Casual baroque and denim on Friday

I bought this top with a baroque type design on it at Ackermans some time back and the quality is really super and this material is comfy and soft.  

Baroque printed top with skinny jeans

Skinny jeans a grey wedge boots

Grey wedge heel boots

My boots I picked up last weekend from the Chinese store on sale.   I have been looking for a pair of grey boots since last winter and the price of these were great.   The wedge is super comfy and although I upsized a shoe size and they are a little loose on my feet but not to the point of flopping about. 

The skinny jeans from Woolworths and bracelets are old friends. I have gained a little weight around my middle so the jeans are a wee bit tight and you can guess how badly I want to get out of them ;-).

Well friends ... it's almost weekend for me ... what are your plans?   My troupe are all writing exams so we won't be galavanting much which may mean I can get some fun time with my camera.

Happy Friday.

No excuses?

Being very close to fifty I have, much to my surprise, found my body changing quicker than I could ever have imagined leaving me feeling like a race house stuck in the starting stall unable to catch up with the changes.

I got home yesterday and commented to Courteney that I felt awfully chubby and that the skirt I  was wearing used to hang loosely on my hips, but now is fitted in my waist.   She kindly said I should try getting to gym and hit the treadmill even if only once a month ... right there and then I told her I was going to gym and she chose to come with.

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I did a session on the treadmill,  followed by leg, stomach and an arm workout.   I felt better about me but I know it is going to take a lot more to get into the shape I dream of.

If I don't do the work, I'm not going to get any results and I'm a little tired of making excuses to myself.

Sadly, yesterday I was given 30 days notice at work.  With the economy in the state it is and the mining sector particular strain, contractors are being let go in order for permanent staff to keep their positions.  This is going to be a big challenge for me and I'll need to keep H.A.L.T. in mind. 

Hope your weekend is fabulous.

My 'star sign' is Leo - what is yours?

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Do you believe in star signs?  Do you read your horoscope?
I'm curious ... please share with me.

Grey on grey Pinterest inspired

This outfit was inspired ...

by this look as posted a few days ago worn by Laura.

 

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Details : Knit : Pick 'n Pay | Pants : Truworths | Shoes : Rage | Scarf : Not too sure

Today I spent the majority of the day typing minutes and I had the hardest time not dozing off.  Although the subject matter was interesting I just had battled to stay awake ... I told my boss that should he hear a loud thud, I'd appreciate him tossing my jacket over me and allowing me to keep sleeping. 

I am quite amazed that tomorrow is already hump day - how did the last two days pass so quickly? 

Hope your first two days of the week have been awesome so far.

Stay stylish!

Black, white and a fuschia blazer

Pearl bracelets

My new pearl necklace made its second debut today.  It looked gorgeous with this shirt and possibly because it was against my skin, it was more noticeable than when I wore it around the collar of my shirt.

Pearl necklace

The accessories

Monday morning and I broke my 'no black on a Monday' rule but I think the fuschia blazer made up for it.  All in all a happy outfit.

Fuschia Blazer

I was initially going to wear black shoes, but decided to add some sass by wearing my leopard print kitten heels.

 

We're still having such great weather and the evenings are even unusually warm.  It makes me a little nervous that we are going to hit by some really really cold weather.   

The reason I took photos inside - the wind was blowing me away

Navy and white or should it be white and navy

I was attempting to get Tequila to sit and behave for the photo - it wasn't successful but Schatz got a fairly good picture of my arm candy.

I can't remember if I've ever photographer this cardigan for the blog.  I bought it at the end of the last winter season sales.  I have considered removing the bow and making it into a pin instead but have not gotten around to it.

The vest was given to me by Mom for my birthday at least two years ago.  I love the little frills sewn down the front.  My skirt I've worn multiple times through all seasons, so it's an old friend.

La Deets : Skirt and Cardigan : Truworths | Vest : Pick 'n Pay | Bracelets : Miladys | Necklace : Legit | Shoes : La Diva

Today was an odd day with an underlying feeling of stress in the office.  It exhausted me.  After taking these pics I cuddled up on the couch and had a snooze.  When I woke up I headed to shower, ate dinner and have been vegging watching some tv and editing these photos - I think heading up to my bed right about now is the best idea I've had all day :-).

Hey hey ... here comes the weekend.  Have a fab Friday.

Pinterest inspired

Did you read my previous post?  You did!  Kewl, then you may remember the three looks that have inspired me and one inspired todays outfit.    I love Pinterest for inspiration in EVERYTHING and am thrilled that most of my favourite bloggers post their outfits on Pinterest which makes keeping track of them so much easier.  Most days I spend a few minutes early in the morning checking out Pinterest to inspire my day - some inspirational quotes and some style inspiration.  I even have a 'secret board' where I post outfits that inspire me and that I have similar items in my closet to recreate.

This outfit has been inspired by ...

this outfit.  I swopped it around a little though.

 

I picked up this skirt at Jet on Saturday for a whopping R90.00 :-).  I bumped into my sister at The Glen and we went into Jet and I saw this skirt and another, however they did not have my size :-( in the other skirt.  I also got Lynn a lovely shirt that I'm looking forward to seeing on her.

 

 

 

Details : Skirt : Jet | Cami : Woolworths | Cardigan : Jet | Tights : Woolworths | Shoes, Necklace and bracelet : Edgars |

These knit skirts are so darn comfortable I may never buy another in any other fabric.  I think I could have gotten away without the belt, or maybe a thinner belt, or maybe I should have tucked the cardigan in and worn the belt over the waist area.   

That's all for now dear folks ... please leave me a comment and let me know you were here and so that I can return the visit.  Have a Happy Hump Day.

Pinterest inspiration

Some looks on Pinterest that are inspiring me today

 

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Waiting for the xray for the immigration visa

An hour long wait ... Then still need to have vaccinations done ... getting closer

Sideways and can't get it to straighten

 

Inspired Monday

Yesterday I was surfing style blogs instead of doing other things I should have been doing and found this blog and found myself crushing over Laura's style.  Refined, elegant and feminine.

This gorgeous look ...

 

... inspired this look.  

Preparation

I had originally thought of wearing my grey knit, which is identical, but then thought I'd go for the cream and keep the grey for another look of Laura's that inspired me.

When on earth is the posing every going to become natural?

 Our nights are getting longer.  It was decidedly chilly when we out to take these pictures at around 6pm and when we walked back inside both Schatz and I dashed off to put on another layer.

The accessories

The details : Knit : Pick 'n Pay | Trousers : Legit | Shoes : Madison | Necklace : ? | Bracelets : Contempo

Monday morning ... 05:45 inspiration

The choice is yours ... choose to have a fabulous week

Mom's boy

While surfing blogs this is who hangs out with me when he's in the mood

Life is like

Life is like a camera; 

just focus on what’s important, 

capture the good times,

 develop from the negatives and 

if things don’t turn out - 

just take another shot.

Pearls

This is a better view of the necklace I wore in my previous post .... I think I will wear this one often.

Details: Truworths

Pearls and polka dots

My sisters and me met for our Sistas dinner and celebrated Mothers Day since we are all mothers, at the Mugg and Bean.   The meal was great,  the service excellent and the company insane.

 

For work I wore my newish Mr. Price mens polka dot shirt.  I still need to alter it a little but will need to be inspired to do that.   I teamed or with my new pearl necklace,  basic black work trousers, red blazer and pearl bracelets.

 

 

The details : Pants : Truworths | Shirt : Mr. Price | Blazer : Edgars | Boots : The Jet | Necklace : Truworths | Bracelets : Contempo | Ring : Sterns | Belt : Mr. Price

On an interesting Tuesday I wore ... Black and Cream

Beautiful Bobbi

This lovely new skirt comes thanks to my Schatz.  It has a tweed print on the front which is what caught my eye.  Although the cold weather has not 'set in' I decided to wear black tights with the outfit as my bare legs didn't look right.  The top is my black sleevless peplum with a black long sleeved top underneath.

Black and cream with crochet and tweed look

La Deets : Skirt : Edgars | Peplum : Truworths | Shoes : Foschini | Earrings : Truworths | Bracelets : Contempo

Today I received the Visa interview date information for Courteneys' application.  Next week she goes for her medical and on 11 June is the day.  Before we know it, she'll be heading State side - providing she stops fighting with us about it.  Its a choice she made some time back and was adamant about and now is hesitant, which is understandable, however I think its the best thing.  

Bobbi being curious

Our cute little Bobbi girl was curious and when I rubbed my fingers together she jumped up to see if I had anything.   I love when she jumps up and grabs me with her paws as she does it so gently ... she's a really sweet little animal.   With the evenings being cooler, she's spending most evenings snuggled between Schatz and I.

You may notice my hair is a lot darker ... Courteney and I coloured my hair and despite our best effort not to, we managed to colour my highlights but I'm sure they'll show up a little more with each hair wash.  Under the light you can see them, just not as clearly as they were.  If they don't show up quickly though, I will probably have a few foils done .. and on that thought, I'm on my way again ... hope your Tuesday was fabulous ... 

A little lace in Fridays OOTD

Friday dawned and I decided to mix two shades of pink ... The lace top is so soft and feminine and the pearl beads keep with the softness along with my beautiful pendant, then the cut of this blazer and boots speak of being strong ... Just how I like my outfits to be.

Details:  Top : Edgars | Jeans : Woolworths | Blazer : Truworths | Ring : Sterns

It's Monday ...

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Another week and here we go ... on my schedule:

Print photos for the photo frames in the lounge (its been months now and I need to get this done)
Sistas dinner on Wednesday.  Wish my nephew Happy Birthday.  
Wednesday - check that the 'talk' on Saturday is going ahead.  Edit, edit, edit.
Thursday - edit edit edit.
Look for 'how to' of the clocks I want to make.
Friday - personal laundry (yes, I wash my work clothing separate to my families).
Saturday - Attend talk by Robert Miller at Bright Water Commons.

So how does your week look?  Hope you have something awesome planned.

Happy Monday to you and to you and especially to you.

Happy Mothers Day

Mothers are the place that we call home.
On them we rest our heads and close our eyes.
There's no one else who grants the same soft peace,
Happiness, contentment, sweet release,
Erasing nighttime tears with lullabies,
Restoring the bright sun that makes us bloom.

May your Mother's Day have been filled with love and laughter.

Grey and mint for Thursday

 

After purchasing this skirt to wear to a wedding, I was looking forward to wearing it again as its so comfortable and I do so love mint.  I have a number of inspiration pictures saved featuring mint coloured skirts and pants.  I originally intended wearing it with a navy and white cardigan, but my grey floral shirt caught my eye.  I slipped on my favourite grey ombre heels and a cream belt.

 

I wore my new Trench coat that Schatzie bought me a month back as it was just cool enough this morning and used my grey handbag given to me as a birthday gift by my sister Norma last year.

 

Jewellery features the pearl and gold bracelet from Contempo and the necklace is from Miladys.

 

Two hectic days at work this week had me wanting to wear work wear that was comfortable and this skirt fits the bill perfectly.

 

Thank goodness tomorrows Friday - I'm really looking forward to this weekend and just relaxing.

 

Hope your week has been wonderful so far.

Jewel tones

As we are heading into winter in the southern hemisphere, I'm loving the colours and prints.   Browsing the web I've found these gorgeous items and just look at the rich colours ... despite black and white being such a big trend right now, I'm loving these rich hues. 

Foschini

Waffle knit snood - Foschini

Foschini - Victorian loafer court

 

Belted melton jacket - Fashion Express

 

I'll be embracing both the black and white trend as well as the rich colour tones.

 

Hope your Hump day has been grand.

 

 

Its Monday ... I wore grey and mint and a whole lot of sparkle

Guess what ... I still haven't seen my hairstylist ... her gran was ill and she couldn't do my hair on Tuesday and I've not rescheduled as yet.

 I am rather impressed by how good my hair is looking except for the colour. 

 

Grey on grey with a dash of mint and for good measure, some sparkles

 The deets : Pants : Truworths | Tank, Jacket & Bracelets : Mr. Price | Shoes : Rage

Fresh water pearls : Natal Wholesale Jewellers

Can anyone explain why these trousers 'bunch' on the thighs?  They have stretch and are not at all tight, although they are fitted, but there are always the two 'lines' across the thigh.

Since I'm full of sparkle, I think its impossible to be invisible ... so I'm joining up with Patti at Not Dead Yet Style for Visible Monday