tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post6480707401948384231..comments2024-03-28T22:30:17.628+13:00Comments on How to be Chic: Fashion HomeworkFiona Ferrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01493105915055099408noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post-55424332870234984232010-10-29T13:27:10.612+13:002010-10-29T13:27:10.612+13:00Fiona,
As already mentioned, lightweight linen tr...Fiona, <br />As already mentioned, lightweight linen trousers should do the trick. Get a wide legged pair and a straight legged pair. And try not to rule out skirts--they have become my summertime fave! I bought two linen A-line skirts, one khaki, one dark blue, that have a kind of "sporty" look to them and I pair them with embellished t-shirts (I am not a fan of the tank because of a rather large chest that I tend to camouflage at all costs). I wore these skirts all summer. Stay cool!Jeanne Mariehttp://vintagedreamer.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post-75153139804863869862010-10-05T15:31:24.892+13:002010-10-05T15:31:24.892+13:00Hi Fiona,
My solution has been similar to the oth...Hi Fiona,<br /><br />My solution has been similar to the other commentators; lots of pale linen tailored trousers (white, beige, tan) that are still machine washable since I have two toddlers, and pencil skirts in either cotton sateen or denim as these pair well with all of my tops that I would wear with pants. I still have trouble with ultra casual, though. We are going to a big playground on friday with playgroup when it will be 35 degrees, and i know that my pencil skirts or linen won't be practical - what to do?!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02188187745311694038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post-11948756449539556442010-10-04T04:04:32.072+13:002010-10-04T04:04:32.072+13:00Fiona,
You're so right about how some empire t...Fiona,<br />You're so right about how some empire tops make people look pregnant--not a great look unless you actually are. I was picturing the straighter ones with less gathering and bulk. That kind might be harder to find. <br />CharleneCharlenenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post-40825973381250384052010-10-03T18:41:45.552+13:002010-10-03T18:41:45.552+13:00Jo, thanks so much for your kind comments. And to...Jo, thanks so much for your kind comments. And too for your French holiday observations. I'm most envious that France is so close to you.<br /><br />La Vie Q, I agree, winter is easier and more fun to dress for.<br /><br />Charlene, some empire line tops and dresses make the wearer look pregnant. Not the look I am going for! A denim skirt is a great idea for me to look into. Merci.Fiona Ferrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01493105915055099408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post-10699951240946372612010-10-03T08:21:28.920+13:002010-10-03T08:21:28.920+13:00Hi Fiona,
I'd second the idea for casual dress...Hi Fiona,<br />I'd second the idea for casual dresses. I especially like ones with an empire waist that aren't too fussy. They seem to be flattering for every figure and they're so comfortable. I wonder if you'd enjoy a denim skirt in a pencil or A-line shape that hits about knee length. I used to have one that I wore all the time. It paired well with almost any kind of top that you would wear with pants, but it was cooler and more comfortable. You could probably wear it year round with boots and tights in the winter or sandals and bare legs in the summer.<br />CharleneCharlenenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post-71312657378650485822010-10-02T15:05:20.076+13:002010-10-02T15:05:20.076+13:00Hi,
It seems I spend most of my time, between the...Hi,<br /><br />It seems I spend most of my time, between the gym and yoga, in workout clothes; the clothes I wear for gardening are beyond discription.(-: It is so hot here in the summer that otherwise I wear cropped pants and tank tops or sundresses and try to dress it all up a bit with acessories. Winter offers more opportunity for fashion. Coincidently...my post tomorrow will be on having nothing to wear for a special occassion - it seems we are all in the same boat. LOLLa Vie Quotidiennehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01348063467803160245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post-37737008574805226082010-10-02T10:51:28.658+13:002010-10-02T10:51:28.658+13:00Hello Fiona
I'm new to your blog and have been...Hello Fiona<br />I'm new to your blog and have been going through your archives this week reading and enjoying everything you've written. You have a nice way of expressing yourself.<br />I live in London and we don't really enjoy much in the way of summer here but I'm lucky enough to have a summer holiday in France every year. And I can't help but take note of what those stylish French women are wearing:-) <br />I always see LOTS of linen, trousers and skirts, always in light colours - mostly white but also beige. (Proper trousers, not 3/4 length.) My personal feeling is that if you don't feel right wearing skirts that you should forget about them.<br />JoJohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06713571011782856536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post-86441660494639123812010-10-02T07:16:28.634+13:002010-10-02T07:16:28.634+13:00Janet and Stephanie, thank you for your ideas. I ...Janet and Stephanie, thank you for your ideas. I think I will look out for some linen pants and casual dresses on my shop travels. Merci!Fiona Ferrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01493105915055099408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post-71673829533154857852010-10-01T10:40:00.307+13:002010-10-01T10:40:00.307+13:00I hate summer because it's extremely hot where...I hate summer because it's extremely hot where i live and dressing is a challenge. Although, I do like the idea of casual dresses for summer as they seem to be the coolest (temperature wise) thing to wear. Maybe if you want to mix and match with your existing tops, a skirt or two would be a better option. And I like Janet's idea of linen pants.Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09289348366926684135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4130537499074859934.post-62503285832770939902010-10-01T10:18:06.160+13:002010-10-01T10:18:06.160+13:00hi fiona,
i live in a very hot summer climate and...hi fiona,<br /><br />i live in a very hot summer climate and i really don't like wearing shorts in public places like restaurants and such. i've been living in white linen pants pretty much all summer long. also, a pair of lightweight levis that i roll the cuff. i don't like 3/4 pants either. i do like lightweight skirts that i usually wear a white shirt with. i know i'm not very trendy but i am predictable.<br /><br />~janetthe gardener's cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16447809353998632722noreply@blogger.com