After a hectic Hogmanay celebration, I'm feeling recovered enough to write the first post of 2018.
Happy New Year to you all!
Apologies if you were looking for the #fakeituntilyoumakeit link up on Sunday but I was in full-on party mode and all blogging business was firmly on hold.
I hope you had as much fun on the 31st as I did.
Hogmanay is a BIG celebration in Scotland and it sets you up for the year ahead!
Today I'm still feeling a little delicate so I'm cosying up in a vintage coat.
A vintage piece like this one can do all of the work for you.
Instantly transforming an outfit from forgettable to fabulous with next to no effort!
This coat is so comfortable to wear and it slipped easily over my pink bobble jumper and navy velvet trousers.
The 3/4 sleeve allows a glimpse of what's underneath.
My new sock boots were the perfect partners for this look.
They are so feminine and slender.
Perfect for my slim legs, but great for any shape as they stretch to fit.
After I added my blue cashmere wrap, things were getting a bit too blue so a pop of pink seemed the obvious thing to add to this look!
COAT: 1950's Vintage
VELVET TROUSERS: Boden (old)
SOCK BOOTS: Zara... down to £15.99... {Curses! I paid full price for them. I wish I hadn't looked now 😜}
JUMPER: Lindex
LEATHER BAG: Charity shop find.
CASHMERE WRAP: c/o Italy in Cashmere
I was so pleased to be asked to join the ageless style ladies by the lovely Cathy from Cathy V Style.
Please check out their vintage looks too!
(Links below)
Cathy ~ Cathy V Style blog, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter
Daenel ~ Living outside the stacks blog, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter
Debbie ~ Fashion Fairy Dust bloglovin, blog, Instagram, Pinterest, facebook, twitter
Jennie ~ A Pocketful of Polka Dots blog, Instagram, facebook, twitter, bloglovin
Jodie ~ Jodie's Touch of Style blog, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, bloglovin, twitter
Kellyann ~ This Blonde's Shopping Bag blog, Instagram, bloglovin, twitter Lisa ~ Classic Style by Lisa blog, Facebook, Instagram
Paula ~ Dimples on my What blog, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, twitter Shelly ~ The Queen in Between blog, Instagram, bloglovin, Pinterest, Facebook
Samantha, this outfit is brilliant once again! I love the way you pair vibrant colors together so effortlessly for a bright, happy, and very stylish ensemble! These boots are absolutely amazing. And that coat! There are no words to describe how incredible it is! What a fun way to start the New Year! Wishing you many blessings in 2018!
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Awww... thank you so much Shelbee!
DeleteYou're too kind.
May 2018 bring you great things.
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Thanks for joining my #SpreadTheKindness Link Up!
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Love this look!!
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Thank you Jaymie! XX
DeleteWow, that DOES look like a party! We kept it lowkey with the pups and watched the ball drop on Tv. Made a special dinner and drinks. LOVE the coat on you Sam! I have a vintage swing coat i love, and all of this color is needed for Jan dreary days! Happy New year!
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Hahahah.... that is a stock photo Jess, my party was much louder and messier!! :OP.
DeleteI could see you in this coat.
It would be amazing with your hair.
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It's funny how we concentrated on coats for our retro looks too, Samantha!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you could join us, and your coat will be perfect for years to come!!
Happy 2018
XOXO
Jodie
www.jtouchofstyle.com
Well it's definitely coat weather Jodie!! :oP
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Samantha this coat is DIVINE... what a find!! I absolutely adore the shape of 1950s coats, I love how you piled on the blue and then went with pink as well. Gorgeous as always.
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It's my mother in laws Catherine.
DeleteShe is terribly ill with late stage dementia and it feels good to wear her beloved coat... this was part of her going away outfit.
I always wonder how it must have fitted on her 4 foot 9 inch, size 6 frame!! :O)
It puzzles me.
Thank you so much for your kind words.
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Thank you so much for joining us a co-host Samantha! That coat is simply beautiful...the color, the shape, and the addition of the pink is absolute perfection.
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Thank you so much Debbie!
DeleteThis coat doesn't seem to have aged a day since 1958!!
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You look gorgeous in blue and I do agree that the pops of pink add another layer of interest in the outfit. Congratulations on this co-hosting gig and I hope that you have a wonderful week ahead.
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Thank you so much Rena!
DeletePink is a great colour with blue... I love the combination.
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Samantha, thank you so much for being our co-host this month! I've loved your blog since the first tine I laid eyes on it. Your colorful combinations and vintage pieces always make me smile. And you have the best shoe collection in the world! I just love your blue boots! Happy happy new year!!
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www.cathyvstyle.com
You are very kind Cathy... thank you SO much.
DeleteI am honoured to be included in your group this month.
It was so much fun!! :o)
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I love the way you remind us that color works! Also, that color combinations should be explored and embraced. I love everything about this outfit Samantha! Do you feel extra passionate about this cobalt blue color?? It truly seems like a signature color for you! You are just lovely my friend!!
ReplyDeleteHahaha... I didn't think so Judy but now that you mention it!!
DeleteBlue is such a beautiful colour and goes with almost everything.
I hope to be bolder and more adventurous with colour this year.
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I absolutely love this outfit on you Samantha! Such beautiful colours – I've always been a fan of blue and pink together and the brightness of these colours are beautiful! You look stunning.
ReplyDeleteHAPPY NEW YEAR. Here's to a fabulous 2018 :D
Suzy xxx
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Thank you so much Suzy!!
DeleteIt's a great combination, isn't it?
Here's to more blogging adventures for us both this year. XXX
Happy New Year. Great colors and the booties! Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style.
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DeleteHappy New Year to you!!
Found your post on Jodie's linkup and had to come over and tell you how much I am lusting after that coat! Oh my, it is a beauty. I love vintage coats and don't get to wear them nearly enough being from Florida. And those velvet pants, I think I need a pair. Hope Boden has more available!
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Theresa
Thank you so much Theresa... and welcome!!
DeleteI'm so glad you popped over to say hello.
This coat is one of my favourites as it holds such sentimental value as well as being a fabulous vintage piece.
I'm happy you like it too.
Hopefully I will see you again!!
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I liked the style. The color combination is quite perfect. I have never thought that these color could make a great combination.
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Thank you Sloane. XXX
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