Plaid and Gingham for Spring? Interesting...

I've been away from blogging for a few months, but I had to start blogging again.  Life has been a bit interesting in 2025, hasn't it?  Very unpredictable, very surprising and challenging for many.  But there are still rewarding and lovely parts to life this year as well, especially in small events and ordinary situations.

And what else is interesting?  I came across a fashion article on trends for Spring and Summer 2025.  One of the trends is plaid clothing.  Plaid, to me, has been associated with shirts from my childhood, so to see that plaid is being redefined in different silhouettes and lighter and brighter colours is a nice surprise.  Gingham fabric is a form of plaid and usually uses two colours, one being white check.  Three of the garments posted here can be classified as gingham clothing.

by Lela Rose, bergdorfgoodman.com

by Teyxo, etsy.com

by Acne Studios, net-a-porter.com

by Astraea Fashion, etsy.com

These are refreshing looks that will make the warm seasons more interesting.  I 

challenge you to make or buy a plaid or gingham piece.  Enjoy the day.

Very Inspiring

Are you like me, always searching for something unique, one-of-a-kind, to inspire you?  Looking for something new to make your day?

I was wowed by these dresses I saw on the Net-A-Porter website.  So distinctive!  The vibrant colours, the draping, the pleating, and the fabrics all add to the allure of these dresses.  Hope these inspire you too.

 Solace London, net-a-porter.com

Zimmermann, net-a-porter.com

Solace London, net-a-porter.com

Oscar De La Renta, net-a-porter.com

Enjoy your day, be motivated!

Wear the Flags

Did you watch the 2024 Olympics in France?  The opening ceremony left me with questions, but the presentation of the countries athletes of course was the best part of the ceremony.   One of my favorite sports in the Olympics is the long distance race.  The absolute determination to push through to the end is so admirable.  

For some reason I chose to google dresses in flag colors.  Maybe many of you already knew there were dresses using flag colors, but I didn't.   I was pleasantly surprised at the image responses that came up during my search.

Flag colors - Rwanda, redbubble.com

Flag colors - Norway, etsy.com

Flag colors - Belgium, redbubble.com

Flag colors - Canada, etsy.com

Flag colors - Jamaica, etsy.com

Till next blog!  Enjoy your day.

17 or More Pant Styles - Which is Your Favorite?

Did you know there are numerous pant styles for ladies?  I forgot about the other styles available for ladies as the popular silhouette today is the close fit, tight leg pants.  Myself, I prefer the semi- fit to loose-fit pants that allow freedom of movement. 

I googled how many pant styles are available for women.  Surprise surprise!  At least 17!  Shall I name a few for you?  High waist pants, bootcut, capri, wide leg, dress pants, cargo, harem, jodhpur, palazzo, etc.  

                                                         Love Cute Thing harem capri pants, etsy.com

                                                                Sxazz tapered pants, pinterest.com

                                                                BBO palazzo pants, amazon.com

                                                                 Stylewe urban pants, stylewe.com

Check out the other pant styles available for ladies in your spare time.  You'll be surprised with a few of them.  Enjoy your day. 

What Trendsetters are Wearing this Summer

Want to be on trend for this summer 2024?  Do you love standing out in a crowd?  Try wearing what's on the list of trends in fashion for summer 2024.

According to some top fashion magazines, some of the current fashion trends for this summer are clothes in these colors, design and/or fabrics :  1. utility look  2. floral fabrics  3. soft white  4. metallic colors  5. red  6. pastel colors  7. lowered waist.  These vary, of course, depending on the country.

I say wear what you love and defines you.  

Here are four trends I would choose ( well, I have a floral dress, that's one to check off on my list):

Drop Waist, NeimanMarcus.com

Skirt over Pants, linkedin.com fashion article

Soft White, enforce.com

Floral, lovehappensmag.com

Enjoy representing your fashion sense!  Till next blog.

Such Appealing Bags

My favorite accessory is the bag.  The variety of colors and shapes (if you check Pinterest, you'll see many unconventional bag designs) are incredible!  I'm not one for excess, but if I was, there would be a sizeable collection of this necessary item in my closet.   

Ina Bag, behno.com

By Elemood, wolfandbadger.com

Sera Eclat bag,  mouye.com

by Wuhaus, pinterest.com

After looking at these lovely bags, I am feeling the urge to purchase a unique one this season.  Enjoy your day.

Dress to the Max

I love maxi dresses.  I love the flowing long skirts, the coverage,  the femininity of maxi dresses.  Adding one to your wardrobe for the spring and summer season should be a requirement,  that's just my opinion, lol.  

jarrolds.com

vstyleblog.com

lulu.com

phase-eight.com

Aren't these dresses lovely?  Make this day a good one!