Hi Everyone. I don’t know what it is, but I always feel more upbeat when I’m wearing silk. I’m sitting here wondering what the difference is and if you feel the same? How it feels on your skin? The lightness of it?
The Boyfriend Style Silk Shirt
Lilysilk has special offers on their clothing range and I was asked to choose an item to share with you. I decided on this Kale Green Box Pleat Shirt. I have sized up here, this is a size 12 I’m wearing and if you remember the last silk shirt in a different style that I shared with you is more fitted and a size 10 here
What do you think of the colour? It’s also available in black too, but I had casual styling in mind for this shirt and knew it would look great with jeans. I don’t often wear black as you know, but I’m tempted to try silk in black for an evening look. I like the large pockets for detail and as I said it feels like a dream on. A whiff of wind makes the silk billow and I just love the lightness of it. Maybe because it’s so light I get a feeling of being super slim!
It’s machine washable. I can vouch for that!
A lot of you asked on the last post that I shared about the cream silk shirt is “Is it washable?” I can tell you that I have washed that shirt many times on a 30-degree wash in my washing machine with Daz. (good ole Daz!) And I have not had any problems at all. No shrinking, easy to iron and no fading, but do keep in mind the shirt is cream. I’m going to try this in the machine the same way and hope it doesn’t fade, otherwise, it will be a hand wash job. If I was wearing the black it would definitely be hand wash!
I’ve teamed the jeans and shirt with Tan and Brown accessories. I haven’t stopped using this bag from Laura Ashley I absolutely love it and it’s such a perfect size. The Wooden watch and tan belt all seem to tie in nicely together.
So. Do you like to wear silk? How does it make you feel? Any different? or does it give you that upbeat feeling? Would you wear it during the day, or would you reserve it for special occasion dressing?
Lily silk has given me a code for 16% off at the checkout – vanityandmestyle
there is also $5 off the silk shirt using the code vanity5off
Kale Green Mulberry Silk Box Pleated Silk Shirt Co/Lilysilk
Saddlebag – Co/ Laura Ashley (on offer) here
Wooden Watch – Co/Jord
Bootcut Jeans – similar here
Xo Laurie
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I can’t remember the last time I wore silk! Perhaps on my wedding day?! #bloggersbest
I’m liking that fit Laurie, it hangs very well and suits you perfectly. Thank you for sharing your style tips with the #dreamteam x
Lovely casual chic outfit. A silk blouse and jeans always looks great, and the accessories finish it off perfectly. Thanks for linking up!
Emma xxx
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Looking great Laurie – thanks for sharing with #PoCoLo x
I like everything in that outfit! Your style is really nice:) #DreamTeam
Very stylish Laurie. Machine washable silk! That’s fabulous let alone discount. I actually noticed that there’s a sale at the site too.
I think the only time I’ve worn silk was on my wedding day, I’d love to give it a try! I think that green looks great with your auburn hair Laurie #sharethejoylinky
I am very partial to a shirt! So easily overlooked nowadays but although I hate this phrase it is a good “smart casual” option! Love this colour on your Laurie and if it can be machine washed then that is an extra bonus in my book. Thanks for sharing. #TweensTeensBeyond
Love this Laurie!! I always feel that a silk shirt can be the most versatile!!
XOOX
Jodie
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I love a good casual shirt you can just pop on with jeans for a nice chilled out day
Thanks for linking up to #AnythingGoes 🙂
Debbie
I don’t think I have any silk shirts but that one looks great with jeans. I’ll have to investigate! #TweensTeensBeyond
That color green looks so pretty on you. Love the look. Thanks for sharing at the Fantastic 50’s blog hop but are you sure you’re 50? 😉
This is such a perfect everyday outfit!
Wow I’m more amazed at your long legs! Love the overall look of this outfit. I’m a jeans and top girl so I love this and looks perfect for the season. Thanks for sharing with #bloggersbest x
Hi Laurie! What a shirt! It’s the sort of style I wear a lot of although I wear more denim/cotton variations but the silk is beautiful! You can wear that dressed up or casual and the green is gorgeous!! I haven’t got much silk in my wardrobe to tell the truth but I would like to add some now I’ve seen that shirt! Looking lovely as per usual 🙂 See you soon! Lisa xx #TweensTeensBeyond
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I love utility shirts in general. Even better if they are silk. The cargo pockets in yours are awesome. Love oversized shirts like this and that color between an olive and hunter green is amazing. I love wearing silk, especially washable.
Welcome by Thursdays every week and linkup with me. Love your style. Thanks, Ada. =)
Lovely colour and what a relief that it’s machine wash!
What a gorgeous shirt. This is just my style, paired with jeans it would be my go-to outfit!
Thanks for linking to #pocolo
Silk does feel good on the skin. I love this green color and you look amazing in it!
Looking beautiful as ever. Loving the shirt. Green is so your colour. X #bloggersbest
I absolutely loved the green silk shirt, the color is so perfect for the fall! #AnythingGoes
I really love that top! The colour suits you beautifully!
Laurie, I love this color green and it looks stunning on you! I really like the flared denim, too. You look marvelous, my friend. Thanks so much for linking up with me!
Shelbee
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Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style. This is so funny. We have the same tatse. I got that blouse in black. Love the kale green one too.
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Thank you Nicole. And aren’t they a dream to wear xx
Silk is always a dream to wear. This is stunning on you. Button down shirts are always versatile, aren’t they. Love, Mimi xxx
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Thank you Mimi, and yes your right so versatile xx
Absolutely agree with you about silk, it always makes me feel special and I remember fondly all the silk items I’ve had in the past! Your silk shirt looks lovely, very expensive looking!
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Thank you Gail. This is the second one I’ve had from the brand and the quality is amazing xx
Laurie, this is like my dream outfit! I adore green so that silk shirt is just divine – and the fact it’s silk makes it even better! I do love shirts that are soft like that, they hang so much better than stiff cotton fabrics.
Suzy xx
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Thank you Suzy. I think you’ve said it all here! I want one in every colour! xx
Silk is such a luxureus fabric, it feels fantastic on your skin. The blouse has a fabulous color!
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Thank you Nancy xx
Very pretty top, Laurie. I love the casual look. You look fabulous! – Amy
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Thank you Amy xx
Such a lovely shirt Laurie, love how you have styled it 🙂
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Thank you Claire xx
That is such a classic, chic but at the same time casual look! Love the colour of the shirt, green’s an absolute favourite with me! You’re looking great in that outfit, Laurie, it gets my full approval! xxx
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Thank you Ann! I knew you would like the colour xx
Such a nice look! Green looks lovely on you.
Gemma x
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Thank you Gemma xx
Hi Laurie,
This shirt is gorgeous. I love this emerald color on you!
Have a wonderful week.
XO
Miri
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Thank you Miri. I love the colour! xx
I don’t often use “divine” but I will here! I love what you’ve done with this super shirt and oh how that colour works for you, dear Laurie.
I used to wear silk shirts for work, BITD when I could afford dry cleaning (I don’t iron!). They do make a gal feel that bit more pampered. Maybe I’ll dust off the iron and give mine a go!
Hugs, x.
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Well worth getting the iron out for Mary! xx