Not Seeing The Wood For The Trees

Happy Friday Folks,
Well i have nothing much to say today other than the usual, WOOHOOO its the weekend, bring on the food, heeheehee.

I wore this outfit to work on Tuesday, i think... 

I was only saying to Paul today how the days seem to be flying by at a ridiculous rate lately. Sometimes my head is so buried amongst accounts, payment dates and forward date planning for bill payments that i forget to actually register what the day is and to make the most of it. Kinda like not seeing the wood for the trees, my heads in the books looking for the end result that i cant see what's right in front of me, which in this case was actually some very beautiful woodlands :)

 Its been really refreshing just taking a break for a change and seeing the world, the trees are turning some beautiful shades lately and i can't help but look up!

Having said that, today we are having the worst torrential rain i have seen in a long time, which is just no fun :-(

Dress & Bag: New Look

Blazer: George @Asda

Brooch: Vintage

Boots: Tesco

 I bought this dress weeks and weeks ago and it just hung there, looking at me and for some reason i just didn't really feel much in the mood to wear it, i have no idea why! Its purple shade and swallow print are so pretty, and green tights are my new favourite!
Out of all my outfits Hubs actually LIKED this one... i know! That's gotta mean I'm doing something right (on the wife front at least!haha!)

So i will bid you farewell, and wish you a wonderful weekend ladies! 

Hope it's a productive fabulous one!

xxx

Guest Post Kym

One Dress, Six Ways

Hi there, lovely readers of Rachel the Hat!  I'm Kym and I blog about my personal style (on a budget) over at bitty.and.bunny.  I know we all have one or two pieces in our closets that we tend to wear more than the rest.  But when you have limited funds, the question is always how to get the most wear out of each piece, while still making it look fresh and new with each outfit.  Well, today I'm taking over Rachel's blog to show you six different ways to remix one dress - all with simple, basic items you already have in your closet. 

1. add a tee shirt under:

Wear a thin tee under the dress.  This not only provides a little more coverage, but it adds some visual interest as well.  In this case, the simple, graphic print of the dress really compliments the pop of turquoise provided by the shirt.

2. add a tee shirt over:

Knot a tee over your dress for a casual look that allows you to easily add any color you like just by changing the shirt. 

3. "tuck" a tee shirt in:

Belt a tee shirt over the dress to create the illusion of wearing a separate top and skirt.  Not sure how?  Here's a goof-proof tip: knot the shirt in the back or front, tuck the knot under, then belt it. 

4. add a cardigan:

For a relaxed look, wear an open cardi over the dress, and cinch it in with a belt to add shape.

5. add a vest:

For those extra warm days when you just can't fathom anything covering your arms, throw a vest over your dress to keep it interesting.

6. add lots of layers:

When the temperatures begin to drop, pile on the layers for a cozy look.  Here I belted a chambray button up and threw a chunky cardi on over it.  A scarf and boots complete the outfit and keep me feeling warm & fuzzy all day long.

I hope this inspires you to remix your favorite pieces in new and creative ways!  For more easy wardrobe remixing ideas, plus lots of other fun tidbits, come visit me at bitty.and.bunny.  I'd just love to meet you!

Winter Warmers

During the long cold days, sometimes i dont want to don a dress, sometimes i just want to feel all warm and snuggly. And seeing as wrapping a duvet around myself and calling it an outfit isn't acceptable attire i will settle for some cute knitwear!

Everythings Coming Up Posey

Anything with a posey on it sounds pretty enough to me. Nice with jeans or a skirt.

Cat Eyeglasses Sweater in Red

I have this in the blue and i love it. It always puts a smile on my face and everyone else who happens to see me wearing it. Its just a very happy sweater. And in red?! Even better!

Fuzzy Business Sweater

Anything with chevrons on has a thumbs up from me, this looks ideal for slouchy days, with skinny jeans and a nice scarf, laaavvleyyy!

Best In Bow

I used to have a miniature schnauzer called Colin. I think i need this awesome sweater in his memory!

Intarsia Sweater

Cosy loveliness right here!!

In It to Penguin It

Penguins! Mama and a baba penguin! Just too cute!

I see a theme here, do you spot it?  Animal motifs anyone? 

Do you have any favourite pieces this winter?

Do share!

Bowler Hats and Bikes

Well Hello there Ladies!

Thanks for the lovely comments on last weeks post, we are remaining positive and trying to keep our heads up and trundling on.

I haven't been wearing solely pj's and eating nutella (although a fair bit of comfort eating has been happening). 

I decided that i need to put on my happy clothes to cheer one's self up. As we all know that if you feel like you look half decent then its certainly a step in the right direction of feeling ok!

 Please excuse my teeny tiny eyes. With large amounts of stress (and tears) i had managed to give myself some kinda burst blood vessel on my eye!! red bloodshot eyes are soooo not attractive. So i gave my peepers a rest from make up to aid recovery.

 Dress: A Beautiful Mess (from their last collection)

Cardi: F&F (spring '12)

Shoes: Hush Puppies via Very (last year)

Bowler Hat: New Look (old)

Blouse: Peacocks (last winter)

Hubby's beast of a bike out of its 6 year hibernation.

Its amazing when you cant shop what you find amongst what you already have.  This outfit is entirely made up from things i have had for a long while. I always feel a certain sense of accomplishment when i pull something together like this. It reminds me that i do not have to constantly shop (as much as i love to as a hobby, haha!) it reminds me that i have A LOT of really cool stuff. It reminds me i am lucky :-)

Do you get a kick out of remixing old stuff like me? Or are you a newbie favourer?