WIWx2: mustard on everything (French's and Grey Poupon)

I'm not sure mustard is really the best color for me, especially right by my face, but I like it so I'm wearing it anyway. Two days in a row this week.

First outfit (French's yellow mustard) is what I am wearing today. Handknit top and midi skirt. I haven't worn this skirt at all this summer, not sure why. I realize the proportions are rather unconventional but I thought it was interesting so I left them as is rather than add a belt for balance. It somehow manages to make me look like a long waisted rectangle (and you know we always want what we do not have)! What do you think?

Second outfit (Grey Poupon dijon mustard) is from yesterday. I am loving my Liberty shirt for summer, especially like this with the semi-tuck and cuffed sleeves. It's so easy and comfortable.

#1: handknit top, Max Studio skirt, Fly London gladiators, H&M bag
#2: J Crew/Liberty shirt, Anthro pants, Gap belt, Naot sandals

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12 years ago

Anonymous

I really like both of these Diana!

I like the proportions in 1 a lot. 2 is superb also, love the muted shades.

AviaMariah

Veteran

I think the shade of number 1 looks good against your skin.

Ingunn

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I think it works very well! Interesting with the loose fit in #1, and wow to your knitting skills! The shirt in #2 is beautiful.

Suz

I think it works brilliantly, Diana! You look fab!

amiable

Terrific! I have ability-to-wear-mustard envy!

Carole

Fab x 2! I think mustard suits you. It's a beautiful sweater, Diana, did you knit it yourself? Impressed!

Susie

Well aren't you just the condiment queen!

That sweater is amazing. I am so impressed with your skills and I actually really like the color on you. And I love the muted tone of the pants.

texstyle

I agree the color does suit you and the sweater is really a work of art - so pretty! Love both outfits.

rachylou

I wonder about mustard on myself too - and maybe we're alike in complexion - but you look really good in the mustard here. These *grey poupon* outfits are stellar.

missvee

Both great outfits. I think the proportions work very well in the first outfit and I particularly like the way the curve of the sweater cuts across your torso and continues with the curved line of the skirt.

rae

I like the mustard! It really brings out your tan. And I think your tiny waist helps you pull off a lot of proportions that others might not... you can still see you have nice long legs through these fluid pieces. Very cool.

Sarah A

I love the handknit peice, so interesting with the skirt. And the liberty print shirt is very fun. I appreciate the fit and styling tips you shared on puffenstuff's thread. Very educational!

Thistle

Condiment and knitting queen! Love the sweater, so pretty! A fun liberty print top, perfect for summer.

Diana

Thanks, everyone! Ha, I like "condiment queen.". It's kind of true actually - you should see my fridge. I think I actually only have one kind of mustard right now but I do have like 10 different kinds of hot sauce, a bunch of jam, various pickles,etc.

You know, Rachy, I think the brighter "yellow mustard" of the top in #1 is probably easier for Asians to wear than the almostw weirdly nude grey poupon shade. Pale yellow is dreadful on me, and the jury's still out on acid citron. They are all better in natural light, that's for sure. Una and I both tried this citron top at Zara the other day and the color was much better on her than me, but she pointed out that the fluorescent lights in the fitting room were probably making it worse. Rae is right too, yellows are definitely easier in summer when I have a tan.

goldenpig

Condiment queen indeed! You look great in mustard shades and both outfits are fun and pretty! You have the best ability to pull off unconventional shapes and tiny floral prints! I'm amazed at your knitting skills.

lyn*

I think mustard is easier for us to pull off vs. other shades of yellow (esp that bright one or that soul sucking beige) - you look quite bright and cheerful!

Jeanie

That is honestly the most beautiful hand knit sweater I've ever seen in all my knitting circles. This is definitely one of your colors!

Mochi

Both looks so different from each other, and I love them both. How many times can I say how envious I am of your knitting skills? I particularly love the drape of your first outfit. Mustard is a great color, isn't it? It's all-seasons and is not overpowering like a lot of yellows.

Jjsloane

I like them both (but I like mustard colors if not mustard to eat) The first outfit is elongating and drapey lovliness. The 2nd is fun and playful.

Transcona Shannon

I'm loving outfit #1 - your handknit mustard sweater is just amazing - such an interesting shape and wonderful details. I think it works brilliantly over that skirt and bookended with your fab yellow sandals.

nancylee

I love both of these on you, Diana. Mustard is a great color for you, methinks. It is a confusing color, though...I wonder about it, too. The only way to find out is to go ahead and try it, like you did!

And I am in awe of your knitting skills.

Lisa

I like the mustard color on you, it's not an easy color to wear so when I see it on someone, the outfit always looks so fresh and lively, nice job!

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