26 May Grapes of a Different Variety
Happy Memorial Day everyone!
It is no secret I like wine. So when I say “grapes of a different variety”… I meant my clothes! I found this top at White House Black Market, on Ebay, and thought it was really cute when it was in the store. I really like purple. So the colors I paired were a mixture of lavendar, dark purple, and other hues. My handbag is one that you haven’t seen me in often, yet I love the girly ruffles and the crinkled leather. We shot this after one of my PT sessions, in a park nearby where I used to do bike riding with my husband. There is a little pond there with goose, so if one doesn’t mind playing a game of ” step on the crack, it will break you mother’s back”… turned into a game of ” step on the goose poo, it will get your nice sandals dirty”, then it’s fine I risk it! The top has these flirty, flouncy sleeves I liked and the waist line gathered to give a bit of a peplum effect. I bought the shorts from Loft last year, as I have always been into lace, and I love the color. Well, I think I need to continue this “theme” at home, with a nice glass of Malbec.
Have a great day!
Top: ( Similar colors,WHBM last year), Shorts ( LOFT,), Sandals ( Sofft, similar), Handbag/clutch: Treesje, Nail polish: Essie.
Rachel
Posted at 09:58h, 29 MayYou look beautiful in this purple ensemble! Love it!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 11:15h, 29 MayThanks so much Rachel. I am a big fan of purple. Stop by again. jess
rhea
Posted at 13:52h, 28 Mayaww that’s a lovely top!
Rhea, Et Cetera – Summer Getaway Outfit (& come meet my new dog!)
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 17:11h, 28 MayTHank you!! Stop by anytime 🙂
Oby Grace
Posted at 23:41h, 27 MayJess,
Those shorts are stunning and purple is greart color on you!
xoxo
Oby Grace
http://ispyoby.blogspot.com/
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 07:22h, 28 MayThank you Oby for stopping by, I appreciate it. Glad you like the shorts, they are a fav of mine. I suppose I need more purple in my wardrobe 🙂 jess xx
Nicole
Posted at 23:38h, 27 MayI love this color on you! It looks great and the park is such a pretty backdrop for these pictures!
Nicole
http://www.nicoletothenines.blogspot.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 07:20h, 28 MayThank you Nicole! I also try to get pictures when we are out at pretty places. Thank you for the lovely comment.
Carylee
Posted at 23:13h, 27 MayOooh! Great shorts! They’re perfect for summer and the top pairs with it well!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 07:21h, 28 MayThank you! I love lace and the purple was so pretty I had to get them. Glad you like my outfit! 🙂 Stop by again.
Elle
Posted at 22:43h, 27 MayJess, I love those colors on you! I also love,the bold nail polish ! You look, fabulous outside on this glorious looking day.
Yes, go for Malbec, and then Rose,, purelu for the color mixing! 😉
XX, Elle
http://mydailycostume.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 22:55h, 27 MayThanks Elle, I need to invest in some more purple and blues in my wardrobe. Thank you for the lovely comments. I love your suggestions on the wine, sounds good to me. Yes, I was doing pastels on the nails, but wanted a bolder purple, and liked this color.
Thanks luv,
Jess xx
Mary Murnane
Posted at 19:08h, 27 MayJust returned home from a long weekend to find your lovely post. Love this fun, summery look, Jess! Those shorts are adorable and I love the lavender/purple color! xox~M
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 19:20h, 27 MayThanks Mary! I love your beautiful photography. I REALLY need a vacation, but think we are looking at Sept or Oct. Thank you for the lovely comment. I have a few pair of shorts I will be posting, as it gets into the 90s in July and August here, I loved the color as well and the lace. Thank you. Hope your weekend was relaxing and fuN! jess xo
Katie
Posted at 17:54h, 27 MayGreat look – I love purple too! Those shorts are so cute and great mani!
Katie – See What Katie Wears
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 18:16h, 27 MayThank you. I started to like purple more and more when I saw other girls especially with red hair wear it. Thank you for the comment. Even though I am in my 40s I will still wear shorts, no rules huh? Thank you about the mani, it was a deep purple, and I do them myself, as I feel manicures chip for me after a few days anyway. jess xx
nancy @ adore to adorn
Posted at 17:32h, 27 MayPurple is my favorite color! Love the top! =)
xo,
nancy
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 17:40h, 27 MayThank you Nancy for coming by! I am glad you like the top. jess
Tracy M
Posted at 13:49h, 27 MayPurple is one of my favorites and this lavender color looks great on you. I have those shorts 🙂 Love the nail color too.
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 14:36h, 27 MayThank you Tracy for stopping by. I love the shorts too! Ah, you have to wear yours sometime, love to see how you style them as well. The nail color is a shimmery purple.. I wore a lot of pastels but needed a change too. have a great day! jess
Cara
Posted at 12:16h, 27 MayPurple is definitely your color, stunning!
xx Cara
http://www.carascliche.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 13:12h, 27 MayThank you Cara! I appreciate you stopping by. I need more purple in my closet 🙂 xx jess
Johanna Grange
Posted at 09:50h, 27 MayThat color looks amazing with your hair! Love it!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 09:55h, 27 MayThanks Johanna! I appreciate you stopping by. I do really like purple. I hadn’t always worn it, but am trying to add more purple and blues into the wardrobe. I hope you had a nice weekend. jess
Red Tag Chic Los Angeles
Posted at 22:30h, 26 MayI’m so into the floral trend right now….& this outfit mix is totally awesome Jess!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 07:59h, 27 MayHi Rebecca, thanks for dropping by! Glad you like the outfit. I love florals, always have. I also am a fan of lace. Now, if only I could wear some of your awesome sexy shoes with the outfit. … Thank you for the comment.:-)
J @ Bless Her Heart Y'all
Posted at 21:16h, 26 MayThat top is amazing! I love the colors and the print is fantastic! Happy Memorial Day! Love the background in your pic, looks beautiful!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 07:58h, 27 MayThank you! I appreciate you stopping by. The sleeves are flutter sleeves, I should have shown them a bit more. The background pic is a little pond where we live. Hope you had a nice relaxing day. jess
Lady of Style
Posted at 14:41h, 26 MayYou are a wine lover indeed, Jess and nobody could wear this top better than you 🙂
Gorgeous colours!
Annette | Lady of Style
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 15:29h, 26 Mayhaha 🙂 Thanks Annette, for putting a smile on my face today. I liked the colors, the purples and thought it was pretty when it first came out. Yes, I will have to wear this to the Vineyard next time. 🙂
Jess xx Hope your day is great
AJ
Posted at 13:09h, 26 MayYou look so great 🙂
AJ | http://www.TheAJMinute.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 14:00h, 26 MayThank you Aj! Very nice of you to say. I will stop by your blog as well. Jess
Monika
Posted at 12:16h, 26 MayHi Jess,
happy Memorial Day to you.Hope you enjoyed your weekend.I love your lace shorts, so pretty with the purple and lavender colours of your top.Lace is such a cute fashion topic, so feminine and chic. I already bought some lace items too, but no shorts yet.
Have a great day!
Monika
Styleworld40plus.blogspot.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 12:20h, 26 MayHi Monika,
Not sure if many people would be around because of Labor Day. Just going to go out to lunch and sit outside with my pups. Thank you for the comment on my outfit. I love the color lavendar, and really liked these when I saw them last year. I found this top on Ebay, and have gotten a few good deals there recently, but like how the sleeves are feminine. I look forward to seeing some of your lace clothes as well. As I said, love your bag 🙂
Enjoy your day too.
Jess xx
Pam@over50feeling40
Posted at 08:00h, 26 MayYou have a perfect start to summer in this outfit…cool and cute! Have a wonderful day!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 08:02h, 26 MayThanks so much Pam. Yes, we have had some hot days. Thank you regarding my outfit, it is cool and comfortable. 🙂 jess Have a great day as well .xx