What a week it’s been! Just as I was getting over Covid I started feeling ill again and it all went downhill from there. I’ve spent most of the last week either in bed or on the sofa, so I’m elated to be up and dressed in my favourite Hippie Shake three piece suit. I didn’t feel quite right when I shot last week’s photos, but by bedtime I had a terrible fever. On top of that, I had an awful headache and no energy. I’m not sure if I caught flu or if it was the UTI coming back. The doctor prescribed me a second course of antibiotics and they seem to be working, so fingers crossed it stays that way! I just need to recover my energy levels now.
Anyway, I’m ready to put all that behind me and get back to finding joy in dressing up! This Hippie Shake suit never fails to make me feel good. Aside from the fabulous print, the fit and quality are amazing. Remarkably, I’ve only featured it once before on the blog, and that was before I bought the waistcoat. I have another trousers and waistcoat set from The Hippie Shake which I’ve worn twice here, so I was surprised looking back at the archives to discover this suit has only appeared once before. That’s not at all representative of how frequently I wear it because I must have worn it to work half a dozen times at least. It was definitely long overdue another appearance!
I usually wear this suit and my other one with a thin brown roll neck top. However, this orange frill shirt (also from The Hippie Shake) had been on my wish list for ages. When it was discounted for Black Friday I decided to treat myself. It’s made from a sheer fabric but the front has a double layer. Even so, I would still probably wear a thin vest underneath it to avoid showing my bra at the back (although keeping the waistcoat on does solve that problem).
This suit is my favourite outfit…ever. That’s quite an achievement given how many clothes I own! I always feel confident in it, but very comfortable at the same time. The 70s retro print evokes a kind of nostalgia from my childhood when this kind of pattern was so popular. It was a bit of an investment to buy the whole shebang, but it was money spent wisely. Even though I’ve only ever worn the complete suit, I’ve been thinking of all the different ways to wear the individual pieces.
I’m planning to try some of these ideas – I will. of course, show you the results!
Suit, shirt and bag all from The Hippie Shake | Zara fedora (old) | SkinnyDip London sunglasses | Marks & Spencer boots
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Sorry to hear you were not well, Emma. Hope it will pass soon. Love your gorgeous outfit Emma, the colours and the print are amazing, they make me smile. Anna
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Thanks Anna, I’m feeling much better now xxx
This suit is fabulous! I adore the matching bag. Love all the looks you can create with these pieces. Feel better soon!
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Thanks very much Kathrine!
This suit is amazing!
I hope you are having a great week so far!
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Thank you Amber! Hope you’re having a great week too!
What a print! So beautiful and attractive! I wonder if you could style it with green too? I’m glad you feel better. My lungdoctor told me that there will be so many people sick this winter, as we are not used to being around many people in the winter and not be as hygienic as the last winters.
Thanks Nancy! Green is a great idea! There’s so much sickness around and I haven’t had a Covid booster or flu jab so it’s not surprising I got sick really. I hope you’re staying safe xx
I’m not surprised this is your favourite outfit, Emma! It’s absolutely, freaking FABULOUS! You look amazing in it, and I would totally wear it every way you suggested. I love the idea of the trousers with a chunky jumper though.
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Suzy xx
Thanks so much Suzy! I love The Hippie Shake, they make the most amazing retro pieces!
Your suit is amazing! Love the colors and retro print! Such a fun look! I hope you are feeling better soon!
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Thank you Jill, I’m feeling much better now xxx
Emma, I absolutely adore this suit on you! I can understand why it is your favorite ever. And I love all of the styling ideas you shared. What about the waistcoat over a long sleeved dress, too? You can even put the blazer on top!
Shelbee
Thanks Shelbee! That’s a great idea – I can imagine it over a long orange dress and brown boots!
That outfit is beyond fabulous! And so many opportunities to mix and match. I love retro. Like you, that was what was in when I was child. I’m sorry you’ve been under the weather. I hope you’ve got it conquered.
Michelle
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Thanks very much Michelle. I’m definitely on the mend now 🙂
Emma, this outfit is a real head turner-I love the 70’s retro graphic print! You wear it so well, and the colors are great on you. I can easily see why it is your favorite, and you wear it on days when you could use a lift! Hope you are on the mend-I have not had Covid, but have had the flu for 2 weeks, really knocked me out! Have a better week, and thanks for sharing!
Thanks very much Di. I hope you’re feeling better now xxx
I hope you’re feeling better soon. I love that pattern it has a cool 70s vibe and I love the accessories as well. I hope you’re getting to enjoy the festive season despite being under the weather.
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Thank you Heather. I do feel much better now xxx
So creative Emma, you wear it well. The colours are fab too, thanks for sharing and hosting the linkup. Jacqui x
Thanks very much Jacqui xxx
A print this fun is bound to make you feel good! It looks fabulous on you!
Thanks Laura!
Hope you are on the mend Emma. It’s awful when not feeling 100%. I love your suit and the retro print, you wear it so well, it’s from my favourite era of clothing so, so fabulous on you!
Alison
Thanks so much Alison. I’m feeling much better now xxx
These colors are just STUNNING! I love this cute suit!
Shauna
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Thanks so much Shauna!
Obsessed with your suit..so lovin the 70’s vibe, reminds me of my clothes in my childhood /teens..my favorite decade, wish I could bring those days back!
Valerie
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Some really inspiring florals in this outfit. This post makes us miss summer.
Thank you! I can’t wait for warmer weather!