Call off the dogs

I know I said I wouldn't mention it again.

But......

Finally.  Finally finally finally, I think I may have sussed the whole day to night dress issue (touches wood, crosses herself, grabs rabbit's foot in an attempt not to jinx it) 

Let me warn you that it's bright.  Which to some will be hideous but on the upside, you can see me from space and I'm never going to get lost in a crowd.  I completely love the colour, I think it will work during the day but would be just as appropriate for a summer night out (and heck, maybe even with nude tights and shoots for the winter, but let's not get ahead of ourselves here.)  It's the perfect shape for me, hiding a multitude of sins, meaning I neither have to wear full body amour spanx or breathe in after having consumed a canape (McQueen dress that's going back, I'm looking at you....) 

And my most favourite of favourite points.  It goes in the washing machine.  Hurrah!  Finally, I didn't have to sell a kidney to pay for it.  Oh (as if the list of perfection wasn't long enough) it is the exact match to the neon on my Zara neon, snakeskin, tan and black block heel sandals.  

By jove I think she's got it. 

The Maya Cocoon Dress from Whistles - £95

And whilst I was there, I happened to come across (as you do) the Erin Quilted Jersey Biker Jacket (they say it's dark grey but to you or I, believe me, it's black) .  Half price now at £55.  I sized down and got the 8 which is a perfect fit. 




Complete impulse purchase but I can already envisage countless outfits where this will come into its own.  I know I've blogged about jersey bikers (and think this one was actually on the blog) but it really is the perfect alternative for a black blazer for the A/W.  And even for nights out now, seeing as I already wore it last night! 

So there we have it with my impulse bomb into Whistles - I'd only gone to the paint shop up the road and happened to stumble in.   Outfit sorted for BBQ this afternoon in the heat and then a swift change of shoes for an end of term party tonight.  All I have to do is ensure I don't spill anything down it.  This is of course, significantly easier said than done.... 

Finishing with my two outfits from yesterday - one for during the day and the second for a dinner party at a friend's house.  Am just loving this weather.