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Sunday, September 8, 2013

Capsule wardrobe - Autumn additions

Request submitted by C.D. via email

Hi MaiTai,


As a subscriber, I am always thrilled when an e-mail arrives announcing a new MaiTai posting. I appreciate the time and thought that you devote to your blog. I am sure as a mother and wife that you are extremely busy! Your capsule wardrobe selection are stylish, practical, and elegant! Have you updated or added to your early fall or autumn capsule wardrobe? Do you have time to share it with your readers?


Thank you.

C.

Many thanks for the request and kind note, dear C. These are the pieces I added so far:



A warm and cosy black sweater ('Boston College' by Sessùn)


Knee length black dress with faux leather details by Gerard Darel (not available on the US site yet, please click here to see it on the french site)

 

Mustard wool skirt by Sessùn, ('Broadway by light' in amber gold)


Jacquard trousers 'Ordinale' by Max&Co

already featured here

Picotin Lock in Kraft Taurillon Clemence leather (size GM)  by Hermès


 
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35 comments:

  1. ilsaSeptember 8, 2013 at 6:01 PM

    Dear Mai Tai,

    In spite of the still warm weather I absolutely love your new additions..
    The LBD by Gerard Darel it's ABS FABS... Can I copy you????
    It seems that as a women of certain age we never have enough black pieces.... in my last trip to Paris I bough an Anne Fontaine chemise in white with some details in black, and another LBD....

    I can't wait to see how you are going to "play" your new pieces with your wonderful scarves collection.

    How do you plan your new seasons additions?
    Which one come first, the lovely Picotin or the clothes?

    As always thanks in advance for your kindness and generosity

    Regards from Barcelona

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:54 AM

      It is still warm here too, dear ilsa (after all, we are not too far from you). The early mornings are wonderfully crip and cool already, and autumn is definitely in the air... Re your question, the Picotin came first. I already had a longing for mustard colors ... so when I saw it, I knew it was perfect. The black pieces should work for years to come, and the little skirt bring a fresh breeze to some trusted winter staples. Good luck with your shopping, it would be great to become twins on the dress with you!

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  2. The enchanted homeSeptember 8, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    Your fall wardrobe is off to a great start!All my favorite colors and how great is that coatdress, so chic! This reminded me to pull my picotin bag out of hiding...love your wonderful classic style!

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:29 AM

      So nice to hear you like the new additions, merci! Hope your Picotin has many happy autumn outings to come!

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 8, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    Dear MaiTai,

    Your new fall pieces are just lovely and so classic. I especially like the black sweater dress with the leather patch pockets! Can't wait to see how you style your new additions.
    Thank you for sharing your classic and timeless looks with us.

    Anxiously waiting! Simone

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:39 AM

      Thank you, my dear Simone! The dress seems to be quickly making friends (it won me over in a heartbeat too)! Hope you'll enjoy the upcoming looksheets featuring the new additions, and have a wonderful autumn ahead!

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 8, 2013 at 8:54 PM

    Very nice additions, dearest MT. Gorgeous color selection for your new Picotin. I'm anxious to see your new mustard skirt in action. It speaks 'Photo Finish' to me foremost, likely because we're scarf twins on this one. And I agree with Barcelona, the dress is fabulous!

    Warm orange hugs,
    CS

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:33 AM

      You are so right, my dearest CS... 'our' Photo Finish will be such a great autumn companion for the new skirt and Picotin! Can't wait for cooler weather to come.. Autumn hugs x

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  5. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2013 at 8:25 AM

    Wonderful as usual but completely my color predilection.
    Your new Picotin in this colour is really really nice and all your new aquisitions could suit me!!
    Looking forward to seeing you into the little dress, i imagine aleady but we will see.
    Amities
    Monica

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:36 AM

      Merci, chère Monica! I can see why you like the colors ;-) Glad you like the new Ms Pico Kraft too. It's such a great neutral, and yet has a little twist. Have a wonderful rest of the week! Amitiés

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  6. CatherineSeptember 9, 2013 at 9:14 AM

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  7. CatherineSeptember 9, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    These are lovely additions to your wardrobe. I look forward to seeing how you style these.

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:10 AM

      Many thanks, dear Catherine. Hope you'll enjoy the upcoming style sheets :-)

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    Dear Mai Tai, although we're entering the reverse of your seasons, early Spring here in Australia, I am always in interested in how you interpret classic colour for each season. But what happens if, like me, black drains your face? What about converting the black in the capsule to navy blue or grey? Do you think it would still work? (With the correctly toned scarves of course)

    Can't wait to combine orange, taupe, camel and cream shades for our summer as per the beautiful Hermes summer windows from your earlier posts. Cheers and thank you.

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:22 AM

      Dear Prue, many thanks for the good question! You can absolutely replace black by navy blue or grey, or with charcoal or dark brown, or whatever color suits you best (mustard for instance, goes beautifully with all these too). But you could also wear black with a scarf... it acts as a color barrier, and illuminates your face regardless of the black underneath. Have a wonderful spring and summer ahead!

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  9. Live LifeSeptember 9, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    Morning

    I love the new colours, I will be looking for similar now in the UK. Keep up the great style inspirations and as always love the photos.

    Sue B, Kent

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:09 AM

      Many thanks, dear Sue. Have fun shopping for happy mustard pieces!

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  10. UnknownSeptember 9, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    Très chère MAITAI j adore vos nouveaux achats tous se marie bien ensemble c est magnifique j aime tout particulièrement la robe DAREL elle est magnifique ;
    Passez une belle semaine.
    Bises.
    MYRIAM

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:56 AM

      Merci, ma bien chère Myriam! La robe Darel est vraiment formidable, et trés facile à porter. Une belle fin de semaine à vous! Bises

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  11. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    Brilliant additions to your wardrobe, especially the Darel dress! I can't wait to see how you're going to enhance them with your scarves and jewelry.
    The weather here, in Philadelphia is getting cooler (crisp in the evenings) and I couldn't be happier. Soon, the trees will be blanketed in reds and golds, and aroma of pumpkins and spruce will permeate the air! Yay!

    Barbara A


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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:59 AM

      Oh your descriptions of autumn joys are so evocative, my dear Barbara! Can't wait for it to arrive. Our weather is similar to yours. Hope the days will become crisp soon too, and out come the boots, sweaters and furs. Have a wonderful autumn ahead!

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  12. ladyjane963September 9, 2013 at 2:38 PM

    Dear MaiTai,

    Love your new additions and look forward to seeing them in your action shots,

    Especially love your new Picotin, can I ask how your liking the GM size compared to the MM. I have a Picotin GM Gris T myself and was thinking maybe if to buy another colour to get an MM size.

    Have a lovely week
    Jane x

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 10:53 AM

      Love both sizes, dear Jane! The GM is fabulously casual, and looks great carried over the shoulder. The MM can easily swing from casual to a bit more dressy, and because it is smaller, it's also perfect for a fun pop of color. Love the sound of your GM in GrisT, what a great combination!

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  13. SybilSeptember 9, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    Hi Mai Tai,
    I just recently subscribed to your blog and I am compelled to let you know how much I love getting your posts. I enjoy your photos, the outfits accessories and how you put them all together, your instructional videos. I love your style and your blog is just so fun to read and look at. Love, love, love. Thank you!

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 10:53 AM

      Many thanks for the lovely comment, and a warm welcome to my blog, dear Sybil!

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  14. hair-messSeptember 9, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    Love mustard - awesome choices, but of course I didn't expect anything else. :D Thank you, C.D. for asking and Thanks, dearest MT for sharing your new capsules! with warm hugs, Macs

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  15. ChristinaSeptember 10, 2013 at 2:11 AM

    Oh how lovely! Such expertly chosen pieces. I can't wait to see how you wear them all. With grace, I'm sure.

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 10:54 AM

      Thank you, Christina! Now we only need the weather to cool down..

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  16. ManuelaSeptember 10, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    Dearest MaiTai,
    Congratulations on your new capsule pieces. I look forward to seeing them combined with your pretty RV and some of your scarves. Your Picotin is truly pretty and 'kraft' such a lovely colour. Have a wonderful day. Autumn hugs, Manuela xx

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 10:58 AM

      Happy you like the new family members, thank you my dearest Manuela <3 Can't wait to combine them with the existing pieces... it is always the part which is most fun. Have a wonderful rest of the week xx

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  17. Beautiful LifeSeptember 11, 2013 at 12:11 PM

    Thanks for sharing your lovely new purchases with us, they are gorgeous. I really like the dress in particular, dresses are so easy. I have made a few autumn purchases myself - all in a beautiful rose pink cashmere from Brora - various separates, including I have to confess, socks and mittens - I like to be prepared. But for now the weather is very clement here in the UK, so I will keep those wrapped up against moths and put away for now. Thanks for your inspiration.

    s

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:02 AM

      Oh it is always such fun to prepare for autumn. Your Brora items sound lovely, and carry the promise of rustling leaves and fires in the evening. Love their bedsocks, have had them for years. Happy autumn!

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  18. TrudyeSeptember 12, 2013 at 2:46 AM

    Love these fab new purchases and cannot wait to see them in action! So happy to be GM Picotin cousins with you;) I am a fan of this size and Kraft is a great cw! I cannot wait for the first 'cool front' to roll in! I am such an autumn girl<3 Orange Autumn cheer for a great weekend ahead dear friend,
    T xx

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    1. MaiTaiSeptember 12, 2013 at 11:07 AM

      So very thrilled to be GM cousins with you, my dearest friend! Celebration hugs and cheers to you <3 Waiting with you for the cool front to come... here's to Autumn and all the joys it brings xx

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