And it was all yellow...


 
Melbourne recently came out of its 6th lockdown and guess what the first thing mum and I did? We went to Spotlight (a huge craft and sewing store) which we were so enthusiastic about. We also went to our favourite country town Daylesford. Over a recent long weekend, we had some nice, sunny weather so mum and I decided it was a perfect day for an adventure. 
 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
We happily wandered around Jubilee Lake and soaked up the sights. The peacocks and ducks even came out to play. Then mum had the bright idea to go on a paddle boat. I'm a precious you see, because despite having swimming lessons as I child, I've long since forgotten how to swim and was imagining myself drowning in the lake. 
 

 


 
Convinced I was being a bit dramatic, I decided to give it a go and it was SO much fun. Mum and I were all smiles the whole 30 minutes and it was quite a leg workout! We loved looking at the beautiful lake and agreed we'd do it again next time.I  want to go with my boyfriend as well, it was fantastic.

 
Outfit details:
Dress - hand me down from mum.
Vintage bag - $7 at a secondhand market.
Brand new sandals - $15 at a market. I'm always amazed to see people selling brand new shoes at markets.
Vintage, coral  necklace- market find, $25.


Mum recently did a wardrobe clear out and I got so many dresses from her. This mustard dress was one of them. I thought the yellow dress and sandals might be too much, but I quite like the cheeriness. 

We ended our day with a delicious souvlaki from the fish and chip shop and an icecream and called it a (perfect) day!

Hope you're all doing well. 
X
 

 
Title: Yellow by Coldplay.
 

Comments

  1. Polyester Princess16 November, 2021

    What a lovely day out you've had. It must have been quite exhilarating after coming out of lockdown. Jubilee lake looks wonderful and I'm glad to hear your paddle boat adventures went smoothly. Both you and your Mum look absolutely gorgeous, and I'm swooning over your yellow dress and that delightful handbag! xxx

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  2. Sheila16 November, 2021

    Aw, I love your mom-daughter selfie! You both are so lovely!

    I'm really happy you got to get out and have a day on the lake. Now I want to do a paddle boat! How fun! The yellow dress is amazing on you - what a beautiful colour.

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    1. Jess 06 January, 2022

      Oh it was so fun! We'll have to do it again this summer. X

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