I’m a sucker for buying coats in the sales; even though I have lots already, I just can’t resist a bargain. I wear my long camel coat so much that I wondered if I could justify buying this brown one as it’s quite similar. But of course I caved and bought it (browsing Brand Alley is far too tempting!).
This classic tobacco brown shade will work well with lots of different colours, including neutral hues as well as rich jewel tones. It would also look very chic with a black roll neck sweater and trousers, but I wanted to add some colour. It’s very rare that I dress head-to-toe in neutrals. By teaming the coat with tan trousers and a brown hat it allows the colour accents and gold jewellery to stand out. I’d completely forgotten I had this hat – it was hidden under a stack of other hats in the wardrobe! It was a nice surprise to find it again!
I often wear these trousers with a navy roll neck sweater, but I wanted a change so chose this dark green jumper instead. I bought it from Laura Ashley a couple of years ago. The last time I wore it on the blog was also with brown…in February. I guess I’m a creature of habit! Maybe I should try some fresh colour combinations. I do like how the warm browns with dark green and aubergine keep the colour palette muted without looking dull. It also helped that the sun was shining which brought out the gold jewellery and hardware on my bag.
Wearing trainers for work is now a regular thing for me, but that doesn’t mean my footwear has to be boring! Featuring check print, faux fur and crystal embellishment, these trainers are fun and quirky. They were also a pre-Christmas sale bargain. They pinch a little on my bunions but I’m hoping they will stretch over time. It’s a shame my trousers partially cover them…those faux fur strips are so strokeable! Now I’m thinking I could wear them with dark green tights and a skirt to really show them off!
SHOP THE LOOK
Oasis coat (similar) | Asos trousers (old, similar) | River Island trainers (similar) | Laura Ashley jumper (old) | Jennifer Hamley Model KT bag | Asos hat (old, similar) | F&F earrings (similar)
Last week’s favourites were…
Darlene of Aquamarina Style, Elsie of Polished Whimsy and Rama of Chez Rama!
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OMG I love those shoes! They are so much fun and would definitely brighten up a dark day! I too am a sucker for buying too many coats, but when they are on sale…what can you do!
Hope your week is good so far! Thank you for the link-up!
I love this whole thing Emma-Such a classic look until your feet and they rock! As far as trainers, I’m getting lazy in my old age-I’ve converted to slip-ons.
Pretty coat and I like it with that green sweater.
Those tennis shoes are so much fun! I love all the embellishment and the bright colors! They look great with camel and brown colors!
Hi Emma , I love the pine green color with the brown, what a beautiful combination on you with your coloring and hair ! I love the addition of the purple bag too in the mix, rich colors! No wonder you bought that coat, it is so pretty on you! I have more coats than I need too, here in the South! Those sneakers are so cool and fun! Love the color, the fur and the plaid detail.
jess xx
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Those sneakers are unbelievable! What a treasure! And you styled them so perfectly with those fabulous trousers!
Just love these brown tones on you!
Carrie
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I’ve also been on a sneaker kick (pun intended) lately! They’re just so darn comfy! Love your new coat, too!
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You look so lovely! I love this coat and the color is so fabulous!
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Lovely outfit, Emma! Love those trainers! XXX
Emma,
Ooh, I love the way you’ve mixed the neutrals and the jewel tones. It makes such a rich combination! Your sneakers are very cute!
Happy Tuesday,
xx Darlene
Great outfit, what a super coat and those shoes – Ohhh lovely. Jacqui Mummabstylish
Those trainers are SO MUCH FUN!!! LOVE them, Emma!
Suzy xx
Fellow coat hoarder here haha! Fall/winter colors are just so delightful on you! Love this whole outfit!
Lizzie
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Such a great color combination, Emma! And those sneakers are so much fun!
Shelbee
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loving your coat! great outfit!
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loveing all the brown tones
I love this casual chic look. The way you mixed the tans with a bit of color is perfect.
Xx, Nailil
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