Sunday, December 22, 2013

Winter market - Capsule wardrobe #117

Just before Christmas, the local markets are dotted with stalls celebrating the outcome of the autumn olive harvest... producers present their new olives and the first oil pressings of the Year. 





Chestnuts are another winter market staple





Beautiful bright green Picholine olives


Oysters from nearby Bouzigues are part of every market scene in our area




Olive bread made in a traditional artisan way, and of course delicious when dipped into fresh olive oil!




Without the coat - black in black capsule wardrobe


Capsule wardrobe pieces: black sweater, jeans and knitted waistcoat
Shoes: black ankle boots
Accessories: Hermès 'La Presentation du Cheveaux' 90 carré



Walnuts from Grenoble..



some of which will be part of DS' stocking in a few days time



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44 comments:

  1. haverfordgalDecember 22, 2013 at 5:26 PM

    Oh how I adore your market posts! The olives, oils, and chestnuts ( those earthy tasting little gems!) evoke the traditional tastes of the holiday. It seems that as I age, I want to hold onto the traditions and memories of Christmas past, and you're making some new and lovely ones for DS.
    I wish you a holiday filled with joy et bonne année et bonne santé!

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 23, 2013 at 9:23 AM

      So happy you enjoyed coming along to the market! Christmas in our house is a bit like Europe in a nutshell...because of the different backgrounds in our family, we have traditions for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (some European countries celebrate on the 24th and others on the 25th). DS is certainly not complaining! ;-) Bonnes fêtes to you too!

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  2. Maison BeldecorDecember 22, 2013 at 6:05 PM

    Hello dear MT,
    Wishing you and your family wonderful and relaxing Christmas days. I'm looking forward to your elegant styling tips next year.
    Take care, Bine

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 23, 2013 at 9:23 AM

      Frohe Weihnachten, dear Bine! Have a beautiful and relaxing Christmas time too, and a fabulous New Year ahead!

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  3. TrudyeDecember 22, 2013 at 7:05 PM

    Xmas market photos,perfect! All things olive,perfect! Oysters, perfect! Etoupe and black,perfect! Your smile while sitting with DS and wearing your special scarf,sublime! May that peace and happiness be yours throughout this Xmas season and beyond,dear friend!
    Wishing the best and the brightest of holidays to all gathered here and look forward to sharing this space with you all next year! Sending hug Texas hugs across the www with love, T xx

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    1. TrudyeDecember 22, 2013 at 10:30 PM

      Oops ...huge;-)

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    2. MaiTaiDecember 23, 2013 at 9:24 AM

      It was a perfect and happy outing indeed, my dearest T <3 You have such a wonderful way of spreading warm and happy cheer... it makes the www vibrate with positive energy! Thank you for giving so much, my dear friend. Have a most wonderful and happy Christmas and New Year too xx

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    3. ManuelaDecember 23, 2013 at 11:09 AM

      Merry Christmas to you too, dear Trudye! Christmas hugs, M xx

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    4. Scarf EnthusiastDecember 23, 2013 at 11:12 AM

      Yes, thank you, dear Trudye, for spreading such joyful cheer to all! Thank you for the wonderful enthusiasm and bright energy you bring to this special place. I look forward to your marvelous, witty and always spot-on comments. Wishing you and all our dear friends here joyful holidays and a wonderful New Year! Looking forward to spending many happy times with our very dear MaiTai! Big friendship hugs with love, S.E. xx

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    5. TrudyeDecember 23, 2013 at 1:52 PM

      You ladies are the best...heartfelt thanks<3 A special Xmas toast with the bubbly to all, xx

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    6. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 7:29 PM

      I am so very thrilled to see exchanges and friendships growing here over time... you ladies make this such a special place <3

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  4. AnonymousDecember 22, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    Dear MaiTai, thank you for this impressions. Your coat looks wonderful. Seems to be very
    light. I bought walnuts from Grenoble here in germany as well. They taste very good and have such a thin nutshell. Merry christmas and happy New Year. Gabriele

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 23, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      The coat is unlined and very light indeed (I bought it a few years ago in Düsseldorf).. like the nuts from Grenoble! ;-) Merry Christmas to you too, and all the best for 2014!

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  5. ladyjane963December 22, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    Dearest MaiTai,

    Wonderfull stroll around your local market through your lovely eyes.

    Wishing you and your dear family a Merry Christmas and everything you wish for in 2014

    Best Jane xx

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 23, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      Thanks so much, my dear Jane <3 Wishing you a very happy Christmas, and a fabulous New Year too x

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  6. Jen LawrenceDecember 23, 2013 at 1:16 AM

    Love the market. And fabulous coat!

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  7. AnonymousDecember 23, 2013 at 2:18 AM

    I love this post Mai Tai, I feel like I'm there. I'm drooling over the oysters. Of course your style is impeccable and your H scarves are perfectly styled and chic. Who does the photography or is that another talent of your's?

    Brian

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 23, 2013 at 9:27 AM

      Thank you, Brian! I love capturing images, and unless I am in them myself, it is usually me who takes them :-)

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  8. UnknownDecember 23, 2013 at 10:07 AM

    Magnifique, Mai Tai, merci de nous faire partager ces jolis moments.
    Amitiés
    Joyeuses fêtes de Noël

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 7:30 PM

      Merci! Je vous souhaite des très belles fêtes de fin d'année!

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  9. Scarf EnthusiastDecember 23, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    Dearest MaiTai,
    What a beautiful sight - the loveliest outdoor market bursting with flavor, all bathed in sunshine! ITA with dear Trudye - everything is just so very merry perfect! But most, I love the picture of you sitting and smiling with your DS - divine! Thank you for taking time from your busier than busy time to share these special moments <3
    Thank you, my dear friend, for all the beauty and happiness and goodness you've brought us. Wishing you and your loved ones the happiest and brightest Christmas and New Year! Sending you all my love with warmest Christmas hugs and kisses xox
    P.S. Love the falling snowflakes <3

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 8:16 PM

      My dearest Scarf Enthusiast, you bring so much warmth, sunshine and beauty to this little community, and it is very much down to you and the other lovley ladies that this has become such a happy and special place <3 I am sure many readers look as much forward to your comments as to my posts! Hope you had a most wonderful, merry and cosy Christmas, and wishing you a happy and fabulous New Year ahead xox

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  10. ManuelaDecember 23, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    My dearest MaiTai,

    I enjoy your market posts a lot too. They are so colourful, so interesting, a true feast for the eyes. Will most probably make your tapenade palmiers tomorrow.
    You look wonderful in your beautiful coat, wearing you pretty and very special scarf and your lovely smile. <3
    Love your waistcoat, such a great alternative to a cardigan. So charming!

    Wishing all the ladies here, and you and your family very specially, a very Merry Christmas and a happy new year. With much love, Manuela

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    1. Scarf EnthusiastDecember 24, 2013 at 9:01 PM

      A very Merry Christmas and a happiest New Year to you, my dear Manuela! Thank you for the making this magical place extra special with your warmest and kindest friendship with all the wonderful joy you bring <3 Very much looking forward to spending another beautiful year with you and all our dear friends here in 2014! Big Christmas hugs and kisses with love, S.E.

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    2. ManuelaDecember 25, 2013 at 3:12 PM

      Dear Scarf Enthusiast,
      Thank you so much for your very kind and heartwarming words. <3
      Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you too!
      I am so thankful to have found this lovely space where, regardless of where we live, we can share thoughts and feelings with our dearest MaiTai and with eachother. You express yourself so beautifully and
      I always look forward to reading your lovely and so well written posts.
      Hope you´re spending a very Merry Christmas with your loved ones and look forward to sharing another year with you and all the ladies here as well. Big Christmas hugs from Denmark, Manuela xx

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    3. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 8:03 PM

      Oh my dearest Manuela, your tender and lovely words always touch me, and as Scarf Enthuisast put so beautifully, you bring so much joy to this place. Thanks so much <3 Hope you had a wonderful Christmas, and looking forward to another year of friendship and sisterhood fun! xx

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    4. Scarf EnthusiastJanuary 1, 2014 at 4:20 AM

      Thank you so much, my dear Manuela, for your kindest words <3 I am so grateful to have met you and all the wonderful 'sisters' here in MaiTai's magical world! Thank you, dear Manuela, for always bringing such special loveliness and the most joyful friendship to all. A most Happy New Year to you and yours, and to our dearest beloved MaiTai, with sparkling friendship hugs and kisses, S.E. xox

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  11. AnonymousDecember 23, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    Thank you for the lovely seasonal post. Everything looks delicious including you dear Mai Tai.
    The weather looks great where you are . Iam listening to howling winds swirling round the house as I take a break from cooking. Sorry I haven't been in touch this year .I have been busy since the birth of my seventh grandchild. ( not much time for knotting with tiny sticky fingers about! )
    Happy Christmas to you and yours and continued success in 2014.
    N. J.

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 7:57 PM

      How lovely to see you again, dear N.J.! So thrilled about the wonderful news, there could not be a happier reason to keep you busy! Hope you had a wonderful holiday season, and have a fabulous New Year ahead.

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  12. Coulda shoulda wouldaDecember 23, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    Just want to wish you and your family a merry Xmas and a happy new year!! Xx

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 7:31 PM

      Hope you had a most wonderful Christmas too, and wishing you all the best for 2014! xx

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  13. AnonymousDecember 23, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    Dear MaiTai,

    Like to many others, I especially love your market posts. I imagine I am in the crowd enjoying the sights and goodies! Thank you for taking the time to share with us.

    Can't wait to see your wonderful styling tips and lovely photos for 2014!

    Merry Christmas to you and your family and wishing you love, peace, and joy for the New Year!

    Warmly, Simone xx

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 7:52 PM

      Dearest Simone, it is wonderful to know that you enjoy the market outings, thanks so much for coming along and for making it all the more fun!

      Hope you had a most happy and wonderful Christmas too, and wishing you a most fabulous and happy New Year ahead! <3

      xx

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  14. AnonymousDecember 23, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Dearest MaiTai,

    Thank you for taking us along to visit the delightful sights of the winter market...the most outstanding of course, you and DS walking together.

    Joyeux Noel!

    much love,
    sammie : )

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 7:34 PM

      Bonnes fêtes, dearest sammie! So many beautiful memories are created this time of year.. the happy market day is definitely one of them <3

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  15. doriDecember 23, 2013 at 1:50 PM

    Liebe Mai Tai,
    wundervolle Markt Impressionen hast du für uns eingefangen!
    Du siehst wie immer großartig aus....so unprätentiös elegant,
    einfach perfekt!
    Ich wünsche Dir und Deiner Familie ein frohes und gesegnetes
    Weihnachtsfest und alles Gute für 2014!
    Liebste Grüße
    Heike

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 7:45 PM

      Liebe Heike, herzlichen Dank für Deine netten Zeilen und guten Wünsche! Ich hoffe Du hattest ein wunderschönes Weihnachtsfest, und wünsche Dir ebenfalls ein ganz wunderbares Neues Jahr!! LG :-)

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  16. AnonymousDecember 23, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    Je vous souhaite un très joyeux Noël entourée de tous ceux que vous aimez et qui vous aiment, en présence ou en pensées.
    xx Catherine

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 7:40 PM

      Merci pour vos gentil voeux et pensées, chère Catherine! J'espère vous avez passé des très belles fêtes, et je vous souhaite un superb nouveau année 2014!

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  17. AnonymousDecember 25, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    Dear Mai Tai,
    Wonderful photos. I adore this savoir-vivre. Olives, Maroni, the market and your beautiful family. Is the carre your mom's or was the mustard colored one hers? We also do a mix of traditions - old world and new world. I adore my lavender sachet. Frohe Weihnachten und liebe Grüsse.
    Tanja

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 7:43 PM

      Dear Tanja, such fun to mix traditions, the more the merrier! Hope you had a fabulous Christmas, and wishing you a fab New Year! My mother's carré was the sunshine one <3

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  18. AnonymousDecember 25, 2013 at 11:47 PM

    Merry Christmas!!!

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    1. MaiTaiDecember 27, 2013 at 7:34 PM

      Many thanks! Hope you had a wonderful Christmas too.

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