Happy Tuesday everyone! It’s the last day of February so Spring really is upon us now, which means (hopefully) lots more sunshine. To welcome the new season I’m running a fabulous giveaway for a pair of Winkwood sunglasses.
Winkwood is a Melbourne brand that designs beautiful and unusual shades. The sunglasses are made using a number of different materials that are resistant to standard wear and tear, maintain colours for longer, and they float in water. They are very light and so comfortable to wear. All of the lenses are tested to reflect or filter out 99% of UVA and UVB light. They also come in a beautiful wooden case. It was so difficult to choose a design to review because they are all so striking, but eventually I opted for Autumn Tale.
I’m rarely without a pair of sunglasses because my eyes are very sensitive to bright light, and over the years I’ve built up a nice little collection. As well as the classic styles I also love unusual eyewear, but often that means compromising on comfort. Not so with these Winkwood shades; they are the most comfortable pair I own. I took them on holiday to the UAE last week and I almost forgot I was wearing them they are so light! Dubai looked even more splendid viewed through these mirrored lenses. In a sea of big designer name sunglasses it’s both refreshing and gratifying to wear something no-one else is.
We took these photos before I went on holiday and it was very cold…you can probably tell from the goose bumps on my arms! Even though it wasn’t really the weather for short sleeves I wanted to wear this dress because it goes so well with the sunglasses. I’ve had it years but have only worn it once. I don’t usually wear above the knee skirts or dresses without tights so it probably wasn’t the most sensible purchase but the print hooked me. Finally, I got around to buying tights in colours other than black and brown (why did it it take me so long?) so I can finally get some wear out it.
I chose a pair of navy ankle boots for a leg-lengthening effect and an orange bag to pick up on the orange in the dress. A pink bag would work equally well…maybe I’ll try that next time!
Dress: Bolongaro Trevor (old – this one is a similar style and this silk dress is a more muted option) | bag: old (similar) | boots: M&S | sunglasses: c/o Winkwood
Oh those sunglasses are SO lovely! I’m sunglasses mad; I must have about 40 pairs! The more unusual, the better… I love those with the dress. Off to enter… xx
You have some fabulous sunglasses Lisa…maybe that could be a subject for a post? 40 pairs is quite a collection!
Great dress and it goes so well with the sunglasses and your colouring. You’re very brave to attempt photos outside with short sleeves! Respect.
Gail
http://www.isthismutton.com
Thanks Gail! My husband kept telling me not to look so cold, but you can’t make goose bumps disappear at will!
Such fun sunglasses!!! Loving your dress, very Spring!
Jaymie
Thank you Jaymie!
Love the glasses. And they go perfectly with that dress! I’m sure they will go with a lot in your wardrobe. I have clicked to enter on a few! I don’t think there’s many channels that I don’t already follow you though! xx
Have a great week
http://www.vanityandmestyle.com
Thanks Laurie! Good luck 🙂
Emma, I love the colors of your dress and the cut is so cool ! Love the design , what great colors on you and love with those navy booties. I would love to enter, but I have prescription sunglasses. Love the style on you!
have a great week!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Thank you Jess!
You were so right about the shades and the dress! Beautiful colours, but I think above the knee length looks just good on you!
Thank you Nancy! My legs are not quite “Summer ready” yet (in other words pasty and needing a wax!) so they’ll have to stay hidden under tights for a while longer 😉
You look lovely and those sunglasses are sensational. I’m also almost always with a pair of sunglasses and have my own little collection of them. I like the unique style of yours and I will definitely take a look at this brand.
Rena
http://www.finewhateverblog.com
Thanks Rena! I really love these sunglasses, they are so comfortable. I’d been wanting some mirrored sunnies for ages and these are perfect!
Such a great dress. I love this print!
Thanks Laura!
Such a fun and funky dress! I love the colors. Those sunnies are quite stylish and cute.
Thank you Jennie 🙂
Such a lovely frock!!
Thanks Sheela!
Love the pretty colors in your dress!!! Those sunglasses are so cute 🙂 Thanks for sharing with us at On Mondays We Link-Up 🙂
Sarah
Trendy & Tidy
Thank you Sarah!
Loving the sunglasses!
Caitlin, Beauty & Colour
Thanks Caitlin!
Will choose the strawberry cream sunglasses. Great style love it. Really gorgeous dress.
Thank you Leila!
I’d pick the knee length dress
Loving the colours
Thanks Margaret!
What a unique and gorgeous dress, Emma! And those sunglasses are super cute, too!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Thanks Shelbee!
I love that dress and the fabulous bright accessories which you paired it with. Your hair looks great too, Emma. =)
Thank you Ada 🙂
I love the White Russian glasses!
I agree Kaci, they are beautiful…I love all of the styles!
Cute sunnies!! You’re right, the dress is perfect for them!
Brooke
pumps and push-ups
Thanks Brooke 🙂
I love the flower rouge pattern. They are so feminine and eclectic looking.
Thank you Mahdi 🙂
What darling sunnies! You look fabulous in those colors, so FUN and so Spring!! Love it Emma!!
Thanks Andrea!
Love all the fun colors! Your dress is so pretty, and your sunnies are perfect!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
Thank you Elise xx
Love that dress! The colors are beautiful and fun!
http://www.mylittlenest.org
Thanks Ruth 🙂
Beautiful dress and the sunnies were the perfect addition…
Thank you Lorena!
I just love the splashes of color in this dress! So pretty! And the purple from the sunglasses goes perfectly with your dress!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Thank you Carrie!
I would pick out a smaller pair, I have so many large style sunnies!
I would choose these: https://www.winkwood.com/collections/womens/products/creamy-waffle
Love that dress, and it suits you very well.
I really love the flower rouge sunglasses.
Thank you Lisa 🙂
Concert jungle
I’m terrible at picking things but love the style sunnies you’re wearing! Since I’ve embraced my natural curl and grown out my bob, I’m experimenting with different shades.
I love their sunglasses my fav is the Flower Rouge
There all so awesome.. So hard to pick just one..