Southern Yacht: summer

Wednesday, 8 May 2019

Pink Clove colour changing star raincoat

Have you ever owned anything as an adult that you wish you could have had a child?

When I saw this raincoat on It's Em's insta stories, I knew I had to have one (and that younger Cathy would have loved it and worn it 24/7).

To start with, I was looking for a new, lightweight raincoat. Something that would pack up fairly small and not be too heavy to have in the bottom of a rucksack while on holiday. I so nearly went with a floral option on the Pink Clove website but I'm glad I held out and chose this star print.

It's from the Brave Soul range and I ordered the 22/24. Definitely long on the arms and big in the body, but it gave me the extra space to wear it over a jumper - which in the British summer is pretty standard.

The stars look white with a hint of colour, but the minute they get wet, they change colour. The other half suggested using a watering can to demonstrate this for the blog photos - I'm not entirely sure he was joking so opted to wait for a rainy day instead!

It's not going to keep me super dry in a very heavy downpour, but it's perfect for a light shower and enough to keep you dry until you get under cover. Unless, if you're like me, you stay out in the rain watching the stars....

Thanks for reading

Cathy
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M&Co SS18 Holiday Shop Brunch

Last week the lovely folk at M&Co invited me to brunch to have a peep at their upcoming SS18 holiday range.

After the 'Beast from the East' and all the snow and bad weather - a little bit of sunshine was definitely needed! So on a rather soggy Wednesday morning, I made my way to Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings in Clerkenwell.

What a beautiful location for a spot of brunch! The greenhouse was a perfect location to showcase the new ranges - there was definitely a tropical vibe going on.

Some of the key pieces that really caught my eye were those with the vibrant, tropical leaf theme.

If you wanted something a bit simpler, this cover-up was a favourite, neutral enough to wear with a variety of colours, but with a hint of a print. The white top I can imagine pairing with jeans and sandals for a casual day out.

I even spotted some tassel earrings! One of my favourite trends from the last year so very glad to see no sign of them disappearing anytime soon. The fuschia and blue colour combo is perfect.

Younger shoppers weren't forgotten either.

It was good have a look at men's fashion as well. I think it's fair to say my other half is probably not too bothered with current trends, but I can certainly see him in one of these hats in the summer (the pastel shirts....I'd have to work on that!).

And last but not least - what a beautiful location. Although I've been to this part of London before, I had no idea this little gem was here.

A big thanks to M&Co for the invite - I now need to plan a summer holiday!

Thanks for reading

Cathy
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Scarlett and Jo skirt - OOTD

Hello there,

It may be September, but I'm determined not to put away my summer skirts and sandals just yet (remind me of this next time it's raining though).

I recently purchased this Scarlett and Jo skirt from the Evans sale. I haven't owned a flowery mid-length skirt like this for years. Cue a fair bit of twirling and flouncing around when I first put it on.

Top - F&F Tesco (22) - old
Shoes - Primark

Now I normally take a 20/22 in a skirt and I ordered a 22 here. But to be honest, I would have been better to have gone for a 24. The waist band is elastic but is quite unforgiving! I'll remember to size up next time.

Thanks for reading

Cathy

Simply Be dark denim dress OOTD

Hi everyone,

I've had this post sat in my drafts folder - but never published it, oops.

I saw a number of bloggers earlier this year wearing a bleach wash denim dress from Simply Be.

I loved the dress, but not the colour. When I was in Simply Be's Exeter store I saw the dark denim version and that was it - I had to have it.

Definitely a theme of hands in pockets here...

I added this bracelet from Primark - perfect colours to match dark denim. Plus the dress (in both colours) is reduced now on Simply Be if you love it as much as I do

Thanks for reading

Cathy
xx

Outfit August

Hi everyone,

The lovely Leah from Just Me Leah came up with a challenge for August encouraging us all to re-use what we already have in our wardrobes.

Well, as I still have clothes in my wardrobe going back 10+ years (seriously!) I didn't need asking twice. I probably won't be able to do it every day but it will be fun to have a look and see what's lurking in the depths.

So here's me today. I'm testing a new phone so brace yourself for wonky shots all throughout August. I have my old faithful skirt from Indigo at Marks & Spencer and basic t-shirt from TU at Sainsburys. I love the t-shirt as it has glitter thread so perfect for sunny days but I had to size up as it was pretty snug on the tummy! The necklaces are part of a set I got for Christmas.

But...the more observant amongst you will notice two different tops. That's a result of spilling a glass of strawberry milk over you inbetween photos - d'oh!