her flag on my head 😉
Happy Tuesday everyone!!!
Top: ASOS I like this one with a dark top half, Union flag scarf: ASOS similar, Trousers: Warehouse (old), Shoes: Freemans (old) similar save similar splurge, Belt: ASOS, Sunglasses: Fabris Lane similar, Bracelets: Topshop similar / ASOS, Watch: Fossil, Rings L-R: ASOS / ASOS / ASOS / H&M, Nails: No.17 Glitter Top Coat similar
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Love that scarf and accessories. Ever ready for travel in style,eh.
I love this outfit – so festive and perfect for the nautical theme!
GORG! I so look forward to your posts.
:)) thank you Jill! C x
I missed the challenge but I visit via Already pretty.I like all the red details of your outfit and of course the legendary by now scarf of yours.
:)) I love that you say it's now legendary, Angie! Not bad for it's first outing…!! Thanks sweetie xoxo
You look so retro, I love it! I immediately thought of Jackie O when I saw that head scarf 🙂
What a lovely compliment! Thanks Stacey! C xx
I have a boat trip coming Saturday but instead of wearing something inspired by you, I will probably have to wear my thick winter coat etc. It is not going to be warm. And of course flat shoes. No lovely high heeled red shoes. Or my husband will leave me on the shore.
Greetje
Heehee oh that's a shame, Greetje! Mind you, if I'd actually been on a boat I think I would have been dressed like yourself…! C x
I love this! If only you has a yacht…really. It would be straight out of a magazine!
xo,
Shermineh
http://www.postgradchic.blogspot.com
What a lovely compliment… thank you Shermineh! C xx
I love this outfit! I hope you'll stop by and add this and any other posts you're proud of to my Wednesday What We Wore, Read, and Made Link party
marissa
http://raegunwear.blogspot.com
Thanks Marissa, I will pop over! C x
it´s great i´ll be back soon.
Aww thank you, Clara! C x
Hey Catherine! I co-incidentally found your blog via EBEW at roughly the same time you found mine, and was so pleased you commented, because I absolutely love your style! You've now inspired me to go and get out some of my scarves and see if I can get them to look remotely like yours in this photo – you look so effortlessly stylish!
Wow what wonderful compliments, Amber – you're too kind!! Thank you so much! C xoxo
catherine, gorgeous use of colors! so summer-y… and you look amazing!
xoxo
jasmine
AdamAlexMommy
Aww that's so sweet of you… thank you, Jasmine! xoxo
oops I meant love it! : )
;)) I knew you meant love, no worries! x
what a cute outfit!! I loe it!
Thanks so much, Katie! C x
I love this outfit! And I love challenges like this that force you to look at your clothes and put them together in different ways.
That is SO true, Annie…! Thanks sweetie! C x
You remind me of Bardot! 🙂
Goodness me – what a fabulous compliment, Laura!!! Thank you so much!! C xo
Beautiful nautical look!
Creamy
Glad you like it, Emily sweetie!! C x
I love the scarf! Great outfit!
Thank you, Shannon! C xo
LOVE this look! the head scarf is pretty amazing!
xoxo,
Fashion Fractions
:))) thank you, Neris!! C x
Such a great look.
Thanks so much, Amy! C x
So, so cute! Love it!
Aww thank you, Jodi! C xo
Absolutely love the whole look!
I'm so glad, thank you Cassi! x
I love me a head scarf! Love all the colors here! I've been admiring your brave and fun mix of patterns and color. You have your own, unique sense of style which sets you apart from the rest of us! Ha!
Regards, Whitley Adkins Hamlin
http://www.thequeencitystyle.com
What wonderful comments… thank you so much, Whitley! C xx
Love the look. Great pics too.
Thanks, Mindie! C x
absolutely adore this look, especially your jewelry!
Aww thank you, Julia! C x
Catherine, I LOVE this look!!!
It's classic yet it still shows your personality.
LOVE the Jackie O style scarf too
I'm so glad you do, Julia – thank you my sweet! C x
The scarf is really wonderful! And much larger than the itty bitty one I incorporated into my nautical look.
Nautical was a bit tough, wasn't it, Terri?! Thanks so much xoxo
LUV this look. Nothing looks so crisp as red, white, and blue together… and the scarf! Be still my heart. <3
Aww thanks so much, hun!! C x
You do look ready for a cruise!! Call the travel agent now! Lovely as always!
Heehee thank you, Pam sweetie…!! C xo
AWESOME look! I love this nautical outfit, I think it's one of my favourites 🙂
Thank you, Kelly! C x
You definitely are in need of a yacht. But as much as I love those stripes I love the print on your scarf. Beautiful!
xx, micol
http://themarcystop.blogspot.com
So glad you like it, Micol!! Thanks so much, hun! xo
your look immediately caught my eye over on EBEW
love love love the head scarf and how true about trying to pull off the Jackie O look and not some other politically incorrect look lol
you did a fantastic job
brett
Hee hee thank you Brett, so glad you think it's a little bit Jackie O!! C xo
I like the colours repeated in every detail. Is this a celebration of French elections?
Nora
notenora.blogspot.com
Thank you Nora… no, I'm afraid it's not connected with the French elections, but the timing is just about right!! C xx
So gorgeous! The red ties in so perfectly with the shades of blue and the stripes, and I'm drooling over your head scarf 🙂 It's always the best when you can pull together an effortlessly perfect outfit without having to run out for something new.
And I've found the perfect way to wear my scarf too, Sorren, so it was a win-win! Thanks hun! C x
This is a great outfit for the nautical EBEW! I especially love the scarf in your hair! – Katy
So glad you like it, thanks Katy :)) C x
wow love your head scarf! so modernly mod!
xx
Aww thank you, Jessica! C xx
I love this combination of colors with the stripes! And I'm a little obsessed with that scarf 😉 xo
Thanks Sara :))) xoxo
Haha! I too joked about needing a yacht in my EBEW post today. Your stripey outfit is perfection. I have been following you on Pinterest and love, love, LOVE your style!!! Thanks! ~Sarah {Sarah Hulbert Style}
http://sarahhulbertstyle.com/?p=2203
That's wonderful, Sarah – thank you sweetie! C x
I'm loving the colours and your effortless style 😀 Never would have guessed that the scarf is Union Jack, looks very pretty!
That's so nice of you – thank you Rhia! C x
The headscarf is the perfect touch!
I always miss the EBEW day, dang! Maybe next time!
I did too, last year… once I did one I found I automatically remembered them after that! Thanks, Madeline sweetie! C x
I love it! So classic, chic and fun! I wish I'd had time to participate in EBEW…but the weather wasn't really cooperating with what I Wanted to wear either..haha
Natasha ~ TashaDelrae.com
Thanks so much, Natasha! C xo
Love that shirt! And yes…that scarf just finishes the look:)
Emmy
http://scarberianfashionlover.blogspot.com
That's sweet of you, thanks Emmy :)) xx
oooh Catherine – I LOVE this look on you! That head scarf is so fun, and so is all of your jewelry….you nailed nautical 🙂
Annie
The Other Side of Gray
Thank you Annie, so glad you like it! C xx
LOVE your scarf, it is so perfect!!!!! I have a vintage Vera scarf that is red white and blue that I'm obsessed with. Your belt and arm candy is so amazing… you look stunning dear! 🙂
xoxo,
Rachel
http://www.rachelslookbook.com
Wowee thank you Rachel – so much!! C x
I love this look so much sweetie!! The nautical charm is absolute chic perfection! The striped top with the rolled up jeans is a combo you just can't beat and i love how you've dded in the the beautiful red accents,the headscarf is my favourite touch in this look. Love it 🙂
Take care,Daniella xox
You're just too kind and too sweet as always, Daniella!!! C xx
Stopping by from EBEW- I love that scarf- very cool! -J
thosetwocrazygirls.blogspot.com
Thanks, J and M! C xx
SUCH a good look for you!
<3 Daryl
Roots, Wings & Other Things.
Wow thank you, Daryl, I'm flattered! C xo
Love love love. The accessories make this outfit so special and I want that scarf!
It's proving to be very popular, Ali…! Thanks so much! C x
Wow Catherine! So perfect! I just love the color combination here. I'm working on finding a scarf with those colors…then the outfit. 😉
Aww thank you, lovely Joni!! C x
Union Jack Scarf is awesome 🙂
Glad you like it, Ivana! xx
You did the scarf to *perfection*, dear Catherine. I see a modern, red-haired Jackie O, with killer red shoes. : >
Wowee what a super compliment, Patti!!! Thanks sweetie so much! xoxo
i love your colors and rings =)
Thanks, hun! C x