WIW: 30/3/12 Eileen & Sara & Marilyn

Girls' lunch out at my daughter's school so I dressed in a girl-designed outfit!

I am wearing one of my new BP camis in ivory, topped by a peacock blue Eileen Fisher knit shirt that I got on sale in NY. I bought it especially to work with my consignment tweedy jacket, but I knew it would work with many other items also. I popped the collar outside my jacket lapels and also showed the sleeves on top of my cuffed jacket cuffs.

Today I paired it with my print knit skirt. This is one of my few remaining A-lines. For some reason it seems to work better for me than many others do, these days, maybe because the fabrication is so soft that it doesn't stand out stiffly from my body, or maybe just because the colours are so vivid and versatile. It is also designed by a woman. I got it at Fresh Collective in Toronto (http://www.freshcollective.com/designers/) and it is made by Mandala Design: Modern Clothing, Vintage Vibe (http://www.mandaladesign.ca/). You have seen it a bunch of times before; I find it is a great MOTG skirt. It's lined in a nice soft fabric and I literally feel as if I am wearing loungewear when I have it on (except for footwear, etc.) I have added a wide black belt for some waist definition (and also to hide the skirt's elastic waist!)

Wearing it with my Marilyn Anselm for Hobbs black crepe jacket. I know the jacket is a bit long for dresses, especially with an A-line, perhaps, but I'm hoping the nipped in waist makes it work okay.

Nude microfishnets. And to ground it all, my Doc Saras! They got LOTS of comments at the lunch.

So, what do you think? Does it work for the occasion? Fun and flirty, or too vintage-precious?

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14 years ago

cheryle (Dianthus)

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Love it. The colors and layering are beautiful. I think it is perfect for the occasion with a bit of trendy and a lot of fun.

ManidipaM

Suz, so clever to use the cami and jacket to echo the colour-blocking of the Saras! And that skirt is AMAZING! Imagine having such a gorgeous print to fall back on just when the season is all about pattern! You're a lucky lady --- and a talented shopper & stylist. Because amazingly, there are tonal echoes of your hair in the skirt as well!

You look absolutely fantastic --- fun and sophisticated and laidback and just a little edgy/experimental. You sparkle here!

Transcona Shannon

I want this outfit - all of it! It's ladylike with a bit of edge with the Saras. It's fabulous Suz! Are the Saras getting more comfortable for you? They do generate comments, don't they?

Sona

Eileen, Sara and Marilyn are having a famous time thanks to Suz!! They thank her for this wonderful simultaneous journey!!

HelenInCanada

Beautiful, harmonious look, Suz! And I LOVE the Doc Saras - fun retro vibe.

Suz

I put an insole in the Saras and they are much more comfortable, yes. My ankle bones are lifted a bit. Now I need heel grips for them; the shoe is just slightly too large for me. But I know I wouldn't have fit the 4 comfortably, either; tried on the 4 Marcies and they were way too small.

jayne

Does it work! it is over the top! the jacket looks great with the skirt and the Doc's are perfect finish. Loved the pop of color and collar!

CocoLion

Beautiful classic-with-a-twist outfit Suz! Definitely fun and flirty with the addition of the Saras.

I'm glad they're getting more comfy for you - don't you wish Docs were made in 1/2 sizes as well? Maybe we should put some YLF pressure on them (lol)!

There are enough of us, Shannon...it just might work!! Seriously, though, the Saras are going to be great. I can tell. And I am SO in love with Docs again.

Happy sigh...

Me too! I can see me adding one pair of Docs per year to my shoe wardrobe, as new styles come out. I can honestly say I have never had such happy feet!

Tanya

You look wonderful Suz! Love how you put all the colors together and very envious of the Docs.

Beth Ann

Expert layering, Suz, and a terrific overall look. I love the blue blouse -- such a deep, but still vibrant color!

Meredith1953

Suz,
It looks BEAUTIFUL on you!! What a great combo of blues and the print skirt!!! Those sara's add such a playful kick to it. I bet your daughter is very proud! I had to smile when I read Shannon's comment because I knew should would love to wear this outfit!

Jem

This is a gorgeous outfit! I love that the shoes give it an extra edge. I'm sure you looked more fab than the other mothers!

Sarah A

I really love the richness of the deep blue blouse and the peek of cami is great to bookend your fab new shoes. The whole look is so chic!

Mona

Very well put together, Suz. The Doc's bring a beautiful smile on your face.

Anonymous

Suz, this outfit is incredible!!! PERFECT in every way! I am crazy about those shoes on you and I'm glad they're becoming more comfortable. You hosiery looks great (I can't even see it) and I love that skirt on you . The belt really looks good with it, and I would NEVER have guessed that the skirt has an elastic waist! Never. That (divine) blue shirt you're wearing is knit? I don't know Eileen Fisher, but I love it! And you found a *cream* camisole? Brilliant! And the bookending of the white Saras was not lost on me. I think the black jacket is fine with your A-line skirt. Like you said , the skirt is soft and drape-y so it totatally works! You really know your stuff Suz. You look FABulous and I'm sure all of the girls agreed!

Not vintage-precious. Fun 'artistic professional' It looks simultaneously crisp and relaxed.

Sharon, I love what you said; that's exactly how it felt—crisp and relaxed and a little bit playful. And thanks, everybody else, too!

I am really learning how important the right footwear is to a look. I never knew this before YLF, or actually, I suspected it, but I had no idea how to go about getting the right stuff! I still feel as if I'm a rank beginner in that department, but it really helps to pay attention here.

The shirt is incredibly comfortable. I remember I had a few knit button downs back in my youth. Seems like a weird contradictory idea, but if the cut is right, it can work well.

Crisp--Shape/structure
Relaxed--Fabrications
Fun--Color/Print, accessories

MsMary

I love this, Suz! You absolutely did what you set out to do with this outfit!! And aren't the Sara's fun? People just love 'em, don't they?

Parsley

This is just a fun but perfectly coordinated outfit! I love the blue, black, and white color combination. And of course the Docs really set it off to perfection.

Adorable!

catgirl

More black and white and blue - so inspiring! I have GOT to bust out the Saras more.

You look wonderful and what a great idea to wear women designers to this luncheon! I am in awe of your styling powers. I still love that skirt but didn't pursue it for myself when DH reminded me that I have enough skirts as it is. The Docs are amazing.

Aida

I think you look great in this Suz! Very nicely put together. When I first looked at the photo I thought the skirt was printed culottes and oooooohed right out loud here at work. I think you need some of those }:)

Mochi

This outfit packs so much interesting detail but yet shies away from being over the top. It's youthful, funky, quirky (but not overly so) and just full of personality. Yay!

christy

Could you BE any cuter? Love the fun but pulled together vibe of this outfit. Fab!

Thanks, all - you are so sweet and encouraging. I learn from each and all of you.

Aida, you are dead right, I DO need some fun printed culottes!

Alas, I don't have them yet but I do have some fun gauchos (thrifted) that I will soon pull out for YLF discussion! Plain, not printing, but I will see what I can do with the top half.

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