Hi lovely friends. I hope you are all really well. In these times of austerity, I thought it would be a good idea to explore what we already have in our own closets and maximise our own clothes. Let me know if you like this idea and what you do to re-use your older clothes. Lots of love. Deirdre. XX
I love the idea of shopping your own closet. I put outfits together and take photos to put in albums on my iPad…like Pinterest. This helps me to have outfits I can put together quickly because I have already tried them out!
Thank you for this video! I had so much fun shopping my closet! I have received many compliments from my friends about my ‘new’ outfits! “Don’t be afraid to try something new!” I absolutely LOVED your lime green summer dress topped with your black turtleneck & leather jacket! Stunningly fresh!❤
I put outfits together on one hanger....top first then on clips or bar I put shorts, skirt or pants. Then with over the hanger hooks I put other tops that match bottom. I move the tops around as I wear the one on top.
Just found you. I love your content. I'm a retired makeup artist and would like to offer you and your subscribers a hint regarding makeup. When you're wearing the lighter colors, and you're an older woman, softer is better. When I first glanced at you, I noticed a beautiful outfit along with the purse and shoes. However, that's not the 1st thing I saw. I saw blush and lipstick. I didn't see your cheeks or lips, I saw makeup. We need to soften the color. Wear tones appropriate for your skin tone(warm or cool). When I suggest a softer shade, I'm talking about a neutral cheek and lip. I see a thick stripe across your cheeks. We must choose something lighter in color and learn how to get rid of any sharp lines. Our makeup choices can either make us look expensive or make us look cheap. Perhaps you could try a blush and lipstick that looks like pink and brown combined together. If you took a cool pink and a warm brown as a blush color, you could wear this look with EVERYTHING you wear and look younger. Put a dusting of translucent powder on a powder brush and move in a circular motion starting from the corner of your lip to the end of your ear. This will soften any demarcation you may have from your blush. Most importantly, have fun! Try new things! And take selfies and see what looks you fall in love with!
I really like your idea of mixing up dresses with a sweater and boots. That gives me lots of options! And I’m definitely going to unearth my leather jacket. Thank you Deidre.
I wasn't going to mention the water on your blouse. Lol Seriously though, I am smack dab in the middle of a major weight loss journey and I am not buying anything for a while. I have many outfits that I have been unable to get into and I am shocked I can enjoy looking stylish again in my clothes in my own closet. Loved the 💚 green and 🖤 black!
Hello Dierdre, today, something wonderful happened to me: I discovered your channel! I'm now a happy, 66 year old subscriber, and that Dierdre is a very good thing! ❤️.
I never thought about taking a summer dress and wearing a sweater over top of it with a leather jacket and boots. That is a great idea simple, yet I never thought about it. Thank you so much I really liked this video! Much love from Jackie in Los Angeles! ❤
I’m only three mins in but I think your video is really good because it is different from other Shop Your Own Closet videos as it incorporates how to mix styles.
Here in Indiana we are in the “ nether” season as I call it Grey every day, neither cold or warm just blah I like to wear bright colors to boost my mood Shopping my closet is perfect for this! Great ideas for all of us … I’m sure all of your followers have clothes that they never wear It’s time to change that! I’m working in my closet today…inspired 💕💕
So true, elegant clothes seem to be grateful when they are worn more often. And... I also come from a family where we two girls had our Sunday's best. This custom shouldn't be continued any longer. Thanks, Deirdre!
Brilliant video as ever. Just shared with a friend who has a lovely wardrobe but feels stuck in the past. She’ll love this 👏🏻 I just can’t believe that you are talking about a Sunday best dress for church and seeing grandparents. You are far tooooo young to have had a ‘Sunday best dress’!!! Mine started too big and I grew into it 😂😂😂😂 Anyway so pleased to have found you 💃💃
Don’t feel bad, Deidre, I’m wearing my freshly-washed favorite silk hoodie today. I unexpectedly had to spray graphite spray into a sticky lock on a piece of furniture that was being moved, so I put on gloves and full apron first. But of course, it sprayed black spots back all onto my hoodie, making a square about the bib part, and my onto my silk scarf (worn because the labels on the hoodie neck were itching)! Shout Wipes to the rescue, but I did go around with “wet spots” all morning, oops. (I’d better wash them tomorrow, to remove any residue). Life gets messy, even just with drinking water! This was my one of my sporty/classic outfits, because I was going out for lunch afterward, but I didn’t expect to get messy, just telling movers where to put things. I should have asked them to do it, they were dressed for moving, not lunching! Anyway, I’m enjoying mixing sports luxe with my classic wardrobe, but I don’t wear most sporty stuff because I’m allergic to the polyester it’s usually made of. I’m always looking for organic cotton, silk or lyocell sportswear that will work for me, it’s so comfy, and modern. I’m leaving the daytime sequins and glitter to Trinny, I can’t “pull them off” like she does, I’m so short and don’t like to attract attention. M. Just wearing something other than black gym clothes attracts attention where I live! Ratty old jammies would blend in well, though, but not for me, either.
I recommended your channel today to a women I met shopping. I was so excited helping her. I used some of your tips . I thank you for you uplifting videos.
Do you have ideas besides t-shirts to use to layer in cooler weather. I've lived in South Florida over 30 years. My husband & I are planning a trip to Germany in March. I need something like the thermal wear of olden days updated & hopefully warm and thin. Any suggestions?
Love your recommendations. I have a mannequin that I put outfits together on or I hang pieces of clothing on a hanger to hang from my highboy to see what they look like, so easy if I have to dress in a hurry.
Those pretty shoes ... with a tan crumpled, stiff cotton or linen, boat neck sleeveless shift dress, plus small black canvas shoulder bag with a thin strap, and a small classic black and gold watch
Wouwww- I like this video very much. I like it because I like „shop your closet“. With the passing of the years many nice things have accumulated. The other which I highly appreciate is explaining the elements of the look. I do not have all the clothes you have ( colors and style might be a bit different), but when it broken down the elements it is a fantastic inspiration. Thank you✨✨✨
Thank you for the tips. It's a job I've put off for far too long, I have two huge wardrobes I haven't worn for at least 2 years! I need to shop my own wardrobe too. Thank you 💐
Happy New Year Deirdre!! Great way to present shopping your closet!! I love how you gave such wonderful ways of approaching what we already have and different ways of putting together new looks!! Genius!!
Deirdre loved all the ideas you gave. I loved the dress with the jumper and jacket but I loved you in the off white too. You look amazing in everything. Thank so much for showing us how to shop our closets. Mom sends her love even though she can’t see your videos any more. Bushel of hugs Blessings Love Victoria and Barbara ❤️❤️❤️
Just found you scrolling through. Liked & subscribed!! Definitely one of my favorite channels now!! I appreciate what you do. I’ve paid for this type of advice yrs ago at Image Consulting Co. Very happy this content is tastefully done and is freely shared 💕Blessings 🙏
What a great video! So many ideas to try and you explain the different looks so well. I have only just discovered your channel and have now subscribed.
I have an absolutely beautiful long dress that I wore in Las Vegas for my 40th birthday (15 years ago!) and I've never worn it again, because it's VEGAS STYLE, not Texas style, where I am. The idea of covering up the top of the dress (what very little there is of it) and redesigning this dress into a skirt and top is BRILLIANT! I'm excited to try this idea!!!
Hi D., I saw you in the Vivaia shoes and you should be an ambassador for them. The two toned flats you selected looked great on you. They looked comfy and more your style than some!! I’d select a camel pant and white button up with those… ❤️🇨🇦❤️
Great fun fresh ideas video!! Now...on how to style the bow flats as you requested us to do. ;) I would style them with a pair of leggings in the same color or darker as the ribbon...fresh white tank top...under a long lightweight cashmere/silk blend handkerchief style cardigan in the same or similar shade as the leggings. All " light colored/ neutrals like blush or cafe u lait"...maybe a pop of color like a salmon for the tee and throw in a long textured raw silk scarf in a deeper salmon shade. I think I really like the salmon and neutral combo. There you go! That was fun! Thank you! ☆♡☆
@@50FabulouswithMyFriendDeirdre I LOVE your channel so much! First you are so beautiful, you are so pleasant to watch and listen to, and your content is just always so great! Thank you! ☆♡☆
Great video. I have recently bought 2 pairs sneakers , strappy nude sandals with small heel, black chunky sandals..tan chunky wedge sandals and tan loafers ..a new x body bag with a sporty striped canvas strap and a black bag with a chain strap I have been mixing up my clothes more. The shoes and bags have helped so much . I am wearing old work blazers with track pants ..t shirts ..and sneakers with modern bags..old leather jackets with loafers and jeans. Sequin t shirt with cream cords, loafers and leather jacket ..old but subtle leopard print coat with black roll and black jeans and chain handled black bag with my 35 year old tan leather hiking boots and huge black sunnies. At.68 fashion is fun again and the new shoes and bags look classy but were not expensive. Getting lots of compliments..using old clothes . Many items are 20 Yr plus. I spend a couple hours a week.experimenting ...working on old ski.wear at moment..don't ski anymore but going to start using it again by mixing it in. Not sure how it will work out.Thanks for ideas..going to do your dress idea but my old black boots are flat..they will have to do. I am buying less but did need to update shoes and bags . I would like more videos like this as they are inspirational and give many of us confidence on mixing styles and using what we have so much more with great results.
You certainly sound as though you have succeeded really well in using your older clothes. It's often worth keeping them as they can be styled in new and surprising ways later on. XX
I love when you give ideas for using what you already own to make new outfits. I love making my own jewelry (mostly large earrings and necklaces made of natural materials). How would you use jewelry to revive an outfit?
Always a good idea to shop your wardrobe as so many things we buy new are similar to what we have already……great styling ideas Deirdre. Love those shoes…perhaps put them with a little pair of ankle length skinny jeans with light T-shirt and a blazer. Smart but easy 🌸
Really enjoy watching your video and once again your styling tips. One especially “Sunday or special occasion pieces. I have a black blouse with metallic trim and ruffles, I only wore it once now I’m going to drag it out and wear with dark jeans. To lunch and then grocery shopping🥳. I couldn’t imagine what the spot was on your top - glad you told us😮😅
Thanks for these wonderful suggestions! I will try that. ❤ You asked how I might style those lovely shoes. I might wear them with a knee skimming denim skirt matching belt and a button up shirt tucked in. I enjoyed this video. Thanks.
Those bow flat shoes! Wear them with those favorite black slacks…add a white or black shell, and top with the beige jacket you wore earlier with the slacks. Add a beautiful string of pearls and a beige or black handbag. 💕
Thank you! This video is helpful. 💛 I would love more suggestions and possibly several videos about how to dress down office work clothes, especially nicer slacks. I have all the questions! Like can I mix a nicer top with joggers? Then what shoes would go with that? Tennis shoes or sandals or what? I’m mainly looking to use the clothes I have in a much more casual way. Thank you so much! I’m looking forward to your suggestions!
Happy new year! I am going to have a no buy year . So I’m really glad that you did this video. I am retired and have a minimal classic wardrobe and I don’t really need more clothes I just need more ideas. I have a couple things in my closet I didn’t get to wear yet. I bought a dress for Christmas and I didn’t wear it. So thank you for this video!
Since I purchased it, I'm using my garment rack all the time. Had a carpenter add a wood plateau above the rollers, for shoes and bags. Thanks to the rollers It can be smoothly moved around. Granted, one needs a medium-sized bedroom. Also ideal if you have got a dressing room. First, every Sunday I prepare my outfits for the week ahead, by hanging them on the rack, and putting the shoes and bags on the plateau, so convenient. Secondly, it is precious when it comes to trying,, mixing and matching one's clothes without having to cover up the bed and you get a much more accurate idea of the results. Bravo for your super tips.
I totally agree with you, Clementine. These racks are incredibly useful. I have 3 which I use for different things - planning video looks of course for one. XX
I love the white tule skirt. so beautiful and flowy. Also I suggest you wear shoes the same color as your slacks or tights. It tends to lengthen your legs instead of cutting them off. Thank you for your video. I so enjoy watching. Debby
Happy New Year Deirdre !🎉. I hope that 2023 is kind to you and all your loved ones! I really enjoyed this video and it has given me inspiration to shop my wardrobe and try new variations of outfits. I’m looking forward to seeing your forthcoming videos this year!
I would try styling the shoes with a pair of rich brown slacks and a green turtleneck sweater or green and brown print silky blouse. I would add a structured purse in similar colors of shoes. I enjoy your videos. I always learn some helpful tips.
Happy New year Diedre. great idea looking at your wardrobe as a shop. I am inspired and will definitely try these ideas. Yes agreed I'm fast approaching 60 and want to make the most of everyday xx
Good afternoon Deirdre. One of my goals for 2023 is to wear my special pieces more often. Even my blazers. I have a collection of them but rarely reach for one.
Hi Deirdre-thank you for the inspiration! Always trying to find new ways to wear my clothes from my closet so I loved this video. You gave me lots of ideas…thank you!❤
Classic with athleisure works for my vibe and coastal climate., ie Nike beige or camel sweatpants with white t, navy blazer white sneakers., pearls always. Those TH lounge pants with white shirt look smash on you well done. 👍💜how Id style those lovely cream flats is: worn in Levis, a black t shirt and a Chanel or Chanel inspired tweed jacket, probably either beige and black one or a color one like red. voila. Happy Day to you and thx for the great video
I have been telling everyone I have a stylist now! I went shopping with the information I learned from you! While I was putting items into my cart, I kept saying Deidre would be very happy with this choice! I have been binge watching all of your videos! You are fabulous!
I’ve just found you too. And have watched a few of your presentations. Great tips. I love hells too and they do make an outfit but I find I can no longer wear them for long if on my feet or walking. Sitting a lot is great.l can you show us older than 50 how to look stylish with out heals
Hi! Happy New Year! Love this video 😍 trying to start the new year right by not heading out to store sales for items I really don't need. So I headed to my closet as you suggested and found I have many choices. Thank you Deirdre ♥️
This was the most helpful video ever as I am trying to make more of my existing clothes in the hope of buying whats revealed as "gaps". It would be nice to see some pictures of other body types as well as your lovely self. Thanks!
How will you hem the long, knit pants from Hilfiger? I thought I might try machine-stitching on a hem tape, then hand-stitching it down, catching just a few fabric threads at a time, but I would have to cut the knit to length first. I’m afraid to cut knits like that, the edges often curl hopelessly, or they unravel or run, but my trousers usually need to be shortened 6-9 inches, it’s way too much to just fold and stitch. (Every garment seems made for 6-foot plus tall models!). Sometimes I just fold and straight-stitch them to the desire length, leaving a bit of extra fabric, then sew two finishing seams on the extra portion, straight and zig-zag, along the edge, before cutting off the excess. I haven’t had much luck with iron-on hem tape, especially with thicker knits, the iron can’t get hot enough without damaging the fabric, so it doesn’t bond well. “Washable” iron-on hem tape doesn’t stand up to washing very well, even though I never tumble-dry my clothes. I can’t always find trousers I want in “ankle-length”, especially as styles are becoming much longer and wider in trouser legs. Wovens are much easier to hem, but I love knits! Do any of the pros out there have any suggestions? I don’t have a cover-stitch, knit machine, or serger, just a basic home-sewing machine. Thanks!
Loving this video! Love this idea of switching your clothes around, I’m going to wear my ‘best’ black wide leg trousers with trainers and white shirt, cuffs rolled, collar up and cropped black sweater over! Great inspiration as always Deirdre 🥰
Happy New Year ! Thanks for all the suggestions. A great way to start the year, mix things up a little, try something fun rather than the same old look.
Hello dear Deirdre! This video is extremely useful. Most of the time we settle for certain styles of clothing and don't take any chances. Thanks for the tip. 😉👗👠
You're so welcome. We often just wear the same things every day, don't we? So, I thought I'd inject a little inspiration on how to maximise your wardrobe. XX
Hi lovely friends. I hope you are all really well. In these times of austerity, I thought it would be a good idea to explore what we already have in our own closets and maximise our own clothes. Let me know if you like this idea and what you do to re-use your older clothes. Lots of love. Deirdre. XX
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I love the idea of shopping your own closet. I put outfits together and take photos to put in albums on my iPad…like Pinterest. This helps me to have outfits I can put together quickly because I have already tried them out!
Very helpful suggestions. I love your style. I'd rather watch videos on how to put together items already owned then new trends coming up. Thank you
Thank you for this video! I had so much fun shopping my closet! I have received many compliments from my friends about my ‘new’ outfits! “Don’t be afraid to try something new!”
I absolutely LOVED your lime green summer dress topped with your black turtleneck & leather jacket! Stunningly fresh!❤
I put outfits together on one hanger....top first then on clips or bar I put shorts, skirt or pants. Then with over the hanger hooks I put other tops that match bottom. I move the tops around as I wear the one on top.
Just found you. I love your content. I'm a retired makeup artist and would like to offer you and your subscribers a hint regarding makeup. When you're wearing the lighter colors, and you're an older woman, softer is better. When I first glanced at you, I noticed a beautiful outfit along with the purse and shoes. However, that's not the 1st thing I saw. I saw blush and lipstick. I didn't see your cheeks or lips, I saw makeup. We need to soften the color. Wear tones appropriate for your skin tone(warm or cool). When I suggest a softer shade, I'm talking about a neutral cheek and lip. I see a thick stripe across your cheeks. We must choose something lighter in color and learn how to get rid of any sharp lines. Our makeup choices can either make us look expensive or make us look cheap. Perhaps you could try a blush and lipstick that looks like pink and brown combined together. If you took a cool pink and a warm brown as a blush color, you could wear this look with EVERYTHING you wear and look younger. Put a dusting of translucent powder on a powder brush and move in a circular motion starting from the corner of your lip to the end of your ear. This will soften any demarcation you may have from your blush. Most importantly, have fun! Try new things! And take selfies and see what looks you fall in love with!
Love your recommendation. I live in Florida and it's too hot for makeup so I just use BB cream.
I really like your idea of mixing up dresses with a sweater and boots. That gives me lots of options! And I’m definitely going to unearth my leather jacket. Thank you Deidre.
I wasn't going to mention the water on your blouse. Lol Seriously though, I am smack dab in the middle of a major weight loss journey and I am not buying anything for a while. I have many outfits that I have been unable to get into and I am shocked I can enjoy looking stylish again in my clothes in my own closet. Loved the 💚 green and 🖤 black!
You're very sweet, thank you! XX
I really love your pearl necklace with your light grey top and it’s another example of mixing styles! Thank you!
Hello Dierdre, today, something wonderful happened to me: I discovered your channel! I'm now a happy, 66 year old subscriber, and that Dierdre is a very good thing! ❤️.
Aww, thank you so much and a big welcome to my channel xx
Love this idea. Maybe I’ll wear some of my old clothes differently now.
I never thought about taking a summer dress and wearing a sweater over top of it with a leather jacket and boots. That is a great idea simple, yet I never thought about it. Thank you so much I really liked this video! Much love from Jackie in Los Angeles! ❤
I’m only three mins in but I think your video is really good because it is different from other Shop Your Own Closet videos as it incorporates how to mix styles.
Hi ho re the water droplet!🤣Never mind- I’m sure it just added to our attention !❤ Fab video, by the way! Thank you for all your work.
Love the lime dress changed up with the black leather jacket and boots! I’m getting so many fab ideas from you Deirdre! Thank you ❤️😊
This video has been a favorite… thank you sooo much for the fun and mixing up styles
Here in Indiana we are in the “ nether” season as I call it Grey every day, neither cold or warm just blah I like to wear bright colors to boost my mood Shopping my closet is perfect for this! Great ideas for all of us … I’m sure all of your followers have clothes that they never wear It’s time to change that! I’m working in my closet today…inspired 💕💕
That's wonderful, Terri. Take care and I hope your "blah" weather improves soon!! XX
So true,
elegant clothes seem to be grateful when they are worn more often.
And... I also come from a family where we two girls had our Sunday's best.
This custom shouldn't be continued any longer.
Thanks, Deirdre!
You give a lot of great ideas on how to wear clothes differently in the seasons love it
Brilliant video as ever. Just shared with a friend who has a lovely wardrobe but feels stuck in the past. She’ll love this 👏🏻
I just can’t believe that you are talking about a Sunday best dress for church and seeing grandparents. You are far tooooo young to have had a ‘Sunday best dress’!!! Mine started too big and I grew into it 😂😂😂😂
Anyway so pleased to have found you 💃💃
Thank you for your lovely comments. I really appreciate them. I wish I was as young as you think I am!!! XX
Don’t feel bad, Deidre, I’m wearing my freshly-washed favorite silk hoodie today. I unexpectedly had to spray graphite spray into a sticky lock on a piece of furniture that was being moved, so I put on gloves and full apron first. But of course, it sprayed black spots back all onto my hoodie, making a square about the bib part, and my onto my silk scarf (worn because the labels on the hoodie neck were itching)! Shout Wipes to the rescue, but I did go around with “wet spots” all morning, oops. (I’d better wash them tomorrow, to remove any residue). Life gets messy, even just with drinking water! This was my one of my sporty/classic outfits, because I was going out for lunch afterward, but I didn’t expect to get messy, just telling movers where to put things. I should have asked them to do it, they were dressed for moving, not lunching! Anyway, I’m enjoying mixing sports luxe with my classic wardrobe, but I don’t wear most sporty stuff because I’m allergic to the polyester it’s usually made of. I’m always looking for organic cotton, silk or lyocell sportswear that will work for me, it’s so comfy, and modern. I’m leaving the daytime sequins and glitter to Trinny, I can’t “pull them off” like she does, I’m so short and don’t like to attract attention. M. Just wearing something other than black gym clothes attracts attention where I live! Ratty old jammies would blend in well, though, but not for me, either.
I recommended your channel today to a women I met shopping. I was so excited helping her. I used some of your tips . I thank you for you uplifting videos.
For your uplifting videos.
That's wonderful, thank you so much and so glad I can help. XX
Do you have ideas besides t-shirts to use to layer in cooler weather. I've lived in South Florida over 30 years. My husband & I are planning a trip to Germany in March. I need something like the thermal wear of olden days updated & hopefully warm and thin. Any suggestions?
Love your recommendations. I have a mannequin that I put outfits together on or I hang pieces of clothing on a hanger to hang from my highboy to see what they look like, so easy if I have to dress in a hurry.
@@ronnidew9002 that’s a great idea. Xx
Those pretty shoes ... with a tan crumpled, stiff cotton or linen, boat neck sleeveless shift dress, plus small black canvas shoulder bag with a thin strap, and a small classic black and gold watch
Wouwww- I like this video very much.
I like it because I like „shop your closet“.
With the passing of the years many nice things have accumulated.
The other which I highly appreciate is explaining the elements of the look. I do not have all the clothes you have ( colors and style might be a bit different), but when it broken down the elements it is a fantastic inspiration.
Thank you✨✨✨
Thank you! 😃 So happy to give inspiration. XX
Deidre, regarding the blazer you wore with the graphic tee, I think the back vent needs to be opened, i.e., the temporary stitching removed.
Amazing and very helpful video your hair is absolutely gorgeous love the colour
Thank you so much!! XX
Some brilliant ideas..thank you for your inspiration 😊
Thank you for the tips. It's a job I've put off for far too long, I have two huge wardrobes I haven't worn for at least 2 years! I need to shop my own wardrobe too. Thank you 💐
Tak for alle de gode ideer, det er lige hvad jeg kan bruge, godt nytår til dig og din familie.
Mange tak. XX
Happy New Year Deirdre!! Great way to present shopping your closet!! I love how you gave such wonderful ways of approaching what we already have and different ways of putting together new looks!! Genius!!
Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you too. XX
Deirdre loved all the ideas you gave. I loved the dress with the jumper and jacket but I loved you in the off white too. You look amazing in everything. Thank so much for showing us how to shop our closets. Mom sends her love even though she can’t see your videos any more.
Bushel of hugs
Blessings
Love
Victoria and Barbara ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much, Victoria. So sorry that Barbara can't see my videos. Please give her my love and to you too, of course. Take care. XX
Hi Deidre. Hope you're doing wonderful! This video is just what I needed. Thanks for the inspiration. Have a great week! 💙💜
I'm so happy you liked it. Thanks so much. XX
Just found you scrolling through. Liked & subscribed!! Definitely one of my favorite channels now!! I appreciate what you do. I’ve paid for this type of advice yrs ago at Image Consulting Co. Very happy this content is tastefully done and is freely shared 💕Blessings 🙏
What a great video! So many ideas to try and you explain the different looks so well. I have only just discovered your channel and have now subscribed.
Thank you so much. Welcome to my channel XX
Some great ideas to work with, thank you Deidre!
You are so welcome! XX
Saw you on Grandma's Insta and decided to stop by and say "Hi" 👋
Fabulous hair, lovely voice and enduring personality 😍 Much continued success
Thank you so much XX
I have an absolutely beautiful long dress that I wore in Las Vegas for my 40th birthday (15 years ago!) and I've never worn it again, because it's VEGAS STYLE, not Texas style, where I am. The idea of covering up the top of the dress (what very little there is of it) and redesigning this dress into a skirt and top is BRILLIANT! I'm excited to try this idea!!!
That's wonderful. XX
Great tips, Deirdre! Very good point about saving things for "best".
Hi D., I saw you in the Vivaia shoes and you should be an ambassador for them. The two toned flats you selected looked great on you. They looked comfy and more your style than some!! I’d select a camel pant and white button up with those… ❤️🇨🇦❤️
That sounds like a great outfit to go with the Vivaia shoes, Wendy. Thank you. XX
Great fun fresh ideas video!! Now...on how to style the bow flats as you requested us to do. ;) I would style them with a pair of leggings in the same color or darker as the ribbon...fresh white tank top...under a long lightweight cashmere/silk blend handkerchief style cardigan in the same or similar shade as the leggings. All " light colored/ neutrals like blush or cafe u lait"...maybe a pop of color like a salmon for the tee and throw in a long textured raw silk scarf in a deeper salmon shade. I think I really like the salmon and neutral combo. There you go! That was fun! Thank you! ☆♡☆
That sounds like a fabulous outfit and so well co-ordinated. Thank you XX
@@50FabulouswithMyFriendDeirdre I LOVE your channel so much! First you are so beautiful, you are so pleasant to watch and listen to, and your content is just always so great! Thank you! ☆♡☆
I've recently found your channel and am loving all your videos. Thank you for sharing all your amazing hints and tips. Xx
Great video. I have recently bought 2 pairs sneakers , strappy nude sandals with small heel, black chunky sandals..tan chunky wedge sandals and tan loafers ..a new x body bag with a sporty striped canvas strap and a black bag with a chain strap I have been mixing up my clothes more. The shoes and bags have helped so much . I am wearing old work blazers with track pants ..t shirts ..and sneakers with modern bags..old leather jackets with loafers and jeans. Sequin t shirt with cream cords, loafers and leather jacket ..old but subtle leopard print coat with black roll and black jeans and chain handled black bag with my 35 year old tan leather hiking boots and huge black sunnies. At.68 fashion is fun again and the new shoes and bags look classy but were not expensive. Getting lots of compliments..using old clothes . Many items are 20 Yr plus. I spend a couple hours a week.experimenting ...working on old ski.wear at moment..don't ski anymore but going to start using it again by mixing it in. Not sure how it will work out.Thanks for ideas..going to do your dress idea but my old black boots are flat..they will have to do. I am buying less but did need to update shoes and bags . I would like more videos like this as they are inspirational and give many of us confidence on mixing styles and using what we have so much more with great results.
You certainly sound as though you have succeeded really well in using your older clothes. It's often worth keeping them as they can be styled in new and surprising ways later on. XX
I love when you give ideas for using what you already own to make new outfits. I love making my own jewelry (mostly large earrings and necklaces made of natural materials). How would you use jewelry to revive an outfit?
Always a good idea to shop your wardrobe as so many things we buy new are similar to what we have already……great styling ideas Deirdre.
Love those shoes…perhaps put them with a little pair of ankle length skinny jeans with light T-shirt and a blazer. Smart but easy 🌸
Thanks so much! 😊 XX
Really enjoy watching your video and once again your styling tips. One especially “Sunday or special occasion pieces. I have a black blouse with metallic trim and ruffles, I only wore it once now I’m going to drag it out and wear with dark jeans. To lunch and then grocery shopping🥳. I couldn’t imagine what the spot was on your top - glad you told us😮😅
That sounds wonderful, Alyce. XX
Thanks for these wonderful suggestions! I will try that. ❤ You asked how I might style those lovely shoes. I might wear them with a knee skimming denim skirt matching belt and a button up shirt tucked in. I enjoyed this video. Thanks.
Thanks for the outfit suggestion, Yvonne. Xx
Those bow flat shoes! Wear them with those favorite black slacks…add a white or black shell, and top with the beige jacket you wore earlier with the slacks. Add a beautiful string of pearls and a beige or black handbag. 💕
That's a great outfit idea. Thank you Ann. XX
Thank you! This video is helpful. 💛 I would love more suggestions and possibly several videos about how to dress down office work clothes, especially nicer slacks.
I have all the questions! Like can I mix a nicer top with joggers? Then what shoes would go with that? Tennis shoes or sandals or what? I’m mainly looking to use the clothes I have in a much more casual way. Thank you so much! I’m looking forward to your suggestions!
Great looks! I would wear the beige flats with a bone or off white skirt and beige sweater🙏💙🌺
Happy new year! I am going to have a no buy year . So I’m really glad that you did this video. I am retired and have a minimal classic wardrobe and I don’t really need more clothes I just need more ideas. I have a couple things in my closet I didn’t get to wear yet. I bought a dress for Christmas and I didn’t wear it. So thank you for this video!
Since I purchased it, I'm using my garment rack all the time. Had a carpenter add a wood plateau above the rollers, for shoes and bags. Thanks to the rollers It can be smoothly moved around. Granted, one needs a medium-sized bedroom. Also ideal if you have got a dressing room. First, every Sunday I prepare my outfits for the week ahead, by hanging them on the rack, and putting the shoes and bags on the plateau, so convenient. Secondly, it is precious when it comes to trying,, mixing and matching one's clothes without having to cover up the bed and you get a much more accurate idea of the results. Bravo for your super tips.
I totally agree with you, Clementine. These racks are incredibly useful. I have 3 which I use for different things - planning video looks of course for one. XX
Love the green dress as well! Very pretty with black turtleneck.
Thank you. I will try these ideas 💡
Incredible look, nicest top ever and this perfect grey makes you look so wonderfully good
Thank you so much XX
Brilliant video very helpful too! xx
I love the white tule skirt. so beautiful and flowy. Also I suggest you wear shoes the same color as your slacks or tights. It tends to lengthen your legs instead of cutting them off. Thank you for your video. I so enjoy watching. Debby
Great video. Grey looks beautiful on you. Truly enjoy your TH-cam channel. I’m glad you are back in good health and looking great.
Thanks so much! Always valuable
Happy New Year Deirdre !🎉. I hope that 2023 is kind to you and all your loved ones!
I really enjoyed this video and it has given me inspiration to shop my wardrobe and try new variations of outfits.
I’m looking forward to seeing your forthcoming videos this year!
Amen ;)
I would try styling the shoes with a pair of rich brown slacks and a green turtleneck sweater or green and brown print silky blouse. I would add a structured purse in similar colors of shoes.
I enjoy your videos. I always learn some helpful tips.
love your ideas thank you !!!
Happy New year Diedre. great idea looking at your wardrobe as a shop. I am inspired and will definitely try these ideas. Yes agreed I'm fast approaching 60 and want to make the most of everyday xx
Happy new year!! XX
Good afternoon Deirdre. One of my goals for 2023 is to wear my special pieces more often. Even my blazers. I have a collection of them but rarely reach for one.
Hi Deirdre-thank you for the inspiration! Always trying to find new ways to wear my clothes from my closet so I loved this video. You gave me lots of ideas…thank you!❤
Classic with athleisure works for my vibe and coastal climate., ie Nike beige or camel sweatpants with white t, navy blazer white sneakers., pearls always. Those TH lounge pants with white shirt look smash on you well done. 👍💜how Id style those lovely cream flats is: worn in Levis, a black t shirt and a Chanel or Chanel inspired tweed jacket, probably either beige and black one or a color one like red. voila. Happy Day to you and thx for the great video
Many thanks for this informative video! I particularly appreciate your use of bullet-point graphics as a guide to styling!
Glad it was helpful! XX
I have been telling everyone I have a stylist now! I went shopping with the information I learned from you! While I was putting items into my cart, I kept saying Deidre would be very happy with this choice! I have been binge watching all of your videos! You are fabulous!
That’s so sweet of you, thank you so much xx
I like the Romance and Rock Chick! Have a wonderful day 🥰🤗
Great video thank you x
I’m going to do this, with pretty scarves on my plain tee’s and jeans; cute shoes to set the tone for a plain outfit.
Love this video - and the tulle skirt!!! Why not pair the comfy shoes with the tulle skirt and a neutral top or jumper? xx
Your comment concerning the spot on your top was super cute! Keep up the great work!
Thank you! Will do! XX
I love your style ,
I’ve just found you too. And have watched a few of your presentations. Great tips. I love hells too and they do make an outfit but I find I can no longer wear them for long if on my feet or walking. Sitting a lot is great.l can you show us older than 50 how to look stylish with out heals
Welcome to my channel. XX
Hi! Happy New Year! Love this video 😍 trying to start the new year right by not heading out to store sales for items I really don't need. So I headed to my closet as you suggested and found I have many choices. Thank you Deirdre ♥️
This was the most helpful video ever as I am trying to make more of my existing clothes in the hope of buying whats revealed as "gaps". It would be nice to see some pictures of other body types as well as your lovely self. Thanks!
Hi there I've just found you, excellent content, so interesting, thank you and a happy new year! 💐👏👌
Happy new year to you too and thank you for finding me! XX
I love this!!!
How will you hem the long, knit pants from Hilfiger? I thought I might try machine-stitching on a hem tape, then hand-stitching it down, catching just a few fabric threads at a time, but I would have to cut the knit to length first. I’m afraid to cut knits like that, the edges often curl hopelessly, or they unravel or run, but my trousers usually need to be shortened 6-9 inches, it’s way too much to just fold and stitch. (Every garment seems made for 6-foot plus tall models!). Sometimes I just fold and straight-stitch them to the desire length, leaving a bit of extra fabric, then sew two finishing seams on the extra portion, straight and zig-zag, along the edge, before cutting off the excess. I haven’t had much luck with iron-on hem tape, especially with thicker knits, the iron can’t get hot enough without damaging the fabric, so it doesn’t bond well. “Washable” iron-on hem tape doesn’t stand up to washing very well, even though I never tumble-dry my clothes. I can’t always find trousers I want in “ankle-length”, especially as styles are becoming much longer and wider in trouser legs. Wovens are much easier to hem, but I love knits! Do any of the pros out there have any suggestions? I don’t have a cover-stitch, knit machine, or serger, just a basic home-sewing machine. Thanks!
Take them to a tailor
Thankyou for video lovely again you aswell x
I love your channel!!!!!’❤
I really loved this. Great tips. I think you must have a great closet!! 😊
Thanks so much.what a nice idea..
Loving this video!
Love this idea of switching your clothes around, I’m going to wear my ‘best’ black wide leg trousers with trainers and white shirt, cuffs rolled, collar up and cropped black sweater over!
Great inspiration as always Deirdre 🥰
Brilliant. Thank you so much for sharing. It's really useful.
Happy New Year ! Thanks for all the suggestions. A great way to start the year, mix things up a little, try something fun rather than the same old look.
So useful video!!! You gave me so many beautiful ideas to shop my own wardrobe and elevate my (so classic) style!!! Well done!!! Thank you!
Aww, that's so sweet of you, Olga. Lots of love. XX
Hello dear Deirdre! This video is extremely useful. Most of the time we settle for certain styles of clothing and don't take any chances. Thanks for the tip. 😉👗👠
You're so welcome. We often just wear the same things every day, don't we? So, I thought I'd inject a little inspiration on how to maximise your wardrobe. XX
Happy new year what a great video you have compiled,
Thanks, you too! XX
Love you! Thanks for the great tips!
Love this kind of content it helps no end thank you 😊
I really enjoy your videos, thank you.
Love what you did with the dress❤❤
Thank you 🙏🏼
Love your ideas and your accent ❤
Oh dedrie I luv that beautiful green dress ❤❤❤
Hello Deirdre happy new yr x
Love your styling ideas
Thanks for great ideas. I love the Romantic/Rock and mixing fabrics and will try them when Winter comes as still Summer here at the moment.
Wonderful! XX
Love the romance with rock !
All season, I have been compelling myself to wear pieces I have been ignoring. Great ideas. Love you, Gloria
Wonderful! XX
Great video!