Thursday 13 December 2012

Flirting 30s


 


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 





"At first she beckoned and lured one into her world; then she blurred the passageways, confused all the images, as if to elude detection."
 Anais Nin, A Spy In The House Of Love
 


 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
The Outfit

 
Grey Backless Dress: from Topshop, in the years I still shopped there
 
Blue Indian Quilted Jacket: vintage from the 70s, from my granny Penny
 
Silver & Black Lace Peep Toe High Heels: 6 years old, from New Look
 
Turquoise headband: vintage necklace, from my granny Penny
 
Turquoise necklace: a present from my friend Caroline
 
Assorted bracelets: presents from my mother and keepsakes from granny Penny
 
 

The Soundtrack


George Gershwin, Los Angeles Philarmonic directed by Leonard Bernstein: Rhapsody In Blue
 
 

I'm delighted to be a part of Visible Monday, hosted by the lovely Patti from www.notdeadyetstyle.blogspot.co.uk, click on the website link to see her outfit and those of many others.
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40 comments:

  1. Willow13 December 2012 at 03:31

    Beautiful dress, you look fantastic! Those colours are brilliant.

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    1. Flora Cruft13 December 2012 at 03:41

      Ah thanks so much Willow! My partner has always called this my 'naked' dress, but it wasn't until I saw these photos that I realised just how revealing it is, and that's with a slip on underneath!

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  2. Rachel13 December 2012 at 07:37

    You look lovely. Those bracelets are gorgeous, it all makes a beautiful outfit.

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  3. Rosalind13 December 2012 at 08:21

    It's a dress that does indeed fit like a second skin - I love the cut out back especially. In fact, I think that's my favourite evening dress shape, with wide-cut, high neck line and shoulder revealing at the back.

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    1. Flora Cruft13 December 2012 at 13:44

      I agree, there's something mysterious and glamorous about a backless dress, a particular 1930s sensuality.

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  4. Sue @ A Colourful Canvas13 December 2012 at 08:46

    Oooh, very lovely! I adore those bracelets.

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    1. Flora Cruft13 December 2012 at 13:49

      Thanks Sue! What I love about the bracelets is that each one reminds me of a different woman in my family.

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    2. Sue @ A Colourful Canvas13 December 2012 at 19:10

      Very special sentiment.

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  5. Vix13 December 2012 at 09:00

    That dress fits you beautifully. I wish I could find one of those Indian quilted jackets in my size, every one I come across is always too big & I do love them! x

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    1. Flora Cruft13 December 2012 at 14:00

      Indian clothing is amazing, the colours and textures particularly. Sounds like you're going on a trip to India soon Vix? How exciting!

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  6. Flora Cruft13 December 2012 at 14:01

    Thanks Estilo, yes that would be lovely. Just checked out your blog, it's very glam!

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  7. LollyWillowes14 December 2012 at 00:47

    Lovely! I like your room, too.

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  8. Monsterchen14 December 2012 at 02:37

    absolutely stunning, what a sexy back darling;) that gorgeous dress hugs your beautiful body so perfectly!!! really really beautiful! can´t stop admiring you!
    kiss,mary

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    1. Flora Cruft14 December 2012 at 15:36

      Gosh you're very kind Mary Lou what a compliment :)

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  9. hippyatheart14 December 2012 at 09:02

    really love that dress, what a sexy back, my dear!

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  10. citizen rosebud14 December 2012 at 12:46

    I love the sequin arm candy! Sweet!

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    1. Flora Cruft14 December 2012 at 15:38

      Sequins add so much glamour to an outfit, the little kid in me love the sparkles of them! Thanks Bella!

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  11. Unknown15 December 2012 at 01:16

    Nice dress :)


    Http://Fashioneiric.blogspot.fr

    Coline.

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  12. mispapelicos15 December 2012 at 05:18

    Not many people could wear that dress the way you do, ahhhhhhhhhhhh
    It enhances your perfect figure. You remind me of a preraphaelite lady.
    Have a lovely weekend, Emalina.
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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    1. Flora Cruft15 December 2012 at 08:58

      What a fabulous compliment, thank you my dear! I've always loved the Pre-Raphaelite style (infact I'm distantly related to William Morris and his Pre-Raphaelite model wife Jane on Kiki's side of the family....)

      Have a great weekend lovely Sacramento!

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  13. Lynn Hasty15 December 2012 at 15:07

    Emalina, what a gorgeous dress! And your hair is just exquistite with everything you put on! I love the waves! My hair is very, very straight! How fun it must be to have some many things passed to you from the ladies in your family!!

    xoxo
    Lynn

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  14. Kathleen15 December 2012 at 20:35

    Adore the jacket and the color scheme! I was doing the same necklace thing with my pearls and my lacy dress last night!

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    1. Flora Cruft16 December 2012 at 03:32

      Oooh I look forward to seeing the photos Kathleen, that sounds gorgeous!

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  15. Stone Cottage Adventures16 December 2012 at 14:50

    Gorgeous dress and I love the bracelets! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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  16. Sheila16 December 2012 at 15:35

    Lovely dress and outfit! I saw your pic at Patti's Visible Monday and had to come see.

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    1. Flora Cruft18 December 2012 at 15:01

      Thanks Sheila , and it's very good to meet you! I've just had a look at your lovely blog, that's an amazing bejewelled belt you've got in your latest post, gorgeous.

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  17. JTWisdom16 December 2012 at 18:38

    I heart the bracelets.

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    1. Flora Cruft18 December 2012 at 15:04

      Thank you! And great to meet you, you have a beautiful blog with such soulful writing.

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  18. Amber of Butane Anvil18 December 2012 at 05:21

    Beautiful gentle palette, outfit and interior all of a piece. You are stunning in that dress, and I adore the jewelry detail. I'm loving the mystery, glamour, and richly-evocative-of-the-past elements in your posts!

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    1. Flora Cruft18 December 2012 at 15:05

      Oh what wonderful compliments, thanks so much Amber that means a lot, so glad you're enjoying them!

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  19. Flora Cruft1 January 2013 at 03:37

    Thank you Zoe :)

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  20. Ms. Falcon1 January 2013 at 10:09

    absolutely gorgeous!!!

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    1. Flora Cruft9 January 2013 at 11:38

      Sorry not to respond before, I've only just seen your comment. Thanks so much for your lovely compliment!

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  21. Veshoevius9 January 2013 at 00:35

    You look breathtaking! That quilted jacket is so gorgeous. I never cease to be amazed by your granny Penny's closet!
    Anais Nin is one of my favourite writers.

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    1. Flora Cruft9 January 2013 at 11:39

      Gosh you're too kind, thank you! Both grannies had the best wardrobes and were such beautiful inspiring women :) I love Anais Nin too.

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