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Pretty In Pink with ‘Style Not Age’

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Monday, 27 September 2021 / Published in Home, News, Style & Beauty

Pretty In Pink with ‘Style Not Age’

Anna chose ‘Pretty in Pink’ as our Style Not Age theme this month and I struggled a little as I have very little pink in my wardrobe.

I do love this pink coat that I have had for years. Is it powder pink or blush pink, or insipid pink? The label is Bastyan and I bought it in Brown Thomas in Dublin years ago.

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Paired with Carl Scarpa boots and a bag from Irish retailer Carraig Donn, I changed the belt from a white and a black to a brown leather that is over 40 years old.

However, I feel a little insipid beside my friends in their bold, dramatic and strong pinks, all of which I love. My friends are no shrinking violets. Ok wrong colour. But pink is actually a combination of red and violet, in case you didn’t know.

Let’s start with Anna from Annasislandstyle.

Anna is cavorting on the beach in a lovely pink dress paired with floral Converse boots and a pink jelly bag. Do pop over to see more on Anna’s page.

Jacqui is wearing fabulous new wide leg trousers and animal print blouse from Marks and Spencer. And are those white boots I see peeping out? Love the entire look. Find out more at Mummabstylish.

Gail is in her element as a pinkaholic and must have had a difficult time choosing from her wardrobe.  Her skirt, top and short tie wrap are from Kettlewell Colours. Check her out at Isthismutton?

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And Emma from The Style Splash has opted for a hot pink shade – the jacket is from Asos and trousers are from Zara. But together they look like a suit. And as always, Emma’s accessories are at another level.

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My friends are PINKTASTIC and so pretty in pink.

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Hilda xxx

 

Tagged under: Anna's Island Style, annasislandstyle, fashion, fashion post, is this mutton, mummabstylish, style challenge, style not age, stylesplash, stylish sisters, thestylesplash

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14 Comments to “ Pretty In Pink with ‘Style Not Age’”

  1. Laurie says :Reply
    September 27, 2021 at 10:08 am

    The coat is gorgeous Hilda Everyone looks great but I love that coat!

  2. Nancy says :Reply
    September 27, 2021 at 12:00 pm

    THis is a exiting theme as you all look so sparkling in pink!

  3. Paula says :Reply
    September 27, 2021 at 5:28 pm

    Hi Hilda, Your pinkalicious friends are very bold and stylish! I do like your lighter pink coat pared with the red handbag. You all are very color adventurous ~ I live vicariously ☺️ Paula

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      September 28, 2021 at 8:22 am

      Thanks Paula. You are very sweet. xx

  4. Emma Peach says :Reply
    September 27, 2021 at 7:45 pm

    Such a beautiful coat Hilda! I have a couple of dresses from Bastyan, the quality is great. I love the contrasting browns and berry tone bag.

    Emma xxx
    http://www.style-splash.com

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      September 28, 2021 at 8:20 am

      Thanks Emma. Yes excellent quality. It is the only piece of Bastyan I have.

  5. ROBIN LAMONTE says :Reply
    September 27, 2021 at 10:10 pm

    I am a fan of wearing pink!
    I have been wearing a lot of softer shades of pink like your coat which works with my blonde hair.
    I love seeing all the beautiful ladies wearing their favorite shade of pink.
    Pink looks great on everyone!

    Hugs,
    Robin

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      September 28, 2021 at 8:25 am

      Hi Robin. Thank you. I think you are right we can all find shades of pink to suit us. I like the bright shades too.

  6. Lovely says :Reply
    September 28, 2021 at 7:54 am

    Beautiful inspirations! Love your coat! That’s a pretty pink on you.
    xoxo
    Lovely
    http://www.mynameislovely.com

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      September 28, 2021 at 8:19 am

      Thank you Lovely. XX

  7. Hilda says :Reply
    September 28, 2021 at 8:20 am

    Thanks Emma. Yes excellent quality. It is the only piece of Bastyan I have.

  8. Jacqui Berry says :Reply
    September 28, 2021 at 7:30 pm

    Wow what a fun and fab post and the challenge was super too. The coat is going to see you through the next few months and also years it’s stunning. Jacqui x

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      September 29, 2021 at 9:20 am

      Thanks Jacqui. I love it. xx

  9. Anna Parkes says :Reply
    October 18, 2021 at 9:48 am

    That coat will certainly come into its own now that summer seems to have drifted away Hilda. I like that you opted for brown rather than black as your contrast colour – lovey!

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