If you're lucky, you might have a friend (or even two) that really knows who you are and what you love.
Someone that just 'gets you'.
These fantastic friends are the ones you look forward to seeing.
The ones that make you laugh out loud.
The people that put you at ease and make you feel that you are enough.
The other day a friend like this surprised me with a 'no reason' gift and I was chuffed as nuts.
How lovely is that?
These shoes tick so many boxes for me.
- Bold in colour.
- Comfortable.
- Well made and sturdy.
- A little bit androgynous.
- A little bit 90's!
- Plus... I've never seen a pair quite like them before.
Happy Feet = Happy Face.
Nothing special to be done, just chores and errands, BUT who says we can't look nice while doing the mundane tasks of life?
What would YOUR ideal 'no-reason' gift be?
SHOES: Superga (a gift)
DRESS: Sisley (Charity shopped)
JACKET: Boden (older than time!)
BAG: French Connection
Last week Laurie caught my eye in her beautiful swimsuit.
Although, it's more beautiful Laurie... the swimsuit is playing second fiddle!
Over 50 and looking pin-up-fabulous.
See her full post HERE.
Thank you so much Samantha! I'm really chuffed you liked the post xx
ReplyDeleteYou wear the costume so well Laurie! XXX
DeleteFab colourful outfit Samantha, perfect for summer and for you!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Gail! XXX
DeleteWhat a wonderful thoughtful friend, you're both lucky to have each other! The shoes are very you.
ReplyDeleteI've always loved pairing denim with brighter colours so this outfit gets two thumbs up from me.
And to answer your question, my ideal 'no reason' gift would be ANYTHING that I'd be happy to own in my closet!
xo, Liyana | Affordorable
Thank you Liyana.
DeleteYou are right!
Any gift that is "you' is a fantastic gift... whatever it may be!
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I always say that true friends are the chocolate chips in the cookies of life (it's actually a saying from a pillow that a good friend bought for me). I really think that any gift is special....just the time and energy that someone thought of you makes me smile!!
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Jodie
www.jtouchofstyle.com
That's true Jodie... the thought is definitely the best bit!
DeleteI like my chocolate chips 85% proof :oP
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Super cute, funky and fun outfit! Very sweet friendship and you look sweet as can be!
ReplyDeleteThank you Andrea! I'm lucky to have her! XXX
DeleteCool! Thank you for hosting and have a great week!
ReplyDeleteAnd You Nancy! XXX
DeleteHow lovely, I hope we all have friends like this I know I do. xx Thanks for sharing. Jacqui Mummabstylish
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to hear that Jacqui! Have a lovely week. XXX
DeleteWhat a great friend you have! You look wonderful in the whole outfit xx Maria
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Maria... I'm a lucky lady! XXX
DeleteLove the colorful Supergas! What a great gift from a good friend!
ReplyDeleteI have a bloggy question - your "Blogs I Love" feature in your sidebar - how did you do that? I'm using Wordpress and the WP widget for "blogs I follow" pulls up ALL the blogs I follow, many of which are not necessarily my favorites. I do remember when I used to use Blogger that I had a list like yours...I like the way yours is, showing the title of the most recent post and keeping the most recently updated ones at the top. I know I can just do a link list but it won't have those features. Thoughts? Thanks for any suggestions :-)
Bettye
https://fashionschlub.com
I'm sorry to say I know nothing about wordpress Bettye!
DeleteI'm not even sure if it has the same widgets... but there were options to select the snippet, most recent post and date of update in blogger.
Perhaps you could simply google how to do it?? There is a youtube video for everything!
I hope you find what you want... it's so frustrating when you know waht you need but don't know how to get it!
Good luck.
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I'll definitely do a google/youtube search, thanks!
DeleteWow, awesome "just because" gift - those sneakers are awesome! I love the casual outfit - so fun and colourful!
ReplyDeleteI was chuffed to bits Sheila and immediately thought.... "I've just the thing to go perfectly with these!" :oP
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I love this bright and colourful outfit, Sam! The colours in your dress are fab and your new sneakers complement it so well. What a great present! My ideal gift would be a fab necklace or brooch: no surprises there, hey? Haha ;) XXX
ReplyDeleteHahahahah Really Sasha??? I'm shocked and stunned :oP XXX
Deletelovely gift!, I totally agree on friends and how amazing is to receive an unexpected gift by a friend who knows you very well!
ReplyDeleteYou look adorable in your floral dress and gutties!
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Thank you Monica! I was so pleased... like a kid with an ice cream :o)
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No reason gifts are the absolute best! I love giving them and receiving them! These sneakers are fantastic and so totally you. And this outfit is the perfect errand running outfit...making everyone around you smile, I am sure!
ReplyDeleteShelbee
www.shelbeeontheedge.com
TBH Shelbee I'm much better at giving... if feels more comfy BUT it's lovely to receive something so thoughtful isn't it?
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Such a fun and colorful outfit!
ReplyDeleteThank you Amy!! XXX
DeleteWhat a sweet friend you have! I adore this bold floral dress with your denim jacket and fun new shoes. Your new sneakers fit you to a tee.
ReplyDeleteYou can't really go wrong with this combination can you Jennie? And Yes! a perfect fit :o)
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You know I love color Sam! So this is such a perfect fun and colorful dress on you, fun look with the denim jacket and those hip new sneakers! How nice of your friend to give you a gift, just for being a friend. Hmm. No sure about the ideal gift, but probably a colorful dress or a variety of bubble baths supplies as I take baths alot. ;-)
ReplyDeletejess xx
www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Blimey Jess... I'd LOVE to take more baths.
DeleteIf I go to a hotel the first thing I do is run a bath and jump right in.
I remember going away for a weekend and having 3 each day!!! Sheer bliss.
I don't bath at home because there is always someone chapping on the door, needing something. Not very relaxing :oP
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Those colors look great on you! Thanks so much for hosting - first time linking up here!
ReplyDeleteHi Elizabeth and welcome!!
DeleteThank you for joining in and your kind words :o)
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There's nothing better than the friends that "get you" and surprise gifts!
ReplyDeleteDebbie
www.fashionfairydust.com
Your'e spot on there Debbie!
DeleteWe cherish the good ones don't we? :o)
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I'm pretty clueless as to how this post slipped by me but I'm glad I caughtvit. This is exactly the kind of look that I LOVE to wear. Denim jackets, colorful tops/ dresses and shoes that have some uniqueness, humor and color! Add a bit of embroidery somewhere and I'm in my niche!
ReplyDeleteYou look so cute Sam. I'd want to know you if I saw you on that errand! :-)
Love, Jude