Whenever adding a new item to my
wardrobe, I look forward to playtime... to find out
how it mixes and matches with existing pieces, and to discover how it
transforms cherished staples into new looks.
Regardless whether the new item is an accessory or piece of clothing, or if it was expensive or cheap... the twisting of the capsule kaleidoscope is fun with them all. My recently bought 'cheap and chic' sweater is no exception, and it is great fun to discover a few shades of grey...
Regardless whether the new item is an accessory or piece of clothing, or if it was expensive or cheap... the twisting of the capsule kaleidoscope is fun with them all. My recently bought 'cheap and chic' sweater is no exception, and it is great fun to discover a few shades of grey...
Above:
Capsule pieces: cotton/wool trousers by Tara Jarmon, and grey sweater
Shoes: two-toned ballet flats
Accessories: Hermès 'La femme aux semelles de vent' 90 dip dye carré, 'Quadrige' enamel bracelet and 35 Kelly in etoupe
Scarf
tying method: twist wrap (knotted very low, leaving short ends). Please click here for a how-to
Scarf ring: MaiTai Collection horn scarf ring - moyenne size 
Above:
Capsule pieces: waxed red jeans by 'Un, deux, trois', and grey sweater
Shoes: grey patent flats
Accessories: Hermès 'Coupons Indiens' 90 carré, Clic-clac enamel bracelet in bourgogne and Birkin in ebene
Scarf
tying method: asymmetrical shoulder wrap
Scarf ring: MaiTai Collection scarf ring in ebony (instead of using a scarf ring, you can also secure the ends in a double knot)Accessoires in detail
Still playing with Ms Grey.... part two coming soon!
I love the way you have styled your new top. I also love both of the bags you featured.
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DeleteLoving the outfit with the red pants! So classic and beautiful!
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Brooke
Merci, Brooke!
DeleteI love the first outfit, especially with the Ballerinas, the scarf and the bracelet being "transitions" between etoupe/taupe and grey - really beautiful and so elegant! Again I am confirmed that I have to invest in accessories. ;-)
ReplyDeleteAs so often, it's all in the grey zone, dear Feechen ;-) Could not agree more with your investment strategy!
DeleteDear Mai Tai,
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderfull Range of combinations such a Sweater offers! I bought such a long wool Blend Sweater years ago at H&M - and unbelievably he became a cherished Basic piece all Year round :-)
BTW the waxed red Jeans are awesome! Are they available in Germany, too?
Still waiting for my SA to call that my wished colourways of the clf arrived (cw 4 and 12)..
So Nice you had some Time to Spend with your Friends, this Sounds like Great Fun!!
Lovely greetings, Christina
Love H&M too, made a few very good purchases over the years. The jeans are from 'Un, deux, trois's current AW collection, so chances are pretty good that they are still available. I know they have boutiques in Germany, perhaps you can find out more via their website:
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Fingers crossed for the CLF, and good luck with the jeans!
Thank you very much for your kind help!
DeleteI found a boutique in our town.. The brand offers a wonderfull range of clothes.. :-)) found a matching Shirt, too..
Your Outfits are a wonderfull inspiration, Thanks again, Christina
So happy to hear, many thanks for the update! Love the brand, and so nice to be 'jeans twins' with you :-)
DeleteDearest MaiTai,
ReplyDeleteThank you for another grand playtime - you are a true artist and the most beautiful inspiration. How I admire your imagination and the sheer magic of your creativity. Both versions are fantastic - I'm so in love with the grey ensemble, a totally weak in the knees moment! Thinking of you lots, sending you all my love with big sunshine hugs xxx
So very glad you enjoyed the playtime pics, my dearest Scarf Enthusiast! Knowing how much you love grey, I thought of you when putting the grey look together <3 Can't believe it's already the end of November, thinking of you too, my dear friend xx
DeleteI totally agree with dear Scarf Enthusiast. You are such a wonderful inspiration for us and your beautiful Picture Book a huge lesson on how to dress well. I love grey too! Thank you, dearest MaiTai, for these beautiful new looks! Sendinng you big hugs from the North, Manuela
ReplyDeleteYour lovely and kind words are so much appreciated.. many thanks, my dearest Manuela <3 With warm hugs from a (still) sunny South.. rain is coming our way though!
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ReplyDeleteI love your blog and I love your inspiring minimalistic approach to dressing peppered with quality accessories. You are also a very beautiful woman who carries herself with poise and charm. I have a question: what shoes do you wear? I see some are RV, but ballet ones? some are Blochs, but which ones? and the ones in this post, the two tones? Thanks for your help. Bernadette
So nice to hear you enjoy it here, many thanks, dear Bernadette. Love ballet flats (I wear many different brands, Blochs are very comfortable, but I love Repetto too. The ones shown above are by Dorfer...bought in a tiny boutique in St Germain. They were not expensive, but they last very well and are truly comfortable!). The Blochs I have are black patent leather. Hope this helps :-)
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