“Fashion has two purposes: comfort and love. Beauty comes when fashion succeeds.” Coco Chanel
Reflecting on the last few months, I’m becoming more and more convinced that disconnecting has been good for my mental health and wellbeing. I’m sure many of you feel the same and that you have also achieved a lot while self-isolating, sometimes even without realising it.
I haven’t had the most balanced life in recent years since I’m always so focused on my office job, building my business and working on the blog. I often put myself on the back burner without even realising it. I’m sure many of you can relate to this.
The last few months have really helped me to achieve a lot of the objectives that I always wanted to complete but somehow never had time. I have progressed (i) quite a few house projects, (ii) completed 2 months of Insanity Max workouts and achieved a dreamy six pack, (iii) learnt how to make all my favourite cocktails without the need to go out, (iv) mastered Zumba moves, (v) grown my online boutique Elegant Duchess and opened the Outlet with 25% off , (vi) learnt and introduced more healthy home cooked meals to my diet, and these are just a few.
Some of these are small wins but all these matter!
With summer kicking off and the world slowly adjusting to the new normal, now it’s-a good time to take a moment to pause, reflect and finally celebrate our accomplishments over the last few incredibly tough months.
I feel like I deserve to celebrate my achievements and put my best foot forward which invariably means I need to dress the part! After all, we have not had too many chances in the last few months to get completely dolled up.
Whether your plans consist of a small gathering with close friends or a garden party, it is time to get glam! Here are some of my favourite outfits fit enough to pop bubbly and enjoy the summer sun.
VIBRANT PLAYSUITS
Playsuits make dressing so effortless and have long been a summer style staple, just have a cheeky look here and here.
This shorter version of a jumpsuit requires little effort to match and restyle, making it perfect for just about any occasion. They’re a real-time saver, easy to throw on and you don’t have to think much about pairing separates together.
The typical 2020 summer garden party interpretation? It’s all about standout hues and prints.
CURVE HUGGING PASTELS
The celebration should ultimately be about you looking and feeling your best and a curve accentuating dress looks killer on anyone with the confidence to rock it.
As much as pastels look gorgeous, wearing them can be challenging and confusing. Probably one of the most common questions is, do pastels look good on ‘my’ skin tone? Learn all you need to know and how to match your skin colour/undertone with pastel hues HERE.
COMFORTABLE CASUAL
For the family party, I love the idea of a simple jumpsuit, a head to toe statement trend that creates an effortless striking iconic silhouette beyond a simple dress.
Luckily, there are not too many strangers you need to impress however, it’s always a smart idea to look collected for your grandma or maybe an auntie who likes to comment on your attire. Plus there is always someone taking a ton of photos!
Jumpsuits can be just as elegant and polished and they come in many forms and styles, plus they offer an out-of-the-box wow factor that will earn you some serious style points.
Learn more about jumpsuits and how to wear them HERE and HERE.
What are your achievements that you would like to celebrate? Share with me in the comments below.
All of these are gorgeous looks!!
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Thank you! xx
You are so garden party chic in these looks! Loving that bright blue!
-Ashley
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Thank you Ashley xx
I love the bright blue look! It’s such a great color for summer!
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Thank you! xx
You look gorgeous as always ❤
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thanks Kinga xx
Such lovely outfits! love the blue one.
Gemma x
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Thanks Gemma xx
Oooh! I love these outfits for garden celebrations. I just got into rompers in the past year and they look great!! Just hard to deal with when you have to use the restroom. The curve hugging pastel dress looks amazing too! Thanks for sharing all of these gorgeous pieces!
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Thank you Nancy. I have he same problem with rompers! haha
Congrats on opening your own shop beautiful!
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Thank you Ivana xx
Beautiful playsuits. I especially like the blue one. The floral print one is also stunning. You look gorgeous in these playsuits!
I can relate with what you said. Sometimes we need to disconnect and recharge our batteries.
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thank you Ivana xx
So beautiful! Pastels look lovely on you. I would love to try and get into wearing them more.
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Thank you Radi xx
You’re gorgeous. All these pics are lovely. https://kaynuli.com/albanian-music/
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Thank you Tonia xx
You are so stunning!
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I love the floral one the most! It looks so Summer!
The Wallet Heaven
Such a great lineup of styles and perfect for the occasion
XX Angelica
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Thank you Angelica xx
Your outfit are fabulous and so chic !
I love the color of this blue romper.
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Margot
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Thank you Margot xx
These are all cute looks!
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Thank you Rach xx
OMG you look great in each of these outfits, I love the blue playsuit!
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Thanks beautiful xx
Lovely summer outfits on you! It’s great you are having so much fun and having a productive summer!
Hope that your week is going well 🙂 It’s a cold and wet winter week here!
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Thank you, definitely. First year in 20 years of my career when I finally have some time for myself and my family. xx
STUNNING! Every single outfit looks amazing on you!!!
have a great day,
Tiziana
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thank you xx
I bet these color never be old fashioned!
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The blue romper is my favorite! Such a stunning color on you. Fabulous fashion find!! xo
Shauna
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Thank you Shauna xx
Love every single look! That blue romper is incredible on you.
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Thank you Kathrine xx
Beautiful.
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Congratulations for your achievements and wow, so cool you have a sixpack! And I agree for me the quarantaine is pretty the same. You look fantastic!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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thanks Rena. It has been super productive few months xx
Love these outfits, you look wonderful in all of them!
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Thank you beautiful xx
I love everything about these lovely outfits. Good post!
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thank you beautiful xx
Very gorgeous outfits for a backyard party! Blue is one of my favourite hues, I’m loving your romper.
xx Simone
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Thank you Simone xx
I’m so happy to read hat you found the positive side of the lockdown and focused on your wellbeing and goals!
You definitely deserve to celebrate with your best dress and some bubbles!
xoxo and stay safe
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Thank you beautiful xx
Very amazing ideas and you are so gorgeous!
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thank you! xx
I absolutely love that bright blue playsuit, it looks so cute on you and is such a fun pop of colour xo
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thank you beautiful xx
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thank you xx
Your style ideas are amazing. I like how every outfit is elegant and femine. Thank you for inspiration.
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ah thank you! xx
Your outfits are gorgeous!
xoxo
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You always look so pretty <3
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Thanks Kinga xx
I love that blue romper!
Jennifer
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thank you Jennifer xx
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thanks Jennifer xx