Sasha Fay said...
i like this and i have actually been wearing a similar outfit with a black high-waisted skirt and trimmed tank with oxfords. a tucked in shirt isn't comfy so i say just cut off the part that is usually tucked in.
Kirsty said...
beautiful minimal look, without looking like a Celine clone!
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'they are invisible (they let their girls shine), but present none the less.' - Fashionista on the boyfriends / partners of daily style bloggers.
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'so this comment popped up on the previous post which touched on how i justify my spending on clothes...
for my degree show i researched Couture garment details for my jewellery collection especially Schiaparelli (as she was the QUEEN of amazing details, see her trapeze artist buttons!).
this is an extract from an open letter written by Elsa Schiaparelli, requested by the Daily Express on May 21 1936. it is titled; 'from Europe's most discussed dress designer to her daughter'.
it is easy to feel guilty parting with a chunk of money for a piece of clothing, but worse to spend the same on twenty poor quality garments that won't last. when we are next tempted, let's listen to Elsa Schiaparelli's words of wisdom;
'your first inclination will surely be to buy as much as you can for your money. don't give in to it..you can only get to know good clothes from bad by looking at good ones. so, when you see a smart woman, study her. only the rich can afford cheap clothes. if something you see looks worth twice the price, you may be sure the illusion will not last. what you buy must be good.'
- Style Bubble
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'why i don’t care that some t-shirts cost $200' - by Lauren Sherman:
about a week ago, i received a package in the mail from Gap, stuffed with two of the brand’s new t-shirts. the “Perfect T” collection, which launched July 1, includes tri-blend knits, micro modal tanks, and a soft, relaxed burnout fabric. most styles are just $19.50.
of course it’s nice to receive a gift, but more than that, i was intrigued by the feel of the shirts. they felt, well, expensive.
which leads me to my point. thank you, The Row. thank you, James Perse. but above all, thank you, Michael Stars–the original “i can’t believe these t-shirts are that expensive” brand–for raising the quality bar in the t-shirt category.
now, don’t misunderstand my gratitude. i would never, ever spend more than $50 on a tee. (yes, i know that’s still kind of expensive, but if it’s a silk blend i can excuse it.) but i am glad that these brands exist. why? because it pushes less pricey labels to create better product at a lower price. do you remember what t-shirts used to feel like? they were thick, took years to soften, and often became a funny shape after a wash or two.
why the change? consider a brand like James Perse.
i’m not going to go crazy at James Perse every time i walk in, but i have spent money when there’s been a good sale. my reasoning: why would i spend a few dollars less at a specialty retailer if i can get higher quality on sale? suddenly, the Gaps and J.Crews and even Old Navys of the world are not only competing with each other, they’re competing with LNA, Kain, and Splendid as well.
so we must thank those ridiculous brands for offering up $500 t-shirts. we might not be buying them, but they’ve improved the quality of t-shirts we do buy.
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how old would you be if you didn't know how old you were ? / dammit blog, why didn't i do my qcs on that / psychotic-sci-trance-bush-doof-dance / its as though Western Art began with Andy Warhol /
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MC: what is your mantra for dressing?
CH: highlight the things you like. i like my small waist, so whenever i wear a dress or blouse, i always make sure you can see my waistline. it gives me more of an hourglass shape.
MC: what would you say to women who want to minimize their curves?
CH: instead of trying to downplay your curves, find a designer or style that glorifies them. there are designers who simply don’t design for people with shape and there are those — like L’Wren Scott or Roland Mouret — who do exactly that. once you find what looks best on you, stick with it.
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the whole first post is void due to saying 'brang' instead of 'brought'.
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tongue in chic.
i like this and i have actually been wearing a similar outfit with a black high-waisted skirt and trimmed tank with oxfords. a tucked in shirt isn't comfy so i say just cut off the part that is usually tucked in.
Kirsty said...
beautiful minimal look, without looking like a Celine clone!
XXXXXXXXX
'they are invisible (they let their girls shine), but present none the less.' - Fashionista on the boyfriends / partners of daily style bloggers.
XXXXXXXXX
'so this comment popped up on the previous post which touched on how i justify my spending on clothes...
for my degree show i researched Couture garment details for my jewellery collection especially Schiaparelli (as she was the QUEEN of amazing details, see her trapeze artist buttons!).
this is an extract from an open letter written by Elsa Schiaparelli, requested by the Daily Express on May 21 1936. it is titled; 'from Europe's most discussed dress designer to her daughter'.
it is easy to feel guilty parting with a chunk of money for a piece of clothing, but worse to spend the same on twenty poor quality garments that won't last. when we are next tempted, let's listen to Elsa Schiaparelli's words of wisdom;
'your first inclination will surely be to buy as much as you can for your money. don't give in to it..you can only get to know good clothes from bad by looking at good ones. so, when you see a smart woman, study her. only the rich can afford cheap clothes. if something you see looks worth twice the price, you may be sure the illusion will not last. what you buy must be good.'
- Style Bubble
XXXXXXXXX
'why i don’t care that some t-shirts cost $200' - by Lauren Sherman:
about a week ago, i received a package in the mail from Gap, stuffed with two of the brand’s new t-shirts. the “Perfect T” collection, which launched July 1, includes tri-blend knits, micro modal tanks, and a soft, relaxed burnout fabric. most styles are just $19.50.
of course it’s nice to receive a gift, but more than that, i was intrigued by the feel of the shirts. they felt, well, expensive.
which leads me to my point. thank you, The Row. thank you, James Perse. but above all, thank you, Michael Stars–the original “i can’t believe these t-shirts are that expensive” brand–for raising the quality bar in the t-shirt category.
now, don’t misunderstand my gratitude. i would never, ever spend more than $50 on a tee. (yes, i know that’s still kind of expensive, but if it’s a silk blend i can excuse it.) but i am glad that these brands exist. why? because it pushes less pricey labels to create better product at a lower price. do you remember what t-shirts used to feel like? they were thick, took years to soften, and often became a funny shape after a wash or two.
why the change? consider a brand like James Perse.
i’m not going to go crazy at James Perse every time i walk in, but i have spent money when there’s been a good sale. my reasoning: why would i spend a few dollars less at a specialty retailer if i can get higher quality on sale? suddenly, the Gaps and J.Crews and even Old Navys of the world are not only competing with each other, they’re competing with LNA, Kain, and Splendid as well.
so we must thank those ridiculous brands for offering up $500 t-shirts. we might not be buying them, but they’ve improved the quality of t-shirts we do buy.
XXXXXXXXX
how old would you be if you didn't know how old you were ? / dammit blog, why didn't i do my qcs on that / psychotic-sci-trance-bush-doof-dance / its as though Western Art began with Andy Warhol /
XXXXXXXXX
MC: what is your mantra for dressing?
CH: highlight the things you like. i like my small waist, so whenever i wear a dress or blouse, i always make sure you can see my waistline. it gives me more of an hourglass shape.
MC: what would you say to women who want to minimize their curves?
CH: instead of trying to downplay your curves, find a designer or style that glorifies them. there are designers who simply don’t design for people with shape and there are those — like L’Wren Scott or Roland Mouret — who do exactly that. once you find what looks best on you, stick with it.
XXXXXXXXX
the whole first post is void due to saying 'brang' instead of 'brought'.
YYYYYYYYY
tongue in chic.
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