Some colour combinations just make me happy, and emerald green with lilac is one of them. You probably know by now that I’m a huge fan of Fabienne Chapot, and have several dresses (including the lobster print ruffle dress and peach print shirt dress) as well as this hat in both pink and blue. So when I saw it in green on sale for half price I added it to my basket immediately! I would have one in every single colour if I could!
While I was having a thing for emerald green, a fabulous organza bow blouse by Zara caught my eye on Instagram. However, a combination of dithering and a reluctance to feed the fast fashion machine meant it sold out before I realised I really wanted it. As luck would have it, I found an exact replica at AliExpress while I was looking for a pink maxi skirt for last month’s Style Not Age post. I must have been on a winning streak around that time because I bought this pine green trench coat on eBay for £6 including postage – it’s the perfect topper for the green organza bow blouse and lilac trousers.
It’s from the Papaya range at Matalan, but it’s really good quality for a budget label. I took a bit of a gamble buying it, but I’m so glad I did. It fits me perfectly and will be great for those cool early Autumn days.
I added some purple accents with my sunglasses and amethyst disc earrings. Although I have a lilac bag, I thought I needed to break up the colour blocking, so I chose this fun strawberry print bag. I bought it in the Skinny Dip sale (another one to add to my collection). I love quirky handbags – they make a great conversation starter! It has a beaded handle, which is a fun detail. Beaded bags have been a big trend this Summer, but this style probably has more longevity in terms of straddling the seasons. It has a shoulder strap so I can wear it a crossbody bag too.
The only shoes I can wear with these trousers are my high nude wedges. (I paired them together for the Style Not Age pastels theme in April). I’m about 5’8″ so not exactly short – why brands have to make trousers so long is a mystery! I need a good seamstress on speed dial. Or maybe I should just learn to use a sewing machine 😉
SHOP THE LOOK
Papaya trench coat (from eBay) | blouse from AliExpress | Mango trousers (old) | Skinny Dip bag | Fabienne Chapot hat (still on sale at £40) | Ted Baker sunglasses (old) | Ottoman Hands earrings | Kenneth Jay Lane ring (old)
Last week’s favourites were…
Carrie of Curly Crafty Mom, Shelbee of Shelbee on the Edge and Jess of Elegantly Dressed and Stylish!
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I adore this color on you! That trench was an amazing find and looks perfect with this blouse. Love your earrings too! Thanks for the link up.
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Thanks so much Kathrine!
I would never have thought of putting these colours together but they work really well. Love the handbag! xx
Thanks Laurie!
That’s a super jacket Emma, I’ve not been into Matalan for ages, will be checking them out very soon for sure. This is a great combo although I’ve tried green and lilac before, but it wasn’t nearly as bold as this one. Thanks for sharing and hosting Emma. Mummabstylish
Thanks Jacqui!
First I just finished a post for next week where I talk about that lilac and green look so good together. Second I used the shots quirky in that post. Third, learn me how to shop on eBay! I love the trenchcoat!
Thanks Nancy! I love finding bargains on eBay – I’m sure I spend far too long searching for clothes on it!
Oh my, these shades of green have me in color heaven! I love the blouse and the jacket and the cute handbag. I never would have thought to pair lilac with green but it is simply brilliant! Thank you so very much for the feature! What a lovely surprise! I am honored.
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Thanks so much Shelbee! And you’re very welcome 🙂
Thank you Emma for the feature, I love the mustard color!
I need to check out Ebay more, what a beautiful score! I love green on you and the color palette is unqiue and so pretty togehter.You do find the fun bags!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylsh.com
You’re very welcome Jess! I love Skinny Dip for fun and quirky bags 🙂
This color combo is so pretty! I just love that little bag too!
Lizzie
http://www.lizzieinlace.com
Thanks Lizzie!
Thank you so much for the feature! I just love green on you, so refreshing and fun… and, that strawberry bag is just the cutest with the clear beaded handle!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Thanks so much Carrie! You’re very welcome 🙂
Wow, what a find is that trench coat! I love your mix of green and lilac–you have an amazing sense of color, Emma!
xx Darlene
Thanks so much Darlene 🙂
Such a gorgeous look. I absolutely love the green 🙂
http://www.bauchlefashion.com/2019/08/transitioning-from-summer-to-fall-with.html?m=1
Thank you Heather!
That green blouse is stunning! I love the see through sleeves!
http://www.ruthyannie.com
Thank you Ruth!
I think it’s a gorgeous color pairing. I have a challenging time finding purples that suit me… I’m *loving* your hat! I purchased a brown one last season and now that I see yours, am looking forward to getting it out again.
Thanks so much Kimberly!
That jacket was an amazing deal and find! It is beautiful with lavender!
Thanks Laura!
You always put colors together in such a unique way, and that emerald green looks fantastic with your red hair!
Cheryl Shops | http://www.cherylshops.net
Thanks so much Cheryl!
I love how you put this together!!
Joi | http://www.inmyjoi.blogspot.com
Thanks Joi!
Gorgeous look Hun, I love how you’ve put it all together! Have a lovely week 🙂
Grace Louise || http://www.gracelouiseofficial.blogspot.co.uk/
Thanks so much Grace! You too!
Such a fab and elegant combo you have here dear. Love the bo blouse.
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Thank you Jessica 🙂
You know how to work with colors, Emma. I admire that. I’m black and white girl. I love this combo.Have a nice day.
Anna
http://www.glamadventure.com
Thank you so much Anna! You too 🙂
Such an unexpected pairing but it really works! you look great in green! 🙂
Hope that you are having a lovely weekend 🙂
Thank you Mica!
I love this green blouse! Such a sophisticated look and so pretty on you
Oh my!! These are my colours too!! That hat, blouse and topper are all sensational – and it sounds like they weren’t too damaging on the budget either!! I hear you on the fast fashion thing and I love this colour pairing. The addition of the little bag is just perfect with its addition of red … have a wonderful week!
Donna ♀️❤️
https://donnadoesdresses.com
That jacket is such a gorgeous color! I love it.
Hi Emma, I love your colour pairing! I don’t have a lot of green in my closet. Every now and then, I purposefully pick the green color of a top or dress but MOST of the time, I am a pink/white/black/red girl.
Those high nude wedges look like Christian Louboutin wedges!
You look fabulous in this color!