I think pleated skirts were made for photos – don’t you just love the swooshiness as you walk?!! It looks sooo good on camera…!
Anyway, onto round two of my bargain supermarket clothing buys: the blue ombre sweater (see round one here). It was begging to be paired with other pastels, and as I hadn’t worn my pleated skirt in a while it was a perfect choice considering it’s still chilly here! But I am so feeling the love for my new tote bag from Next… yes, I have to admit it was love at first sight. I love large bags so I can carry my life round in them – and in cream, pink and coral I was going to be thinking about this beauty all day if I hadn’t taken it home with me 😉
Happy Sunday folks, and if you have an extra day off tomorrow: enjoy!!!
Sweater: F+F at Tesco, Skirt: New Look, Loafers: ASOS, Bag: Next, Bracelets: H&M / Urban Outfitters, Watch: Seiko, Rings L-R: ASOS / H&M / ASOS / H&M, Nails: Rimmel Be a Star / Avon Mint / Rimmel Matte Top coat
That bag is so summer perfect! J'adore!
Merci beaucoup, Kristin! 😉 xo
love that look, especially the gorgeous bag!
Creamy
Aww thank you, Emily!! C xo
So in love with this outfit, I adore pleated maxi skirts and dresses. You've styled this so gorgeously with pretty colours x
That's so lovely of you, thank you Sarah!! C xx
your skirt is sooo lovely!!
Thank you, Sandy! C xo
What a lovely whimsical skirt, love the ombre top & that is one incredible bag
Oh thank you Julia!! :)) C x
That's a beautiful skirt!
xo,
Shermineh
http://www.postgradchic.blogpsot.com
Glad you like it, lovely Shermineh – thank you! xo
I absolutely adore that entire outfit! Especially your bright accessories! It's amazing how they can make an outfit look so polished 😉 xo
Gosh, thank you Sara so much! C xx
You're right, the pleats are awesome! And now I'm dying to get a manicure! 🙂
So glad to have inspired you, thank you Stephanie! C xo
Really pretty flowy gorgeous pleats! And the ombre is a great touch!
<3 Cambria
jupefashion.blogspot.com
Aww, thanks Cambria my sweet! xoxo
I have been looking for a beige pleated skirt everywhere, so when I see them on style bloggers, I am so excited…and envious. I've been looking for a midi length. I think I may be too short for a maxi pleated skirt.
You look stunning as always. I know I'm more of a lurker, but your posts always brighten up my day and give me new ideas.
Lynne
Practical Paralegalism Career Dressing
What wonderful comments, Lynne, thank you so much! You lurk away, I don't mind… though of course compliments like that are always very welcome!! C xx
Oh my gosh, I love every single thing!! Those flats, the bag! ENJOY it!
:)) thank you, Jill! C xo
I am lusting over that bag. Unfortunately I'm not in the UK so I can't have one of my own 🙁 I found your blog by your comments on mine – thank you so much for introducing yourself to me, I'll be sure to follow from now on 😀
Aww that's so nice of you Franziska, and thank you for following – welcome to my blog!! C xoxo
Love the bag…having a shot of red with those colors is great!
Thank you sweetie! C xx
You look absolutely gorgeous, dear!!! 🙂 The skirt is amazing, and the bag is beautiful and great for summer. Love-love the look!!! 🙂
Victoria,
'The Wind of Inspiration' style blog
PS I pinned this recently – http://pinterest.com/pin/26036504066022959/ – and you were the very first thought that came to me when I saw this pic. Maybe you'd like to try… 🙂 xoxo
Thank you, Victoria my lovely!! And I've checked out your Pin – I've repinned it, that's one beautiful hairdo, how nice of you that you thought of me! If only I had more time in the morning to try it… I think it will be a weekend job! C xx
lovely outfit, I love the color scheme, wonderful …
So glad you like it! Thank you Josep-Maria! C x
Great look! I really love that tote!
It's sooo lovely, isn't it, Alicia…?! Thank you hun! xx
Your look is so classically elegant, but I love how you punch it up with the fun accents, too. Loving the stacked bracelets and the beautiful blues.
That's a wonderful compliment, Anne – thank you xx
Love that skirt! Once again, your nails and jewelry are amazing!
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
Thank you, lovely Yi-chia xoxo
Fabulous outfit and I agree about the pleated skirt.
Thank you, Wendy! C xoxo
Soooo pretty!From head to toe!You doll!;)
xx
B.
http://www.beeswonderland.com/
Thanks so much Borjana!! C x
The nails look so good with those rings!
Glad you like them, Annie! Thanks sweetie xx
Those pleats fluttering in the wind….so pretty. I am not daring enough to try those nails yet, but I do love your style. If you want to see my fashion post head to http://www.momtrends.com/2012/05/mom-2-0-summit/
That's so nice of you, thank you Nicole! C x
That skirt is gorgeous, and I love how you paired it with the mint sweater…SO pretty!
Annie
The Other Side of Gray
Aww thank you, Annie!! C x
So lovely Catherine!!! I have some shoes like those but honestly I have wore them twice … you make me want to take them out… <3
That's a lovely compliment, Aminta, thank you! I wear mine so much because they're sooo comfy :)) C x
Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh I love, love you with that wonderful skirt in the wind, ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
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I knew you would, Sacramento, with your skirt obsession!!! Thanks sweetie xoxo
You are truly the queen of colour. Wonderful combination. I love everything about this outfit. Very chic yet colourful!
Oh thank you so much, Sylvia! xo
you look fabulous as always, the pleated skirt is gorgeous. I like the contrast of textures with the sweater top. The juxtaposition of colors are great. You are such a color expert. The accessories and nail colors are ultra cute too.
mongs
mythriftycloset.blogspot.com
You've showered me with compliments yet again – thank you Mongs so much xoxo
Lovely mix of colours.
My motto: red is a neutral. 🙂
I think you're right Tallulah – red SHOULD be a neutral! Thanks sweetie xx
This bag is so striking. Wonderful!
Aww thanks, Kathleen! C x
Pleated skirts are both casual and elegant, can be worn at any time and they always look good.
Nora
http://notenora.blogspot.com
I agree – thanks Nora! c x
Very beautiful combination. Love the shoes and the blings!
Kim, USA
Gosh, thank you Kim! C xx
Love the skirt! The colors are beautiful on you!
What a lovely compliment – thanks Vicki! It's also nice to meet you, thanks for following! C x
The pretty neutral skirt provides such a great foundation for lovely, bright colors. Your bracelet stacks look so beautiful together.
Van @ The Clothes We Wear
That's so lovely of you – thanks Van! C xo
You are a woman after my own heart…loving your arm candy!
Heehee thanks Tamera! C x
Oh, the pleated skirt with the blue loafers are wonderful together.
Thank you Terri you're such a love!! C xx
Great shoes and bracelets let alone the skirt.
Wow thanks, Angie!! C xo
This skirt is so beautiful– sophisticated and feminine! And how in the world did you find those teal loafers??– adorable!
xoxo
Remy
http://www.mydailythreads.blogspot.com
Thanks for your lovely comments, Remy! C x
Everything about this is INCREDIBLE! The accessories, the nails, the bag! I am so in love 🙂
<3 Daryl
Roots, Wings & Other Things.
Gosh thank you, Daryl…!! C xo
I love this look sooo much honey!! I think your theory on pleated skirts is correct,they are definitely made for photos! I love the nude colour of your skirt and i am loving how you teamed yours with the pastel coloured top and shoes!! Your bag is a really gorgeous statement piece and it looks great against the softer tones of the look! 🙂
Take care,Daniella xox
Oh I'm so glad you like it, Daniella! Thanks so much honey xoxo
Gorgeous! I love the way you matched your shoes and jumper!
x
http://polway.blogspot.co.uk
Thanks so much Polly! xoxo
beautiful!! I esp love the flowy skirt.
Thank you Mary! xx
Love your accent fingernail on a very lovely manicure. That is one fabulous handbag!!!
Glad you like it, Debbi, thank you! C xx
This is one of my favorites on you! So feminine and a touch of retro. Lovely!
Aww thank you Joni! xx
I love this outfit, Catherine. Beautiful textures, colors, and shapes!
Thanks Lizz, so much! C xo
Very, very nice bag Catherine. One of my (much younger) colleages has a similar style of dressing as you have. So I pointed your blog out to her.Bingo, you have a new fan and follower. That is what blogging is al about, isn't it?
That's so lovely of you, sweetie – thanks for the recommendation and your kind words! c x
Oh, the tote is so wonderful!! Love the swishy skirt. I have one too, in red, and I marvel at the sounds all day : >
There is one drawback, Patti: they get stuck in car doors I've found!! Thanks sweetie xx
I love ombre, so this sweater is amazing. And the new bag is lovely! I too enjoy taking pictures when wearing pleated skirts, but they aren't as flattering on me as they are on you! Work it girl!
A Southern Drawl
Oh thank you Grace, so much! xoxo
Colors are great 🙂 And I like your new baga and skirt 🙂
Thanks sweetie! C x