Amazonian: because I am above average height (5’7″), but Amazonian only when wearing 5″ platform heels. And there are swallows on my top. Score!
This top was picked up from my fave supermarket clothing section (they truly have some little gems for next-to-nothing) – it worked perfectly with my neon-trimmed ASOS blazer and floral scarf. I haven’t done any pattern mixing for a little while, so I threw in my ready-made pattern-mixed scarf (stripes and florals) with the swallows… so that’s actually three patterns in all.
And I’m finally getting more adventurous with my nails – I knew all that Pinning would pay off eventually.
Are you all well and having a wonderful weekend I hope? Thanks so much for stopping by!
Blazer: ASOS, Top: F+F at Tesco, Jeans: Miss Sixty, Wedges: Levi’s, Scarf: F+F at Tesco, Bracelets: New Look / Debenhams, Watch: Jasper Conran at Debenhams, Rings: ASOS / ASOS, Nails: Rimmel Camouflage Chic / Nails Inc Black Taxi
I adore your denim wedge sneakers, especially the red piping!
That mani kicks arse!
I love how you tied your scarf in this outfit. Perfect for summer in New England (where I am). Definitely going to try that out!
Hannah Tattoos and Pearls
That shirt was a find, and I love your nails. Were they hard to do? I tend to struggle on doing my own french manicure. I might have to give it a try.
Carrie
Thanks Carrie… I have improved big time with french manicures, but that's only through a lot of practice! My best tips are:
1. Load just the right amount of polish onto the brush – I can't tell you how much, that's just trial and error (sorry)
2. When painting the tip, don't try to paint the line in one go straight across. Start from the outside of the nail and paint to the middle, then quickly reload the brush with polish and paint from the other outer side of the nail to meet the polish in the middle and it should blend in… I hope that makes sense.
Basically – practice makes perfect! xoxo
The print on your top is SO cute and I love your blue tipped manicure! I'm a new follower π
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
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Welcome, Sharon – and thank you!! xo
That blazer is so unbelievably awesome! I just adore it! Love the pattern mixing between the scarf and the top…so fun! And those shoes are amazing!
I love everything about this outfit! This printed top is so unique. π
-Mary @ stylethatmoves.blogspot.com
Thank you Mary, and welcome!! C x
Haha, yes! Pinning inspires me too! Love the nails and you mix patterns well:)
Aesthetic Lounge
Love the swallow top! So pretty. I love everything about this look, but especially the nails! Very, very cool!
You look great! I love the colors in this outfit!
April
I think bird prints are a sort-after trend this season. I'm glad you have one too =)
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The heels don't look that tall! It's a cute outfit, but the mani is my favorite detail.
love the mani!
Xo Megan
This is perfect from head to toe (or tail feathers!). Happy Monday Mingle!
Nicole
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What a gorgeous smile! You look fabulous!
Jeannie, thank you so much…!!
I love how relaxed this outfit is w the gray soft blazer and denims…but how the top keeps it feminine and fun.
<3 Cambria
jupefashion.blogspot.com
This is a wonderful look for you. Oooh, pretty fingernails!
What a cute blouse!!
Love the mix and your nails are FAB!
entire outfit looks GREAT…love those wedges and your nails are to die for…I am always jealous of fabulous nails…but mine chip within the DAY I get them done, so it just never seems worth it. Sigh.
C
Lovely outfit! Great pictures too π
Lana, xo
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That top is so cute!
Love the outfit and your nails are amazing!
Stopping in from Monday Mingle.
Hi Susan – thank you so much!! xo
Congratulations on finding that cute top! It works so well with the scarf, I love it! The wedges are great! You must have an incredibly steady hand to do those nails?! I looks fantastic!
Beautiful scarf. You would fit right in if you visited Paris.
Paris – wow!! Thank you Kathleen! xo
A nice outfit and delicate. Soft and beautiful tones. The jacket and shirt are great. Nails are a work of art.
You should've heard me when I was reading this post/surveying your outfit. It was something like, "Ooh, that's really cute! …ooh, that's cute too! Oh my gosh, her nails…" This is definitely an A+ outfit. π
Veralynn
joiedeveralynn.blogspot.com
Haha I do that with lots of blogs, too, Veralynn…! thanks so much x
Love this top– perfect with the lovely green accent.
xoxo
Remy
mydailythreads.blogspot.com
You look fabulous in those jeans. I can't believe you're 40 with that bod!
Sound of Chic – Classic style set to an indie soundtrack
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Jessica you are waaaaay too kind – but I am also very, very flattered! Thank you! xoxo
your outfit is awesome but those nails are even more awesome. I hope you have a wonderful week!
Girl, you are a natural with the nail art! Bravo!!! I feel the same way about Pinterest… There's so much pinning to do that I forget to turn my pin board inspiration into an actual reality π Teehee. Looking lovely as always… Have a wonderful week!
xoxo, Blair
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Thank you Blair – you are the queen of the mani so that's great coming from you!! C x
I love this outfit! Your swallow top is so pretty and I love how clasehed prints by teaming it with that gorgeous scarf. I also love your nails, inspired π
Take care, Daniella xox
Ahh – I cannot believe you found that pretty blouse at the supermarket! How do you do it?? Lovely look, Catherine.
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Greetings
Love the cardigan and the nails..I will have a post this week with a grey and non trimmed top…
great post hon!
Sheree x
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And I've seen it!! We look like we went shopping together ;)) xoxo