Sunday, 3 March 2013

Sunday Dress

Sundays have always been about chilling out and having that one day a week to do what you want to do. No work, just play. But as a mama with kiddos its not normally completely the case, but i make do with snagging an hour here or there to just read my kindle or write a blog post, or drag them along to Starbucks which we all enjoy and have cake and coffees.  Yep Sunday i like you.. a lot!

 And with that an easy-peasy outfit is required for an easy relaxed day. My mum and i both saw this dress in Matalan when we were not shopping together and when we saw each other both spoke about this gorgeous navy dress we'd seen.  Thrifty mama bear said wait as the sales are imminent, so i listened  to wise old mama bear and got this lovely number for half off at £12. Its so light and comfy to wear that its the perfect Sunday dress.  Add a hat to cover 2 day old hair and i was good to go (don't you just love hats, they cover a multitude of sins!)


 On the front of these cream tights I have 2 h-uge dirt patches. I have said it before and it never changes, I can not be trusted with white :( im just too clumsy. Getting the pram out of the car and fighting with it to put it up with a toddler and bags meant my poor tights got all dirty. I dont even remember doing it. All i know is i have dirty wheel marks down one leg... not cool. Hubby has good skills though as he's cut off my legs in most of the photos and aimed the right angle to avoid said dirt patches. (Good work babe heehee!!)


Dresses with sleeves  and pockets are my favourite. As much as i am happy for slightly warmer weather and Spring, i shall miss my thick cable knit tights and slouchy beanies... 

Will you miss anything about winter?

 Dress & Hat: Matalan
Boots: New Look 
Tights: Old
Bag: Next



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39 comments

  1. Lost in Wonderland3 March 2013 at 14:47

    Hey,

    What a fabulous dress! You look beautiful.

    I love the blue dress (which kind of reminds me of a Russian doll, in a good way)and white tights.

    Another fabulous look for your super stylish wardrobe.

    Txx

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  2. Green Girl3 March 2013 at 15:02

    I enjoyed looking at these photos :) I can see why you love that dress! and i love your hat!

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  3. 14 Shades of Grey3 March 2013 at 15:44

    That dress is absolutely gorgeous!

    I always prefer being cold than being hot, so I know I'm going to miss winter... pretty much everything about it, actually.

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  4. mispapelicos3 March 2013 at 16:05

    What a fabulous dress, and from Matalan.
    So good of you to wait for the sales.
    It was made for you to rock.
    Happy Sunday, Rachel
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  5. Midwest Muse3 March 2013 at 16:57

    This dress is the absolute cutest!

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  6. being erica3 March 2013 at 17:34

    i do NOT shop at matalan enough. you are a stunner - your hair is perfection!

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  7. Sophie3 March 2013 at 17:40

    I always seem to bypass mata,an but not anymore when gems like this can be found!
    Sophie
    X

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  8. Caroline Davies3 March 2013 at 18:34

    Love your style! Loving your dress and how you paired it with white tights!

    xo
    Caroline

    lovecarolineblog.blogspot.com

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  9. Kati3 March 2013 at 18:35

    Love how you wear the dress with these white tights - need to try that out, too!

    -Kati

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  10. Lisa3 March 2013 at 18:53

    Such a stunning dress x

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  11. Unknown3 March 2013 at 19:01

    love this dress! absolutely wonderful color and design. the hat just completes the look. lovely.

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  12. Anonymous3 March 2013 at 20:21

    That dress is from Matalan!? It looks vintage - like a 70s Nordic dress x

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  13. Jennifer3 March 2013 at 21:57

    love this dress!

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  14. Unknown3 March 2013 at 22:23

    Great outfit with the tights and the boots!

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  15. Pam @ over50feeling403 March 2013 at 22:43

    You have such a gorgeous complexion!! Cute outfit!

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  16. Patti3 March 2013 at 22:52

    Cutest dress ever, and pockets! Thanks for sharing with Visible Monday.

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  17. Jem 3 March 2013 at 23:03

    This dress is beautiful, the embroidery makes me smile! I'm going to miss Winter . . but then I'm a dedicated Autumn/Winter sort of gal. It's all books, tea and cosy blankets here at chez Clutter!

    Jem xXx

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  18. Taylor Laree4 March 2013 at 00:58

    Sundays are my favorite too. Hang out at home, or maybe go get coffee with friends. Mom always cooks a nice, family dinner. :)

    The only thing I'll miss about winter is the sweater-boots-leggings uniform I've been in for the past few months.

    Flounces & Hubbub

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  19. ANDYSTYLE4 March 2013 at 02:46

    hay, your outfit is super pretty ;)
    nice pics.
    follow back, if you like ;) andy

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  20. Diane @ Haute Flashion4 March 2013 at 03:08

    You look beautiful in this dress. How nice that you have such a thoughtful photographer!

    I will certainly miss all of my fall and winter clothes. I think that they generally look richer and more expensive even if they're not.

    I will also miss my hats. I wear them every day in the winter which saves me a small fortune in haircuts and color.

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  21. DC in STYLE4 March 2013 at 04:15

    This dress is so adorable and super unique !!!! Love the design and color! By the way I'm hosting a link up party of spring looks and would be thrilled if you decided to participate!
    http://dcinstyle.com/

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  22. Kristina4 March 2013 at 04:21

    That dress is gorgeous, Rachel. Good thing you listened to mama bear ;)
    Found your blog through the Lily Among Thorns link up, so glad I did!

    Kristina
    kristina in retroworter

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  23. Jessi4 March 2013 at 05:40

    I'll definitely miss tights and layers in the spring, but I can't wait for Warmer weather! You look so lovely! That dress is beautiful, especially the little pockets. I'm loving the beanie too! You look great in it. Sundays are always so great and relaxing :)
    -Jessi
    haircutandgeneralattitude.blogspot.com

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  24. Anonymous4 March 2013 at 05:47

    Love this, I love the print and color of your pretty dress!!

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  25. Jamie Rose4 March 2013 at 07:04

    I always miss wearing tights when the weather warms up. It gets really hot here so I kind of dread the warm weather starting soon.
    Your blue dress is so pretty and it was a bargain too! I love the embroidery detailing on it. The white tights look perfect with it too. I always end up with dirt stains on my light colored tights, so I understand! They're hard to keep clean!

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  26. Maria Fallon4 March 2013 at 13:30

    This dress is gorgeous, very jealous of your sales bargain!

    Maria xxx

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  27. Jen @ Cuddles and Chaos4 March 2013 at 16:30

    Gorgeous. Love that dress and the hat. You look so comfy and fabulous all at once-- not an easy look for a momma to pull off, Sunday or not ;)

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  28. Audrey Allure4 March 2013 at 17:20

    Pretty dress & hat!

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  29. Unknown4 March 2013 at 17:40

    how are cute are you ?
    Adorable is the word!
    Love the white thights with the dress!

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  30. Chioma4 March 2013 at 18:23

    what a gorgeous dress Rachel! i love that yellow bag too :)

    ~Chioma
    C's Evolution of Style

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  31. BonBon Rose Girls Kristin4 March 2013 at 18:42

    Such a lovely dress! It's Sunday perfect!

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  32. so many things to love...4 March 2013 at 19:10

    Your colouring is just perfect for that dress and tam. The jewel tones really suit you.

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  33. Lily EBVS4 March 2013 at 20:06

    Wow -- that dress is absolutely stunning and looks great on you. I'm so glad I found your blog; I recently have realized I am head-over-heels in love with hats. Can't wait to be inspired by yours!
    --Lily
    www.fifthfreedomfashion.blogspot.com

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  34. rebeccaruby / UK Lifestyle Blog/4 March 2013 at 22:10

    Dress is amazing, you look gorgeous!

    Lovely blog

    B x

    I'd love it if you took a look at my blog: RebeccaRuby - A lifestyle blog

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  35. mommy Orkid Belle4 March 2013 at 22:25

    I am loving your outfit especially that dress. So lovely! I hear you. I have two kids as well under the age of 5. It's nice to be able to have a little break though and keep out sanity in tact. LOL! :) Visiting you here via Visible Monday.

    Adin B

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  36. Life etc...5 March 2013 at 08:35

    Such a great winter dress! Hahaha and I'm just the same with white - I don't trust myself to wear it :)

    life-etcblog.blogspot.com.au

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  37. Unknown5 March 2013 at 19:06

    This dress is so pretty! I really love the belt that you paired with it. Certainly sounds like you had a relaxing Sunday; hope that you are having a good week too!

    xoxo,
    Laura
    http://lauraisthriftingthroughlife.blogspot.com/

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  38. Unknown5 March 2013 at 22:39

    You are the only real woman in the real world who can make thick white tights work such a treat! As always, you look amazing, young Rachael!

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  39. About Cariad15 March 2013 at 21:38

    Your hair looks lovely like this! X

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