As you probably know, I have just come back from an amazing holiday in Nerja in Southern Spain. I went with my parents and my two teenage children and it was one of the best weeks away I have ever had. The weather was hot, the beach and sea were beautiful and I have completely lost my heart to this quaint, picturesque and relatively unspoiled Spanish town. I have quite a few outfits to share over the next few weeks so I shall include a few photographs of the resort in each of these blog posts.
We stayed half-board in a hotel in the heart of Nerja on El Balcon de Europa so it was a lovely opportunity to dress for dinner after spending the day in beach attire.
I first spotted this asymmetric dress at the Kaleidoscope AW press day back in May and I knew it would be perfect for my holiday, the vibrant coral lending itself to the blue sky and bright sunshine. The unusual shape appealed, with the dipped hemline and the asymmetric waist detail. It’s a crepe jersey so is lightweight and there was only minimal creasing when I unpacked it, which soon disappeared after a day or two on a hanger. (I’d like to point out that this is a true representation of the colour. On the Kaleidoscope website it looks lighter).
I bought this blue and beige raffia clutch at one of the numerous little shops in Nerja- it’s quite nice when a souvenir has a practical as well as an aesthetic purpose. To finish, I added my gold stars ring and earrings (both by Danon and available at my online boutique, Lizzy O), and a pair of tan strappy high-heeled sandals.
The church of El Salvador is, I think, the most beautiful church I have ever seen and was only a matter of metres away from where we stayed and I could see the belfry from my bedroom window. Its chiming clock and pealing bells were an auditory delight and it was equally pleasing on the inside with a chequer board marble floor and large ornate lanterns. Heavenly.
Outfit details:
*Jersey crepe asymmetric dress, Kaleidoscope, £59
Double star ring in matt gold (also available in silver) £25 by Danon at Lizzy O
Star earring jackets, £29.95, Danon at Lizzy O
Navy and beige raffia clutch, bought in Nerja
Tan strappy sandals, Nine West, past season
Photographs: Poppy Johnston
*Disclosure: These items were gifted as part of my role as the Kaleidoscope Blogger Expert. All opinions are 100% honest and all content is my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support What Lizzy Loves.
10 comments
I've lives seeing your pictures. I can't wait to visit Nerja again at the end of August. I went last year and bought the most gorgeous silver cuff bangle. I also must check out the tearoom in your other post. I am visiting Skipton on Saturday and look forward to having a mooch round the shops.
Ah thank you so much. Nerja is just wonderful isn't it? We have already booked to go back next year. I hope you had a lovely time in Skipton. The sun even shone for you! Have a super time in Nerja xxxxx
Coral is really soft and light full on pale skin : fab choice. And I am looking forward to see more pictures of Nerja.
Thank you so much. Yes, it's such a vibrant colour but so easy to wear. A happy colour! xxx
It's a gorgeous dress and the colour is perfect for the summer. That waist detailing is perfect too! You look beautiful as always!
Suzy xx
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Ah, thank you Suzy. It is a lovely colour for summer isn't it and the waist detail just adds to it. Thank you for always leaving such lovely comments xxx
I am just catching up on your Nerja posts, and you look wonderful in every one. What a gorgeous coral shade on you. Nerja holds special memories for my husband and I – he proposed there! We will no doubt return for a fourth time soon xx
Ah, thank you so much. And how wonderful that you have such happy memories of Nerja. It is a very romantic place and I can see why you have returned time and again. I have already booked to go back next year! xxx
Gorgeous dress, the colour really suits you. Nerja looks lovely 🙂
Emma xxx
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Thank you so much Emma. Yes, Nerja is a beautiful place. I completely fell in love xxx