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Sunday, 28 January 2018

Lilac Coat and Purple Blouse

Image showing a woman with blonde hair over 45 wearing a long wool coat in lilac

I wrote recently about the "colour of the year," ultra violet, and it has inspired me to look for two of my favourite shades, lilac and purple. Ultra violet itself is close to cobalt blue, a colour which does little for me. But it's easy enough to find shades that suit you, for any colour. And ice-cream colours of all hues are big news for spring.
If you're a lilac lover, it's not always an easy colour to find, except in bridesmaid's and prom dresses, and occasionally sportswear. So I jumped on this lilac coat from Marks and Spencer when I saw it, even though I don't really need another coat.

This one is a size 12 and I would advise sizing down, unless you like the big cocoon look. I prefer my coats a little more tailored. It feels very soft and luxurious, as if it has cashmere, but in fact it's 52% wool and 48% polyester.

Image showing a woman over 45 wearing a long wool coat in lilac with purple draped shoulder blouse and silver shoes

Image showing the back of a woman in long wool lilac coat and silver cone heeled shoes.

I'm wearing the coat with a purple blouse, also from Marks and Spencer;  it has a drape shoulder detail which I was mistakenly wearing at the front. It's a detail I could have done without, as I would have preferred to wear a scarf or necklace  (it's not a very flattering neckline on an over-45s woman) but with the shoulder detail, it would have looked over-the-top.  I also wore my silver pleather pencil skirt and silver shoes, last seen here. Lilac goes especially well with grey and silver.

Image showing an over 40s woman in ice cream colours for spring 2018: lilac and purple.

My tights are silver lurex, which is a bit of fun. Below: look no hands! I had draped the coat over my shoulder but it looks as if I'm wearing it and my hands have disappeared.

Image showing a garden shot of an over 45 woman in lilac wool coat, silver pleather pencil skirt and purple draped shell top.

My hunger for purple is assuaged; I found a couple of pieces in Marks and Spencer yesterday and I'm still looking for boots and a bag  (let me know if you see something!).

Sharing this post with: Visible Monday at Not Dead Yet Style, Catherine at Not Dressed As Lamb;  Fake It Until You Make It at Fake Fabulous, Creative Mondays at Claire Justine, Spread the Kindness at Shelbee on the Edge, Emma at Stylesplash, Jess at Elegantly Dressed and Stylish, Fabulous Friday at A Pocketful of Polka Dots,Fancy Friday at Nancy's Fashion Style and Top of the World Style at High Latitude Style

OUTFIT DETAILS

Coat, Marks and Spencer;  blouse, Marks and Spencer;  skirt, Next;  shoes, Asos;  tights, Gipsy.

Join me on Thursday for the latest installment in the Birthstone of the Month series: the amethyst. It goes well with these colours!

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15 comments

  1. Penny28 January 2018 at 20:50

    Hi Gail, I think that colour is great and suits you very well. The coat is so stylish but agree it's quite capacious! I have to be careful myself as even though I'm reasonably tall some coats look like dressing gowns on me! You have such a good eye for shoes - these silver shoes are just lovely.

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    1. Gail Is This Mutton?29 January 2018 at 20:00

      I might change it for a smaller size though I think it's supposed to be roomy. The silver shoes are lovely but sadly not "day shoes" - they're for special occasions with no walking!

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  2. Vanity And Me28 January 2018 at 22:01

    This looks so soft and luxurious Gail. I love the colour on you and it works so well with the silver.

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  3. thepoutingpensioner28 January 2018 at 23:07

    It's a gorgeous colour Gail, perhaps the lighter lilac of the coat is more you, so pretty on you. I noted the silver shoes! Love the tights. You look stunning.
    But I guess this pretty coat didn't join you on your woolly meet up, sorry, mutton up in London! Hugs, x.

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  4. Anna Mutton years29 January 2018 at 12:42

    It's a beautiful coat. M&S do do well with their styles don't they. You are so right. That silver skirt and shoes do go well with the lilac.

    http://www.muttonstyle.com

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    1. Gail Is This Mutton?29 January 2018 at 19:58

      Thanks Anna. I think (hope!) the coat will be timeless and last for years. It's not the sort of coat you wear very often but nice to have!

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  5. Jodie's Touch of Style29 January 2018 at 20:58

    I don't always mind having a coat or two that are bigger sized!! Then I can layer galore under them!!
    This color is so pretty on you, Gail!!
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  6. mummabstylish29 January 2018 at 22:30

    Great coat Gail, and I love how you've matched it with silver. I've featured violet on the blog today, although just a smidgen in a tunic blouse, but still a pretty colour none-the-less. x Hope you're well Gail. x Jacqui
    www.mummabstylish.com

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  7. Clairejustine30 January 2018 at 13:34

    This is such a beautiful colour Gail, it looks great on you. Love your coat :)

    Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays, hope to see you on Wednesday for our next blog hop :)

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  8. Jessica Jannenga31 January 2018 at 15:35

    Wow I love the color so much! It looks wonderful on you and the silver shoes are the perfect match! I just bought a coat, which i didn't need, but the sale was too good :-)
    thanks for linking!
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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  9. Leslie Roberts Clingan1 February 2018 at 03:21

    I am looking for and finding more purple everywhere. Contemplating getting a pair of Poetic Licence booties with ultraviolet trim just so I can try the color out. My PC loves purple and would love your outfit. The purple and silver work beautifully paired together.

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  10. thepoutingpensioner2 February 2018 at 19:38

    Oops my comment of a few days ago has ethered itself, so I'll keep this one short. Looking lovely in lilac, Gail, and the colour does suit you. Hugs, x.

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  11. stylesplash@live.co.uk6 February 2018 at 11:14

    Beautiful coat Gail! Quite an unusual colour too - I'm surprised we're not seeing more purple and lilac filter through to the high street yet. Combining it with the metallic skirt and shoes looks lovely. Thanks for linking up!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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  12. helenaire9 February 2018 at 16:02

    Wow!! I love the color of this coat! It pairs so well with you- eyes, complexion, everything! It reminds me of a summer garden in winter- what a perfect joy to wear during the colder months. I just found your blog with this post and I'm so glad I did. :)

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