Monday 7 September 2020

WINTER CLASSICS

Hello dear friends,

WINTER CLASSICS

Contrary to the popular belief that we Australians live in perpetual summer, we do have winter and it does feel cold.  And that is coming from me, who used to live in Russia where for three solid months of winter the temperature would fall below zero.  Surely, in Sydney at least, this is not the case, however you do need a puffy jacket or a good warm coat, a scarf and a couple of thick jumpers to get you through the winter months (June-August).  

WINTER CLASSICS

The thing that struck me when I first arrived here 28 years ago and still continues to fascinate me after all those years is that lots of Australians are dressed in a pair of shorts, a t-shirt and a pair of thongs (flips-flops) in winter as they do in summer. Sometimes, as a concession to a cold air they can tie a jumper around their waist.  That is about it.  I think they are in complete denial!!!

WINTER CLASSICS

I, on a contrary, love to have a couple of warm jumpers, skirts, scarfs and coats in my wardrobe that will help me to go through winter feeling warm and looking stylish.  Case in point, my new cashmere jumper from COS.   It is soft, warm and very gentle on the skin due to a high-quality yarn it is made of.  It was not cheap, as good quality clothes should not be, but I treat it as a good investment that will last me many years.

WINTER CLASSICS

Despite my love for colours, I am quite happy with my choice of soft neutral grey which I can accessorise anyway I like depending on the time of the day, activity or simply the weather.

WINTER CLASSICS

And don't you forget about scarves, they are not only keep your protected from the wind bur also great accessories.  This season my two most popular ones are one that has black big and small dots on a white background fringed with alternate coloured tassels and the other is with white dots on a light grey background.  I am demonstrating both today, please tell me which one you prefer.  

WINTER CLASSICS

A short string of pearls and onyx beads is another option when I do not want to wear a scarf and add a bit of glamour to my outfit.

WINTER CLASSICS

WINTER CLASSICS

The maxi skirt I am wearing is from last season.  The fabric is quite thick so I only wear it during the  winter months but I like its classic pencil-like shape with a split on one side that allows me to walk in wide strides without being limited by the skirt's circumference.  When the weather will warm up a bit, I am planning to wear it with my leather biker jacket.

WINTER CLASSICS

Classic clothing is timeless and is a perfect base on which you can build your whole wardrobe.  It speaks of elegance, good taste and will never go out of style.

What is your take on the classics? Please share your thoughts.

Until then

Ann

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14 comments:

  1. Oh I love both scarves but am more partial to the grey and white dot one. I do like the change of seasons. We don't get much snow here (maybe once or twice a year if we are lucky) but it does get cold and hot throughout the seasons.
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. thank you Mireille, we only have snow in the mountains about 4 hours drive from Sydney for a couple of months

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  2. I love this slouchy sweater- it looks so chic with a scarf!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  3. All I can say is wow. You are stunning. Have a great day.

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  4. The absolute epitome of chic Anna. I love this look. Pure elegance xx

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  5. These are such lovely classic pieces! Even in Queensland I find winter cold - I like to layer up and get cosy in winter so scarves are definitely a favourite of mine, although I don't have a lot of knits.

    Hope you are having a good weekend :)

    Away From Blue

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  6. Such a classic, stylish outfit! I love both scarves, it's impossible to choose a favourite! Thanks for linking up!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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