tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post8583339050228971783..comments2024-03-19T19:33:25.643+10:00Comments on A Tray of Bliss: A New You #5...Dressing the Petite Plus Size Apple Shape...Investment dressing....Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-80125595284332364272022-02-11T10:19:17.700+10:002022-02-11T10:19:17.700+10:00Hello lovely 'Unknown' person! It sounds l...Hello lovely 'Unknown' person! It sounds like we lived similar lives as far as our wardrobes go! Yes, fit can be a real problem as I mentioned above. Manufacturers and designers don't cater for body shape. They only make the entire garment in a larger size, and for we petite folk, this can mean looking like we are wearing our big sisters clothes. Am I right? There's nothing for it, but to look for clothing marketed specifically as 'petite', or, as you said, find a good tailor or seamstress. I think the key, is really to find a style that minimises our challenging areas, thus negating the need for seamstresses and tailors. A-line shifts and empire line dresses can be very forgiving, but just watch the frills and flounces...they only add to our frame. Tailored pants and a beautiful flowing shirt can be a great alternative too. A small heel or wedge, and a long necklace, with any of those options gives the illusion of height, making you look taller and more slender. As for your pearls...with your colouring, I'd be leaning towards the silver tones (like mine), or look for some that throw bronze and purple. Pink could be lovely too if that's what you love. At the end of it all, wearing what you love will make you glow, and that's the best outfit of all. Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-12809295981629699652022-02-11T00:39:37.499+10:002022-02-11T00:39:37.499+10:00Thankyou Mimi....yes I used to be a shopaholic.......Thankyou Mimi....yes I used to be a shopaholic..... And yes only wore a tiny portion I did donate a lot of items.... Time to take my Apple shaped mumma shopping for her granddaughters wedding. I have a few dresses on hold since yesterday.... So hopefully when I take mumma to try them on. They will fit!!!! Yes mum was a size 14 pre covid... Now 16 or 18 around the middle. I'm just concerned with the shoulders.... Have you had this challenge... Both dresses are an Australian Designer.. made in Australia how rare is that!! We are in Melbourne so I am hoping to find a bright seamstress.. any ladies on line.. I will need recommendations as the ladies I had in the past are Os or retired..<br />PS... I too have my dream to go to Broom....not sure how I'll work out the correct colour for me. Very pale olive (European) skin.. very dark brown eyes..hair also very dark brown tinted dark Red!!! I thought I would just purchase pale pink pearls... Mum insists gifting them to me for my very happy upcoming divorce!! Thankyou again Bella for inspiring me.... I did forget my dream about the pearls.... As I did not want mum to spend do much on me.... Now.... Maybe I'll have a fire sale here .. plenty of designer clothing and shoes .. never worn... Time to move forward... Waiting to hear what colour pearls you think would suit mum and I... Have a wonderful week!<br /> Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08278319328959648124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-8179248024913061302020-07-17T10:35:30.989+10:002020-07-17T10:35:30.989+10:00Brenda, I'm pleased to find a like-minded enth...Brenda, I'm pleased to find a like-minded enthusiast. Why do we have to give up on ourselves at a certain age and weight, right? Thankyou for your lovely comment. Mimi Mimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-60493672734251367252020-07-17T10:34:13.870+10:002020-07-17T10:34:13.870+10:00Thanks Shelbee!Thanks Shelbee!Mimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-90995371155136110972020-07-17T04:31:38.600+10:002020-07-17T04:31:38.600+10:00First, you look fabulous Daaahling! Second, I love...First, you look fabulous Daaahling! Second, I love your comments regarding fashion. I applaud that you don't retreat from style, but embrace it and expect, that the majority of us who do not have model's figures, require access to well made and well fitting clothes. Thank you for posting this!Brenda Hubbshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09651038119362734141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-20291930908888785412017-10-22T23:34:41.016+10:002017-10-22T23:34:41.016+10:00So many great tips, Mimi! Isn't amazing the d...So many great tips, Mimi! Isn't amazing the difference when we learn what to wear that flatters our shapes? Going from just looking good to looking and FEELING fabulous! Your pearls are stunning and I love this outfit on you! Thanks so much for sharing what you have learned and for linking up with me.<br /><br />Shelbee<br />www.shelbeeontheedge.comShelbee on the Edgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04176384234651262845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-32425286843143742392017-07-03T09:43:52.139+10:002017-07-03T09:43:52.139+10:00Dear Jann, I think buying at thrift stores is a bi...Dear Jann, I think buying at thrift stores is a bit of an art. You have to be patient and very specific about what you want, to not make the same buying mistakes you make at retail stores, that's for sure! We all have our favourites too. You sound like you know what you're doing. Love, Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-67400709246156124532017-07-03T09:42:45.341+10:002017-07-03T09:42:45.341+10:00Thankyou Mary! I'm so glad you found it helpfu...Thankyou Mary! I'm so glad you found it helpful! Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-18722366026132442522017-07-03T09:42:25.303+10:002017-07-03T09:42:25.303+10:00Thankyou!Thankyou!Mimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-76639460552469340952017-07-03T09:42:12.638+10:002017-07-03T09:42:12.638+10:00Thankyou so much. Aren't the pearls lovely? Mi...Thankyou so much. Aren't the pearls lovely? Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-58620023675264555862017-06-24T14:15:46.473+10:002017-06-24T14:15:46.473+10:00I have never purchased clothing at thrift shops. ...I have never purchased clothing at thrift shops. I just haven't. Not that I think there's anything wrong with it. :) I find that I seem to wear my favorite things each season and some of the older clothing just hang in the closet. Now, If I don't wear it in a season I donate it. I love buying things that can be worn with both jeans or a skirt. Things that can be dressed up or down. Jackets and sweaters are great for that reason. Thanks for sharing with SYC.<br />hugs,<br />JannHave a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15446091501170762899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-70678194036930799192017-06-24T04:37:25.852+10:002017-06-24T04:37:25.852+10:00This is fabulous information and I can't thank...This is fabulous information and I can't thank you enough (saw your share at Share Your Style Party). Today, I will change everything about what I wear and what I buy!<br />Mary Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00062785186374200980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-27793747954255094212017-06-22T22:38:38.260+10:002017-06-22T22:38:38.260+10:00You look classy!!
You look classy!!<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10046640148082457835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-4311050558462914152017-06-22T11:31:05.424+10:002017-06-22T11:31:05.424+10:00Your pearls are pretty.... glad you are enjoying w...Your pearls are pretty.... glad you are enjoying what you have learned. :)Gentle Joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11625746235099531114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-30384215085589624462017-06-21T10:08:31.039+10:002017-06-21T10:08:31.039+10:00Thanks Julie. It's always a pleasure to join y...Thanks Julie. It's always a pleasure to join you. Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-87571208777504082962017-06-21T10:08:13.114+10:002017-06-21T10:08:13.114+10:00Thankyou Sherry! Mimi xxxThankyou Sherry! Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-28301945470532451852017-06-21T10:07:58.795+10:002017-06-21T10:07:58.795+10:00Dear Amalia, that is the way of most women I think...Dear Amalia, that is the way of most women I think. I totally credit Marie-Anne with changing my mindset on this. For some reason, although I'd heard all the advice before, she made it meaningful for ME. Maybe I was just 'ready'...lol! Thankyou for the compliment. I really appreciate it. Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-82570918725859498172017-06-21T10:06:45.434+10:002017-06-21T10:06:45.434+10:00Thankyou Linda. It's Winter here, but I too, l...Thankyou Linda. It's Winter here, but I too, love dresses in Summer. Happy Summer to you too. Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-51881931937640563142017-06-21T10:06:16.415+10:002017-06-21T10:06:16.415+10:00Curating is a mindset as well as an activity. And ...Curating is a mindset as well as an activity. And a valuable one! Love, Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-37104470102418850062017-06-21T10:05:51.403+10:002017-06-21T10:05:51.403+10:00Janie, I love that. Pearls love you back. Indeed. ...Janie, I love that. Pearls love you back. Indeed. Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-15738161707952745602017-06-21T10:05:31.075+10:002017-06-21T10:05:31.075+10:00Dear Rhonda. Life is too short. Wear it. Love, Mim...Dear Rhonda. Life is too short. Wear it. Love, Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-17251176426349518792017-06-21T10:05:13.291+10:002017-06-21T10:05:13.291+10:00Thanks so much Gail. That's nice to hear. Mimi...Thanks so much Gail. That's nice to hear. Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-1003070709143073022017-06-21T10:04:57.883+10:002017-06-21T10:04:57.883+10:00Dear Jane, it's funny you mention Broome. That...Dear Jane, it's funny you mention Broome. That is where we went on our honeymoon, and where Husband and I immediately regretted our pre-wedding pearl necklace purchase. The pearls there are so positively LUMINOUS that it's hard to compare a granny strand of pearls (which have their place admittedly) with the gems of the pearling industry there. I love a large single pearl too. Princess seams don't do much for my Apple shape, but I can definitely see how flattering they'd be on you. Love, Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-55691266110418669042017-06-21T10:02:45.322+10:002017-06-21T10:02:45.322+10:00Sue, aaarrrgh! The Curse of the Waterfall Cardigan...Sue, aaarrrgh! The Curse of the Waterfall Cardigan. Truly! You are spot on! Yep. Menopause messes with us, doesn't it? But you CAN still look good. You just have to be patient, persistent and very discerning in what you buy. Trial and error have taught me what suits me, but it's been a long road. Good luck! Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7492903313028603031.post-20913535969364665702017-06-21T10:01:15.255+10:002017-06-21T10:01:15.255+10:00Dear Rachel...thankyou. I think I just got tired o...Dear Rachel...thankyou. I think I just got tired of reading so much that was misguided, that I thought I'd contribute to the fray with something sensible...lol! Quality over quantity is the way to go. None of this 'wait until I lose weight' nonsense either! Love, Mimi xxxMimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189100084557458199noreply@blogger.com