Day 778 - You're So Special, You're Like Diamonds And Pearls

Shoes: Nude 'Bondaged Up' Poste Mistress at Office 

I was in two minds whether or not to get dressed today because it had been raining all morning and I didn't fancy getting soaked for no reason. I went ahead with getting ready anyway, then it got worse, so I didn't venture out. Waste of an outfit and makeup and the full 10 minutes it takes to fasten these boots!! This is actually when a blog comes in handy though, because you guys are the only ones that get to see the outfit, so it's not a complete waste of time! Again, I really liked this outfit today, midi lengths seem to be my thing currently!
 
Wearing: Pansy 'Peggy' dress Swan by Clements Ribeiro, vest (worn underneath) and purple tights (not seen) both Primark.
Fit: 4 1/2" heel, true to size, adjustable strapping and buckles.
Comfort: Other than taking a little while to get on and off, they are fine.

Day 741 - My Pantyline Shows-Got A Run In My Hose

Shoes: Ivory and black 'Parkie' ASOS Premium 

Following on from the last post regarding outfits not always working, I was less than happy with this one today and the Shania lyrics (and indeed the whole song) felt very fitting as a title. I always start with something in my head, then sometimes it doesn't really work out and in this case I chopped and changed my mind a gazillion times and just settled with this because I was too shattered to find anything else! I was in and out of my wardrobe, reaching into far corners of piles of shoe boxes and I either couldn't find what I was looking for or it didn't look or feel right. I felt uncomfortable in practically everything I tried on and even these leggings were annoying me for the rest of the day, they felt like they were falling down (which I suspect is from my more rounded than usual tummy)!  It's going to be a nightmare tonight, putting all the abandoned clothes and shoes away again.  Unlike a lot (and quite possibly the majority) of bloggers who post 'daily' outfits, I publish every single outfit I ever wear, not just occasional days in a week or outfits I particularly like. So I suppose looking at it that way, I'm bound to discover some outfits that I'm not completely keen on or have my 'off' days. What about you, are you glad to have some days off from blogging or hate when an outfit doesn't work regardless of who sees it?

Wearing: Cream lace dress Pearl Lowe (Peacocks), dog print leggings H By Henry Holland, black cardigan Primark.
Fit: Very small, I had to go up a size. 5 1/2" chunky heel and 1 3/4" platform.
Comfort: The only issues I find are little stones getting stuck in the sole thus making them unsteady, you just have to be aware of it and kick them off as you go.

Day 724 - Face Screwed Up Like You Having Hot Flashes

Shoes: Black and cream 'Ediva' KG by Kurt Geiger

It was miserable today so I didn't bother getting dressed, yesterday was much better.  As you can see from the portraits, I was struggling as the light was streaming in the window, it was like a sauna!  Turns out it was quite windy outside, so I had a few almost-flashing-to-everyone moments, such is the risk wearing a floaty dress with bare legs.  Oh but my legs weren't completely naked, no I wore socks.  I've been embracing socks with shoes lately and although I had a shorter black pair to wear with this, I pondered if I should try....long socks! Those cream, lacey socks I've been wearing go with everything and make anything look so much cooler, so I wanted to push things and try something different.  I know, I know, I haven't worn a dress with long socks for a least 25 years with my wee gingham school dress! Actually no, there was my hockey days where they were accessorised with a skirt that didn't cover my arse, gym pants which almost stopped the circulation in my tiny thighs and my Dads old shin-pads! Oh the memories! Anyway, slightly controversial wearing this at my age or my size or wherever the controversy lies, but did you think it worked? Or did I look like a complete plonker?

Wearing:  Floral tea dress Pearl Lowe, cardigan Be Beau at Matalan, Mischief sunglasses Irregular Choice, plastic flower hair clips gift, socks Kurt Geiger.
Fit: True to size, 5 3/4 heel and 1 1/4" platform.
Comfort: Fine, concentration required when walking though!

Day 710 - My Best Friend Say She Used To F*** With Usher

Shoes: Ivory and black 'Parkie' ASOS Premium 

The day started off lovely, then just before I was about to pop out, the rain started. I didn't think I'd get out for my walk, but eventually did. I hadn't intended to wear any of this outfit, then suddenly changed my mind to wear the dress (as I might not get another chance before Autumn). As I was looking for my black Bertie wedges to pair it with, I spied these shoes which I haven't worn for ages and decided they could work. I struggled to keep my dress out of the way when leaning over to take photos of my feet and didn't have anything to prop my camera on-but in the end I liked this image better than the ones without the dress in it. It's definitely getting colder now and I felt like a bit of an idiot out in my summery dress walking past people in anoraks and fleeces, but I'm not willingly giving up my summer wardrobe just yet!

Wearing: Polka dot dress Primark cardigan Be Beau at Matalan, belt taken from another dress.
Fit: Very small, I had to go up a size. 5 1/2" chunky heel and 1 3/4" platform.
Comfort: The only issues I find are little stones getting stuck in the sole thus making them unsteady, you just have to be aware of it and kick them off as you go.

Day 510 - In New York

Shoes: Ivory and black 'Parkie' ASOS Premium

I'm really glad I've got another dress that's too long to wear with leggings, because I have so many lovely pairs of tights that otherwise wouldn't get worn. I really need to sort out my shoe storage, I almost killed myself unearthing this box of shoes from a rather dangerously high pile! However it was worth it because I just love the chunky, 70's vibe you get from wearing these-contrasting with the modern tights (loooove these so much) and then the retro dress. Makes me think of something you would see in Dr Quinn with that collar, which is what is taking up my afternoons. I love that show and the episodes on just now I haven't seen before...and I've cried through every single one, heehee, it's good stuff!

Wearing: Lace collar dress Pearl Lowe at Peacocks, House of Holland New York Citights
Fit: Very small, I had to go up a size. 5 1/2" chunky heel and 1 3/4" platform.
Comfort: The only issues I find are little stones getting stuck in the sole thus making them unsteady, you just have to be aware of it and kick them off as you go.

Day Four Hundred & Sixty Five - Up And Away

Shoes: KG by Kurt Geiger 'Ediva' platforms

I didn't have time to blog over the weekend. I was feeling rather poorly, the result of doing too much! I had been trying to bring some order to my room and at one point backed myself into the corner, completely surrounded by bags and boxes, up on my little stool with shoe boxes balancing precariously above my head, then a little spider decided to start running around on the floor next to me. Gah! However, I managed to free up some space and put more shoes up on eBay, without spewing (or dying), which I totally thought I was gonna do on Saturday night! Anyhoo, I'm trying to get back into my walking routine and popped out today. My feet were freezing, so I had to wear socks. These shoes are a size larger than I usually take and at first I thought I needed that, but actually they are just a little too big, not too bad though.

Wearing: Shell print dress, swallow print hair scarf and cardi Primark, high-shine leggings Miss Selfridge, blk/green socks Kurt Geiger, glasses Claire's.
Fit: True to size, 5 3/4 heel and 1 1/4" platform.
Comfort: Fine, concentration required when walking though!