Life has certainly been busy since we got back from holiday last week. I was barely in the house twelve hours before getting up at the crack of dawn to go to work the next day. The day after I took Isobel to the wildlife hospital with me (keeping kids occupied during the Summer holidays is a full time job in itself!). Then yesterday I had a long and tedious journey across country to visit my mum. It’s days like those I really wish I had air con in the car! That was after a dash round to my elderly next door neighbour who was feeling poorly. All in all it’s been a little hectic!
With all of that it seems hard to believe that this time last week I was on the beach in France! When I go to visit my Dad I like to take outfit photos in the ruins of the chapel on the other side of his field. It’s lovely to sit in the dappled shade there and wonder what it used to look like many years ago.
I bought this Scotch and Soda two piece with some birthday money from family, taking advantage of the half price sale (which is still on). One lesson I learned from my last purchase (when I bought the snow leopard suit) is that Scotch and Soda trousers run big so I ordered a small. They are a little snug on the crotch area but I think a medium would have been too loose on the waist. There’s no stretch in the fabric, which would have been a bonus.
The top is a medium and fits perfectly. It’s a relaxed fit so I knotted it at the waist for definition. I love the contrasting print on the sleeves and neck – it will pair well with mustard or burgundy trousers too. Two pieces or co-ords give you lots of styling options.
I’ve kept my accessories fairly simple with a pair of chandelier earrings and a bracelet my Dad bought for me in Madeira. We’ve just booked to go at the end of October so I’m really looking forward to that!
SHOP THE LOOK
Scothch and Soda trousers and top | Clarks wedge espadrilles (old) | Emilio Pucci sunglasses | Asos earrings (old)
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Last week’s favourites were…
Johanna Grange, Yvonne of Funky Forty and Nancy of Jodie’s Touch of Style!
Wow, such a neat print! I love the colors on you and how you added gold espadrilles to the look. Your earrings look fab too. I haven’t tried too many co ordinates but I see the appeal 🙂
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
I’ve not heard of this brand before Emma. Love the contasting materials, it’s really unusual. Gorge photos too. I hope you get some time out soon! xx
Thanks Laurie xxx
I love this outfit. It’s so creative and chic and the backdrop is so gorgeous
http://www.bauchlefashion.com/2019/08/transitioning-from-summer-to-fall-with.html?m=1
Thank you Heather!
I absolutely love the contrasting print on the sleeves. Such a great outfit as always!
Thanks so much Grace!
I love mixing print. you look stunning
Iris
http://www.lamoumous.com
Thank you Iris!
So in love with this matching set! You rock this look. Thanks so much for the link up!
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Thank you Kathrine 🙂
I love the print!
Jennifer
Effortlessly Sophisticated
Thanks Jennifer!
Emma, your co-ords outfit is SOO cute! And the backdrop in France makes for amazing photos! I, too, returned just last week from our cruise to the British Isles and am playing catch-up. It does seem unbelievable to think we were so far away such a short time ago!
xx Darlene
Thanks Darlene! I hope you had a wonderful trip – I look forward to reading all about it!
These photos turned out so well! I won’t lie, I’m jealous you get to take photos in ruins sometimes! That is amazing! Love your fabulous outfit too!
Thanks Laura! I don’t often get the chance to take photos in places like this so I make the most of it – it certainly beats my back garden!
You have a knack for finding the most unique prints! There’s a Scotch and Soda in my neighborhood that I always forget about—you’ve inspired me to pop in this weekend!
Cheryl Shops | http://www.cherylshops.net
Thanks so much Cheryl! It’s definitely worth checking Scotch and Soda out, the prints are amazing!
Love your taste for Scotch & Soda! It s a very original brand! And you wear it with verve!
Thanks Nancy! It’s one of my favourite brands now!
This such an elegant look. I really like the contrasting sleeve too.
Thanks Julie!
What a beautiful piece! I’m in awe at your pictures, the colors are stunning 🙂
Lindifique
Thanks so much Natalia!
I don’t know this brand, but I love this two-piece look. Great print, lovely colors. Have a great weekend, Emma.
Anna
http://www.glamadventure.com
Thanks Anna!
This is such a unique piece! I love the colors and patterns in it.
http://www.ruthyannie.com
Thanks Ruth!
This is such a cool print! I love it!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
I love this fun print!
The photos you took at the ruins of the castle are gorgeous. What a great spot!
Suzanne
http://www.suzannecarillo.com
Thanks so much Suzanne!
What a wonderful print and it looks like you got exactly the right size because it looks perfect on you. I love those earrings and the ruins where you took your photos! It wore me out just reading about your week. I generally try to take the day off after returning from vacation because I just don’t want to dive back into the routine so fast!
Ruth
http://www.VogueFauxReal.com