Elegant styling of a pencil skirt

29 May 2016

This outfit is for Daniela (The Pretty Cute). Because she started following me for my ladylike dresses and the elegant styling of a pencil skirt. So no skinnies today but a (rather short) pencil skirt.

It is going to be a short post with only pictures of this outfit as I was in a real hurry. It was Wednesday afternoon when it stopped raining and I could go outside to have my pictures taken. After that rushing home to make this post as I will be away until Sunday evening.

My friend and neighbour Anja (Curly Traveller) is back in the country and she did me the honour of being my photographer. (Ron doesn’t like taking pictures in our neighbourhood. He wants interesting backgrounds.)

I decided to add some bloopers to spice things up haha. Here we go.

Below: nice shot with green background. This was in a street behind ours.

Below: trying to look elegant, but not really quite capturing it.

Below: blooper number 1.. I shouldn’t talk during a photo session. But it is very hard to shut me up.Below: how about a nice picture with this yellow car? To match your shoes and belt? Even though one foot seems to be shy, the picture turned out rather well…..

Below: unlike the next one… blooper number 2.Below: some detail shots.. the yellow belt has a very smart way of closing. One of the square metal pieces is the clasp. The blue shirt with the mirrors I have worn before with a long and wide fuchsia skirt.Below: the yellow summer shoes have been on this blog a couple of times: with a white cardigan, with a white dress with purple dots and with a yellow summer jacket. With and without an added flap…

Below: another shot of the belt and of the plastic bracelet. Of course I am wearing my new ring.

Below: blooper number 4… no further comment….

Below: and blooper number 5, even worse than blooper number 4.

Below: Ok one nice shot…

Below: and this was fun. I discovered this handsome looking neighbour working in his garden. He didn’t mind at all to appear on my blog. Good sport.Now I am going to pack for a trip to my friend Pat in Geneva.

So sorry if you are one of my blogger friends and I haven’t been round to your blog… I am swamped. With nice things, but my goodness….

Greetje

74 responses to “Elegant styling of a pencil skirt”

Samantha

February 24, 2019 at 10:17 am

I love this fresh colour combination.
Yellow can lift the classic navy and white into something much more fun!
I laughed at your bloopers….I also chatter on when the camera is snapping and look crazy in some shots.
I am so glad you shared.
XXX
Samantha
http://www.fakefabulous.com

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1. Greetje
  
  February 28, 2019 at 5:16 pm
  
  Even more than showing and sharing outfits, I like to make people laugh with my posts. So I am glad you did. ???
  
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Susan B (une femme)

February 24, 2019 at 10:17 am

Those yellow accessories are a perfect “icing” on the cake!! What a pretty neighborhood you live in.

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1. Greetje
  
  February 27, 2019 at 12:47 pm
  
  I have to say that the street where we took these pictures, is much nicer than our own street. Out street has no gardens and hardly any trees. But… a very good atmosphere. Neighbours know and see one another.
  
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Trish

February 24, 2019 at 6:50 am

Isn’t the weather strange at the moment! I’m glad you found some time between raindrops to photograph your smart outfit! It is very smart, and shows off your lovely legs. I do hope it gets warmer, and less changeable though….. I’m tired of storms. 🙂

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1. Greetje
  
  February 28, 2019 at 4:08 pm
  
  I live in Haarlem and we have had quite a lot of days with sunshine and good temperatures too. So I am fine.
  No green trees and plants without water…. You should see our garden. It has exploded.
  
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  1. Trish
    
    February 28, 2019 at 5:17 pm
    
    I have an explosive garden too! But with weeds ……. And although we have had sun, we have had 3 seasons every day from hot to cold. It’s so confusing. Clothing decisions are really difficult. And now we have rain and wellies would be most suitable ?
    
    Reply
    1. Greetje
      
      March 1, 2019 at 3:07 am
      
      I totally agree. Yesterday was supposed to be 22 degrees… NOT… 15 degrees it became. I had cold feet all day. Today the same and more rain. Sigh.
      
      Reply
elle the Elle Diaries

February 24, 2019 at 6:50 am

You look fabulous in the pencil skirt,and why not! Those legs! Love the styling with the yellow and navy, and despite yourself, you do look elegant and like you are having a very good time! Hello neighbor! Well done!!
xx, Elle
http://www.theellediaries.com/

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1. Greetje
  
  February 27, 2019 at 7:37 pm
  
  Wasn’t that neighbour a good sport? Thank you for the compliments.
  
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Pam@over50feeling40

February 23, 2019 at 8:03 pm

Love the yellow accessories…you just gave me an idea for this week! Thanks so much!

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1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 11:21 pm
  
  You are of course very welcome. I hope I will be able to come over to your blog and see the result.
  
  Reply
REBECCA SULLIVAN

February 23, 2019 at 8:03 pm

The yellow accents are amazing – love those shoes!!

Come check out the 3rd installment of my collab with Los Angeles-based brand TOBI – I’m so sure you’ll love this one!

Have a great week!

Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 8:55 pm
  
  This yellow is a lovely colour to make the outfit more interesting. And you were right, I did love your dress.
  
  Reply
Marianne van den Berg

February 23, 2019 at 8:03 pm

Your legs are already so tanned. That can’t be our dutch weather. Really looking ladylike this time. Although the mirrors on your blouse and your accessoires make it you, otherwise I have to start by adressing you with mylady. {The lady of the house speaking]. Have fun with Pat in Switserland. When you are retired I think you seriously have to start thinking about joining the cliniclowns.

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  February 24, 2019 at 6:50 am
  
  Whahaha… the Cliniclowns… You know they have a very tough selection procedure? You do not become a Cliniclown just because you want to. Thanks for the faith in me. And the tanned legs …. (don’t tell anybody)… just tanbed/suncouch.
  
  Reply
Shelley

February 23, 2019 at 8:03 pm

Yellow works so well against navy – great accessory choices! You look very chic in this outfit, and I always enjoy seeing your “outtakes” as it makes me feel better that I’m not the only person who talks during photo shoots and ends up with “weird mouth” photos 😉

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1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 8:55 pm
  
  I like to have a lot (and I really mean A LOT) of photos to choose from as loads are useless because of a stupid face or something similar haha..
  
  Reply
Elaine Lascher

February 23, 2019 at 8:03 pm

This is a beautiful look with classic pieces and perfect modern accessories. I will try my own version. Wish I had your bracelet. Thanks Greetje!

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1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 11:21 pm
  
  The bracelet was one of those things I grab just before paying for something else because “this looks like a piece I might use one day and it is inexpensive so why not take it home with me…”
  And one day it is the missing link to an outfit. Just a plastic thing.
  
  Reply
Jodie filogomo

February 23, 2019 at 8:03 pm

The yellow accessories and shoes make this outfit so modern in my opinion!! And girl—those legs you have just take the cake!!! I’m so glad I’m not the only one that likes to wear skirts & show off my legs!!
My mom & I are always talking when we take photos—I have more of her with her mouth open than any other kind of blooper shots!! But in a way, it’s just keeping it real, right? Because in real life we are talking quite a bit, and thus that’s how others see us?!
Happy traveling!!
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

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1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 11:21 pm
  
  I am glad you think that the shoes and accessories make the outfit modern, as that is my quest. One with which I always struggle.
  And yes, those faces when we talk are real life, but nobody would notice them as you don’t freeze in such a position. Which is the case with a photo. Anything to make you laugh. ??
  
  Reply
Sylvia @ 40PlusStyle

February 23, 2019 at 8:03 pm

Looking fabulous Greetje. Very well styled outfit. Those bloopers are too funny! Anything to make us all laugh right? I look forward to hearing your fabulous laugh in person real soon!

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1. Greetje
  
  February 24, 2019 at 8:18 am
  
  Indeed, anything to entertain you guys haha. Glad you like it. The shirt is made by Madame Hall (Lisa), whom you featured on your site.
  
  Reply
josep-maria

February 23, 2019 at 8:03 pm

I like the set and the combination of colors. I love the skirt, and yellow touches are lovely. I think Dan will give its ok!

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1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 11:21 pm
  
  I hope Dan does approve yes. I am waiting for her respons ?.
  
  Reply
dan

February 23, 2019 at 2:18 pm

Many thanks for this post! No trace of skinnies today…you look fantastic and stylish!I
I am in love with yellow at the moment and filling my closet with yellow clothings.. .
Your yellow sandals are beautiful and look comfortable. I like the block heel.
Very nice surroundings and handsome neighbours.
Have pleasant days in Geneve!
p.s.
sorry for my late comment…I am very busy at work and I have not even been able to post this week… 🙁

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1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 5:44 pm
  
  No apologies are necessary. Going round blogs and commenting takes up a lot of time. I am going to minimize it otherwise I won’t have a normal life anymore. You see, I do try wear more skirts and dresses. Not there yet, but trying. At least you made me aware of it.
  
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Anna Parkes

February 23, 2019 at 2:18 pm

Greetje, yellow is such a good colour for you and is beautifully contrasted with the strong blue. I love the bangle, shoes and the best accessory of all – that cute little car! You looked like you had great fun with your friend. Polly and I have such a laugh together and she is constantly tell me to shu’p! Despite that I too, have loads of photos where my mouth is open, and not looking terribly nice either. Hope you have a wonderful time in Geneva x
Anna

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Lisa

February 23, 2019 at 2:18 pm

Oh Greetje, even your bloopers are adorable! I love all of the yellow (THOSE SHOES!!!) and your whole style just screams fun. You are such a darling. Maybe your handsome neighbour will appear in some future posts as well?! Enjoy Geneva, and see you around on the internet soon. xx

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 5:44 pm
  
  Geneva was fun as I visited my best friend (I have two best friends whom I have known for 37 and 45 years. How lucky can you get eh?)
  Glad you liked my post. I aim to entertain. Congratulations on the 40+ collaboration with the others. I say: to the barricades.
  
  Reply
Gayle

February 23, 2019 at 2:18 pm

Greetje, I just started reading your blog and enjoy it very much. I like seeing the whole outfit and your photos do that. The interesting backgrounds and neighborhood shots are well done. Your sense of humor is icing on the cake.

Your style fits very well with California’s Bay Area attitude.

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1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 5:44 pm
  
  I am very pleased and flattered with your comment. Thank you so much for making the effort. My smile goes from one ear to the other. Hope I can keep you entertained.
  
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Glenda

February 23, 2019 at 2:18 pm

Greetje, I love your humor, and thank you for the bit of added testosterone 🙂

I like navy, white and yellow together. So summer…so nautical. Reminds me of sailing. You look great!

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1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 5:44 pm
  
  When I think of nautical, I think of blue, white and red. Not yellow. But I agree it is the freshness of the blue with white that reminds us of water and outdoors.
  
  Reply
Gayle

June 24, 2016 at 6:45 pm

Greetje, I just started reading your blog and enjoy it very much. I like seeing the whole outfit and your photos do that. The interesting backgrounds and neighborhood shots are well done. Your sense of humor is icing on the cake.

Your style fits very well with California’s Bay Area attitude.

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  June 24, 2016 at 7:14 pm
  
  I am very pleased and flattered with your comment. Thank you so much for making the effort. My smile goes from one ear to the other. Hope I can keep you entertained.
  
  Reply
Anna Parkes

June 3, 2016 at 5:36 pm

Greetje, yellow is such a good colour for you and is beautifully contrasted with the strong blue. I love the bangle, shoes and the best accessory of all – that cute little car! You looked like you had great fun with your friend. Polly and I have such a laugh together and she is constantly tell me to shu’p! Despite that I too, have loads of photos where my mouth is open, and not looking terribly nice either. Hope you have a wonderful time in Geneva x
Anna

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Glenda

June 3, 2016 at 12:55 am

Greetje, I love your humor, and thank you for the bit of added testosterone 🙂

I like navy, white and yellow together. So summer…so nautical. Reminds me of sailing. You look great!

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  June 3, 2016 at 6:20 am
  
  When I think of nautical, I think of blue, white and red. Not yellow. But I agree it is the freshness of the blue with white that reminds us of water and outdoors.
  
  Reply
Trish

June 2, 2016 at 10:27 am

Isn’t the weather strange at the moment! I’m glad you found some time between raindrops to photograph your smart outfit! It is very smart, and shows off your lovely legs. I do hope it gets warmer, and less changeable though….. I’m tired of storms. 🙂

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  June 2, 2016 at 1:57 pm
  
  I live in Haarlem and we have had quite a lot of days with sunshine and good temperatures too. So I am fine.
  No green trees and plants without water…. You should see our garden. It has exploded.
  
  Reply
  1. Trish
    
    June 2, 2016 at 9:58 pm
    
    I have an explosive garden too! But with weeds ……. And although we have had sun, we have had 3 seasons every day from hot to cold. It’s so confusing. Clothing decisions are really difficult. And now we have rain and wellies would be most suitable ?
    
    Reply
    1. Greetje
      
      June 3, 2016 at 6:18 am
      
      I totally agree. Yesterday was supposed to be 22 degrees… NOT… 15 degrees it became. I had cold feet all day. Today the same and more rain. Sigh.
      
      Reply
Lisa

June 1, 2016 at 9:55 pm

Oh Greetje, even your bloopers are adorable! I love all of the yellow (THOSE SHOES!!!) and your whole style just screams fun. You are such a darling. Maybe your handsome neighbour will appear in some future posts as well?! Enjoy Geneva, and see you around on the internet soon. xx

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  June 2, 2016 at 5:46 am
  
  Geneva was fun as I visited my best friend (I have two best friends whom I have known for 37 and 45 years. How lucky can you get eh?)
  Glad you liked my post. I aim to entertain. Congratulations on the 40+ collaboration with the others. I say: to the barricades.
  
  Reply
dan

May 31, 2016 at 9:43 am

Many thanks for this post! No trace of skinnies today…you look fantastic and stylish!I
I am in love with yellow at the moment and filling my closet with yellow clothings.. .
Your yellow sandals are beautiful and look comfortable. I like the block heel.
Very nice surroundings and handsome neighbours.
Have pleasant days in Geneve!
p.s.
sorry for my late comment…I am very busy at work and I have not even been able to post this week… 🙁

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  June 1, 2016 at 2:16 pm
  
  No apologies are necessary. Going round blogs and commenting takes up a lot of time. I am going to minimize it otherwise I won’t have a normal life anymore. You see, I do try wear more skirts and dresses. Not there yet, but trying. At least you made me aware of it.
  
  Reply
Shelley

May 31, 2016 at 12:39 am

Yellow works so well against navy – great accessory choices! You look very chic in this outfit, and I always enjoy seeing your “outtakes” as it makes me feel better that I’m not the only person who talks during photo shoots and ends up with “weird mouth” photos 😉

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  May 31, 2016 at 6:02 am
  
  I like to have a lot (and I really mean A LOT) of photos to choose from as loads are useless because of a stupid face or something similar haha..
  
  Reply
elle the Elle Diaries

May 31, 2016 at 12:27 am

You look fabulous in the pencil skirt,and why not! Those legs! Love the styling with the yellow and navy, and despite yourself, you do look elegant and like you are having a very good time! Hello neighbor! Well done!!
xx, Elle
http://www.theellediaries.com/

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1. Greetje
  
  May 31, 2016 at 5:59 am
  
  Wasn’t that neighbour a good sport? Thank you for the compliments.
  
  Reply
Pam@over50feeling40

May 30, 2016 at 11:03 pm

Love the yellow accessories…you just gave me an idea for this week! Thanks so much!

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  May 31, 2016 at 5:58 am
  
  You are of course very welcome. I hope I will be able to come over to your blog and see the result.
  
  Reply
Suzanne

May 30, 2016 at 10:08 pm

Ha ha! You are such a card always finding people to pose with you.

I think the bloopers captured you perfectly.

Have a fun trip! Seems you are living the life of Riley lately.

bisous
Suzanne

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1. Greetje
  
  May 31, 2016 at 6:06 am
  
  I had a lovely stay with my Scottish friend. We have been friends for 37 years. And although she lives far away, we just pick up where we have left of, as if there hadn’t been a break. But to tell you the truth… all this travelling, it isn’t me. Not a fan. Never have been either.
  
  Reply
Samantha

May 30, 2016 at 8:08 pm

I love this fresh colour combination.
Yellow can lift the classic navy and white into something much more fun!
I laughed at your bloopers….I also chatter on when the camera is snapping and look crazy in some shots.
I am so glad you shared.
XXX
Samantha
http://www.fakefabulous.com

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  May 30, 2016 at 9:18 pm
  
  Even more than showing and sharing outfits, I like to make people laugh with my posts. So I am glad you did. ???
  
  Reply
Jodie filogomo

May 30, 2016 at 7:58 pm

The yellow accessories and shoes make this outfit so modern in my opinion!! And girl—those legs you have just take the cake!!! I’m so glad I’m not the only one that likes to wear skirts & show off my legs!!
My mom & I are always talking when we take photos—I have more of her with her mouth open than any other kind of blooper shots!! But in a way, it’s just keeping it real, right? Because in real life we are talking quite a bit, and thus that’s how others see us?!
Happy traveling!!
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  May 30, 2016 at 9:16 pm
  
  I am glad you think that the shoes and accessories make the outfit modern, as that is my quest. One with which I always struggle.
  And yes, those faces when we talk are real life, but nobody would notice them as you don’t freeze in such a position. Which is the case with a photo. Anything to make you laugh. ??
  
  Reply
Suzanne

February 23, 2019 at 8:03 pm

Ha ha! You are such a card always finding people to pose with you.

I think the bloopers captured you perfectly.

Have a fun trip! Seems you are living the life of Riley lately.

bisous
Suzanne

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  February 23, 2019 at 8:55 pm
  
  I had a lovely stay with my Scottish friend. We have been friends for 37 years. And although she lives far away, we just pick up where we have left of, as if there hadn’t been a break. But to tell you the truth… all this travelling, it isn’t me. Not a fan. Never have been either.
  
  Reply
REBECCA SULLIVAN

May 30, 2016 at 6:02 pm

The yellow accents are amazing – love those shoes!!

Come check out the 3rd installment of my collab with Los Angeles-based brand TOBI – I’m so sure you’ll love this one!

Have a great week!

Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  May 30, 2016 at 9:12 pm
  
  This yellow is a lovely colour to make the outfit more interesting. And you were right, I did love your dress.
  
  Reply
Marianne van den Berg

May 30, 2016 at 5:40 pm

Your legs are already so tanned. That can’t be our dutch weather. Really looking ladylike this time. Although the mirrors on your blouse and your accessoires make it you, otherwise I have to start by adressing you with mylady. {The lady of the house speaking]. Have fun with Pat in Switserland. When you are retired I think you seriously have to start thinking about joining the cliniclowns.

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  May 30, 2016 at 9:21 pm
  
  Whahaha… the Cliniclowns… You know they have a very tough selection procedure? You do not become a Cliniclown just because you want to. Thanks for the faith in me. And the tanned legs …. (don’t tell anybody)… just tanbed/suncouch.
  
  Reply
Elaine Lascher

May 30, 2016 at 2:50 pm

This is a beautiful look with classic pieces and perfect modern accessories. I will try my own version. Wish I had your bracelet. Thanks Greetje!

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  May 30, 2016 at 9:07 pm
  
  The bracelet was one of those things I grab just before paying for something else because “this looks like a piece I might use one day and it is inexpensive so why not take it home with me…”
  And one day it is the missing link to an outfit. Just a plastic thing.
  
  Reply
josep-maria

May 30, 2016 at 9:21 am

I like the set and the combination of colors. I love the skirt, and yellow touches are lovely. I think Dan will give its ok!

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  May 30, 2016 at 9:05 pm
  
  I hope Dan does approve yes. I am waiting for her respons ?.
  
  Reply
Sylvia @ 40PlusStyle

May 30, 2016 at 6:13 am

Looking fabulous Greetje. Very well styled outfit. Those bloopers are too funny! Anything to make us all laugh right? I look forward to hearing your fabulous laugh in person real soon!

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  May 30, 2016 at 9:04 pm
  
  Indeed, anything to entertain you guys haha. Glad you like it. The shirt is made by Madame Hall (Lisa), whom you featured on your site.
  
  Reply
Susan B (une femme)

May 30, 2016 at 3:03 am

Those yellow accessories are a perfect “icing” on the cake!! What a pretty neighborhood you live in.

Reply
1. Greetje
  
  May 30, 2016 at 5:58 am
  
  I have to say that the street where we took these pictures, is much nicer than our own street. Out street has no gardens and hardly any trees. But… a very good atmosphere. Neighbours know and see one another.
  
  Reply

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