I showed you Thomas Wee’s new collection a while ago and told you I bought one piece of his collection. I thought it was about time I showed you what I bought. So here it is today! A silk top that fulfilled all my current wardrobe requirements: it is made of a natural fabric, colourful, unique and playful.
I paired it with my long black dress (which you have seen before here), which is not everyone’s cup-a-tea, but to me this combination creates a bit of a Japanese vibe, which I like.
The top is made of silk and comprised of 3 striking colours: moss green, red and purple. I loved this colour combination which was so new and refreshing. Funny how it happens that only a year ago I bought this necklace, comprised of tubes, in exactly that same colour mix. It was the perfect accessory for this outfit.
The top has a unique back. It’s a signature design of Thomas Wee and he has this top in several color combinations. I now wear it over my black Japanese style dress, which you can see below the top. I can also wear this top without anything underneath, which would make the interesting arm cut-outs more visible and make the top look very sexy indeed.
My red leather bag has almost exactly the same colour as the red highlights of this top which makes it the perfect bag for this outfit.
In my opinion this outfit looks equally good with flats and gives it even more of a Japanse vibe.
My hair is a bit of a mess and a lot of grey is coming through. I’m going to the hairdresser tomorrow and have it colored again. As usual I have no idea what I’m going to do about my hair style…
Have you already purchased something this year?
Sylvia is 40+style’s editor-in-chief and has been helping women find their unique style since 2011. An alumni of the School of Color and Design, she is devoted to empowering women of any age to look and feel their best. Read more about Sylvia and 40+style on this page.
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What a fabulous outfit Sylvia. I love it with the flats. Imagine it with green flats!
This top is gorgeous! And I love it over the architectural dress. The first thing I thought of was how you need the Prada Japanese sandals from her S/S13 runway to complete the look. 🙂 But this top will go with so many things – and so many colors. The number one thing I have learned from you is to not settle for “okay”. The wait for one perfect item is worth it.
Yes those prada shoes would be nice indeed!
I am late… What a lovely and beautiful top. Totally my style (if I had arms nice enough to show). And it is also totally you, embracing colours.
Well done to wear it with the dress. Clever thinking. I would have automatically combined it with trousers. The addition of shoes, bag (!) and necklace (!!!) is super. Makes the outfit so nice to look at.
Thanks Greetje. You could always wear something like this with long black sleeves underneath…
Remember those sleeves I bought? I am going to test them this spring.
I love the whole look and you are so clever teaming up the top and dress.
I have the same hair problem with grey coming in, but the other thing I don’t know if you are aware of, is that grey is curly. I used to have poker straight hair and now it has this kink which is a whole new problem, because it’s not curly enough to leave it to dry naturally, but the texture is so different to what I’ve had all my life, it’s harder to manage.
I’m sure your hairdresser will have lots of useful advice.
Tell me about it. My hair has become increasingly difficult to manage…
You know I love this necklace and it is a miracle that you found this unic top in exactly the same colours. Love this top and I think it combines great with this black dress. Waiting to see the sexy combination with the open back.
Haha waiting for the perfect opportunity. It will be a risky look as the second did come undone once….
Thank you all ladies!
I love that top! The color is stunning and perfect with the black skirt and super red bag!
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This is really Japanese inspired and you are right, the flats make it even more authentic while the sandals give it more of an “East meets West” touch.
Looking forward to your new hair colour!
Yes , I bought floral printed trousers but due to the cold weather didn’t have a chance to wear them yet.
Annette
Lady of Style
I follow 40plusstyle because you are so good at showing personal chic outfits that also looks super comfortable. Your latest outfit here is no exception and looks very stylish and easy to wear. You are a great source of inspiration Sylvia …thanks:-).
It’s beautiful Sylvia and looks great on you! Love the colours. I especially like the outfit with the flat sandals. Look forward to seeing your hair whatever you decide on.
I haven’t bought anything yet this year but will be shopping today as I have some time off work. Looking forward to seeing what is in the shops. Marie S
Loving the outfit Sylvia! For some reason it wasn’t what I was expecting but the colours and style are great and it looks amazing with the necklace.
I love silk, too!
Very pretty! Those colors in the top, and the fabric are really beautiful. I bet it would look great with white pants, also.
The blouse is cute
What a great top; love the design details and you, like me, love the colors!
I havent bought anything YET exciting for spring–just some staples, nothing as fun as that top!