Wednesday 12 June 2019

Olive and Grey Worn Two Ways: Skinny Jeans and Marle Knit

I thrifted this grey knit for $1 before our trip and thought it would be wonderful to bring along to keep me warm - it was certainly much too hot for the synthetic fibres in Brisbane's hot start to autumn. The time I did wear it, I wore it with my trusty olive skinny jeans. Despite having the same outfit base, olive jeans, grey knit and Converse, I changed up the scarves and outerwear to try keep the outfits different.

What I wore:

Hike up Swanston pentland Hills outfit spring trench coat olive jeans Converse  gorse Whin bushes | awayfromblue

awayfromtheblue Instagram | meeting a Highland Cow at Swanston olive skinny jeans grey knit outfit
Jacket: Barkins beige trench coat 
Scarf: Mickey Mouse printed scarf from Disneyland Paris
Knit: Thrifted Spirit grey marle jumper
JeansJeanswest Vicki skinny pant in moss green
ShoesConverse Chuck Taylor All Star low in black
BagLouis Vuitton Damier Ebene 30 speedy bandouliere

Why I wore it:

Wore this for our hike in the Pentlands. We were on a mission to see a Highland Cow or two but I had to stop and take a photo with the beautiful gorse / Whin bushes halfway up the hill. Despite it threatening rain and taking two toddlers along on a 'quiet' hike to see some wild cows, we did it! I was so thrilled to find some of the herd over another crest, just after the toddlers had given up. I came back to where they were sitting having a rest and we all walked up to see these beautiful cows in person.

While the boys I kept at a safer distance, I inched closer and closer for a quick pic. My confidence levels helped greatly by the fact that the cow had seem completely disinterested in us since we saw her, and her lack of horns!

After admiring the herd and the views a bit more we headed back down the hill before the rain, to enjoy lunch at Swanston Brasserie, another place I recommend if you're in Edinburgh. The hike up the hills works up an appetite!


Last worn: camel trench, Mickey Mouse scarf, olive skinny jeans, Converse, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere. First time I've worn the knit on the blog as I thrifted it for this trip back in January.

Other ways to wearcamel trench in the office, Mickey Mouse scarf with navy dress, olive skinny jeans and striped tank, Converse in the snow, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere in Disneyland.

Perfect for pregnancyConverse in second trimester, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere in third trimester.


What's In My Bag: Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandouliere







What I wore:

falkirk kelpies Sightseeing outfit Scotaldn in May olive skinny jeans leather jacket grey knit cobalt scarf | away from blue

awayfromblue Instagram | falkirk Kelpies sightseeing outfit grey knit skinny jeans Louis Vuitton scarf and speedy bag
JacketJeanswest black leather moto jacket
ScarfLouis Vuitton monogram shawl in bleu
Knit: Thrifted Spirit grey marle jumper
JeansJeanswest Vicki skinny pant in moss green
ShoesConverse Chuck Taylor All Star low in black
BagLouis Vuitton Damier Ebene 30 speedy bandouliere

Why I wore it:

No wild animals this time - although we did see some statues of them! 😂 We went for a drive out to the Kelpies at Falkirk. These beautiful statues are so very large and beautiful to see in person. We had a little ice cream then headed to the large playground to have a picnic. Which had seemed like a lovely idea the day before but I admit it was a bit windy out there in the open! Thankfully the boys were running around and having so much fun they didn't notice the cold, and I was grateful I'd packed this slightly larger leather jacket to wear as even with the grey knit underneath I was able to zip this up and stay a little warmer.

My cobalt blue Louis Vuitton scarf was a nice pop of colour with the neutral grey and olive, and helped keep me warm too being a wool blend!


Last worn: leather moto jacket, Louis Vuitton scarf, grey knit (above), olive skinny jeans (above), Converse (above), Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere (above).

Other ways to wearleather moto jacket and maxi skirt, Louis Vuitton scarf worn as a shawl, olive skinny jeans in the office, Converse and mustard dress, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere for travel.

Perfect for pregnancyConverse in third trimester, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere in second trimester.



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How You Can Wear It:

Even if you're not living out of a suitcase, you can easily repeat an outfit combo you love and change it up slightly next time by picking different accessories or outerwear. Two neutrals like grey and olive work well together and you can add colourful scarves, different jackets, or even different necklaces or bags to change the outfit up each time you wear it.


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42 comments:

  1. I just love that bright blue scarf! Looks so good with everything!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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  2. I love these olive jeans and dying over that trench coat! Both looks are fabulous!

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  3. Olive and grey is such a great colour combo. I always love how you also add the scarves to add a little bit of pop. That cow....can't get over how it's just sitting there. And the statues at Kelpies look awesome.
    PS I have the 30 Speedy in the classic monogram canvas. You are so right. It's perfect for running around and such. Haven't used in awhile so thanks for reminding me!:D

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    1. The 30 is such a good size! I had the monogram in 25 but the little extra room makes such a difference!

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  4. That sounds like such a fun hike and you got a great photo from it!

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  5. Mica you are brave!! I am impressed that you got up to that cow. Also I have never seen a cow that looked like that! I had no idea whatt was at first. I'm loving your adventures in Scotland posts! :)

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    1. haha yes I slowly inched closer and closer - I was happy to get close to this one as she had no horns but I was still nervous!

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  6. I cannot believe you got that close to the animal, Mica!! You're crazy!!
    But I love how you have the same base, yet it looks so different with the different toppers!!
    XOXO
    Jodie

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    1. haha yes I inches so slowly closer and didn't stand there for long!

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  7. You can't beat $1! And this is the perfect way to get multiple wears out of things you bring on holiday!
    Loving the photo with the cow, she's so cute!
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  8. Those horse head sculptures are amazing! I love a neutral base that you can change up with accessories--nice!

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  9. Ha ha, that made me laugh about the cow! What a cutie! Often the cows here are so intrigued they follow you and see what you're up to. Love the outfits as well!
    Raindrops of Sapphire

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    1. I'm glad she didn't decide to follow us, haha!

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  10. Great idea to add different outerwear to the same outfit for variety! Oh my, you were very brave getting that close to that cow. It doesn't seem very bothered, though, just chewing the cud I presume ;-) I'd love to see the Kelpies, they are absolutely amazing! xxx

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    1. haha yep she didn't seem too bothered by us!

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  11. oh I love how you've styled everything.

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  12. love the cobalt blue Louis Vuitton scarf ! it added a beautiful pop of color to the outfit !

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  13. I'm seriously loving your Fall layers! You make it look so good! I'm definitely a fan of the camel and olive color combo!

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  14. $1 is an amazing price! I love how you styled the grey top, and that photo with the horse sculptures is so cool!

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  15. Both of these outfits are fabulous. I like the patterned scarf you styled those skinny jeans for in the first post. Lovely coat and top as well. That cow is so adorable btw. I haven't see a cow like that one, it must be a Scottish breed? So great you took that photo up close with her, and she doesn't seem bothered. I think cows typically enjoy human society, and the same seems to be the case with wild cows as well. I didn't know there was a herd of wild cows in Scotland, how interesting!

    The second outfit is very stylish as well. Those statues are truly beautiful btw.

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    1. Yes I think Highland Cows are native to Scotland :)

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  16. I really love those olive jeans, Mica! I'm on the hunt for a pair now! ;) That cow is absolutely adorable! How lucky to get a photo with her! Those statues are amazing too! Hope you're having a great week, Mica! XXX

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  17. I love the jeans so much! I never considered that shade in skinny jeans before but it looks so cool
    Dora
    https://www.adropofindigo.com

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  18. You're very chic in your travel clothes. I love the Highland "coo"! Those kelpie sculptures are amazing.

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  19. love both outfits u wear, anw nice pics dear ^^

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  20. Do you understand now why I basically live in denim and jumper up until the height of summer? It is just a practical and usually weather appropriate combo here in Northern Europe.

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    1. haha yes it was so cold in Europe! :)

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  21. Olive skinnies are my fave! You look chic and ready to tackle anything!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  22. I love both styles, especially the blue scarf. Crazy you can get apparel for $1! What a great buy.

    xo, Maria
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  23. Prefect outfit for site seeing. I hope you are having a great week. This week as been nuts for me.

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  24. Omg I would be so afraid to get so close to that big animal. You are so brave!!! I love your blue scarf, the color is so beautiful!!

    Yiota
    pinkdaisyloves.blogspot.com

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    1. She didn't seem to mind as I inched closer!

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  25. Your Disneyland Scarf is very happy just like your cheerful persona Mica!
    You look lovely and very happy on the inside out.
    Laura xoox
    www.shehearts.net

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  26. I also love to change up the accessories I wear when I travel since clothing choices are more limited. You look great in both versions.

    That wild cow is so cute! I had no idea there were wild herds there and it makes me want to visit even more.

    Kathrin | Polar Bear Style

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  27. I love items that are this versatile. I think using scarves is a great way to colorize an outfit!

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  28. "And her lack of horns"--good call! :D I love the pop of color your blue scarf/shawl gives all of your outfits, it's such a gorgeous, rich shade!

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    1. haha yes I wasn't going anywhere near any of the ones with horns!

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  29. The grey knit is such a deal grabber! OK, ist hat cow for real because it is so cool that you got to take a picture with it. Glad you had fun out there!

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

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  30. Thanks all for your lovely comments :)

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