Happy Saturday - or as I like to call it, the Day when I will have as big a head of hair as I last had in the 80s.... In looking at pictures from the era, I have come to realize that they didn't care if there was colour everywhere on the face - dark eyes, darl lips and dark cheeks! Should be fun!
Today is indeed party day, but it is early morning, so no decorations or costumes yet! Playlist is ready, and just hope my legs hold out. And since I hope to post a lot of photos tomorrow (don't look for them early!), I thought we could use something calmer, something more neutral today.
This morning I did an online visit to one of my favourite Canadian Design Houses, Judith and Charles. I have several of their pieces and they are of impeccable quality and impeccably cut. I thought I would see whether they had their spring 2013 lookbook up yet, they did, and it did not disappoint! And for my non-Canadian Friends, or Canadian folks like me that live in the middle of nowhere, you are able to call them to place an order online. You can get all of the information you need, as well as see the full Lookbook, by visiting their website here.
But here is why it caught my eye: very simple silhouettes and a simple colour palette for Spring: My personal favourites:
The Celeste Dress in navy. I am not sure of the length, but based on other Judith and Charles dresses they would hit me mid-knee. And while i am short, I have long legs, so if you are interested you would have to ask. I just find this simple, but with a bit of pattern to liven it up.
A red suit. Now, I don't need a red suit, but I might be interested in a red jacket. The quality of their suiting material rivals Theory. I find this so sleek looking. There is a matching sheath dress that would look divine as well - very Nancy Reagan, for those of you who want to redo the 80s!
The Dizzy Dress. I think this would look exquisite with a white or black jacket and a coloured shoe!
How about pairing it with the Viera jacket below? I can't wear that style, but I know others who do so very well!
I am not personally so keen on these trousers, but the blouse is gorgeous!
When I saw this outfit below, I immediately thought of you Ema:
And finally I really love this top and skirt. If I bought it I might look like I have hips!
And I don't know where these shoes are from, but I am starting to look for them immediatelty! How cool are they?
What struck me about these looks is that they look very current but also timeless all at the same time. I don't think you would get sick of these items anytime soon,.
As you know, I love colour as much or more than the next girl (okay I bow down to Rynetta for sure on the colour love - she could whoop my butt on that one!) but I would like to be somewhat more judicicous in its use for myself this year. Or at least have a few more neutral fashion days.
Now the website does not list fabric or prices, you have to call the 1-800# for that, but based on my previous experience, you can assume wools, cotton, silk, and maybe the odd rayon, but I don't think so. I really do attest to the quality. There are shops in the major cities in Canada as well as NYC. I am going to call this week and see if my local shop is getting any of these pieces in this Spring and save my pennies for a dress!
So what do you think? Do you like these clothes? Are you, like me, happy to see some simpler palettes?
Have a great day - I will be busy, since as you know, I love the Nightlife, I've got to Boogie...
And still, no one will lend me a white horse....
Stay Safe Out There!!
Today is indeed party day, but it is early morning, so no decorations or costumes yet! Playlist is ready, and just hope my legs hold out. And since I hope to post a lot of photos tomorrow (don't look for them early!), I thought we could use something calmer, something more neutral today.
This morning I did an online visit to one of my favourite Canadian Design Houses, Judith and Charles. I have several of their pieces and they are of impeccable quality and impeccably cut. I thought I would see whether they had their spring 2013 lookbook up yet, they did, and it did not disappoint! And for my non-Canadian Friends, or Canadian folks like me that live in the middle of nowhere, you are able to call them to place an order online. You can get all of the information you need, as well as see the full Lookbook, by visiting their website here.
But here is why it caught my eye: very simple silhouettes and a simple colour palette for Spring: My personal favourites:
The Celeste Dress in navy. I am not sure of the length, but based on other Judith and Charles dresses they would hit me mid-knee. And while i am short, I have long legs, so if you are interested you would have to ask. I just find this simple, but with a bit of pattern to liven it up.
A red suit. Now, I don't need a red suit, but I might be interested in a red jacket. The quality of their suiting material rivals Theory. I find this so sleek looking. There is a matching sheath dress that would look divine as well - very Nancy Reagan, for those of you who want to redo the 80s!
The Dizzy Dress. I think this would look exquisite with a white or black jacket and a coloured shoe!
How about pairing it with the Viera jacket below? I can't wear that style, but I know others who do so very well!
I am not personally so keen on these trousers, but the blouse is gorgeous!
When I saw this outfit below, I immediately thought of you Ema:
And finally I really love this top and skirt. If I bought it I might look like I have hips!
And I don't know where these shoes are from, but I am starting to look for them immediatelty! How cool are they?
What struck me about these looks is that they look very current but also timeless all at the same time. I don't think you would get sick of these items anytime soon,.
As you know, I love colour as much or more than the next girl (okay I bow down to Rynetta for sure on the colour love - she could whoop my butt on that one!) but I would like to be somewhat more judicicous in its use for myself this year. Or at least have a few more neutral fashion days.
Now the website does not list fabric or prices, you have to call the 1-800# for that, but based on my previous experience, you can assume wools, cotton, silk, and maybe the odd rayon, but I don't think so. I really do attest to the quality. There are shops in the major cities in Canada as well as NYC. I am going to call this week and see if my local shop is getting any of these pieces in this Spring and save my pennies for a dress!
So what do you think? Do you like these clothes? Are you, like me, happy to see some simpler palettes?
Have a great day - I will be busy, since as you know, I love the Nightlife, I've got to Boogie...
And still, no one will lend me a white horse....
Stay Safe Out There!!
