The Garden Club of Virginia has a website with lots of pictures of past tours and info. with suggested itineraries around the state that week. www.vagardenweek.org. Usually admission to the historic places they've helped restore is free during the tour, like Mount Vernon, Montpelier, etc. so that's neat. We went last year and Judith Locke's (the jewelry designer) house and gardens were on one of the tours. Very beautiful.
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The Garden Club of Virginia has a website with lots of pictures of past tours and info. with suggested itineraries around the state that week. www.vagardenweek.org. Usually admission to the historic places they've helped restore is free during the tour, like Mount Vernon, Montpelier, etc. so that's neat. We went last year and Judith Locke's (the jewelry designer) house and gardens were on one of the tours. Very beautiful.
Super nice to hear that you've got a strategy for building an H silver capsule. Thank you for the compliment about my bracelets, I really appreciate it.Hi eagle thank you for the advice.
I admire your silver pieces and how they look on you.
Your beautiful examples have definitely inspired me to investigate H silver and indeed jewellery lately whereas before I passed.
I am going to take your advice and get the confetti now. See how it goes and maybe down the line get a farandole.
My SA said she had held it for me as we were waiting for a pareo to come in that I was going to look at, but it hasn't arrived yet so I think I will just go up for the confetti anyway so that she doesn't let it go.
BTW there is a great eBay reseller here that sells old designs of H jewellery.
I have had a couple of bracelets from her and shown my SA who has confirmed they are genuine.
If you want the sellers name PM me.
I am without a computer at the moment, borrowing DH's iPad this morning but as soon as I am back to normal in the next few days I will pick up.
Have you worn capes, Prepster? I never have. But I was thinking of making one. Does wearing one make it impossible to carry a shoulder bag? Any tips you have about capes, length, is a lining needed, what temperature range are they good for?
Eagle, I tried this cape in solid black at Dior. It was really flattering because of the way the belt fit a the waist. It is a cashmere with no lining. It was very pretty. It would fit well over a blazer. That's always a plus. But I was afraid I would feel like I was wearing a costume. Plus it was rather expensive. I didn't want to take a risk on something that I might not wear. It wasn't super warm. I thought it was a fall not winter piece.
The cape is pretty. The styling they've chosen is indeed costume-y to a ridiculous degree. Is she wearing a RIDING HELMET? Puh-leez.
Picturing the cape with, you know, actual street clothes, I think it could look very chic. But I agree, wearing a cape well requires planning. They are not "throw on and go" pieces.
Picturing the cape with, you know, actual street clothes, I think it could look very chic. But I agree, wearing a cape well requires planning. They are not "throw on and go" pieces.
I thought I would look a bit ridiculous getting into a BMW wearing this. It really requires a horse. [emoji23]
Some potential good news - looks like the Boston Dior is expanding! They put up a large construction wall beside the store, so I think they're taking over the space next door. Hopefully means more room for RTW and bags.
Lol. But If you had that hat you could keep snacks up there. I suggest Twinkies, for that little extra cushioning when one has an unscheduled dismount.
Eagle, Making your own is a great idea, so you can experiment with various lengths and styles. I have several capes. I think they give an outfit a little swish.
You're right , you would need to carry a clutch or handbag. I like them lined because it helps them slide on/off sans wrestling, and prefer places to put my arms through, vs. a closed cape. I also like some shoulder seams or darts like the one above so they stay put. I suppose they are best in the Fall, but I like them in Winter too because they will fit over a bulky sweater without feeling constricted.
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This cape is beautiful, but the styling is ridiculous. The equestrian element came across before she put on a riding helmet
and she's obviously not actually going to get on a horse wearing heeled boots.
Lol. But If you had that hat you could keep snacks up there. I suggest Twinkies, for that little extra cushioning when one has an unscheduled dismount.
Eagle, Making your own is a great idea, so you can experiment with various lengths and styles. I have several capes. I think they give an outfit a little swish.
I think they are so comfortable, but I always hesitate. My mom had a cape that I used to borrow, but it's floor length so definitively too costume-like for me now. I think capes are excellent for when you're being driven around by someone else. Like so many things; high heels, fitted clothing etc! But I get frustrated because I don't see the practicality for daily life. As soon as you reach your arms out to drive the car then you're cold, and since the only handbag options are hand-carried, again you need to have your arm somewhat outside of the cape.
Another item that is so beautiful to my eyes but also so impractical are coats with 3/4 length sleeves. Jackets are a different story, but if it's cold enough that a coat or a cape seems like a good idea it's also cold enough that I want my arms to be covered all of the way. I know you can wear long gloves, but am I really the only person who ends up taking off my gloves all of the time to do things?
Some potential good news - looks like the Boston Dior is expanding! They put up a large construction wall beside the store, so I think they're taking over the space next door. Hopefully means more room for RTW and bags.
Yes. It is scheduled to open in a few weeks. I seriously doubt I will ever set foot back in that store. They had no merchandise (somewhat understandable given renovations), but they were very difficult about bringing in merchandise. They won't pick up the phone and speak to another human being. They simply text you two word responses: sold out, not arrived. They told me there was only one spring bar jacket in my size in the country. I told them I was willing to pay for it right then and have it shipped. They didn't pick up the phone to call. They emailed. Of course it had sold by Monday. Never did they take the time to say, this bar jacket for fall is exactly the same except slightly shorter. It was just their texting nonsense. They finally let it slip that they are no longer allowed to transfer from the New York store. So I picked up the phone on Wednesday. A lovely SA from New York called me back, we had a very helpful conversation about the pieces that interested me and they will all arrive today FedEx.
Service at most stores in Boston stinks. Plain and simple. If they are going to bring in more exclusive brands or expand they had better get someone in here to train them on proper customer service. For now I'll head to New York. Sorry for the rant, but truthfully I don't get it. I will say that Chanel in Boston is the best.
So true about capes and 3/4 sleeve coats. Or heavy tweeds in pastel colors. When would anyone wear them? Interesting that my Chanel manager said they definitely steer clear of impractical things like this when they order for the store.
I love the idea of a 3/4 sleeve coat with long gloves, it just looks so terrific. I imagine collecting gloves in various colors like magenta suede, and pumpkin, puce, and saffron, and wearing a different pair every day with maybe a matching silk scarf. Very Jackie Kennedy meets Genevieve Antoine-Dariaux. About the time I get my act together enough to actually dress like that every day, 3/4 sleeve coats will slide back into obscurity and I won't be able to find one. Let alone puce elbow-length kidskin gloves.
I love the idea of a 3/4 sleeve coat with long gloves, it just looks so terrific. I imagine collecting gloves in various colors like magenta suede, and pumpkin, puce, and saffron, and wearing a different pair every day with maybe a matching silk scarf. Very Jackie Kennedy meets Genevieve Antoine-Dariaux. About the time I get my act together enough to actually dress like that every day, 3/4 sleeve coats will slide back into obscurity and I won't be able to find one. Let alone puce elbow-length kidskin gloves.
It's a fun thought though. Very elegant.