Midlife Loves

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Midlife Loves

Game Changing Tops & WIWT

So we've all been there haven't we - you're off out for a night out with the other half or girls & open up your wardrobe to find you've simply nothing to wear!!  Of course this is a 'slight' exaggeration - by nothing to wear, I mean nothing special - everything looks too ordinary, simple or plain - please tell me I'm not the only one?!!

Well along with key accessories you can't go wrong with a statement top.  I'm talking something that's easy to throw on but will transform a simple pair of skinny jeans & make you feel fabulous darling!

For some, such a top may be bold in colour or pattern but for me I like something simple, elegant & timeless & luckily there's lots of stunning beauties currently on the high street that may just have to be investigated further.....well it is Mother's Day so the odd purchase can't hurt can it ;-)

Starting with this beautiful tunic from Next.  This could so easily be classed as boho (of which I promise to cover in further detail soon) but the tassels just take this up a notch or two for me.  Team with pleather leggings or skinnies, a bold clutch & statement heels & you really have got a stunning look for a night out.









Now I recently featured this Topshop blouse on my round up of purchases for February, again it's a timeless classic with the beauty being in the detailing.  So far I've worn it with my biker jacket but equally on warmer nights I'm looking forward to dressing it up with heels & skinny jeans not to mention dressing it down with some boyfriend jeans & white trainers.






Now the Topshop blouse is quite short in the body so if you prefer something a little longer in length that can be teamed with pleather leggings then Mint Velvet have some stunners, all of which are not only timeless but could so easily be worn for day time too.










This next top is described as green but to my eyes it definitely looks a lovely soft grey.  How stunning would this look teamed with white jeans?






Although my personal favourites from Mint Velvet have to be these Victoriana tops, in fact I love them so much that I could be very tempted to get both the off white & the black :-0










Similar in style but cheaper in price is this cutout embroidered frill top from Topshop.  I love this styled with the flares.






Or if you prefer something a little more colourful then this blush coloured blouse is stunning.  A lovely shade for teaming with soft denim, grey & black.  Let alone teaming with a leather skirt.






Back to natural shades with this one from River Island next.






Or how about this one from Mango?







Or how about this short sleeved blush top.  Naturally I'd recommend wearing a cami underneath, which I would try & colour match as much as possible - I know Zara did some simple spaghetti strapped tops in a similar colour a few years ago & they generally have camis in lots of different colours.






Sticking with shorter sleeves for the coming warmer months then I love the look of this bat winged one from New Look.  This would be perfect for also dressing down with denim cut offs & a panama.






A bit plainer with this next blouse from ASOS but I just love the high frill neckline & cuffs.  Just something that little bit different, which could so equally look stunning under a blazer.






Or for a more casual take on lace what about this top from Esprit?  I think this would look perfect with boyfriend jeans & trainers for a daytime look.






And finally I just love this off the shoulder top from ASOS just perfect for summer time & slamming up.






As always there's far too many beauties out there to choose from but I definitely feel my wardrobe is calling out for an addition or two ;-)

Finishing with my outfit for today - keeping it simple with boyfriend jeans, a breton & trainers.




Jacket - Banana Republic
Top - Zara
Jeans - Zara
Trainers - Mango


Blazer, Breton & Trainers


Jacket - Jigsaw £179
Breton - Boden £25
Jeans - Mango £44.99
Trainers - Mango £44.99


So what do you think are you a lover of statement tops that can transform a pair of every day jeans for that night out on the tiles?  Or do you prefer something a little more colourful & daring?  I'd love to hear your thoughts, not to mention what kind of top is your 'go to' look for a night out.

Have a great Sunday & to all you fellow mothers, enjoy your Mother's Day with all your loved ones.  - I hope you had breakfast or at least a cup of tea in bed.  Why can't every day start like this?!

Right I'm off to enjoy the day & get ready for a little adventure tomorrow.......more details on the blog in the morning....eek!!

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  1. Love, love the Mint Velvet tops....gorgeous!! Really liking the look of the New Look one too! Hope you are having a lovely Mothers Day :) x

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    1. There's some stunning ones around aren't there Sian.
      Yes I've had a truly lovely day & now can't move for the sheer amount of chocolates & bubbles consumed ;-0 Hope you've had a special day too.
      Jane xx

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  2. Love this kind of look on you Jane.....isn't it lovely to be able to get the jackets out again?! Can't wait to hear more about your adventure! Happy Mother's day! xx

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    1. Aww thanks my lovely & yes this is definitely my favourite time of year - bring on the jackets :-)
      Hope you've had a fab day.
      Jane xx

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  3. This type of blouse is right up my street, the one from Next is stunning! Hope you have had a lovely Mother's Day Jane. Xx

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    1. The trouble is Annmarie I want them all & yes the Next ones are beauties aren't they, along with the Mint Velvet ones, not to mention the Topshop ones & that's before I get started all the others lol!
      Hope you've had a wonderful Mothers Day.
      Jane xx

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  4. These are all lovely and I am definitely adding more white to my wardrobe this spring. That said, you look good in everything! A few of these would make me look pregnant, I fear.

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    1. Aww you're too kind Lorraine. I used to avoid looser fitting tops for fear of looking pregnant but having embraced them now love them plus of course you can eat to your hearts content ;-) Bet you'd look gorgeous in all of these.
      Jane xx

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  5. Ooohhh, I love the Mint Velvet ones, Jane, so pretty! I have the River Islamd one - it's so lovely. Lynne xx

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    1. There's some stunning ones out there aren't there Lynne. I think I'm torn between the Next & Mint Velvet ones which are both stunning for different reasons.
      Jane xx

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  6. I have a serious hole in my wardrobe for a top like this! The Next top is just gorgeous isn't it?! x

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    1. It's a beauty isn't it Andrea, are you going to investigate further?!!
      Jane xx

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