Suz, you look fantastic! The way you describe the extra structure you get from the BD, I can now see what you mean compared to pic #2. I must say I love both outfits, but I do see and understand the comparison. BTW I do agree about Radiant Orchid, definitely your colour!

LOVE #1!!!!

Oooh! I love the way your orchid cuffs *pop* out like that, colourwise. Brilliant.

Also, the grey boots look like they fit perfectly at the calf. I'm so impressed (and jealous).

Lastly: you left out the 411 on the most important item... haha, the puffer!

SO divine! You look radiant in that shade of purple. Love how promptly you used Angie's color scheme.

Ah...thank you!

Diane, I am glad if that description helped a bit. I find it so very helpful when Angie or Inge or other forum members are able to articulate these small details. It has taken me a long time to see these small distinctions for myself, even longer to see them on myself, and longest of all to articulate them -- and I'm still not always able to. Yet when it comes to truly honing a style, I think this is what separates the fashionable from the truly stylish. When you begin to see and feel what works best on your body, and what allows you to shine, you are golden. (Or silver, as the case may be, LOL.)

It still takes a lot of work at times to express it in the clothing. Careful shopping and wardrobe building.

Rachylou -- that puffer coat is made by Lole, the Montreal gear firm. It is a few seasons old now (3?) and still as good as new -- with pretty much constant daily wear for 3 to 4 months a year. They don't have the same coat anymore but it is similar to this one.

What a soft and gorgeous combination – I loooove the fit of the pants. I have a couple of trousers with a similar cut and I wish I could find some more in other colors, but, nowhere to be found right now within my price range. The pops of color at the cuffs and collar look so playful, I bet it's nice to see your orchid cuffs in action while typing.

I should have known you'd have your formula version up presto! Great job/very Urban Prince, Suz! You have such a lovely, cohesive style. And yes, your legs look very long in those trousers. Enjoy orchid for me!

Great job. Definitely your color!

The orchid is glorious on you. Such beautiful pieces and combinations. Are those the second pair of La Canadienne boots? I can't recall what the ultimate resolution was with those.

The lilac shade glows on you, Suz! You look lovely.

Wow, that was fast!
Really nicely done Suz, you shine in this colour.

(and what's BD? )

Great peek of color from the shirt as the bottom layer in #1.

So pretty Suz! I love outfit #1 - that blouse is a beautiful color on you! Do they still have them at BR? You look lovely!

I'm studying these beautiful outfits and am in awe of your wisdom and skills with your wardrobe. I'm wearing a similar loose pullover today...actually a man's left behind by DS. What it needs is that bit of structure provided by your button down!

I was also trying to figure out why I liked #1 over #2 & see you've already done so. Your outfits are fab & I love to read about your fine-tuning

Way to shop that closet! The orchid looks awesome on you.

So beautiful--simultaneously soft and strong. I love the grey and orchid together. Too bad those pants aren't made anymore. They're perfect on you.

I love the loose sweater over the purple shirt. Great combo.

More love from me here too! I really like the fit of that grey sweater on you, tempered fluidity at its best. And of course the Theory trousers are sublime.
Let's be on the lookout for radiant orchid together this year: this is one of my best colors too!

Wow, this is such a gorgeous color palate on you, Suz! I love all variations. And those Theory pants fit you perfectly - I am so jealous! Dress pants just never seem to fit me.

love the radiant orchid peeking out from the grey sweater, and the flow of the trousers. another stunning outfit

Fabulous take on the grey, lilac, and black color scheme!

ooh #1 - I see why you are frustrated that they changed the design of those trousers. You look super!