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Red Cropped Trousers, Pearls and The Cutest Ballerinas

  • 10 May 2016
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The weather has been glorious these last few days and my children and I have dined al-fresco. We eat together every day, but our little bistro table gives rise to an increased physical closeness and the holiday mood has given them a relaxed openness and we sat and chatted for far longer than we do usually after eating. I always say that little things make a big difference. The break from the routine by eating outside, walking barefoot on the grass, relinquishing the layers as well as the winter duvet, feel liberating and my bones and my heart feel all the warmer for it.

Red and navy is a classic summer combination and is one of my favourites. This particular outfit made me think of sitting in a cafe in the French Riviera and I’d like to think that my pearl jewellery and the gorgeous ballerinas give an insouciant nod to Mme Chanel.

Red cropped trousers, Danon freshwater pearl jewellery and Taylor Blake ballerinas

Red cropped trousers, Danon freshwater pearl jewellery and Taylor Blake ballerinas

Red cropped trousers, Danon freshwater pearl jewellery and Taylor Blake ballerinas

I try to support small, new and local businesses whenever I can and my top is from a small shop in Skipton called Munchkins which I wrote about last year when I wore this same navy top with skinny jeans and statement shoes.
As a woman with a very small business myself, I think it’s wonderful just how much difference other women make by sharing and supporting each others’ ventures.

Red cropped trousers, Danon freshwater pearl jewellery and Taylor Blake ballerinas

This freshwater pearl and heart jewellery is by Danon and is from my own online boutique Lizzy O. It is so beautifully made and very comfortable to wear and because every piece is hand-crafted (in Israel), every piece is unique. I’ve only recently bought these for myself and I know I will wear both the necklace and bracelet over and over. There is an option of a silver heart too.

Red cropped trousers, Danon freshwater pearl jewellery and Taylor Blake ballerinas

Red cropped trousers, Danon freshwater pearl jewellery and Taylor Blake ballerinas

I love wearing heels, but sometimes, a pair of flats is unquestionably the right choice. The school run, travelling and sight-seeing are all more easily executed when not tottering. These all-leather ballet flats have a touch of French chic and are made by a family-run factory in Spain. They’re from small British brand Taylor Blake, a business run by working mothers Tracey Taylor and Emily Blake. They’re incredibly comfortable and so beautifully made and I couldn’t resist the textured gold detailing on this design, the “Copperhead.” Without doubt, they’ll become a wardrobe staple and looking at the array of colours, they may not be the only pair. The leather is soft and supple and the detailing is divine. It’s worth mentioning that the shoes will “give” a little. Mine felt ever so slightly small when I first tried them but they were perfect after wearing them for a few hours. So, if you’re in between sizes, I’d advise sizing down. 

Do take a look. As I said earlier we small businesses really do appreciate your support. 

Taylor Blake ballerina shoes"Copperhead" by Taylor Blake



Love Liz x


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Outfit details:
Navy double layer top with bow detail, Munchkins, Skipton
T-bar brass/gold heart and freshwater pearl necklace (also available in silver), by Danon at Lizzy O £79
T-bar brass/gold heart and freshwater pearl bracelet, (also available in silver) by Danon at Lizzy O, £49
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*Red cropped trousers, Gok Wan for Tu at Sainsburys, currently half price at £14
*Navy ballerina shoe with gold detail, “Copperhead” by Taylor Blake £80

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Disclosure: My shoes were a gift from Taylor Blake. My trousers were a gift from Tu at Sainsburys. All opinions are 100% honest and all content is my own. I was not obliged to blog about these items nor did I receive any payment for writing this post. Thank you very much for supporting the brands that support What Lizzy Loves. 

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10 comments
  1. Jacquard Flower says:
    10 May 2016 at 5:18 pm

    What a wonderful outfit! Love the detailing on the top and the trousers and ballerinas are so stylish! Gemma x
    http://www.jacquardflower.uk

    Reply
    1. Elizabeth Yeowart says:
      11 May 2016 at 3:25 pm

      Ah, thank you so much Gemma. It's a little bit different and I felt most holiday-like in it! xxx

      Reply
  2. Bee Jaques says:
    11 May 2016 at 6:45 am

    I love this outfit! I have some red cropped trousers so I will have to recreate this look myself once the rain goes away!xxx

    Reply
    1. Elizabeth Yeowart says:
      11 May 2016 at 3:26 pm

      Yes Bee, the rain is back here too. Oh well, at least I feel I made the most of the few sunny days! Thank you for commenting (as always) xxxxx

      Reply
  3. Honest mum says:
    11 May 2016 at 11:08 pm

    Love those red Gok Wan cropped cigarette pants, so chic and an amazing price point too! You look so effortlessly chic-this is a Parisian look in Yorkshire I'd say x

    Reply
  4. Mess and Merlot says:
    12 May 2016 at 10:18 am

    Beautiful – I'm short (with short legs – yay!) so cropped trousers with flats look awful on me but I love the navy top! #Brilliantblogpost

    Reply
  5. The Sequinist says:
    12 May 2016 at 9:09 pm

    I love this look on you, and I am LOVING your sassy swingy new haircut! It really suits this outfit. Gorgeous, Liz xxx

    Reply
  6. Elegance and Mommyhood says:
    13 May 2016 at 2:31 pm

    Those ballerinas look fantastic Lizzie. The jewelry once again is real pretty and you cannot go wrong with a pair of red pants! I am all about supporting local businesses, too.

    I would love for you to join this week's linkup, pretty lady. Your style is too good not to be shared so welcome by. Thanks and have a great weekend! Ada. =)

    http://eleganceandmommyhood.blogspot.com/2016/05/thursday-moda-11-and-sneakers-plus.html

    Reply
  7. Ruth Maldonado says:
    13 May 2016 at 6:09 pm

    You rock those red pants! I love it! And the jewelry is so unique!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

    Reply
  8. Silly Mummy says:
    18 May 2016 at 8:11 pm

    That's a really cute outfit! I like red trousers – they're stylish and striking! #brilliantblogposts

    Reply

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