tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post6020928421948258659..comments2023-10-11T04:09:53.564-07:00Comments on materfamilias writes: evaluating the valise wardrobematerfamiliashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-88850719484782551922011-04-07T23:06:56.747-07:002011-04-07T23:06:56.747-07:00Mardel: In fact, I'm becoming more and more a ...Mardel: In fact, I'm becoming more and more a fan of dressing in dresses and can't see much wrong with building a wardrobe, prints and all!materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-37808659176194713332011-04-07T04:32:14.468-07:002011-04-07T04:32:14.468-07:00You are right, it is the light, the buildings, the...You are right, it is the light, the buildings, the culture, but they all seem to fit together in each place. <br /><br />And yes, I do have that stunning dress, but I would also like a smaller print. I love that dress but I also want a more versatile dress. Woman cannot live with one dress alone, at least not this woman.Mardelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04850551308931710502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-75029160161213605822011-04-06T23:25:21.633-07:002011-04-06T23:25:21.633-07:00Mardel: Your analysis seems right to me -- I would...Mardel: Your analysis seems right to me -- I would add to the light, the buildings, the cultural elements of a place is the fact that one is a different version of oneself there as well -- see what I've written to Tiffany above.<br />And are you kidding me? You haven't found a print dress yet? Your wonderful Stella McCartney?!!! I saw it here in bon Marché and O. M. G.!!!!<br />Hostess: What a great suggestion -- I'll take full advantage of Pater's neck as a scarf-holder (although I suppose I should take care with the colour choices;-)<br /><br />Jillian: You made me chuckle -- I'm not used to the deep V, but, especially with the new bra, Pater seemed to appreciate it when I wore it last night.<br />The trench is a Burberry and it's a really useful length, I agree.<br />Patricia: That's true -- a very softened stained glass effect, but I see that now you've pointed it out.<br />Pavlova: Maybe that's worth a very quick post -- coming up soon.<br />Karen: Thanks! Sweet of you to follow along and to take time to comment.<br />Duchesse: Actually, your recommendation at one point that every woman who gets to Paris should make sure to buy lingerie here has been echoing in my head the last trip or so -- this time, I decided to make it a reality. And now I'd be sure to repeat the experience, for sure"!<br />K: Not sure I'll do photos, but I can assure you there was lots of lace. And I followed your advice and bought panties for every bra (sometimes I only splurge for the more 'special' ones) -- indeed, I even bought two different panties to match one. Your influence is wide, m'dear!<br />Terri: The lingerie has only been an indulgence of the past few years -- before that, budget constraints and my diminuitive attributes kept bra-shopping low on my list.materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-15742450838100137542011-04-06T23:13:37.915-07:002011-04-06T23:13:37.915-07:00Tiffany: It's probably true that even at home,...Tiffany: It's probably true that even at home, while I love the brightness, it's not as flattering as the muddier tones -- but there, because I'm in my own element, I'm less aware or concerned about how it looks. And yes, it will be a pleasure, with whatever scarf I do buy here, to casually refer to its Parisian provenance.<br />Alison: I swear, the lingerie shop we went to had charm and fit in every possible size. As for the dress, Avoca. The shoes, really, are a comfort shoe -- Eneka. No way could a Repetto stand up to the paces I put these through!<br /><br />CoutureAllure: I knew there was a reason I took so many photos -- they may bore some of my readers, but I'll know someone's keen to see them. It was a wonderful exhibition, and I'm sorry you weren't able to see it.<br /><br />Marguerite: Ines may deem leggings a no-no, but they seemed the perfect solution -- no way could I suffer for style in footed tights NOR were my way-too-white legs ready to bare. Lightweight leggings were the perfect solution. As for the lingerie shopping, the GF element was a new one for me, but she was very helpful and we had fun.materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-84080537870945890302011-04-06T19:20:01.750-07:002011-04-06T19:20:01.750-07:00Sounds as though you are doing very well with the ...Sounds as though you are doing very well with the wardrobe you brought. Interesting discovery about the turquoise scarf--context is all? Eager to hear about the lingerie shopping. Having had anyone fuss over that since I purchased maternity bras.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-64245793070718799492011-04-06T19:06:25.053-07:002011-04-06T19:06:25.053-07:00Eeek! I can't wait to see photos and to hear m...Eeek! I can't wait to see photos and to hear more about the joy of lingerie shopping in Paris. What could be finer?? You are too sweet about me. It would be so fun to go lingerie shopping with you. On that topic, I received a couple of "basics" from Figleaves today. Happy to say the fit on each was perfect (I've owned them before so it's not rocket science, but still nice). I was explaining to a friend about one of them, describing the candy pink lace fabric - whereupon she told me "pink lace is not a basic - under any circumstances". I got a total kick out of that. I say, buy as much lace as you can find. It goes under everything. Trust me. :-)K.Linehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15350615302797686048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-15279965697442576512011-04-06T16:06:01.859-07:002011-04-06T16:06:01.859-07:00You are doing a magnificent job! Bras: Bon Marché ...You are doing a magnificent job! Bras: Bon Marché has fabulous lingerie dept. Of course there are lingerie boutiques on every corner too. I always buy- half the price of what the French brands cost at home.Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-32121492862207812532011-04-06T15:46:45.038-07:002011-04-06T15:46:45.038-07:00I love your silk dress with the platinum flats. T...I love your silk dress with the platinum flats. The colors look great on you.<br /><br />I am enjoying your trip!<br /><br />Karen (sil) :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-61356986725443876552011-04-06T14:47:34.231-07:002011-04-06T14:47:34.231-07:00Love the dress....tres chic! I continue to be imp...Love the dress....tres chic! I continue to be impressed with<br />your carry-on wardrobe. How are you managing with beauty <br />products in the one quart bag...that restriction is my nemesis!! Also, many thanks for your wonderful travel posts. I am enjoying the trip....pavlovahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01809182203387660034noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-4751577010235169352011-04-06T12:53:59.436-07:002011-04-06T12:53:59.436-07:00Yes, the dress is lovely! It's almost a stain...Yes, the dress is lovely! It's almost a stained glass effect - so pretty! P.Patriciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05504513116873595049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-91403167141640734052011-04-06T11:01:20.570-07:002011-04-06T11:01:20.570-07:00Love your new dress! And work that v-neck :)
I al...Love your new dress! And work that v-neck :)<br /><br />I also oogled your trench...the cut but especially the length.jillianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05864066847052675219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-62899465460954675142011-04-06T07:15:56.972-07:002011-04-06T07:15:56.972-07:00Oh what a dreamy post...Repettos, a cheery printed...Oh what a dreamy post...Repettos, a cheery printed dress and tights...and now more shopping.<br />As a lingerie lover myself I'll be most interested as to how the French experience compares.<br /><br />Good luck with the scarf acquisition and more than one on the plane or get pater to throw one on his neck :)hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-4983036401155622032011-04-06T06:48:17.714-07:002011-04-06T06:48:17.714-07:00Oh I too am eager to see the photos of the Gres ex...Oh I too am eager to see the photos of the Gres exhibit. But this post is so full of interesting things it is a joy to read. <br /><br />Your new dress and shoes are lovely and you look very stylishly comfortable and au courant. I was just looking at some nice print dresses but haven't found the right one for me -- yet.<br /><br />I agree about the scarf being too bright for Paris, and know you will find a lovely new one; I agree that scarves are a worthwhile investment because they get so much use and have a far longer wardrobe lifespan.<br /><br />What is interesting about the color of your too bright scarf is how much location and style influence each other. I had noticed this long ago, when we traveled and was pleased when I got the palette right for a trip as it seemed I so often got it wrong and when I first went to Milan I finally understood Armani's color palette for example. <br /><br />So this is a long winded way of saying that although our color choices are at least partially dictated by taste and personal coloring, I increasingly think that environment plays a greater role than we tend to credit. Pieces can overlap but the way of looking at color especially tends to vary with the light and the environment, especially the light.Mardelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04850551308931710502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-73262984238097438082011-04-06T06:44:23.830-07:002011-04-06T06:44:23.830-07:00The silk dress and tights, adorable! Reading this...The silk dress and tights, adorable! Reading this post with great interest. We will be there in 2 weeks with only a carry on bag each. Watching the weather trends closely. Can't wait to hear more about the shopping for lingerie. Ooh, la la. I shop solo for foundation wear, lol.Margueritehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00235496900839925466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-61147208260469088422011-04-06T03:55:17.577-07:002011-04-06T03:55:17.577-07:00Love your new dress! I cannot WAIT to see your ph...Love your new dress! I cannot WAIT to see your photos of the Gres exhibit. I'm so glad you went! It wasn't open when I was there in December, much to my chagrin.Couture Allure Vintage Fashionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10381287774029728350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-38789359961822947452011-04-06T02:33:57.060-07:002011-04-06T02:33:57.060-07:00Scarves are a real nightmare to get right, I find ...Scarves are a real nightmare to get right, I find if one is too bright it can be toned down by twinning with another, but then you might get too hot. You can easily justify the scarf by the cost per wear ratio as they get far more outings than most clothes do and never date either.<br />The temperatures are unbelievable, especially when I think back to the foul Easter's I have for the last 3 years. <br />That floral number is so bang on trend and really suits you especially with your curls. <br />I am a solo shopper and I don't 'do' underwear, I loathe it and wear underwired vests or jersey bras, I am 40B, so imagine the choice that gives me!!<br />I want some names please, what make is your dress? And those shoes are divine, names!<br />Oh and thank you for your birthday wishes, another year closer to the big 5-0!indigo16https://www.blogger.com/profile/16982477144454205765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904021173466473381.post-35934460190197952812011-04-06T02:09:10.148-07:002011-04-06T02:09:10.148-07:00Wow, plenty to absorb in this post. Interesting ab...Wow, plenty to absorb in this post. Interesting about the scarf - sometimes I buy a bright one, but it always languishes unworn. It's the warmer, deeper 'muddy' tones that work on me, sadly, even though I'm drawn to the pretty colours like a bowerbird. <br /><br />It sounds like you've done extraordinarily well with your carry-on wardrobe. And frankly, it doesn't matter so much if you have to carry more back, does it? You deserve the additions! And when someone admires your dress/shoes/cardi, you can say casually, 'oh yes, picked it/them up last time we were in Paris'. Sigh.Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11536212906241844509noreply@blogger.com