tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6260249633634164991.post456583020546620804..comments2024-02-03T10:59:44.384-05:00Comments on What To Wear Wednesdays: Here's to a Basic Wardrobe!Shari Braendelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07785980426298777686noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6260249633634164991.post-57864135017359751242008-01-24T12:11:00.000-05:002008-01-24T12:11:00.000-05:00I totally agree on the jeans. I live for jeans. ...I totally agree on the jeans. I live for jeans. I live IN jeans! LOL. I'm a stay at home mom, so what else but jeans and yoga pants do I need? Ha!<BR/><BR/>I do not have a white blouse, although every fashion show seems to say that it's an essential. I also don't have a blazer. I live in cashmere sweaters and dress slacks for church, and t-shirts or sweaters with jeans for daily wear. Or yoga pants and t-shirts when I'm really casual.<BR/><BR/>I do have a couple denim jackets in various washes and shapes. All are structured and help define a waist. I like to wear them in the warmer months over a tank top and a skirt. I wear them a lot to church like that.<BR/><BR/>I feel overly dressed in a blazer, though.Musings of a Housewifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09854615817486354491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6260249633634164991.post-28203098016852933462008-01-12T18:00:00.000-05:002008-01-12T18:00:00.000-05:00My basic pieces are dark wash Ann Taylor Loft jean...My basic pieces are dark wash Ann Taylor Loft jeans and Ann Taylor black dress pants- I love the way these pants fit me (and I am in my 40's too). I have a white blouse that ties at the waist with 3/4 length sleeves from Coldwater Creek that is a staple since I can wear it year round. I am slowly trying to buy nice pieces of clothes since I am a SAHM and the rest of my wardrobe are sweats and old ratty jeans and plain tees. <BR/>Thanks for all the advice Shari- I just tried zafu and I am anxious to try the cheaper jeans to replace my old ones, since I can't afford all Ann Taylor stuff.Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06039547674016305225noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6260249633634164991.post-20528234563637176422008-01-12T14:01:00.000-05:002008-01-12T14:01:00.000-05:00Hi Shari!I am kind of new to your blog but think I...Hi Shari!<BR/>I am kind of new to your blog but think I have posted before...I sent you the article about "Do Pets Go to Heaven?" <BR/>I live in Tacoma WA and I LOVE fashion and style but am finding it trickier to pick out what looks best now that I am almost (gasp!) 50 this year!...I am learning that 'less is best' in many ways with clothing, accessories, makeup, etc....<BR/>I enjoy reading your blog and fashion expertise!Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05575872158431227773noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6260249633634164991.post-57941519385757958762008-01-11T17:58:00.000-05:002008-01-11T17:58:00.000-05:00Zoe girl, You are NOT too old for jeans...you, my...Zoe girl, You are NOT too old for jeans...you, my friend, are ripe for them! And oh my goodness, you are going to love the new website I just posted about today...you've got to check it out, order jeans to your body type and let us all know how they fit...I'm gonna do the same. The website is Zafu.com Also, I usually dry clean my jeans. Although my faves right now get cold washed then hung to dry. And they turn out great! love ya, ShariShari Braendelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07785980426298777686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6260249633634164991.post-30647490858418672432008-01-11T17:56:00.000-05:002008-01-11T17:56:00.000-05:00Welcome Kelly! I think you must be new to this bl...Welcome Kelly! I think you must be new to this blog and I can tell you are quite the fashionista yourself! And a very "classic" one, at that! I'm with ya on the 3piece suit, that will certainly be on my final list. Thanks for checking in and posting! ShariShari Braendelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07785980426298777686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6260249633634164991.post-7402202432018600372008-01-11T14:47:00.000-05:002008-01-11T14:47:00.000-05:00This is my list of wardrobe basic must-haves:Nice ...This is my list of wardrobe basic must-haves:<BR/>Nice black pants.<BR/>Dark dressy jeans.<BR/>Little black dress (basic that you can dress up or down.<BR/>A few cashmere sweaters in black, white or cream, and a color that looks good on you. <BR/>A knee-length trench coat.<BR/>Low-heeled nice black pumps.<BR/>Black suit (3 piece preferably with knee-length skirt, pants and jacket).<BR/>Pearl stud earrings, diamond (or cubic zircs) stud earrings and gold and silver hoop earrings, proportion to size.<BR/>Classic handbag, structured & framed, in black or cream.<BR/>I am looking forward to reading more of your posts about wardrobe..I just got the new book Bazaar Guide to Style and it has a lot of wonderful info and pics in it for women of all ages!<BR/>KellyKellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05575872158431227773noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6260249633634164991.post-85081716003153236642008-01-11T12:15:00.000-05:002008-01-11T12:15:00.000-05:00Hey Shari,I can't live w/ out my black pants. My d...Hey Shari,<BR/>I can't live w/ out my black pants. My dress slacks and my casual everyday black pants, which those are really like yoga pants. <BR/>I'm on my way to losing some weight, so I hope to get back into ALL my clothes soon..ha<BR/>Blessings ~ AlyceAlycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13506613813697706723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6260249633634164991.post-43268538231873835362008-01-11T12:08:00.000-05:002008-01-11T12:08:00.000-05:00Hi Shari,I think an ABSOLUTE must have is black dr...Hi Shari,<BR/>I think an ABSOLUTE must have is black dress pants! <BR/>And in response to Zoe's point on not finding the right pair of jeans, I love Ann Taylor Loft jeans and I am a bit shorter than her. I think they look very nice for the "40ish" woman. <BR/>Blessings,<BR/>MargaretAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6260249633634164991.post-41017354099088862012008-01-11T07:51:00.000-05:002008-01-11T07:51:00.000-05:00Shari,What a great topic for your blog!! I do have...Shari,<BR/><BR/>What a great topic for your blog!! I do have a few questions about jeans.<BR/>1. When is a woman too old to wear jeans?<BR/>2. I've heard you say that there really is a style of jeans for every body type but so far this 5 foot 3 inch "O" body type hasn't found them. You know how I feel about clothes, "If if it doesn't make you look and fell fabulous don't buy it! <BR/>Honestly, I haven't worn jeans in 10 years; I know you find that shocking. HA!<BR/>3. Do you recommend washing or dry cleaning jeans?<BR/>I can't wait to read about the other basics. It's great to have my "personal stylinst" so handy.<BR/>Love you,<BR/>ZoeZoehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06585200662910954852noreply@blogger.com