Sun-day!

Primark cardigan // dress from Urban Outfitters // pink tights // Orla Kiely bag // Tarina Tarantino spider hairclip // Vivienne Westwood for Melissa shoes

Thank you for all your lovely get well wishes. My blocked sinuses finally gave way to a runny nose just in time for work yesterday - ick!

But today's another day and what a belter it was! I was up, bright as a button, before 9 this morning, just in time for Mr Sun to put his hat on. No great plans, but by a stroke of luck, I have been paid a day early (ya dancer!) so I decided to head on into town for a wee wander around. I've got to watch my pennies this month so I can afford to have my hair done, but a few spring accessories would help brighten up my wardrobe ;-)

Today's point of fashion was my Vivienne Westwood Melissa rocking horse shoes. An inspired, over the top surprise from Mr G at Christmas. I had no idea and was totally blown away! The weather has been so shit here that I've not had the chance to wear them yet - until today!

I decided to push the boat out with this outfit and left the house for the first time in about 20 years (I kid you not!) wearing NO BLACK...

Well, there's a smattering in the dress and I suppose the shoes could be termed black (I think that's what it says on the box) but they are most definitely grey.

I love this dress, but as soon as I stepped outside I remembered why I always wear it with black leggings...whhhooooooshh!!! The slightest breeze and it's round my ears. I think I almost caused a car crash when I was trying to withdraw cash - a flash of robust hot pink ass will catch the eye of even the most diligent drivers! Any normal person would have retreated home and got changed, but not me. I just kinda fought with it til I got on the bus and then decided my best plan of action in town would be to stay inside the shops - not a difficult task.

Had a great wee rummage in TK Maxx. Found a gorgeous Paul & Joe dress knocked down from £360 to £70. I squirmed and squeezed myself into it but if I even attempted to flex my arms my bingo-wings were gonna make a bid for freedom. Not pretty, not elegant. Looked at the Luella dresses that Florrie has been posting about, but they were still a bit out of my price range so didn't dare try them on. Walked out with a pair of Cynthia Rowley tights and a jolly nice scarf. Happy days!

How was your weekend?

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