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Something A Little Bit Different & My Outfit Of The Day

Ok something a little bit different today & seeing as so far I haven't gone down the trainer or slip-on trend & in a total contrast to the sports luxe look that is big this season I've decided to go a bit off piste!!!  The other day when I just 'happened' to find myself on the ASOS site I came across these bow neck ties & I have to say they really appealed.  I think you're either going to love them or hate them & if I'm honest I'm still a little bit undecided but am definitely leaning more towards the love them category.....not sure why but there we go!!

One thing that is perhaps worrying me slightly is that I can only find them on ASOS, so either ASOS are ahead of the game or have slightly lost the plot!!! Anyway here's a picture of what I'm talking about & a selection of the ones I found on ASOS.














Or if you prefer they also do a scalloped edged version.










Or if you prefer something a little smaller then what about these?










And finally if you want something less plain & are a lover of animals then they also have a couple of patterned ones too!!  I think you can safely say ASOS have this trend well & truly covered!!










Personally I prefer the larger of the two sizes & without the scalloped edge.....I think there's enough going on with the oversized bow.

So having decided to bite the bullet & investigate further I ordered the grey & black versions as I figure they would be great for all seasons.  Of course come the warmer months *crosses fingers* it's going to be too hot to wear something like this but for the transitional weather it's a great way of adding a bit of interest & being that little bit different (hopefully in a good way mind!!).  

The bows have an adjustable neck (think in a bra strap but non-elastic kind of way) and fasten easily.  I'm thinking they'd also be great worn with the same coloured blouse to make a normal blouse into a pussy bow version too.

So here's a very quick dressing up session & when I say quick I mean quick, blink & you'll miss it!!

Firstly with double denim, although on reflection I'm thinking that this would look better teamed with some black skinnies.  Although I did love the Peter Pan collar of my denim shirt with the bow.




Denim Shirt - Zara £19.99
Oversized Bow Tie - ASOS £8
Belt - New Look
Leather Cuff - Banana Republic
Jeans - Zara
Shoes - Next


Second outfit & out of my two outfits I much prefer this one.  I've kept the back of my collar up & then angled the front of the collar from the back to the front, a bit like a winged collar if that makes sense.  Although goodness knows what was going on with my hair....I'm blaming the wind!!!




Shirt - Zara
Oversized Bow Tie - ASOS £8
Bracelet - J Crew £125
Jeans - Zara
Shoes - Zara


So what do you think?  Do they appeal or not, are you with me or leaving me standing in the playground on my own?!!!

Finally a quiet day ahead resting my tender bruised feet after a full of successful day of fun shopping with my mum.  Thankfully no illness to spoil yesterday's events, which saw us conduct a full smash & grab on the shops - with some lovely new purchases for both of us....luckily half the clothes we tried on didn't make it past the changing rooms....otherwise I don't think my hubby would be speaking to me today ;-) Oh & if you fancy having a make up refresher course then I can't recommend Bobbi Brown highly enough, the girl who did my mum's was fantastic & spent two hours going through step by step from cleansing, moisturising to the make over - totally fab & free of charge too!  So for a day of chillaxing here's what I'm wearing.




Sweatshirt - Zara
Bracelets - J Crew & J Crew
Jeans - Mint Velvet
Pumps - Boden


Re-create my outfit here.


Dressed Down Lace


Sweatshirt - Mango £34.99
Bracelets - J Crew £95 & J Crew £95
Pumps - Next £25


So what do you think, are you a lover of the oversized bow tie or do you think it resembles something a clown is more likely to wear?  I promise they don't squirt water or randomly spin round but I can't guarantee they won't raise a few laughs!!!  So whose joining me?  Are you in or are you out?

Have a great Sunday & see you in the morning.

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16 comments

  1. It's not something I would personally wear but as with most things, it doesn't mean that I don't admire them on others. First up I thought my youngest daughter would love these as she has a quirky dress sense. Out of your two outfits I love the smaller grey one on your white shirt, it looks really good Jane. Agree with your first outfit, I think black jeans would balance the bow out more, but yes loving them on you and great to see someone taking the plunge into unknown territory and rocking it! xx

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    1. Thanks Sharron, yes the second outfit definitely looks better & they're a great alternative to a scarf. Plus they're definitely something just that little bit different so for the price they've found a new home in my wardrobe.
      Jane xx

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  2. Ohhh I'm really not sure, I use to wear one of these in my early banking days so they will always remind me of my uniform. I will sit on the side lines and quietly observe this trend Jane. Love your sweatshirt x

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    1. Ah now you see I never had a uniform Donna so perhaps that's why they appeal more to me. I'm not saying they will be replacing my scarves but still a great alternative for days when I feel like being a bit different!
      Jane xx

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  3. The bow tie looks very cute Jane, great to see you styling it! Love your look today, fab laid back chic x

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  4. The bow scares me! It reminds me of my waitressing days, we were made to wear a novelty bow like this!
    Jumper is amazing though

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    1. Lol Fiona....I'm guessing you didn't keep your waitressing one then?!!!
      Jane xx

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  5. Love your sweatshirt, Jane, but I'm not loving the bows at all I'm afraid. It reminds me of a party blouse I had in mint green with a big bow when I was about 9 years old! Lynne x

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    1. Yes they definitely have a bit of a 'party' blouse element to them Lynne....for some reason they appeal....could it be the start of the mid-life crisis?!!!!
      Jane xx

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  6. Being honest they are ridiculous looking.

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    1. Hi thanks for commenting, as I mentioned in my post I knew they wouldn't be to everyone's taste but for some reason they appeal to me!! I'll put it down to my mid-life crisis ;-)
      Jane xx

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  7. I actually think these are a fun idea! I love your second outfit! I quite like the look of the chiffon elephant print one as it's quite delicate and I bet it would look great with your first outfit too. xxx
    The Jolly Fashionista

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    1. Thanks Emma, I think they're great for a change from a scarf, just need to get the black one to work better but I'm sure with a bit of dressing up that can be done!
      Jane xx

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  8. I just LOVE these, though I agree black skinnies in the first would tie it (boom boom!) together more. Being a retro lover, I can tell you that they went for big bows on necklines in the 60s/70s (hang on, scrabbling around for an example....)
    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/149463281356981473/

    I wear a smaller one myself, it's a 'Western' tie that Cowboys wear, here's a link to some pics of me wearing it:
    http://porcelinasworld.blogspot.co.uk/2013/05/outfit-post-gingham-shirt-kentucky-tie.html
    It's actually my OH's, but I steal it sometimes!! I think I'd wear a bigger bow but stick to a monochrome colour scheme, it would feel a bit French then. They love taking something like a plain white blouse and then sticking black bows on it.

    Nice to see something a bit fun and different.

    P x

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    1. Hi Porcelina, yes I must really try the first one on with black skinnies. Thanks for the links I'll definitely check these out.
      Jane xx

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