Veterinarian, Blogger & Mother. Cecylia shares her musings on life and style in the same breath. She passionately believes that "every day is worth dressing up for."
Happy Boxing Day everyone! How did you celebrate Christmas? On Christmas Eve, I surprised hubby with a visit to a nursing home where we carolled to the elderly residents with attempted harmonies. It was so much fun- for us and for them! We met a stylish centenarian who looked decades younger, she revealed that her secret to longevity is to talk to everyone she meets- ‘every Tom Dick and Harry.’ Sounds like a great New Year Resolution! Our parents and a friend joined us for dinner afterwards. I roasted a turkey for the first time! Must say, having friends and family over for dinner is a great way to force myself to cook. Gotta do it more often!
Lately I’ve been obsessed with shirt dresses, functional and easy chic, they are perfect for everyday dressing. I found the khaki dress recently (was actually purchased in Switzerland 3 years ago) in the black hole of my closet and am uber excited to debut it for you with this amazing leather hat by KONSTRUKT. For all the Hermés-admirers out there, I’m sure you’ll empathise with me as to why I fell hard for this hat. Butter soft hide, creamy pastel, it was love at first sight. I actually ordered it 4 months ago and was hoping to wear it to the races…but just as well, it arrived in time for summer, now I doubt I’ll leave home without it.
Outfit: Konstrukt hat, Specsavers prescription sunnies, Orwell dress, Alex Monroe ring, vintage belt, bag and bracelets, Melissa shoes
Ooh and I finally got prescription sunglasses, so I can now drive without squinting. I’m really intrigued to know what you all received for Christmas! Tell tell! I’ll start first since you twisted my arm, I bought another Roksanda Ilincic dress, can’t wait for it to arrive :)
Did you love your Christmas pressies? If not, I have just launched my online outlet over the weekend which include designer garments from the Cecylia boutique as well as vintage gems from my wardrobe which I have collected for years but have hardly ever (some never) worn. Something special for yourself for 2012 perhaps? xx
Lovely dress. Beautiful add-ons. As usual, I am delighted with your clothes.
Thank you Anna! As usual, I’m delighted by your comments.
amazing dress! :) love it!
xx
I always look forward to your next outfit Cecylia and you never fail to disappoint! The hat is amazing on you, and LOVE the dress.
x
Michelle
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thank you so much Michelle!!!
wow, lovely dress and heels! love the outfit :)
xxx
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I will definitely start speaking to everyone…maybe there is hope that I will look fabulously amazing for years and years to come.
Glad you had a special holiday.
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Za
Lovely outfit!
love the necklace :)
Hello from Indonesia,
Titaz
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thank you! it’s ivory :D
i love your dress! the color is wonderful! thanks for stopping by my blog!
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Thank you! It’s a very functional and versatile colour isn’t it?
I’m totally addicted to shirt dresses. If would hate to see what would happen to my closet if I found more. I’m particularly attracted to the ones that have a 50’s vibe to them. I think it has something to do with my Grandmother. She was always so gorgeous in all the photos in them and she was the nicest woman in the world. Your dress is fabulous as are all the pieces in your online outlet store. Hope you have great success with it! xoxo
Thank you so much Rachel, let me know if there’s anything you like :)
I’m thinking of buying those exact same melissa shoes when I get back to melbourne, they look gorgeous on you!
thanks for stopping by my blog and commenting :)
I’m following your lovely blog, hope you follow mine too! xxx
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thank you so much! The Melissas come in different colours too :)
Those are some really cute shoes! I love the color. So soft.