Maize. Or sweet corn. I'm not really sure whether they're the same thing or slightly different but it's not something you see all that often out our way. When driving on unfamiliar country roads at the weekend I spotted this lush looking field and thought it would be a perfect seasonal backdrop for a couple of outfit photographs.

We'd gone out for a spot of lunch with out much else in mind and it was all white cloud and cool when we left home so I wore this unusual cut of dress. It's clearly got to be worn in the warmer months as it's basically a lace overlay mini dress with elbow length sleeves but equally it's too much for a hot day if the sun is out. I was glad we hadn't planned a whole afternoon's walking as I would have got rather too hot in black. However, for a nice indoor lunch it was perfectly comfortable, not least as the gathering way up under the bust meant that maximum comfort was offered.

The neckline is spot on for me; I adore the high neckline with the buttons and the pretty fabric. I'm not usually sold on half length sleeves but I think they suit the rest of the dress so I'll roll with it.

Red lipstick for a secret smile.

Sophie

We like to spend time by the river; strolling quietly while enjoying the peace and quiet. The countryside is a place for all seasons with each week and month giving a different look and feel to the same spots. The last few visits have been a whole mixture of conditions from burning bright sunshine to dull an windy with the threat of drizzle. I wear whatever I please but always with sensible footwear to walk in, my trusty black leather biker boots on this occasion.

With the cooler days of spring almost behind us but the temperatures still faltering I'm on the very cusp of going out bare arms and legs. The leafy trees on the riverbank provide a gorgeous shady retreat for the hottest of summer days, which I will be grateful for over the months to come.

This cute blue denim gilet from New Look is perfect for keeping me from getting chilled by the breeze and works really well with this cute white gypsy top. I've never owned a jacket like this before, though I'm dying to call it a worzel like someone else I know (not sure this is a known term or if they made it up!). Denim always works a treat with florals so I also wore my favourite colourful shorts too and flowers in my hair for good measure. Necklace was my grandmother's, the arm party and rings as standard.

I'm hedging my bets by bringing a thick cardigan along 'just in case' for the last of the evening daylight. This is England, after all!

Sophie

Thanks to New Look for sending me the jacket to review. All content and opinions my own.

It sounds rather like I’ve got the rest of the week to wear the summery outfits in my wardrobe and then perhaps move on to more autumnal looks. I'll have to relocate all my jumpers and dig out my tights in preparation.

This week has been a tad unusual in that I went to a wedding yesterday afternoon (pictures to come) so today feels a bit like a Sunday or Monday instead of midweek which is rather disconcerting but fingers crossed I can pull myself together.