This is a landmark post for me, simply because I can’t remember any outfit post ever without at least one ASOS item… I think I have an addiction. And I hope you get the Annie Hall comparison – it’s the usual “post title that came to me when looking at the photos” scenario. And I did something that very, very rarely happens to me: I pulled a not-bought-recently item out of my wardrobe I’d not worn before. I know a lot of women have unworn clothes in their wardrobes, but I never do it. I’ll buy something and then be wearing it the very next day – I don’t just hang it in my wardrobe. To me that’s like buying chocolate and not eating it straight away (who has that sort of willpower)??!
So I bought this blouse last year and didn’t have a specific occasion for it, so it just went unworn, mostly because I found the billowyness hard to style. And then I Pinned this… and the idea of putting a waistcoat over the top seemed perfect – though it’s got a touch of the pirate about it too 😉
Maybe I should have called the post Pirate Annie Hall. Too cryptic…?
P.S. Just realised the thumb ring is ASOS. My bad.
Hat: Very, Blouse: Debenhams, Waistcoat: Unknown (old), Skirt: River Island I like this one, Heels: Betty Jackson at Debenhams I like these ones, Earrings: Accessorize, Rings: Accessorize / ASOS / H&M, Bracelets: H&M / New Look, Watch: Jasper Conran at Debenhams, Nails: Nails Inc Whitehall Magnetic
I'm the same way about clothes – when I buy something new, I wear it instantly and repeatedly. I get way too excited about new clothes to save them for a special occasion 🙂
I can't get over how cool you look in these photos! Much better than Annie Hall, in my opinion.
Annie Hall style works very well for you. Very cool!
loving the hat, catherine..adorable look!
sheree
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You just can't go wrong with that skirt! You look so chic and sleek!
I can totally relate on the buying chocolate and not eating it immediately =D Your skirt is really nice. Great choice from ASOS =) Thank you so so much for your lovely comment at my blog. I'm very proud of the dress as well =)
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Def reminds me of Annie Hall! But I like your style better 😉 This hourglass shape outfit is so feminine and pretty on you…even with the menswear details. You look great!
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You're all so very, very sweet everyone – thanks so much!!!!!
It was a bit of a departure for me but that's probably why I hadn't worn the blouse before – it was just so different to anything else I have. Have to think of another way to style it now :))
Catherine x
Oh, I love everything about this outfit. Everything! Very, very nice.
This skirt as I know, is precious. The outfit is pretty mu. I love the nails.
The fit is so perfect with every piece of this outfit! I think that's tough to do with a blouse and any layer. What a great total look!
Molly
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Well, la-dee-dah, as Annie Hall would say. I JUST LOVE that movie. Diane Keaton was so incredibly stylish, and yet so kooky. Not too kooky, just right, if you know what I mean. How interesting to pair the waistcoat/hat with a skirt. It works!
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Oh, this is so gorgeous.
Gorgeous, you have inspired me to go and get some nail polish tomorrow.It has been too long since I have dressed up my hands.
I have some blouses (one even has ruffles down the front!) like yours and worry they make me look like Michelin Man, so I often wear them under sleeveless dresses.
Bec
You put all the pieces well to create a totally chic look Catherine….Bravo!!
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I love your shoes!
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stunning captures Catherine – u look lovely, like right out of a movie set. I love the denim vest n crisp white shirt combo – classic.
btw, I am following u on GFC now 🙂
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Thanks for the follow Ashy and your lovely comments!! xoxo
There's something about that first photo that makes you look like Sophie from Howl's Moving Castle. Before she ages of course!
Limette I wasn't sure of the film you meant so had to look it up… and I HAVE seen it (doh!) And you know what, you're right… there's a definite likeness with the hat, hair, blouse etc. That's a great comparison, I'm really flattered because she was lovely, thanks so much!! xoxo
I love this skirt! And I'm one of those people who buys things and waits. That's why I have a rule… I buy it and if I don't wear it in two weeks I'll never wear it so return it! You look adorable!
That's a good rule, Chris, I think I work the same way (I do about 95% of my shopping online)! Thanks sweetie so much! x
Catherine, I love this look! You rock this!
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You look lovely! Seriously, your styling is pert near perfect. And I'm so jealous of your ability to wear a hat. Jealous, I tell you!
haha, asos freak. (takes one to know one! :P)
Hi, my name's Catherine and I'm an ASOS addict. Guilty as charged 😉
I actually love such blouses. I watched all the Pirates of the Caribbean so many times that I'm obsessed with them and want to add one to my wardrobe.
Haha I'm going to avoid wearing it with a pirate's hat and pointy beard, Audrey, otherwise I think I may look a bit TOO Captain Jack Sparrow ;)) Thanks for your comment sweetie! x
You put things together in such a way that they look so right! Makes me feel like trying some new ideas ……thank – you!! xx
I love your skirt Catherine! It's so beautiful. Paired together with your vest and WOW! Totally love this look 🙂
This is a different look for you, but you pull it off well!
I wish we had ASOS here. Sounds like a great shop.
I'm kind of a discipline freak when it comes to fancy chocolate. If I get a box, I'll only eat one piece a day, until it's gone. It's just that I want it to last longer! No such willpower with new clothes, though.
ASOS is available everywhere Kasmira – I know there's an ASOS US – they do free delivery worldwide! Then again, you may become as addicted as me ;))
Thanks hun x
Hi sweetie, love this look! I love that skirt of yours and I love how you've styled it with the white blouse and waistcoat. The hat gives the outfit an unexpected twist and the shoes are the perfect pick. 🙂
Take care, Daniella xox
You way outdid Annie Hall. I can see the inspiration, but wow, you've added elegance.