This is one of those outfits that’s all about the details. Oh, and those incredible platform boots…
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After wearing my purple suede platform boots after a long absence from my feet (and loving it), it got me thinking about just how fabulous proper platform boots are. You know the ones – the super high, mega chunky Elton John-style boots your older cousin wore when he was 22 in 1974? Or is that just me…
This outfit started with the croc platform boots and went from there. I spotted them recently in the Asos sale and got WAY too excited about them (not just because of the style but also because they were half price). I’d been wanting to get a pair of brown heeled boots for a while but really didn’t know what style to get: enter these true 70s-style beauties.
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I knew that I wanted to wear them with my cropped check trousers (the focus of this week’s 4 Ways to Wear, below).
I knew that I wanted something patterned on top to clash with the trousers.
I knew that I wanted to make this the outfit I (hopefully) wear this week as I have to go to London tomorrow for a photoshoot.
(I haven’t yet decided if the boots will be okay walking around and getting to and from the location, but they’re incredibly comfy and actually not all that high if you take into account how thick the sole is. Also, if you love my floral shirt with the contrasting collar and cuffs and necktie you might love this wildly patterned shirt with a contrasting tie and cuffs.)
I’m just hoping that it’ll be mild enough for me to wear my aeons-old olive green mac (similar). It’ll most likely be wet, let’s just hope not freezing cold as well. I know this mac is the best part of 20 years old as I bought it in the sales in Selfridges when I was still working in London… I left London in 2002. If that’s not what you call an investment I don’t know what is!
What’s YOUR oldest item of clothing that you still wear? Tell me in the comments…
P.S. I am FULLY aware that I look like some sort of French super sleuth TV character. I think I was subconsciously inspired by Blake Lively’s incredible wardrobe in A Simple Favor which I saw recently… have you seen it? It was one of those so-much-better-than-it-looks movies. I recommend.
P.P.S. I won’t actually go out with my coat draped over my shoulders like this, it’s just that the lovely details of the blouse would have been covered up had I put it on properly for the photos. And it was cold and I was too much of a wuss to take the coat off.
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Boots: Asos (almost half price!)
Shirt: Zara (this one is fabulous)
Trousers: & Other Stories (similar)
Mac: Karen Millen (nearly 20 years old! similar)
Beret: Asos (similar)
Necktie: Came with shirt (this one would create a similar look)
Sunglasses: Unknown (similar)
Gloves: Next (similar)
OTHER WINTER FLORAL/STATEMENT SHIRTS YOU MIGHT LIKE:
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OTHER PLATFORM BOOTS YOU MIGHT LIKE:
OTHER CHECK TROUSERS YOU MIGHT LIKE:
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5 ways to wear cropped check trousers…
Here are some of the other ways I’ve worn my cropped check trousers so you can see the different ways they can be styled:
Original posts: Top left – this post / Top right / Bottom left / Bottom right
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I really love the trousers!
What a wonderfully eclectic outfit!
Suzanne
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Thanks Suzanne! Kind of a mish-mash isn’t it 😀
Oh my gosh, thank you for the inspiration Catherine. I just love those platforms.
They so remind me of Abba and The Sweet….those were the days my friend…:) xo Sabina
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Soooooo ABBA, aren’t they Sabina?!! Heehee 😉 (thank you!)
Oh wow loving this look, love the whole thing, especially the boots. I was trying to work out how to wear my check jacket with pattern and seeing this has given me so many different ideas, thank you for the inspiration.
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You’re most welcome, Mathilda – and thank you!
This outfit is just WOW! The plaid pants and flowered top do work well together although my mind is screaming that they shouldn’t. I love the pearl buttons on the blouse cuffs. Great color match between your boots and gloves. What a totally fun outfit!
Michelle
This is an incredible outfit! Wow!
This outfit is so “you”—love the mix of patterns and textures, and as always, your accessories really make the look!
Cheryl Shops
I loved A Simple Favor, and I love your look! The colors in the floral and plaid play beautifully together. And your Elton John boots are fab!! An olive green mac is definitely a keeper.
xx Darlene
There is so much to love in this outfit that I don’t even know where to begin…love it!
Debbie
I’m in love with the gloves. I know it sounds stupid with those incredible items you are wearing. But I think the gloves are so sophisticated! Good luck with the shoot!
I love your ability to mix patterns so beautifully! Thank you for hosting the link party.
You continue to inspire me with print mixing Catherine. I’ve been trying but I need to remember to practice more.
I just love this,
XOOX
Jodie
As a midget, I love a platform anything! Love the whole look here. Great pattern mixing xx
Wahhh!!! Oh.em.geeee Catherine, this outfit is totally me and those boots are everything ❤ I’m rummaging through my wardrobe tonight to copy it for my lunch date tomorrow, Thanks baybee xxx
Ooooooh THIS IS AWESOME!!!!! I love this. It’s definitely one of my favourite outfits. The blouse is exquisite. It’s perfect from too to toe xxxz
Loving the mix of patterns and gorgeous boots! A fabulous look on you!
Ellibelle’s Corner
Oh my gosh I love this outfit!! So many ideas….
This is so you Catherine. Lots of colours and patterns. Quirky and modern. Love it.
Greetje
Some amazing pattern mixing there – and the boots, wowzers!
This outfit is so classic British. You look stunning. Such an outfit drew my attention to your blog. I just love that style.
I agree with Shelbee’s comment! I had to just stop scrolling and take in all of the details. This outfit is all kinds of fabulous. The color way couldn’t be more perfect for my preferred color palette, too. Best of luck with the interview.
Those trousers are fabulous, I feel I need a pair in my wardrobe, I love that they have the flare. I have some that are skinny legs and fancy something different. Thanks for sharing and hosting. Jacqui
Catherine, this may very well be my favorite outfit ever on you or any other woman in the world! Seriously! I am in a complete swoon over every detail as well as the whole outfit. The pattern mix is on point, those boots are beyond fabulous, the coat, the gloves, the cuff buttons. I am dying! Love, love, love! Wishing you much luck with your interview! If I was the interviewer and you walked in wearing that outfit, I think I would be compelled to just hand you whatever job it is because you are screaming fabulous on every level!
Shelbee
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Oh wow Shelbee my lovely – thank you!!!!!! What a fabulous first comment/bunch of compliments…!
Sorry, I confused you about the London thing – when I said a job I meant a job working for a brand, it’s another photo shoot for JD Williams. Though they want to do it on the streets on location in Notting Hill, I think I’m going to be freezing!!!!