Inspired By…
Mais oui, it’s another outfit photo. You’re all going to get tired of my mug pretty soon. Between work, getting ready for our yearly ski trip and working on an alternative school placement for jeune homme, I’ve barely been able to complete a sentence, let alone a post. But I do have a lot of fun stuff in the works for next month including a giveaway, so please don’t give up on me yet.
I was inspired yesterday by Tish’s post at A Femme d’un Certain Age about blouses and statement necklaces, and decided to try layering up à la Loulou de la Falaise.
Unfortunately, I don’t have the kind of Loulou-esque statement necklaces in my collection to really pull off this slightly bohemian Rive Gauche look, so think my effort fell somewhat short.
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I did like the blue and white shirt with the black pieces though, and think I deserve some YSL brownie points for that. 🙂 Jewelry-wise, I felt the effect was more Madame Bijoux than Loulou.
Jacket: Eileen Fisher, 2010. Similar.
Blouse: J.Crew, here.
Pants: Eileen Fisher, here.
Necklaces: Short – J.Crew, here. Long – J.Crew and Ann Taylor, both at least a year old. similar.
Bracelet: Ann Taylor, few years old, similar.
Boots: Stuart Weitzman, six years old and counting, similar.
Have you been inspired to try any new styles or combinations lately? How did it work out?
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Love that necklace… 🙂 xv
Vicki, thank you! It’s become one of my favorites when I want a bit of sparkle.
You look so put together! Easy and relaxed. I absolutely love it!
Jennifer, thanks so much!
I think it is just right, Une Femme, and the finished look is sophisticated with a wink.
Patti, thank you!
Aaaaaah but just look at that gorgeous model and that cheeky glint in her eye:). You look fabulous m’dear and I think I’ll take a leaf out of Madame Bijoux’s book coz she looks like a load of fun, even with that grumpy look on her face – she’s piling on the bling!!! xo
Pull Your Socks Up, she’s only grumpy because the waiter’s been slow to refill her wine glass! And thank you.
I LIKE this look on you! I especially like the blue stripe blouse with the black jacket and pants. And, like other posters, I think your necklaces are just right. You look fabulous today!
Susan, thanks so much! I’m really gravitating toward stripes these days.
You’ve got a long way to go before I’d be bored with your outfit posts — this is a great look, very smart — A nice way to take an inspiration and make it work for your lifestyle with what’s in your closet. As for me, seems much more same old, same old, than inspiration lately . . .
materfamilias, thank you. Other than a few new pieces and replacement purchases, I’m also trying to work with what I’ve got. Thank goodness for inspiration from other bloggers! (And you’re one of them!)
I love seeing what you’re up to, sartorially. And I like what you’ve done with the look — I’m also feeling inspired by Tish’s idea and will probably give it a whirl on Saturday, when I’m going to a “chocolatada” (lots of Spanish-style hot chocolate and churros) to celebrate a friend’s birthday. Last year I overdressed, so this year it’s jeans, heeled boots, blouse, sweater, and turquoise. I’ll post if I can get a decent picture.
rubiatonta, it sounds like your jewelry will be closer to what’s needed to achieve LouLou’s slightly boho look. My guess is the hot chocolate there is very good…am I wrong? 🙂
Love your wardrobe posts and I would never get tired of them!
I think we have the same necklace and funny thing I posted mine this morning too.
Tishri rather inspired my thoughts on neck wear.
A holiday sounds very timely and what’s not to love about a white snowy escape to the slopes!
hostess, you’re very kind, and thank you. Yes, we do have the same one, and isn’t it funny we were on the same wavelength yesterday?
I am always interested in your outfits, so post as many as you like!!
For me the ‘less is more’ approach is better, especially in the jewelry department as I’m not staturesque and all! For myself I would just go for the short necklace under the shirt and not bother with the others.
Northmoon, thank you! I do tend to be a minimalist too, but enjoy a little experimentation with layering. I may try multiple shorter necklaces next time.
I have to agree with everyone else that you always look so put together and I love looking at your outfits. It could never be too much:) Love this shirt!
Brenda, thanks so much!
Though I like your necklaces very much on you, if *you* are not comfortable, that’s irrelevent. Lou Lou has no bust to speak of, best situation for wearing masses of necklaces over chest. Your long cardi and jeans make you look tall and svelte! “Column of colour” proves its visual effect again.
Duchesse, thank you. I actually do like the result, just didn’t achieve the original intention. And I agree that it’s harder to wear masses of bulky necklaces over a larger bust. I’m finding not only the column of color, but sticking to a long-over-lean silhouette works best for my proportions.
I love the way you dress. So sophisticated and classy. Never overdone. Just the way I like it. So lovely.
Marla, you’re very kind, thanks so much!
I think you need to be relatively flat-chested to pull off Loulou’s look,so it’s not for me. I like your pieces – definitely not meh!
Sulky Kitten, I agree, but think we bustier gals could still pull off shorter bold necklaces. And thank you!
This simple, classic style of necklaces is perfect for what you have on here. It adds but is not overdone. You always know how to achieve the balance. Hope all of the preparations above go well!
Pam, thank you! Cohesion within an outfit is a good thing.
It’s lovely and very nice. On me though, I always feel overdone with earrings, necklaces, glasses AND bracelets and a watch and a statement ring thrown in for good measure. I am tall and fairly slender but it never looks as right or put together on me as it does on others.
Cornelia, thank you! I think there’s a line for each of us between “statement” and “overdone” and we all have to go by what feels right.
Wow, you look fantastic! I love the suit with striped shirt and the cuffs rolled up are perfect! The necklaces to have impact and perfectly polish off your look. I agree that the statement necklace is an awesome look but can go overboard (I’ve never been able to get it just right). You probably know Tamera from Tamera Beardsley she pulls off this look here http://www.tamerabeardsley.com/2013/01/black-and-white-gems.html. I can’t wait until she starts selling her diy statement necklace looks as I would love to try this look again myself. Have a great day, you look gorgeous!
eliza
Eliza, thanks so much! Yes, I read Tamera’s blog regularly and she does some really spectacular pieces.
Although I am a total scarf person, lately I have tired of them and was looking for a sweater vest and found a great one with a faux fur collar that is a great alternative to wearing “the scarf”! ps many many compliments on it too!
1-2 Punch, that does sound like a great alternative!
Haha No, not meh. Great look! Love the blue stripe with black! Classy!
Ski trip! I’m jealous!
gracefully50, thanks so much! I really love the blue stripes too. I’m *really* looking forward to skiing; there’s been a lot of snowfall this week and we should have some great conditions.
Classy and chic with great proportions, you look fantastic and very confident!
Annette
Lady of Style
Annette, thank you very much!
Methinks your weight loss is showing – very trim!
C, thank you!
I have so few pieces of jewelry these days, that mixing is not possible.
For a necklace, I´d wish to have something personal.
As your outfit is for work, it´s right to keep them ” calm “.
mette, I enjoy both personal and “fun” pieces. And it’s true, this was a workday ensemble so I needed to keep it somewhat professional.
You look so sharp and pulled together, I love it!
cathy, thank you!
Column of color indeed! And I think the fingertip-length jacket looks great on you. It’s a very flattering silhouette for a lot of us femmes, tall or short. Very nice proportions here.
sisty, thanks! I love the longer jackets and cardigans, but they haven’t been easy to find these past few seasons.
Lovely outfit as usual, very classy. Please keep sharing your style with us!
Jeannie, thank you!
That’s a great outfit – the black looks very sharp and the blue stripes are a soft contrast. And I like your jewelry accents – just perfect!
Love that drawing of Madame Bijoux!
Val Sparkle, thank you! The drawing is from the movie “Titanic,” was supposed to be one of Jack’s drawings. I don’t know why that one detail in particular stuck with me after all these years.
And I think that bracelet makes the outfit – Loulou with a cuff, if you will.
LPC, thanks! I actually wear this costume piece pretty regularly.
You boring? Impossible. I think you’re way cuter than Loulou.
Good luck with the school placement. It sounds challenging.
Susan, you are too kind, merci beaucoup! We’re actually halfway there with the school, will meet with the admissions staff in a couple of weeks. Fingers crossed.
I love your outfit posts!
WendyB, thanks!
Do not stop the outfit posts! I love them!!!!
Jane W., so glad you enjoy, thank you.
Very elegant. A good interpretation of Loulou that fits you.
Kathy, thanks so much!
Keep the outfit posts coming! I have been experimenting with color more frequently. I think it has to do with my organizational projects, which includes categorizing. An excavation of sorts.
Style Crone, thanks so much! I really enjoy seeing how you mix colors and textures. You have such a great eye.
You are adorable in all your outfits. Though I am now wondering if you have done any posts on black? I’m finding this color is no longer flattering me after 50. Perhaps the bijou/accessories might help with that? What say you Miss Deja Pseu?
beyondbeige, thank you very much! Black? Well, it’s complicated. 🙂 I did write a post about wearing black way back in the blog’s infancy, but since I’ve come back around to it and pretty solidly, maybe it’s time for an update.
I cannot remember if I commented already but more important, I Pin’d you 😀 Love this combo. You’ve inspired to pile on my faux pearls, something I haven’t done in a long time.
You look fabulous! xoxo
Love your layering my dear! As always you are the picture of stylish chic.
I think you look the business! I’d never thought of necklaces with a shirt but it adds a feminine touch to shirt and suit, a certain je ne sais quoi. I’m inspired to give it a shot myself.
Wow, I had not seen your post until after I posted my outfit but it looks like we had similar inspirations! I love that necklace you are wearing and I think your outfit is smashing! You always look so elegant and put together and I so enjoy seeing what you are wearing.
Love the striped shirt! The jewelry is perfect with the outfit, too. You look so pulled together!
Heather from Friendship, Life and Style
I have a tendency to pile on too much black, so I was really inspired to see how fresh your striped shirt looks with the basic black. The pop of color freshens the overall look and inspires me to think about how to start moving my drab fall wardrobe towards the colors of spring!