VERSATILE SUMMER TOPS

Although we've called this versatile summer tops, in fact the white dress/top was a holiday buy in Thassos a little while ago.  Anne C has quite a few silk tops which are hip length, but this is the first longer length top, which she has worn as a dress in these photos, though it would be ok to wear over slim trousers too.

This was one of those items where she had been into a shop and bought a cardigan, then spotted this as she was just about out of the door and had to have it.

She has teamed it with the sliders which were also bought in Greece.  Note they look slightly too big for her back in the UK, but when the weather is boiling hot, she tends to wear a larger size in shoes.  A lady in a Greek shoe shop who told her that us Brits and the Scandinavian women all have this problem - less than continental women, who presumably are much more used to the heat.

We keep accessories to a minimum during hot weather -  neither of us us can be bothered with heavy jewellery, because it just makes us feel hotter still.  However, the gold chain is another Greek purchase from some years ago, while the earrings are from an Austrian brand called Pierre Lang - which used to offer jewellery to women to hold parties in their own home, but seems to have completely disappeared in recent years - if anyone knows what happened to them, we would love to know! However, Anne did find her earrings still for sale on eBay!

The watch is from Swarovski, and probably too heavy for summer wear!

Anne H's top was a sale purchase in John Lewis from the Reiss range and is their Brie Animal Burnout Blouse and goodness only knows why they came up with the a name like that.  It is in a fabulous silk blend with long sleeves and a luxurious feel that only silk can give.  Half price as well which was great, it is still available in a silver grey on the John Lewis site and in this pink tone on the Reiss site.  A great addition to the wardrobe as it is so versatile and would be amazing worn with a leather skirt or smart trousers.  

Her sandals which were purchased from Kurt Geiger also in John Lewis, are a classic grecian style flat and strappy sandal with toe strap. So easy to just throw on and wear around the house or on the beach.  Despite the High Street now firmly turning their focus to autumn we are still in the height of summer in the UK so they are getting a good wearing.

Jeans are her current go to brand Levi's and are from the 714 range. A straight stretch denim in black in the signature Levi's styling, they are a decent length to wear with heels so are great for a night out or just day to day wear.  They are currently on sale for £42.50 from Levi's and there is a huge range of colours to choose from.

And of course Daphne just had to join in to!  Rather good co-ordination with this outfit.

The navy and white top is from Quiz, and is currently in their sale at a ridiculously cheap £8.99 here, though sizes are limited.  This is a brand which is aimed at young women, but occasionally I find something suitable for an oldie like me!

Having said that I do find the flared sleeves a bit of a faff - I might have to cut those off as they get in the way!

The jeans are a budget buy from Florence&Fred@Tesco - you may have read that they have closed down their online business due to its non-profitability, though you can still buy clothes in-store.  I do have a habit of slipping some item of clothing into my trolley when I've just popped in for bread and milk!

The shoes are a sale buy from Monsoon - which were a fabulous buy at £11.70 here, while the "sapphire and diamonds" ring and earrings are actually costume jewellery from Buckley London and also includes a necklace here.

If it's not too late - there are still bargains to be had during the sales - you just have to look for them.