We decided to take a trip to London for a couple of days. Mainly to see family and I thought I’d take some photos of this pretty embroidered top while I was there.
I’m lucky to have somewhere to stay when I visit. I do miss London but I have no regrets about moving away. I have the best of both worlds being able to shoot up there whenever I want to and I’m grateful for that. Hotels are so expensive!
This pretty embroidered top is from Together, a brand that you can find on the Kaleidoscope website. I thought it would be perfect to wear while in London. Comfortable and perfect for the weather. Neither hot nor cold but boy hasn’t it been windy? I was surprised all my garden pots survived!
First, I will explain that I forgot the battery to my camera. I’m hoping these photos taken on my phone do this pretty embroidered top justice. When I arrived home there the battery was, sitting in its charger.
I like the pretty embroidery on the top, the light puff to the sleeve. A top that can be dressed up or worn casual.
This top is going to work with jeans, white or blue, I have already worn it with my navy trousers from last weeks post. Light blue will work well too and I think this would look great with a long tiered gipsy skirt for a complete boho look as well.
This is an easy casual look, great for the weekend or off duty style. You may remember the trench coat that I featured here a while back? It’s less than half price on sale at the moment and that is worth every penny for that coat! And if you love an embroidered top and boho style this one has just gone into my shopping bag! There are some great bargains on the website.
I enjoyed time out taking these photos at one of my favourite spots right on top of Kew Bridge. The London roads are back to normal but I found the streets are still pretty quiet. This is right on top of the Thames and it was lovely to have a walk along there
I paired the embroidered top with a simple basket bag and my comfortable flats from Van-Dal shoes. I do love summer for bringing out the basket bags. You can carry so much in them, perfect for a day out.
The jeans I’ve cut down and they will fray away all by themself. I also like that the elastic on the cuff is soft so that you can ruche the sleeve up to a short sleeve. I often do that with my sleeves if I get a bit warm.
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London is great but yes hotels are so pricey. Loving the location of these photos for such an elegant outfit. The blouse, your jewelry and the silver loafers are all so pretty and elegant, Laurie. =)
I would love for you to stop by and join my Thursday Moda linkup, today! Thanks and enjoy the weekend!!
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Laurie!! So happy your post was selected by Links a la Mode!! Have a great week my friend xx
Hi Laurie
I love this look! Your jeans look great and I am a fan of the button fly. The top has such pretty embroidery and I cant get enough of the straw bags !
thanks for linking!
jess xx
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Thanks, Jess. It’s such an easy look. I’m a huge fan of straw bags too xx
Sucha lovely top, Laurie. Great look. Great to see you’re getting out a bit now. It wasn’t good just being at home all the time.
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Thanks Claire. I’m so glad to be able to get out more. I’m looking forward to spending more time with the kids xx
Love this gorgeous boho top, Laurie. It feels great to be able to venture out again, though it is very quiet everywhere. Everything is changing daily it’s hard to keep up!
Alison xx
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Yes. London is quite strange at the moment. I’ve just visited again though and I can see it’s getting busier xx
The pictures look great! I love the gorgeous embroidery and how perfect it is for summer!
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Hello Stranger! Good to see you back! And thank you xx
Such a pretty top, Laurie, I have similarly looking one except the embroidery is in red. It looks great with one or blue denim skirts too.
Luckily, the modern phones take pretty good pictures, no harm here, you look lovely
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Aw, thanks Anna. This top seems to wear well dressed up or down. I’ve worn it a lot xx
Ohh, I have done that… forgotten my camera’s battery! So frustrating, but thank goodness our phones take such good photos these days. I just love this light and airy top with the blue embroidery. I love whites and blues in the summer. That bracelet goes so lovely with it, too. Ahh, London is on my to see list!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
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Yes! Please come visit. Let me know if you ever make it over. Remember your batteries hehe xx
Love the top! I would pair it with classic jeans as I am not a fan of white ones.
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Hi Barbara. The top looks great with either. I’ve worn both ways too. Thanks for stopping by xx
Laurie, what a great shirt! I love the gauzy fabric and the beautiful embroidered details. The cobalt blue stands out brilliantly on the white background. The photos are lovely and definitely do the top justice! Thanks for sharing and linking up with me.
Shelbee
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Thanks so much Shelbee. One of the reasons I often take my photos at this location is for the light. xx
Love the look of the embroidered top with your jeans. Blue is always a favorite with me. And your shoes look just perfect with this outfit! Hope you enjoyed your trip to London.
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Hi Debbie. I did enjoy my time there. I’m lucky to have somewhere to stay whenever I want. Thank you for stopping by xx
A beautiful summer look, Laurie! Your top is beautiful! Your remark about missing London, but not regretting your move struck a chord with me. It’s how I feel about our move from Los Angeles. But we are just 5 hours away by car – if we ever get past the pandemic. Stay safe, my friend.
Michelle
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Oh, tell me about it, Michelle. I moved here purely to be closer to my family. I haven’t seen them for three months because of this dreadful virus. Having said that, I’m glad I wasn’t living in London during this time xx
What a fresh, pretty look, Laurie. I love both the sweet top and the white button-fly jeans. It’s great that things are seeming more normal – it’s still all a bit surreal though, isn’t it?
Thank you for sharing and enjoy your lovely summer days!!
Donna
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Thanks Donna. Yes, a little too surreal. I think we are all heading for another lockdown xx
The most perfect outfit for your trip to London. I’ve not managed to get up there for a while, but I’m happy staying local for the time being. Enjoy the weekend Laurie fingers crossed for better weather eh! Jacqui x
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Here’s to that better weather coming Jacqui! xx
I hope you had a good time in London. I can imagine that you miss it. It took me quite some years to not miss city life. Lovely top. Boho and elegance.
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Thanks, Nancy. I love it here where I live but London will always have a big draw. After living there for twelve years I feel I only scratched the surface of exploring the city xx
This is such a chic casual look! The embroidery detail on your top is gorgeous!
Jill – Doused in Pink
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Thanks Jill xx
Such a lovely look Laurie. Loving the boho look and those shoes look super comfy.
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Thanks Hilda. It’s one of those wear any day kind of tops. I love it xx
The blouse is beautiful! We are talking about going to visit my husband’s uncle who has a lakehouse. We need to get away for a while!
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So long as you’re careful its most probably one of the best things to do. Go for it Mireille xx