IT COMES IN 3’s – OVERALLS

I’ve been trying to step out of comfort zone with style lately and I’m try a few different trends.

First there was sequins – I bought the below skirt from Zara months ago but hadn’t felt confident enough to wear it.

It just sat in my wardrobe mocking me, until Sunday when I just thought stuff it and put it on and went out.

And I felt fabulous in it!

Styling You Shop Striped Tee s/m $129.00 * | Zara Sequin Skirt | Frankie 4 JACKiE Sneakers $229.95 *

And then yesterday I pulled out a trend that didn’t think would ever make a resurface – the bum bag or fanny pack.

I kept the base very neutral and plain with a white linen dress and was really happy with how it came together.

I had a lot of positive comments and a few negative. But that’s ok different strokes for different folks. And to be honest if we all loved the same thing it would get very very boring.

Lamington Ave Washed Linen Dress with Pockets $195.00 | Witchery Billie Textures Pouch Belt $79.95 (this one is getting low in stock so if you will have to be quick) | Frankie 4 EDDiE Heels $219.95 *

So I thought while I’m on a roll I’d go for the hat trick and try the overalls trend.

To keep these in my comfort zone I’ve stayed with a plain black pair from Sportsgirl. I’m not quite ready for a bold print, I think baby steps are the key.

I think there are a couple of tricks in getting this to work as you reach your 50’s

1. One is the fit. There is a fine line between too tight and too loose, you want something that doesn’t cling but still gives you a little shape. I achieved this with these by going up a size.

2. The top underneath, try to keep it either a little fitted or pretty and a little classy.

3. Try adding a belt, this gives extra shape and if you feel the crotch is a little low it will pull it up.

I decided to style these in 3 ways to show versatility – casual | work | date night.

Casual

This would have to be my favourite way to wear the overalls – with a striped tee and flats. This is such a great relaxed off duty look and one that I will be trotting out regularly over the coming months.

Now I just to focus on these cute Ziera flats – I’ve been looking for a casual slide as an alternative to thongs. There are it super comfortable with the cork base and the leather will age beautifully with time. What I love about these is that I can tighten to get the right fit. I have quite narrow feet and in the past have struggle to find similar flats that I could wear and wouldn’t overpower my feet and make it look like I was wearing flippers.

Sportsgirl Linen Blend Overalls $109.95 (also comes in Latte) wearing size 14 | Sportsgirl Pocket Tee $29.95 wearing size 12 | Ziera Carissa Dark Taupe $169.95 * | Uberkate Large Circle and Everyday Cocktail Pendant Amethyst on long chain

WORK

I kept this very simple and will wear it monochrome for work. I added a polka dots shirt that I already had in my wardrobe, a simple pair of black heels and for a pop of colour a red handbag. Easy dressing that is work appropriate and also comfortable.

Sportsgirl Linen Blend Overalls $109.95 (also comes in Latte) wearing a size 14 & Heels (no longer available) | Belle and Bloom Crossbody Bag – this style no longer avail. | Uberkate Large Circle with Flawed Diamond on the same chain and Everyday Cocktail Pendant Amethyst on long chain

DATE NIGHT

Now here is where I had a little fun.

I’ve had this super cute OTS top for a couple of weeks and have been waiting for the perfect bottoms to wear it with. Who can resist Strawberries 🍓 I sure can’t.

To combat the frilly top I have worn a belt to give me a little more shape and added my favourite killer red heels.

Sportsgirl Linen Blend Overalls $109.95 (also comes in Latte) wearing size 14 | Frankie and Dash Strawberry Multiway Top $139.00 * | Witchery Red Heels – no longer avail. | Uberkate Large Circle with Flawed Diamond on the same chain and Everyday Cocktail Pendant Amethyst on long chain

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