Lacroix in Blue and Orange

Whew, I worked an extra two hours today - so much to do, but now I feel a little more on top of things. 

Clothing as armour again, and this jacket was my chainmail.

• Coat - Desigual by Christian Lacroix, consignment; purchased here for $82.00
• Dress - Land's End, consignment; last seen here (2nd outfit) in November 2014 with studs
• Shoes - Big Presence Desmond, Fluevog; last worn here with a major pouf in December 2014

I was told when I bought my first piece of Desigual in the Desigual store in London that it's pronounced "dez-uh-gwell". I have heard "duh-sig-you-well" too, but I'll take the word of the person who works in their stores.

I love how this jacket buttons itself open to form the wide lapels. I wanted to gush to everyone about it, but I was seriously so slammed today I could barely lift my head. I did manage to show it off to my favourite fashiony people at work, but not in my usual exuberant manner (I did twirl for Fiona).

I loved how all the oranges worked with this (the dress is a very deep orange) - they really popped off the blue.

And isn't it pretty done up?

I didn't actually wear a coat today, just this jacket done up, with gloves and a furry scarf. I know, all you folks with snow hate me, right?

The stuff:

I love these shoes so much. I hope Fluevog makes them in some new colours - I'm kicking myself for not buying them in yellow!

Circular bling:

Much roundness.

• Lapis lazuli ring - Wendy Brandes
• Earrings - gift from Lise

I'm off to make barbecue chicken pizza for a late dinner, and then crashing on the couch!