Tuesday 31 October 2017

Encouraging outfits

Do clothes improve our health? Yes and no.


Of course you cannot cure diseases or mend broken limbs with clothes. But every improvement to our mental well being, which no doubt is influenced by how good we feel we look, will also have an effect on our physical health. A good reason to dress well - both at the doctor's as well as with friends.

On Thursday last week I had an appointment with one of the specialists. As I felt sorry for myself I wanted to be as comfortable as possible, so I went with joggers and a t-shirt. Adding pearls and leather made me feel better dressed without sacrificing my comfort in any way.

Kaffesoester in joggers, t-shirt, pearls and leather jacket
Funny how a teenage room can stretch to every corner of the home!

Glitter, sparkle and shimmer


Friday I had a lunch date with the girls (my old BFF and my new BFF). Aren’t they gorgeous?

The sweetest best friends in the world!

However, everyone’s having health trouble and not feeling very well, so I wanted to wear the most positive and fun outfit I could think of. In the end I put together a somewhat "Christmassy" outfit, all sparkly but in fall colours. 

Kaffesoester wearing Phase Eight skirt and M&S shimmer knit top
The necklace is almost diamonds, from Zara a few years ago

The colour of the top normally doesn’t suit my skin colour, but my soul craved it! As an excuse I can add, that my skin colour has actually changed recently due to a large, regular intake of sweet potatoes. Now this mustard-yellow-greenish colour almost suit me - and that’s good enough for a beautiful colour, agree?

The cake is a caramel cheesecake - fantastic!

The back of the top is quite special, and I forgot to get a photo! So, borrowing one with a younger and slimmer model...

How could I forget to get a photo of this?

The skirt is an old one from Phase Eight. The sequins are not very shiny, and the colour is a dark gold.

The boots are from Evans, last year, and EEE width. Since the material is man made I only wear them indoors or in really good weather - and we were indoors all day, perfect!

We had a great time, eating and talking all day, and no shopping!!! That's a first EVER!

Gold and Oriental print


Saturday I had a day long meeting in another part of the country, so I had a bit of a train ride to and from the destination and needed a flexible, warm and comfortable outfit. As it was early and I was tired, I never got a proper camera out to take photos... Apparently my husband was tired too, please try to ignore his hand!

Kaffesoester in patterned joggers, gold t-shirt and Japanese patterned kimono
Tilted and with part of a finger - sums up Saturday morning!
What the poor quality photo doesn't show is that the top is gold shimmer, a favourite colour. I find that nothing lifts the spirit like a touch of gold. Here's the outfit without the tired model:

The items of Kaffesoester's outfit
Everything except the Monies necklace

Sunday evening birthday party


In April I saw a dress by Adrianna Papell in red and pink colours, perfect for me, but not in my size. Maybe also too expensive. I had put it on my wishlist but had really given up trying to get it. 

Pink and red dress by Adrianna Papell
Faux wrap dress in great colours - now mine!

Then last month it was suddenly on sale at House of Fraser, and there was a single one in my size - at a VERY reduced price. I hardly breathed until I had placed my order. Of course I had to wear it at the first opportunity which was this Sunday night.

Kaffesoester in Adrianna Papell dress
The dress! With favourite Irregular Choice shoes, homemade necklace and H&M bag

Every time I look at the colours and pattern I get a 1970's feel. I remember seeing my mum in prints like this. 

Kaffesoester seen from the back wearing new dress
Even the length is just perfect!

Funny how sparkly I felt without wearing anything shiny at all. This dress is certainly healthy for me!

Next week is going to be busy too, but with a huge reward: Monies is having a sale! Not that I really need more jewellery... Only joking, I always need more jewellery from Monies! Anyway, all the other customers are incredibly stylish ladies and I always sit and watch them after I've made my purchases. I hope I can get a few pictures for you all to enjoy.

Lots of love to all

Kaffesoester






3 comments:

  1. Wonderful outfits! And I think the colour of the bow-back jumper looks great on you.

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  2. I totally agree on clothes making us feel more confident and comfortable, and even feel better!. I'm used to dress the most cool&comfy clothes when having to visit my physiotherapist or any doctor.
    Your friends look gorgeous, and your mustard-citron-golden top is stunning!, I like your golden and oriental outfit too, elegant, stylish and comfy!
    But my favorite is your new red&fuchsia dress, such a fabulous print, such a fabulous outfit!, love your shoes and how you styled it!
    besos

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  3. This golden chartreuse color is fantastic on you! I love this color too. And you look gorgeous in all your pencil skirts (in other posts too), and the pink dress, the whole outfit, is just amazing! <3

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