Simply stylish....

22/3/2018

I love this top from COS. Clever tucks and folds have created a lovely shape and the disjointed pattern on the fabric adds to the complexity, yet it is not fussy. Deconstructed is the word that comes to mind!

I plan to make it the foundation of a capsule wardrobe, something I've always liked the sound of but never really focussed on before.

21 Comments

Lucille link

23/3/2018 02:00:01 am

That is a bit different and makes a change from the usual asymmetric offerings. They may have to restock because of your recommendation!

Freda

23/3/2018 09:46:02 am

That would be funny!

Lucille

24/3/2018 01:25:56 am

Can I just ask what the fabric is? I couldn't find it online.

Freda

25/3/2018 05:32:16 am

It's 95% cotton and 5% elastane Lucille.

Mary

23/3/2018 04:05:10 am

That top will look excellent on you. I can see why you like it so much.

Freda

23/3/2018 09:46:47 am

Thank you Mary. I think it is going to be a favourite.

julia

23/3/2018 06:36:35 am

simply fabulous, Freda!!!

Freda

23/3/2018 09:47:15 am

And just a chance find!

Lotta link

23/3/2018 09:30:48 am

That's a great shape! What will you wear it with Freda?

Freda

23/3/2018 09:48:01 am

That will be tonight's post Lotta! Having fun thinking about it..

cath

23/3/2018 11:41:08 am

COS is new to me. Must investigate later as the top´s design is lovely
and so are the colours. I have a capsule wardrobe since early 2017 and
will not change back to how it was, ever. My winter capsule is the best. My summer capsule still needs an other pair of trousers as foundation.

Freda

23/3/2018 12:28:32 pm

Well done Cath! How good to know you are so happy with it and that it works for you. I have a sort-of capsule wardrobe - I just need to refine it quite a bit....

Cristiana

23/3/2018 11:43:13 am

I have been wearing capsule wardrobes for the past years and will never go back. It seems you're starting off very well!
My humble tips: find out what your uniform (the type of clothes you feel comfortable wearing anywhere) is and build your wardrobe around it. Choose few colours that work well together for the foundation and add interest through form, texture and print. Usually, people say that you shouldn't mix prints but I find that if you mix a different pattern within the same colour the result is very interesting. Same for different textures. And you can always add colourful accessories when you need a colour lift!

Freda

23/3/2018 12:31:19 pm

It is good to hear from people for whom this really works! I do agree with your views on limited mixing of patterns and textures - that's something I hope to experiment with a bit more. Thank you Cristiana.

Swissrose link

23/3/2018 03:09:53 pm

Oh, capsule wardrobes...don‘t get me started! I have been fascinated with them since I was about 10 and now they are such a big thing!! Not that I am very good at having a well-organised one, though, I‘m afraid. Love all the challenges, 6 item, 10x10, 333 and so on 🙃
What a great top, a cool starting point for thinking about colour and style...

Freda

23/3/2018 03:14:41 pm

You have reminded me of paper cut-out dolls - they had 'capsule wardrobes' didn't they! I liked those.

Swissrose link

24/3/2018 03:13:18 pm

oh yes, of course...!! 👍

Susan

23/3/2018 10:11:40 pm

Your top is reminiscent of designer, Issey Miyake, who folds fabric back onto itself, like origami.

Freda

30/3/2018 06:41:44 pm

I find COS good at this kind of thing (probably inspired by Issey Miyake but very affordable!)

Sharon-Leah Perry

28/3/2018 02:27:26 am

I've always loved the idea of a capsule wardrobe; I just haven't mastered the discipline yet. I love putting my clothes away then bringing them out to wear again several years later.

Freda

30/3/2018 06:42:45 pm

Like a new wardrobe without going shopping?

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