Saturday, April 26, 2014

Crisp and Clean









     I enjoy this time of year when I can still wear a jacket with a summer sandal. By combining basics like a comfortable knit stretch skirt with a cotton moto jacket I'm ready for the day. I've seen so many stylish and modern designs in sandals this spring that are comfortable yet interesting. I like the easy wedge heel and the ankle strap which adds a feminine detail. Adding an of-the-moment sandal to pieces already in the closet is an easy way to update the basics.  


jacket--gap--(similar on sale) (floral moto)     skirt--max studio (eileen fisher--similar here)     shoes--enzo angiolini (consignment purchase)     clutch--isaac mizrahi  (similar in yellow)     bracelet--kenneth cole (like this one--vince camuto)



link--frizz and frosting--monday bloom--style sessions--the pleated poppy--I feel pretty



51 comments:

  1. Wow, I love everything about this outfit Ann. Fabulous.

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  2. Gorgeous! Love it all and I mean ALL.
    x Laura

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  3. Beautiful and I love the shoes...so much fun! Such a chic look!

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  4. I love the nautical feel of your look today! You are the best finding wonderful jackets Ann. By the way, the first picture is my favorite! I dig the composition.
    xo
    Carelia
    Mysmallwardrobe.com

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    1. Thanks Carelia, I'm such a jacket gal. I bought a couple of jackets like this on sale at Gap, simple and good fitting. I had not thought about nautical but you are right.

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  5. Those sandals are very unexpected and chic. Added bonus...they look like they might actually be comfortable! Are they?

    bisous
    Suzanne

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    1. Yes they are comfortable. Seems to be many comfortable sandals this season.

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  6. My first thought was the same like Suzanne, the Sandals look stylish and comfy at the same time. I fall in love with theses sandals. The rest of the outfit is pretty too and I would like to wear the outfits, very chic dear Ann.
    I wish you a nice weekend

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  7. Very unique shoes, Ann, lucky find! I'd wear them too. I am also a fan of jackets, and this one is a beauty. Blue is such a wonderful color on you, and combined with red looks just gorgeous.

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  8. I'm totaly in love with your wedges. They look galmour and comfortable, can you wish more?!
    www.bonjourchiara.com
    Bonjourchiara Facebook Page

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  9. How do you make a Gap jacket look a million dollars? I love this outfit on you! Great consignment find (My wallet just had a sigh of relief that these were not a recent purchase at a retailer) - those shoes are fabulous!

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

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    1. Ah thanks Alice, I must admit I've never purchased anything at the Gap before and I was surprised how much I like this jacket. It was on the sale rack, a bunch of them left. I would have made the link but none available on the web. It might still be in the stores in your area.

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  10. What beautiful sandals! Love their colour and design. Actually I have been looking for something like this for myself. They look really stunning in combination with this outfit in blue.

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  11. Amazing And! I really love the straight cut, it's so classy :-)

    Love, Kira

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  12. Navy is stunning on you:). And I love the exposed zippers on the jacket. You are Queen Jacket! And a pencil skirt is such a classic garment. As always you look just beautiful.

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    1. Hi Deborah, thought of you when I decided to wear this knit pencil skirt. Do you wear a skirts like this? I have several that work good with sandals for spring time and are easy to wear plus comfortable.

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  13. I would never have thought that a Gap jacket could look this well fitting and elegant. I also love jackets and feel that they
    make any outfit more polished and put together. Ann - you look great!

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  14. That reminds me - I need to get at least one new pair of sandals this year (although my old ones are still holding up really well). So many pretty styles - I love that woven strap on your red ones.

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  15. Such a great style on you! Love the blue colors combined with red details on you! Love from Munich,

    Vanessa
    www.pureGLAM.tv

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  16. Gorgeous as always, Ann! A professional look with a dash of colour. Your sandals are so cute and as you said, look comfortable.

    Annette | Lady of Style

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  17. BEAUTIFUL....very very good ensemble. And those sandals are so pretty!!! By the way, you and your footware have inspired me and I bought sort of open toe booties... Very modern, very not me. I wonder how I will experience them. Freedom? And .."more of those"? Or... "no this is not me?". Time will tell. Truth is, I thought of you (and Dixie) when I bought them.
    Greetje

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    1. I'm glad to be some inspiration! I'm sure you will look great in them.

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  18. Dear Ann, I feel with you. I like this season too, because it is not to warm to wear a jacket but warm enough to wear sandals or shoes without socks. And you have gorgeous sandals. I also love wedges, because they are more comfortable to wear than "normal" high heels. Your outfit is great - an effortless chic and through the red details your outfit become very special. Furthermore I love the blue color in all variations. Dear greetings, Conny

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  19. This is a great look on you. Very flattering! I love the shoes paired with it.

    xo, Amy Ann
    The Real Arnolds

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  20. Fabulous, Anne! How about our weather today, huh? Even in this wet season, we can still sport some fun boots with a trench. I think I'll wear that tomorrow if it continues to pour! Like always, you look MAGNIFICENT! Happy day, Anita

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  21. A touch of red is a good idea to brightnen up an outfit, and your new sandals are so nice! They look also confortable, so, is there anything better?? :-)
    Your whole outfit is lovable and the jacket is perfect in spring...( what's more, the zip fastener gives a beautiful modern look to it!)

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  22. You wear this so well, you and jackets the perfect match. Your red wedges are just perfect, trendy with comfort an added bonus.

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  23. pretty nice blog, following :)

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  24. Such a both stylish, elegant, chic and comfy look! Love the combination of modern and classy details! - Kisses from Vienna,

    Katja

    www.collectedbykatja.com

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  25. I love this look! Those sandals are fabulous.

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  26. so cool style!!, love your jacket, interesting texture and original shape!, and also love your sandals!
    besos

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  27. I'm attracted to the interesting details of the jacket and the clean lines of the skirt. The clutch and red sandals add the perfect amount of color. Your sandals are very unique and have inspired me to keep my eyes open for something new/old in the open toe category!

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  28. Major love for this crisp, polished look made more fun by those killer wedges!!!

    Rebecca
    www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  29. Love the red shoes. I am adding more wedges to my closet this year.

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  30. Love the pop of red from the bag and shoes against the blue! The colour combination is fantastic!


    Arielle from Tangled Musings

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  31. Another fantastic look Ann! The colours are so great together and your jacket is to die for! Hugs, Beata xxx

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  32. Always so tasteful and sophisticated. Great look!

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  33. Gorgeous blue tones! The jacket is treasure! Love it, the pattern and the cut, fits awesome dear Ann :)
    Like the mixing with red to this blue outfit.. very stylish and individual :)

    have a wonderful week
    Dana :)
    http://danalovesfashionandmusic.blogspot.de/

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  34. Absolutely gorgeous as usual! Love that jacket, and the shoes are perfect.

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  35. Nice clutch! I like how they match your clutch!

    xo T.
    Initialed

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