Joyful or not joyful- Sally/Brooklyn challenge

Hi all I have been having a strange time even although our country is quite opened up with known Covid cases only at the border. I resigned from my extra 2-mornings-a-week health organisation job after 5.5 years as I couldn’t cope with it as well as my family practice. I was getting stale too and thought I would just look at the future of my own place rather than our whole profession. So 2 weekdays at home now and 3 long days at work.
Today is a day off, I tried for the Joyful Jeans challenge as I was going to go shopping for new silvery or grey pants, but then I felt worse and decided not to go. It would be a one-in-one-out with my pewter pants which have had 79 wears. But I was looking down my lists and thought I still had so much that doesn’t get worn enough that I would put the expedition off and work on a job description for our new nurse instead! It’s also a cold windy winter day with rain expected. I may still look at the weekend. I found a too-small size of possible new pants at one branch of my favourite boutique and they have the next 2 sizes up at a different nearby branch. That’s where I would go.
These are my Not Your Daughter’s Jeans from 2015, my least comfortable pair of jeans.
Pics 1/2: Purple floral top 2010, 24 wears, NYDJ jeans 2015 15 wears, Skin black loafers 2020 from Styletread 26 wears, purple bead/silver dragonflies earrings made by SIL Jo. Natio Australia “Sienna” lipstick.
Pic 3 jeans fabric sort of silvery snakeskin
Pic 4 floral top fabric purple and silver
Pic 5 the label of the too-small pants, shows a bit of the fabric. I may get them yet.
So... dressed up for shopping but stayed home after all.
The joyful parts are the silver, the matching earrings, and the new birthday loafers from March which I love. Thanks for looking.

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5 years ago

Zaeobi

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Veteran

I love the top - great colours! It feels very festive luxe, like something Cilla Black would have worn (do you know who that is, or is my Britishness showing lol?) I like your pants but I wonder if the pattern in photos #3 & #5 (for the jeans) are quite similar. Only you know whether that's a good thing or whether you'd prefer more variety? I like the earrings too - are they stars or palm trees? A little difficult to tell from here. Your glasses are fab too - purple is a surprisingly versatile colour for eyewear!

I'm sorry about your work situation, but I'm glad you're in a position where you were able to resign. Looking after our mental health by knowing our limit is important these days. I'm glad to hear New Zealand is tackling the virus well, though. It must be a relief to know your country is being responsible.

Sal

It is a weird time I agree Jenni - and change is unsettling. Well done on the call on your job- sounds like the right step.

I like this look on you - the details and pattern make it special and fun. I can’t see the jeans detail but I like them.

anne

I really like this outfit on you Jenni! Nice choices!

Brooklyn

I like your look too. The top is very joyful! (You know how I like a dark floral.)
From what I can see of the (potential) new pants, they look good. I’m going to enable. Especially if they are replacing a pair that’s worn out or uncomfortable.

Jenni NZ

Thanks Zaeobi, Sally, Anne and Brooklyn! Yes I do remember Cilla Black Zaeobi, she was on TV when I was young. Will have to Google her outfits!
And yes possibly the new pants would be quite similar to the current jeans. The pewter pair I was looking at replacing are still fine just getting a bit worn and I am a bit bored with them after 79 wears. They’re not shown in this post. I’ll see how I feel about it by the weekend- 2 long days of work coming up. There is quite a lot of anxiety in our community since we keep getting new Covid cases at the border and people are scared it will escape out.

Bijou

This is a great outfit, the top is so pretty on you. I find cold, wet winters days a bit of a downer too. Of course we need the rain, but it is no fun. Glad we have the winter solstice over with, now the days will get longer.

Janet

Nice colors in that top for you! Sounds like you're ready for replacement jeans (uncomfortable jeans are not joyful!), but better to shop for those when you're feeling it. Good luck with the search.

It sounds like you've made a good decision regarding your job. It's a very odd time right now, isn't it? Puts priorities in sharp relief.

Helena

I agree with pretty much everything Janet has said above! Glad you are able to focus on your core practice - I'm sure that will be a good stress reliever.

Suz

Jenni, you look vibrant and glowing in that outfit! I'm sorry the jeans don't feel good, but in the looks department, they are fab. It sounds as if you've made the right decision about work. I hope the extra two days become filled with joyful activities for you!

Mirjana

Lovely outfit and beautiful top.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Top looks great! What makes the jeans uncomfortable?

That's quite a big schedule change, Jenni. I wish you fun days off! I bet the change will do you lots of good - although it will need getting use to......

Joyful for sure

nemosmom

Joyful indeed, Jenni! You look great! The possible silvery pants look like they would be a great addition for you. Congrats on getting some reprieve at work

Thanks all. Angie the jeans feel a bit uncomfortable over the tummy area, they are the correct size but I have to stretch them up and I don’t like the feel of the zip and button. They’re not horribly uncomfortable but elastic waist pants I can’t feel at all so those are the best for the future.
And Bijou, I also love it when we are past the winter solstice, it gives me a boost. We do need rain here, Auckland has a drought and our dams are not full enough.

I think you might get a bit of rain today!!

Anonymous

Wow love it! But I totally get it about the discomfort of jeans :/

Ah yes. Makes sense. Those waistband and zipper flies can dig into the midsection.

Jaime

Love the top on you but you should have perfectly comfortable jeans to go with it. When you can.

What Janet said but do not get the jeans if you still think you will be looking for a replacement or wait u til you are ready to give up the old pair. Keep that joyful smile. Take your time.

@Jenni NZ Ah I see, I wasn't sure if 'Blind Date' (the TV show she hosted) was aired internationally. Her TV outfits were a product of her time, of course, but it was nice to see her use of colour in her suits & festive accents like sequinned earrings - think it was your sparkly purple that reminded me of her!

I understand - I'm often the same way in that I'll start looking for replacement pieces *before* the original wears out, just so I don't have to go without. I definitely get not liking zips & buttons digging into your midsection - I abandoned most jeans a while ago for this reason. Maybe more people will finally join me on the jeggings & 'denim trousers' dark side, due to seeking comfort during WFH/ COVID-19.

Oh of course, it's always safest to be cautious still. I guess what I meant is that it's heartening to see your government push for 'safety first' & to remind its people of that too.

Style Fan

Congratulations, Jenni, on making the change. I love this outfit on you. The colour is so flattering, and the jeans are gorgeous. But comfort does come first. I have given up on beautiful clothes for this reason.

Cillia Black!! I remember her. She had a hip hair cut in the 60s and sang 'Anyone Who Had A Heart' and 'Alfie' as well as some other great songs. Mr. SF remembers her too.

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