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#1,921
baghag21 said:
Excellent choice! I would like the black version but my store has ordered the white only. Will have to do a global search....
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I'm hoping the white works for me. I could use more warmer weather options. But white is definitely tricky. The black will be classic and beautiful.

Update on my black navy skirt to match my jacket: it's going back. I don't feel as if I need the matched set. That's quite a break through for someone who always collects the set. It's beautiful but not love for me.
 
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#1,923
baghag21 said:
Ooooo I love these. It's so classic and Jackie O-inspired. Looks like wool which will make it a no-no for me ☹️
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I think they are wool. The neck is pretty but could itch. Have a feeling they would be too short for me. My store is expecting them so of course I will have to try them.

I support you Pbp. With Chanel it has to be love :) ground control is here and in a couple of months Cruise will start to ship! And soon the spring runway show !!
 
#1,928
bags to die for said:
I'm going in to try on this skirt again and my SA is getting the black version from the window for me to try.

I would love both but am stopping at one. I do have the black mermaid skirt and am leaning towards the cream but it's still hard to decide. Any thoughts?

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It's gorgeous on you in cream! If your lifestye can handle a cream skirt I would get that one. If your budget allows both, the black is nice too. But a nice cream skirt is not easy to find and is so nice in a 'winter neutral' outfit.
 
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#1,929
Pourquoipas said:
All great pieces. I'd be tempted to get a bracelet length on the jacket. I always wonder if that's a thing to stay or just a fashion statement.
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I like bracelet or even 3/4 length sleeves on me as they make me look skinnier and taller. But I may keep this one long sleeved as I want to wear as an outer wear jacket in fall. The back panel is quite thin though, so I may still need a sweater under it. The front is bulky due to the double breasting and the inner wool part of the lining. My pink/black jacket is very similar but even more airy due to the loose weave.

Pbp, good call on not keeping the skirt, since you didn't love it. I was going to ask what your DH thought of it. Have you tried the jacket with a above-the-knee flared skirt yet? That may be a flattering silhouette. I almost want to see it with a straight heavy tweed skirt that ends above the knee.

Or even a very narrow below-the-knee length (or shorter) skirt? That would mimic the runway look more, but more wearable for non-model heights.
 
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Genie27 said:
I like bracelet or even 3/4 length sleeves on me as they make me look skinnier and taller. But I may keep this one long sleeved as I want to wear as an outer wear jacket in fall. The back panel is quite thin though, so I may still need a sweater under it. The front is bulky due to the double breasting and the inner wool part of the lining. My pink/black jacket is very similar but even more airy due to the loose weave.

Pbp, good call on not keeping the skirt, since you didn't love it. I was going to ask what your DH thought of it. Have you tried the jacket with a above-the-knee flared skirt yet? That may be a flattering silhouette. I almost want to see it with a straight heavy tweed skirt that ends above the knee.

Or even a very narrow below-the-knee length (or shorter) skirt? That would mimic the runway look more, but more wearable for non-model heights.
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Genie: I like it with these two skirts so far. Exactly as you suggested I think. Also over my new knit dress or with my longer pleated Hermes skirt. (I don't have photos of those two.). So I have plenty of options. And I'm trying to not overcrowd my closet with things that aren't perfect. I also prefer it over solid black or navy. Houndstooth head to toe is a bit overwhelming. Note: the pencil skirt is just above the knee. It looks longer in the photo.

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Pocketbook Pup said:
Genie: I like it with these two skirts so far. Exactly as you suggested I think. Also over my new knit dress or with my longer pleated Hermes skirt. (I don't have photos of those two.). So I have plenty of options. And I'm trying to not overcrowd my closet with things that aren't perfect. I also prefer it over solid black or navy. Houndstooth head to toe is a bit overwhelming. Note: the pencil skirt is just above the knee. It looks longer in the photo.

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I love the outfit.
 
#1,934
Genie27 said:
Yes! That second skirt is perfect!!! I love the bare leg with both looks - now to convince you to wear a touch of something light/bright/sparkly by your face. :)
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My SA showed me that it needs a crisp white blouse near the face to brighten it up. I tried the chanel ruffled blouse but I can't bring myself to pay $1850 for a cotton blouse knowing that even the best cotton blouse will age and yellow over time. So I'm looking for something similar but less expensive with a white stand up ruffled collar to peak above the neckline of the jacket. Baby steps. Thanks for your advice!
 
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Oh, that would be perfect! I hope I didn't overstep - I see something come together in my mind, and then I want to see it, and in my eagerness, can be a bit bossy. (from telling people what to do all day, at work).

But I know certain looks are where we go automatically - I'm myself am stretching into pale neutrals territory and although some of you make it seem so effortless, I find it very tough.
 
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