uniform of classic navy and olive green but, a couple of years ago, a snazzy royal blue and oatmeal herringbone tweed jacket jumped off the sale rail and into my hands.
In writing, that does not really sound like such a flamboyant purchase but, for a woman with a fear of bright patterns and bold colours, it felt quite extreme at the time.Afflicted by buyer’s remorse, I didn’t give my outstanding blazer much of an airing to begin with, but over time it has become one of my favourite autumn garments.
Snazzy tweed perks up an old pair of jeans, adds pizzazz to cargo pants and lasts for years. Not to mention the positive effect it has on the wearer – witness the mood-boosting properties of this glorious tweed trouser suit.
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