I love your attitude. An elegant mindset might be even more important than the clothes. I am a 74 yr old female paraplegic. I still feel young and vibrant and have an active lifestyle. I try to reflect this in my choice of a sleek custom wheelchair with subtle embellishment. I feel good in some outfits, but finding clothes the fit my seated position, poochy belly (no muscles) and a torso that has shortened over the last 37 yrs.is a real challenge. Pants are particularly I usually wear un -chic black stretch leggings that disappear my lower body and focus on finding semi fitted tops in flattering colors. Dresses must be loose enough not to bunch at lap yet not baggy. Would you do a wheelchair video with a real life model some time? btw, lived in France for a year when much younger (and taller!) Loved it!
Have you stopped “smoking” and “faking a French accent”, or “dressing like a man” yet? I’m still giggling about your hilarious videos about those bizarre comments, and I love your sense of humor. I also love these budget style tips, like all your other suggestions. Just keep on being the Marie-Anne we love!
Untill recently I was very insecure about my style, I felt I was never well dressed. Now I am receiving compliments on how "elegant" I look! I absolutely love your channel, Marie Anne🌹
I just came home from shopping for new clothes. I've lost 20 pounds in ten months and needed to get some new tops AND slacks. My slacks were getting baggy from losing the weight. I did take some of my old clothes to the local thrift store. I am 76 years old and finding out what you say in your videos is so true. My mother was a young woman in the 1940s and she always taught me to look presentable. She would buy me separates to wear to school and showed me how to mix and match tops, sweaters, skirts, jackets and slacks so I would have a large variety of outfits. She would buy me Bobbie Brooks clothing, which was a popular brand in the 1960s. She always bought me quality clothes, on sale. She also bought basic black pieces and white pieces that looked very professional when started working in the business world. Those outfits got me through 4 years of high school and beyond in my career. Thank you, again, Marie-Anne, for your great insights.
I had to dress for a funeral last Saturday, so it was my first big test. I have a few new things I bought, based on your tips. I have the clothes I did not thrown out (also based on your tips). It was like dressing from somebody else's closet--but somebody with more style than me. It did not turn out perfectly, but it turned out well. Baby steps...
My dear Marie-Anne, white, cream, navy blue and black are my favorites and those colors really upgrade any outfit. Last week I was wearing black jeans a black sweater and white sneakers. I considered this very casual, however everyone said I looked elegant. Go figure! As I always say, is not what you wear but how you wear it. Have a wonderful weekend!
I absolutely agree with wearing your best jewelry every day. How sad I feel for the lovely jewelry that sits in a jewelry box and never gets to come out and be seen.
My great aunt taught me that white around your face is very flattering when I was 15 in 1965. The advise served me well. Everyone can wear white of off white and look nice. I like monochrome with a pop of colour for an accessory. Mixing texture makes outfits interesting. Less is more classy when it comes to jewelry. The Christmas Tree affect looks cheap. Great advice for everyone at any age. I learned all of this from my beautiful mother and other ladies in my family.
Marie-Anne, thank you for another amazing video. I'm twenty years away from 50s but I really enjoy your content. I translate all your videos for my mother. She can now enjoy fashion again after all these years working so hard to provide for me and my brother and neglecting herself. She is now way more stylish than I am! 🥰🥰
This is gold. Thank you! I am definitely adding varied textures as well as i have gotten rid of my costume jewelry. I want to be sophisticated, effortless, and comfortable in my appearance. You are helping me on my journey of transformation.
Marie-Anne, you dressed me today. I had several errands and an appointment today in the city. Instead of my usual capri jeans and a tee (101 here in Texas today), I wore a navy-blue tee, dark blue jeans and blue point toe flats. Black belt and a crisp white tailored shirt over the top (unbuttoned). It looked great and I felt great wearing it. I'm 5'4" and I looked visually taller. Thank you so much for reminding me to dress nice when I walk out my door into the public.
I combined five sets of three pieces each, for a week's worth of instant wearables when I was prepping in anticipating a busy week ahead. Then, I looked at the rest and I was amazed that I could have easily doubled the number of outfits. I used to like to not wear the exact same outfit within less than two weeks. By remixing, I was able to achieve it. Wearing monochrome, the outfit is very stylish; yet, it is less memorable without prints and patterns. Find a printed scarf or kerchief, for example, to make it look distinctive. Fashion jewelry also works. However, I am less inclined to wear jewelry in the hot summer weather. One simple time saver is hang the belt and scarf with the outfit. Accessorizing is often the last thing I think of and it can hijack my time line when I have a tight schedule.
This is how I’ve been dressing since I was in my early 20’s! Got away from it a bit because I’m now in my 30’s in the midst of motherhood (with 6 children!) but I’m getting back there. I’ve been sorting out my closest to get back to my authentic self. This video was another great reminder.
i I have always saved my best jewelry (and other items) for Sunday church or formal affairs. This year I have been wearing my good jewelry more often and love it. I inherited several lovely pieces of jewelry from my mother which make me feel wonderful to wear and give me a feeling of love and strength. I had a few pieces remade into a style I love. At my age (68) I am not going to wear out my better clothes, so I am going to enjoy them instead of leaving them in my closet for Sunday. I love your channel and your content.
Thank you so much for this video. I retired in 2016 and have not bought any clothes...or outfits since. After viewing your videos I have shopped for some basics-that I learned from you! I went to a meeting and a much younger woman "loved" my jacket (it has actually been in my closet and I hadn't been wearing it!!). Today I got another compliment on "looking great". I am sure it was the outfit. Very simple "Marie-Anne chic"and causual with nice colors and better fitting clothing.
I work from home and have, um, not been stylish for a few years. I'm visiting my partner in a month and have bought a few new pieces based on your videos. I hope to wow him with a fresh, new, not-frumpy, dumpy look. Your guidance through your videos has been priceless. Thank you
I have barely worn any white in decades because I'm pale skinned and thought I needed to add color for some pizzaz. Then I started watching your channel about a month ago. Since then I have passed on to the charity store almost all of my unnatural fabrics (polyester), much of my printed tops and have gone a bit crazy buying white, cotton, lacy feminine tops. I feel I have really elevated my style. I had no idea how much I loved white. I also got rid of a lot of costume jewelry. I have several pairs of gold hoops that get worn a lot, but in the summer I like to occasionally wear red, white or blue earrings. It makes me feel nautical and summery. I enjoy your channel so much and am only sad there is no one else on TH-cam with your grace.
Hi Aloha Annie, I am fair-skinned, too, and I found that wearing white/ivory showcases the peach tone of my complexion, as well as the peach color of my lip gloss. So many women look younger in white, because the light reflects the skin, brightens it. Glad that you discovered that you can look amazing in white!
Dear Marie-Anne, I have so enjoyed watching your videos over the past several years! I so appreciate your wisdom and creativity and and writing to thank you! You are wonderful 💞 Jayne
I tried this with navy trousers and a navy blouse paired with a long silver lasso necklace. It was so classic and I looked instantly slimmer! Thank you, Marie Anne!
Jewellery - wear quality not quantity. I completely agree Marie-Anne. May I add a couple of other suggestions too : don't be afraid to change the settings of precious stones as it's a relatively cheap way to upgrade your quality jewellery and also to invest in a quality jewellery cleaner as clean sparkling jewellery is an instant way to uplift a look. Thank you Marie-Anne, you are as insightful as always.
I wear far less jewellery now that I am older. I gave away a lot of my "junk" jewellery in my 40s because a simpler look works better for me now. Excellent advice from Marie-Anne.
I just discovered your videos and I love them. I was hooked with the first one I watched. Hooked because RESPECT - respect for oneself and for the people around you - is a foundation of your work. I was so happy to hear you talk about this; it affirmed for me that I'm not just a lone crabby old 82 year old lady, but I that I know what I'm talking about and believe (while lookin' pretty good by sticking with the things you preach). Thank you and keep up the good work.
UK: I will take your advice and not keep some clothes as 'best' but enjoy wearing them now. I'll also try wearing more white, esp during the summer. Great tips, thank you.
Extremely good advice. My only comment is that cream often looks good with a strong colour. Also - a decent body shape is extremely helpful ie. not overweight. Since becoming slim - I can wear much more and look good.
Michael, Yes on losing weight. I had been carrying around too much weight and have recently lost about 10 pounds and my tummy is just about gone. I can wear blouses tucked into my pants and skirts again without being embarrassed about a big tummy sticking out. Thank God for my pounding out 5 miles each and every night!
These are very useful tips! I am sick of black and started buying white but have yet to wear most of it. Saw a woman in a laundromat wearing simple white sweats, tee and tennis shoes and it looked great. Also have a string of real pearls from 35 years ago that I've only worn twice. Need to get more organized.
Ann Marie, you are so correct! Wear those special jewelry pieces, enjoy them. Saving them for a special occasion well, every day is special. I will only bring out my diamond tiara for delicious events😂. Love your videos and presentation ❤️🇫🇷❤️.
Thank you! I just love your style, energy, confidence, and passion. I am 54, with an appleshape body type, and had given up "dressing up". I just wear loungewear, and washout loose t-shirts. 🙈 But, you have given me hope. Will try "shopping" in my closet. I hope I find something nice to wear, deep down there. 😄
I love to wear white in the heat. I hang my whites on a line in the sun after washing to keep them white. It's old fashioned but it works better than bleach. I'm intrigued by your monochrome outfit examples. I'd love to see a whole Marie-Anne video on that!
Thank you for this video Marie-Anne! Advising people to “shop their closet” is good advice to remember. I often feel like I need to keep getting more clothes to look chic, when I probably already have a lot of great pieces. Sometimes it’s better to work with what we already have instead of seeking the latest “new” piece we think we need. I’d love to see a video from you about how to make a fall travel capsule wardrobe! I’m travelling to London next month and I’m trying to figure out how to pack for “between” seasons. I’d also love a video about your thoughts on popular French brands, such as Sezane - I see that brand pop up in a lot of videos from other stylists and wonder if their clothes are worth the investment or not. One other thing I’ve noticed is shopping sustainably (choosing clothes made from sustainable fabrics and buying second hand) is becoming more important. Do people in France go thrifting? Have you found any great pieces at second hand/vintage stores in France? It would be interesting to see what great pieces can be found in these stores in France!
I found a Saks 5th Avenue black, full length coat with Edwardian lapels and pocket trims in velvet, in an expensive little town thrift shop. I would have loved it forever. Unfortunately my auntie in a care home also loved it. Gone. I’ll never forget that coat. So some thrift shops are good and some are not. I look for the shop!
@@Donna-cc1kt Hi Donna, Wow, that coat sounds like it was really beautiful! The thrift shops in the wealthier areas tend to have a better selection of classic attire. There is a particularly amazing consignment store in Monterey, California that I adore: it has very high-end clothing and shoes.
Love this Marianne! I added some white pieces over the years - first, I thought white is not flattering, but it really updates every summer look! And a few years ago I threw away all my cheap jewelry and started to wear just the gorgeous pieces I herited from my grand/mother. (But I'm in my 40s now, so they became my style). And I added piece by piece new real gold jewelry - really a game changer my dear! 💕
Some of my best jewellery has been inherited- I wear it often- as I believe it’s only ‘loaned’ to me for my lifetime. It will be passed on, so I appreciate it, and enjoy it, and am proud to own it during my lifetime…
When shopping I use an estimated cost per wearing formula: Price divided by the number of times worn/likely to wear = cost per wearing. I also shop my closet regularly. For many years I had a black/off-white/navy blue capsule wardrobe for work and I still have a black/white one for dressy occasions. However; as a newly retired person, I'm adding color and pattern to my casual daily life: chili pepper red arabesque print, cobalt blue/white paisley, and pink gingham check cotton collard shirts. Thank you Marie-Anne and have a lovely weekend.
And there's that gorgeous white shirt AGAIN! I think you could style that 1,000 ways and I would love it every time. Your advice has helped me so much, Marie-Anne. Thank you!
Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed today's video. I'm a big believer in shopping your closet, and trying to see your clothes in a new way. You help make getting dressed a real pleasure! Thank you!
Love this video! Great advise. I especially love when you said, if you don’t wear your best jewelry everyday, you might as well not have any! Exactement! I had a good laugh hearing these words. Merci beaucoup Maria-Anne!
This video resonates with me and confirms that I have not wasted my investments in accessories and clothing. I do like the suggestions. I have found in my life that there are some things to keep and add on over the years. I keep all my scarves. The patterns are basic and most in silk. I can wear a scarf from 20 years ago and it is in style. Also with jewelry. I buy sterling silver and gold for a lifetime and classic styles. I did also buy many pieces from Barse, some silver, but many in bronze. The integrity of the company with natural stones and interesting mountings are great for jeans and travel. I keep all my high-quality leather bags-they are endless styles. I laughed at the washing machine, yes I did buy some white embroidered shirts. Every time I wear them, I will think of your washing machine comment! You made me smile and feel great about my lifetime collecting-it is all good.
I am currently sewing a new wardrobe of clothes (pandemic sort of over, want to start going out walking, need clothes to walk in) so am trying to do most outfits so they can be worn as a monochrome outfit - matching trousers and top - or they will mix with another outfit - trousers from this set, top from that set - so I have carefully chosen a few colours that will all go together (green, yellow, pink, lavender/lilac) and I make sure that I have hints of another colour(s) on each top in the form of piping details so I know they can be worn and still pick up the different colour used.
Thank you, Marie-Anne for another informative video! In regard to wearing white, I wonder whether you would consider publishing an entire video on white shirts of various price points as you did with the marinaiére? I would also be interested in resources for white dresses. Thanks again!
I loved the advice on varying the monochromes and textures but I don't enjoy the white shirt and black trousers/skirt combo because of all the years I spent waitressing.
White, monochrome varying texture..... familiar from earlier videos and I have been having a great time trying these ideas. My go to outfit a black sheath with pearls nude pantyhose black or nude shoes (bare legs in summer nude candles) cold weather - cardigans jackets etc. I LOVED THE BELT IDEA.....ANOTHER LOOK SAME PIECE... I always learn from your habit videos.....thank you G
This has come just at the right time for me Marie-Anne as my hubby is taking me to a nice Restaurant this evening, with that in mind I am off to sort my wardrobe out. thank you as always.
I do not consider my self your target audience although I am over 50. I work from home in IT and spend most of my weekend in bike clothes or gardening togs. So imagine my surprise when I watched this video and then.....bought both a white blouse and white capri pants (necessary here in the hot and humid DC area). Wore them both during a bike trip weekend after the cycling ended and the dining began. Got lots of compliments so thank you!
Love this! I am a fan of wearing monochromatic outfits with a variation in texture. Keeps the look simple, chic and interesting. I really have to get a good belt. I was always afraid of wearing belts visibly because my tummy is bigger than I like. I'm learning that belts in the right places slim and accent the waist, accenting my curves and minimizing my tummy. Thanks for these tips! I'm off to find a good belt! :)
Hi Lovely, I am the same; I am down to only a few belts after a few years of having my tummy bigger than I wanted. However, now that I have lost weight, I need to showcase my slimmer physique with some great belts. They really elevate an outfit. I do have a gold-tone chain belt (two tiers) from Saks Fifth Avenue (30 years ago), that instantly elevates even jeans. It has never tarnished!
I really like your suggestion of wearing our best jewellery everyday. I have been doing that for years because everyday is special. But I definitely surprise a lot of my friends that I do that. Now I know it’s ok to do that 😀👏🏼👏🏼 Great video 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🌸
LOOOOVE this video! One of my top 3 videos! It is comprehensive, shopping is optional to achieve and applies to all ages FOR all ages! Thank you very much Marie-Anne!!
I absolutely love your channel! I enjoy it so much! Your style is so classicly elegant, so chic, so smart, and yet so clean and simple, and so affirming for me as a woman over the age of 40. Thank you so much for all of your tips. I live in the United States, and I am US American by birth, and it seems that women even my age or older go for a look that is more, shall we say, obtrusively sexy? So in my younger years when I was less settled in my way I felt a little pressure sometimes to fit in. The "sexy" look certainly has its appeal, but it's just not me: I don't like to draw attention to myself as doing so makes me feel silly. But I really identify so much with the classic European style of dress and self-presentation. So thank you for this channel!
I read somewhere that woman over 40 should never wear plastic/cheap jewellery. And I agree. I think this is what you are saying as well. Scarfs, belts yes! Generally you advice is great.
Wow endless possibilities. Fabulous ideas. Soon we'll be in sticky humidity here in Qld Australia so I am embracing all your tips and tricks. Bought a gorgeous white textured blouse and black pants on sale. You give us so much confidence. Thank you beautiful lady. ❣❣
Great video Marie-Anne! Love these looks. I like that you reminded us to wear our nice jewelry every day, I totally agree otherwise it gets forgotten and never worn. I love the monochrome look! Merci! ❤️
Wonderful ideas and you look gorgeous in the examples! I still have to train my eye for the "monochrome" in the case of colour, I find that the colours need to have the same base undertone - either cool or warm - otherwise they clash. For example mixing a cool green with a warmer green, it looks off. And also this needs to be done in good natural lighting or it's easy to mismatch. I have struggled with monochrome for this reason, because most of my clothes were bought disregarding the undertone... so they don't always go together even if they are technically the same colour.
I have always loved neutrals, but didn't have much white (except for an eyelet skirt I bought in Paris) until I started watching your videos. I now have added some white and cream pieces, and they really do upgrade a look. Your rock star hair in this video looks amazing, by the way!
I'm a singer , i have to look cool but not offensive. I love working out textures, as you say. 👍💜🎆 i have favourite pieces of jewellry, bead necklaces. But i have to make sure they won't catch in the guitar strap etc. So i stick to a simple but beloved pendant on a silver chain. 💜🎸🎤🎼🌅 ( favourite song : What a difference a day makes, by Dinah Washington. 💗).
Dear Marie-Anne, I thought white tops or shirts no way. I have white hair BUT I tried with short pixie hair cut, red lipstick and a colour for a belt or scarf and voila tres chic. Many thanks for great advice xx
Dear Marie-Anne, What amazing tips! Thank for this sage advice. I love your idea of looping a silk scarf on your pants instead of a belt--how French, how chic. You look so lovely in all your pictures; I would much rather see you modeling outfits than a so-called professional model. And your property is so beautiful, too. Thank you!!
Last summer I bought a pair of white jeans which I totally love and wear with my white T-shirts and blouses. Excellent investment, and since the fabric is thick I don’t even have the problem of transparency…
Hi Marie Anne, I am reviewing your older videos, and of course they are still very good for 2024. I am lucky enough to have inherited some classic jewelry pieces from my grandmother and my sweet auntie. I have a 1920s platinum engagement diamond ring, a large aquamarine ring, a gold braclet with several different colored stones, and a gold and silver mixed wide braclet! I wear these pieces on regular rotation. They remind me every day of my dear grandmother and aunt. Sometimes people will comment on my classic jewelry which always makes me feel happy! Thanks for all your videos! ❤
I agree with all of your suggestions. I haven't worn belts for the longest time up until 9 months ago. ( I am in my mid sixties). Now I use the belt as a go-to to upgrade my outfits. It does make such a difference. I have always loved wearing white. I still find it hard to wear my white jeans in the winter, though. I also add cardigans to elevate some of my looks. Thanks again for your inspiration.
Your suggestion of monochromatic dressing is so spot on! I frequently do that and always feel polished. I find that often your best dressing tips apply well to home decorating as well. I have decorated my first floor in varying shades and textures of cream and soft brown, with a red foyer and white trim throughout the house. It’s resulted in a soothing and classy presentation. I love your tips, Marie-Anne. ❤️
Marie anne, all great tips! I love white clothes and wear them all year around. Dark clothes can visually shrink the outline of a shape, it also gives the impression of heavier mass. I noticed white clothes make people look lighter regardless of size, and more approachable. There were studies done to sports team uniform colors. The ones wearing dark ,especially the black ones get more penalty than the teams wearing lighter uniforms as black uniforms were perceived more aggressive.
In my wardrobe : Classic white shirt ☑️ Top to toe blues ☑️ Knits with corduroy (it's winter here!) ☑️ Minimal silver jewellery ☑️ No belts across this tummy, though 😜
Marie-Anne i'ts true about white. Today I needed to protect my shoulders from the sun, I put a white tailored blouse over my sleeveless, it protected my shoulders but it totally elevated my whole outfit. It added such brightness. I loved it! And you're right about jewelry Im going to start wearing mine. :)
I love your attitude. An elegant mindset might be even more important than the clothes. I am a 74 yr old female paraplegic. I still feel young and vibrant and have an active lifestyle. I try to reflect this in my choice of a sleek custom wheelchair with subtle embellishment. I feel good in some outfits, but finding clothes the fit my seated position, poochy belly (no muscles) and a torso that has shortened over the last 37 yrs.is a real challenge. Pants are particularly I usually wear un -chic black stretch leggings that disappear my lower body and focus on finding semi fitted tops in flattering colors. Dresses must be loose enough not to bunch at lap yet not baggy. Would you do a wheelchair video with a real life model some time? btw, lived in France for a year when much younger (and taller!) Loved it!
Have you stopped “smoking” and “faking a French accent”, or “dressing like a man” yet? I’m still giggling about your hilarious videos about those bizarre comments, and I love your sense of humor. I also love these budget style tips, like all your other suggestions. Just keep on being the Marie-Anne we love!
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Untill recently I was very insecure about my style, I felt I was never well dressed. Now I am receiving compliments on how "elegant" I look! I absolutely love your channel, Marie Anne🌹
I just came home from shopping for new clothes. I've lost 20 pounds in ten months and needed to get some new tops AND slacks. My slacks were getting baggy from losing the weight. I did take some of my old clothes to the local thrift store. I am 76 years old and finding out what you say in your videos is so true. My mother was a young woman in the 1940s and she always taught me to look presentable. She would buy me separates to wear to school and showed me how to mix and match tops, sweaters, skirts, jackets and slacks so I would have a large variety of outfits. She would buy me Bobbie Brooks clothing, which was a popular brand in the 1960s. She always bought me quality clothes, on sale. She also bought basic black pieces and white pieces that looked very professional when started working in the business world. Those outfits got me through 4 years of high school and beyond in my career.
Thank you, again, Marie-Anne, for your great insights.
I had to dress for a funeral last Saturday, so it was my first big test. I have a few new things I bought, based on your tips. I have the clothes I did not thrown out (also based on your tips). It was like dressing from somebody else's closet--but somebody with more style than me. It did not turn out perfectly, but it turned out well. Baby steps...
My dear Marie-Anne, white, cream, navy blue and black are my favorites and those colors really upgrade any outfit.
Last week I was wearing black jeans a black sweater and white sneakers. I considered this very casual, however everyone said I looked elegant. Go figure!
As I always say, is not what you wear but how you wear it.
Have a wonderful weekend!
I absolutely agree with wearing your best jewelry every day. How sad I feel for the lovely jewelry that sits in a jewelry box and never gets to come out and be seen.
Yes!! Wear your good jewlery, sparsley, upgrades my look. Simple, eyecatching and complements!!!
My great aunt taught me that white around your face is very flattering when I was 15 in 1965. The advise served me well. Everyone can wear white of off white and look nice. I like monochrome with a pop of colour for an accessory. Mixing texture makes outfits interesting. Less is more classy when it comes to jewelry. The Christmas Tree affect looks cheap. Great advice for everyone at any age. I learned all of this from my beautiful mother and other ladies in my family.
Marie-Anne, thank you for another amazing video. I'm twenty years away from 50s but I really enjoy your content. I translate all your videos for my mother. She can now enjoy fashion again after all these years working so hard to provide for me and my brother and neglecting herself. She is now way more stylish than I am! 🥰🥰
Dear Nicola, What an amazing and thoughtful daughter you are to your mom! Your mom sounds like a selfless, amazing woman. You can be elegant together!
@@nataliamiles7109 Thank you for the kind words. 🥰🥰
@@MarieAnneLecoeur Bonjour Marie-Anne! We look forward to the next video. 😀
This is gold. Thank you! I am definitely adding varied textures as well as i have gotten rid of my costume jewelry. I want to be sophisticated, effortless, and comfortable in my appearance. You are helping me on my journey of transformation.
Marie-Anne, you dressed me today. I had several errands and an appointment today in the city. Instead of my usual capri jeans and a tee (101 here in Texas today), I wore a navy-blue tee, dark blue jeans and blue point toe flats. Black belt and a crisp white tailored shirt over the top (unbuttoned). It looked great and I felt great wearing it. I'm 5'4" and I looked visually taller. Thank you so much for reminding me to dress nice when I walk out my door into the public.
Cheryl, That sounds like an elegant and fresh looking outfit for the heat! The white shirt really elevated it.
I combined five sets of three pieces each, for a week's worth of instant wearables when I was prepping in anticipating a busy week ahead. Then, I looked at the rest and I was amazed that I could have easily doubled the number of outfits. I used to like to not wear the exact same outfit within less than two weeks. By remixing, I was able to achieve it.
Wearing monochrome, the outfit is very stylish; yet, it is less memorable without prints and patterns.
Find a printed scarf or kerchief, for example, to make it look distinctive. Fashion jewelry also works. However, I am less inclined to wear jewelry in the hot summer weather. One simple time saver is hang the belt and scarf with the outfit. Accessorizing is often the last thing I think of and it can hijack my time line when I have a tight schedule.
This is how I’ve been dressing since I was in my early 20’s! Got away from it a bit because I’m now in my 30’s in the midst of motherhood (with 6 children!) but I’m getting back there. I’ve been sorting out my closest to get back to my authentic self. This video was another great reminder.
i I have always saved my best jewelry (and other items) for Sunday church or formal affairs. This year I have been wearing my good jewelry more often and love it. I inherited several lovely pieces of jewelry from my mother which make me feel wonderful to wear and give me a feeling of love and strength. I had a few pieces remade into a style I love. At my age (68) I am not going to wear out my better clothes, so I am going to enjoy them instead of leaving them in my closet for Sunday. I love your channel and your content.
That is wonderful Sue 😃
Thank you so much for this video. I retired in 2016 and have not bought any clothes...or outfits since. After viewing your videos I have shopped for some basics-that I learned from you! I went to a meeting and a much younger woman "loved" my jacket (it has actually been in my closet and I hadn't been wearing it!!). Today I got another compliment on "looking great". I am sure it was the outfit. Very simple "Marie-Anne chic"and causual with nice colors and better fitting clothing.
I work from home and have, um, not been stylish for a few years. I'm visiting my partner in a month and have bought a few new pieces based on your videos. I hope to wow him with a fresh, new, not-frumpy, dumpy look. Your guidance through your videos has been priceless. Thank you
I have barely worn any white in decades because I'm pale skinned and thought I needed to add color for some pizzaz. Then I started watching your channel about a month ago. Since then I have passed on to the charity store almost all of my unnatural fabrics (polyester), much of my printed tops and have gone a bit crazy buying white, cotton, lacy feminine tops. I feel I have really elevated my style. I had no idea how much I loved white. I also got rid of a lot of costume jewelry. I have several pairs of gold hoops that get worn a lot, but in the summer I like to occasionally wear red, white or blue earrings. It makes me feel nautical and summery.
I enjoy your channel so much and am only sad there is no one else on TH-cam with your grace.
Hi Aloha Annie, I am fair-skinned, too, and I found that wearing white/ivory showcases the peach tone of my complexion, as well as the peach color of my lip gloss. So many women look younger in white, because the light reflects the skin, brightens it. Glad that you discovered that you can look amazing in white!
Thankyou Marie anne i appreciate your advice ❤
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Dear Marie-Anne,
I have so enjoyed watching your videos over the past several years!
I so appreciate your wisdom and creativity and and writing to thank you!
You are wonderful 💞
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I tried this with navy trousers and a navy blouse paired with a long silver lasso necklace. It was so classic and I looked instantly slimmer! Thank you, Marie Anne!
Jewellery - wear quality not quantity. I completely agree Marie-Anne. May I add a couple of other suggestions too : don't be afraid to change the settings of precious stones as it's a relatively cheap way to upgrade your quality jewellery and also to invest in a quality jewellery cleaner as clean sparkling jewellery is an instant way to uplift a look.
Thank you Marie-Anne, you are as insightful as always.
I wear far less jewellery now that I am older. I gave away a lot of my "junk" jewellery in my 40s because a simpler look works better for me now. Excellent advice from Marie-Anne.
I just discovered your videos and I love them. I was hooked with the first one I watched. Hooked because RESPECT - respect for oneself and for the people around you - is a foundation of your work. I was so happy to hear you talk about this; it affirmed for me that I'm not just a lone crabby old 82 year old lady, but I that I know what I'm talking about and believe (while lookin' pretty good by sticking with the things you preach). Thank you and keep up the good work.
Thank you . I'm now rethinking my outfits each day. Trying to wear different combinations .
UK: I will take your advice and not keep some clothes as 'best' but enjoy wearing them now.
I'll also try wearing more white, esp during the summer.
Great tips, thank you.
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I agree about the jewelry...at least for me. I only wear precious metals, always have. My French mother and grandmother taught me that.
I am a married Indian woman and wear only heritage jewellery in precious metals only as accessories. I learnt that from my grandmother and mother
Extremely good advice. My only comment is that cream often looks good with a strong colour. Also - a decent body shape is extremely helpful ie. not overweight. Since becoming slim - I can wear much more and look good.
Michael, Yes on losing weight. I had been carrying around too much weight and have recently lost about 10 pounds and my tummy is just about gone. I can wear blouses tucked into my pants and skirts again without being embarrassed about a big tummy sticking out. Thank God for my pounding out 5 miles each and every night!
These are very useful tips! I am sick of black and started buying white but have yet to wear most of it. Saw a woman in a laundromat wearing simple white sweats, tee and tennis shoes and it looked great. Also have a string of real pearls from 35 years ago that I've only worn twice. Need to get more organized.
Ann Marie, you are so correct! Wear those special jewelry pieces, enjoy them. Saving them for a special occasion well, every day is special. I will only bring out my diamond tiara for delicious events😂.
Love your videos and presentation ❤️🇫🇷❤️.
Thank you! I just love your style, energy, confidence, and passion. I am 54, with an appleshape body type, and had given up "dressing up". I just wear loungewear, and washout loose t-shirts. 🙈 But, you have given me hope. Will try "shopping" in my closet. I hope I find something nice to wear, deep down there. 😄
I love to wear white in the heat. I hang my whites on a line in the sun after washing to keep them white. It's old fashioned but it works better than bleach. I'm intrigued by your monochrome outfit examples. I'd love to see a whole Marie-Anne video on that!
Thank you for this video Marie-Anne! Advising people to “shop their closet” is good advice to remember. I often feel like I need to keep getting more clothes to look chic, when I probably already have a lot of great pieces.
Sometimes it’s better to work with what we already have instead of seeking the latest “new” piece we think we need.
I’d love to see a video from you about how to make a fall travel capsule wardrobe! I’m travelling to London next month and I’m trying to figure out how to pack for “between” seasons. I’d also love a video about your thoughts on popular French brands, such as Sezane - I see that brand pop up in a lot of videos from other stylists and wonder if their clothes are worth the investment or not.
One other thing I’ve noticed is shopping sustainably (choosing clothes made from sustainable fabrics and buying second hand) is becoming more important. Do people in France go thrifting? Have you found any great pieces at second hand/vintage stores in France? It would be interesting to see what great pieces can be found in these stores in France!
Yes, we can look at our closet with fresh eyes and ideas thanks to Marie-Anne!
I found a Saks 5th Avenue black, full length coat with Edwardian lapels and pocket trims in velvet, in an expensive little town thrift shop. I would have loved it forever. Unfortunately my auntie in a care home also loved it. Gone. I’ll never forget that coat. So some thrift shops are good and some are not. I look for the shop!
@@Donna-cc1kt Hi Donna, Wow, that coat sounds like it was really beautiful! The thrift shops in the wealthier areas tend to have a better selection of classic attire. There is a particularly amazing consignment store in Monterey, California that I adore: it has very high-end clothing and shoes.
I going to take a look through my jewelry I haven’t worn in years after watching this video!
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I just love your videos! Great ideas
Love this Marianne! I added some white pieces over the years - first, I thought white is not flattering, but it really updates every summer look! And a few years ago I threw away all my cheap jewelry and started to wear just the gorgeous pieces I herited from my grand/mother. (But I'm in my 40s now, so they became my style). And I added piece by piece new real gold jewelry - really a game changer my dear! 💕
Some of my best jewellery has been inherited- I wear it often- as I believe it’s only ‘loaned’ to me for my lifetime. It will be passed on, so I appreciate it, and enjoy it, and am proud to own it during my lifetime…
Marie-Anne you look gorgeous in all your examples 🥰these ideas are very helpful thank you.I am going to shop my cupboard for upgraded outfits .👏💕😘
Thank you Marie Ann, you have so much ideas and I have taken many of them. They are classic.
Lots of leather skirts, pants and blazers this fall. Varying textures was what I needed to make these pieces work. Thank you so much for your advise.
Love what you said about wearing your best jewelry everyday. Might as well enjoy it ! I don’t do it, but I’m going to eliminate my costume jewelry .
When shopping I use an estimated cost per wearing formula: Price divided by the number of times worn/likely to wear = cost per wearing. I also shop my closet regularly.
For many years I had a black/off-white/navy blue capsule wardrobe for work and I still have a black/white one for dressy occasions. However; as a newly retired person, I'm adding color and pattern to my casual daily life: chili pepper red arabesque print, cobalt blue/white paisley, and pink gingham check cotton collard shirts. Thank you Marie-Anne and have a lovely weekend.
And there's that gorgeous white shirt AGAIN! I think you could style that 1,000 ways and I would love it every time. Your advice has helped me so much, Marie-Anne. Thank you!
I love these ideas! Thank you!
Practical, easy and classy tips to follow. Love these helpful videos....well, love all your posts!!
Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed today's video. I'm a big believer in shopping your closet, and trying to see your clothes in a new way. You help make getting dressed a real pleasure! Thank you!
Love this video! Great advise. I especially love when you said, if you don’t wear your best jewelry everyday, you might as well not have any! Exactement! I had a good laugh hearing these words. Merci beaucoup Maria-Anne!
You look fabulous…Don’t ever change. I love your style and sense of fashion. There is nothing any of us can do about ignorant people, except to laugh.
Love your videos.. I take something useful away every time..! Have a great day!
White is so right.
This video resonates with me and confirms that I have not wasted my investments in accessories and clothing. I do like the suggestions. I have found in my life that there are some things to keep and add on over the years. I keep all my scarves. The patterns are basic and most in silk. I can wear a scarf from 20 years ago and it is in style. Also with jewelry. I buy sterling silver and gold for a lifetime and classic styles. I did also buy many pieces from Barse, some silver, but many in bronze. The integrity of the company with natural stones and interesting mountings are great for jeans and travel. I keep all my high-quality leather bags-they are endless styles. I laughed at the washing machine, yes I did buy some white embroidered shirts. Every time I wear them, I will think of your washing machine comment! You made me smile and feel great about my lifetime collecting-it is all good.
I am currently sewing a new wardrobe of clothes (pandemic sort of over, want to start going out walking, need clothes to walk in) so am trying to do most outfits so they can be worn as a monochrome outfit - matching trousers and top - or they will mix with another outfit - trousers from this set, top from that set - so I have carefully chosen a few colours that will all go together (green, yellow, pink, lavender/lilac) and I make sure that I have hints of another colour(s) on each top in the form of piping details so I know they can be worn and still pick up the different colour used.
I adore the idea of varying textures of clothing.
Thank you, Marie-Anne for another informative video! In regard to wearing white, I wonder whether you would consider publishing an entire video on white shirts of various price points as you did with the marinaiére? I would also be interested in resources for white dresses. Thanks again!
Wow, thank you so much for this! Love your style and advice 🙂
You are very welcome Madeline 😘
Thank you!! I need all of your tips!
I loved the advice on varying the monochromes and textures but I don't enjoy the white shirt and black trousers/skirt combo because of all the years I spent waitressing.
Varying textures! Immediately gives you a chic AND edgy look.
White, monochrome varying texture..... familiar from earlier videos and I have been having a great time trying these ideas. My go to outfit a black sheath with pearls nude pantyhose black or nude shoes (bare legs in summer nude candles) cold weather - cardigans jackets etc. I LOVED THE BELT IDEA.....ANOTHER LOOK SAME PIECE... I always learn from your habit videos.....thank you G
This has come just at the right time for me Marie-Anne as my hubby is taking me to a nice Restaurant this evening, with that in mind I am off to sort my wardrobe out. thank you as always.
Bonjour Marie-Anne! More great tips from the best!! I like the idea of adding texture to create interest! Same applies to home decorating! Merci!!
I do not consider my self your target audience although I am over 50. I work from home in IT and spend most of my weekend in bike clothes or gardening togs. So imagine my surprise when I watched this video and then.....bought both a white blouse and white capri pants (necessary here in the hot and humid DC area). Wore them both during a bike trip weekend after the cycling ended and the dining began. Got lots of compliments so thank you!
Love this! I am a fan of wearing monochromatic outfits with a variation in texture. Keeps the look simple, chic and interesting. I really have to get a good belt. I was always afraid of wearing belts visibly because my tummy is bigger than I like. I'm learning that belts in the right places slim and accent the waist, accenting my curves and minimizing my tummy. Thanks for these tips! I'm off to find a good belt! :)
Hi Lovely, I am the same; I am down to only a few belts after a few years of having my tummy bigger than I wanted. However, now that I have lost weight, I need to showcase my slimmer physique with some great belts. They really elevate an outfit. I do have a gold-tone chain belt (two tiers) from Saks Fifth Avenue (30 years ago), that instantly elevates even jeans. It has never tarnished!
I really like your suggestion of wearing our best jewellery everyday. I have been doing that for years because everyday is special. But I definitely surprise a lot of my friends that I do that. Now I know it’s ok to do that 😀👏🏼👏🏼 Great video 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🌸
LOOOOVE this video! One of my top 3 videos! It is comprehensive, shopping is optional to achieve and applies to all ages FOR all ages! Thank you very much Marie-Anne!!
I absolutely love your channel! I enjoy it so much! Your style is so classicly elegant, so chic, so smart, and yet so clean and simple, and so affirming for me as a woman over the age of 40. Thank you so much for all of your tips. I live in the United States, and I am US American by birth, and it seems that women even my age or older go for a look that is more, shall we say, obtrusively sexy? So in my younger years when I was less settled in my way I felt a little pressure sometimes to fit in. The "sexy" look certainly has its appeal, but it's just not me: I don't like to draw attention to myself as doing so makes me feel silly. But I really identify so much with the classic European style of dress and self-presentation. So thank you for this channel!
I read somewhere that woman over 40 should never wear plastic/cheap jewellery. And I agree. I think this is what you are saying as well.
Scarfs, belts yes! Generally you advice is great.
Wow endless possibilities. Fabulous ideas. Soon we'll be in sticky humidity here in Qld Australia so I am embracing all your tips and tricks. Bought a gorgeous white textured blouse and black pants on sale. You give us so much confidence. Thank you beautiful lady. ❣❣
Thank you! Just what I needed to hear most!
Hello there from Chicago. Thank you for this. You and Kate Middleton are my icons. Such great ideas.
Love, love, love our videos! So many good points! You are so smart and beautiful yet you are not condescending.
Merci Teak - I appreciate your kind words very much 🙏
Marie-Ann I loved seeing all of the old clips from your last video's.
You look chic` in them all.
Great tips this week. Thank you 🌹🌹
Every suggestion . . . easy, sensible and so appealing to the eye (and budget).
You truly understand mature women. Again, thank you!
Thank you for these simple tips. Upgrading with what you have is free. Much love beautiful!
The black and black and white outfits you showed on you were stunning on you. I think you are a Winter.
Great video Marie-Anne! Love these looks. I like that you reminded us to wear our nice jewelry every day, I totally agree otherwise it gets forgotten and never worn. I love the monochrome look! Merci! ❤️
Wonderful ideas and you look gorgeous in the examples! I still have to train my eye for the "monochrome" in the case of colour, I find that the colours need to have the same base undertone - either cool or warm - otherwise they clash. For example mixing a cool green with a warmer green, it looks off. And also this needs to be done in good natural lighting or it's easy to mismatch. I have struggled with monochrome for this reason, because most of my clothes were bought disregarding the undertone... so they don't always go together even if they are technically the same colour.
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I have always loved neutrals, but didn't have much white (except for an eyelet skirt I bought in Paris) until I started watching your videos. I now have added some white and cream pieces, and they really do upgrade a look. Your rock star hair in this video looks amazing, by the way!
I'm a singer , i have to look cool but not offensive. I love working out textures, as you say. 👍💜🎆 i have favourite pieces of jewellry, bead necklaces. But i have to make sure they won't catch in the guitar strap etc. So i stick to a simple but beloved pendant on a silver chain. 💜🎸🎤🎼🌅 ( favourite song : What a difference a day makes, by Dinah Washington. 💗).
You are my fav TH-camr!!!! Classy, witty, and trés belle toujours!!!!
Dear Marie-Anne, I thought white tops or shirts no way. I have white hair BUT I tried with short pixie hair cut, red lipstick and a colour for a belt or scarf and voila tres chic. Many thanks for great advice xx
Very good reminders. I do a lot of hiking and have “upgraded” my outdoor look as well. Thanks. Plus, you are so very entertaining.
Dear Marie-Anne, What amazing tips! Thank for this sage advice. I love your idea of looping a silk scarf on your pants instead of a belt--how French, how chic. You look so lovely in all your pictures; I would much rather see you modeling outfits than a so-called professional model. And your property is so beautiful, too. Thank you!!
I’ve always worn belts to really finish an outfit 🎉thanks Marie Anne Barb
Great tips Marie-Anne! I enjoyed this video!
Last summer I bought a pair of white jeans which I totally love and wear with my white T-shirts and blouses. Excellent investment, and since the fabric is thick I don’t even have the problem of transparency…
Hi Marie Anne, I am reviewing your older videos, and of course they are still very good for 2024. I am lucky enough to have inherited some classic jewelry pieces from my grandmother and my sweet auntie. I have a 1920s platinum engagement diamond ring, a large aquamarine ring, a gold braclet with several different colored stones, and a gold and silver mixed wide braclet! I wear these pieces on regular rotation. They remind me every day of my dear grandmother and aunt. Sometimes people will comment on my classic jewelry which always makes me feel happy! Thanks for all your videos! ❤
How wonderful Lynne that 1920s ring sounds beautiful 🤍
I agree with your sentiments on jewellery, Marie Anne.
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I agree with all of your suggestions. I haven't worn belts for the longest time up until 9 months ago. ( I am in my mid sixties). Now I use the belt as a go-to to upgrade my outfits. It does make such a difference. I have always loved wearing white. I still find it hard to wear my white jeans in the winter, though. I also add cardigans to elevate some of my looks. Thanks again for your inspiration.
Your suggestion of monochromatic dressing is so spot on! I frequently do that and always feel polished. I find that often your best dressing tips apply well to home decorating as well. I have decorated my first floor in varying shades and textures of cream and soft brown, with a red foyer and white trim throughout the house. It’s resulted in a soothing and classy presentation. I love your tips, Marie-Anne. ❤️
Wonderful tips, I’m off to rework my wardrobe tomorrow ❤️
Mille mercis pour vos bons conseils et astuces, si simples et si efficaces. Vous m' êtes une très grande aide!
Your advice about wearing your best pieces is great. I had never thought of that. Even though I do use my best china and stoneware daily! Great tip.
Thank you for the video. I am going to use your suggestions as I pack for a trip to Florida.
Marie anne, all great tips! I love white clothes and wear them all year around. Dark clothes can visually shrink the outline of a shape, it also gives the impression of heavier mass. I noticed white clothes make people look lighter regardless of size, and more approachable. There were studies done to sports team uniform colors. The ones wearing dark ,especially the black ones get more penalty than the teams wearing lighter uniforms as black uniforms were perceived more aggressive.
WOW Marie Anne throughly enjoyed this video. Loved all your suggestions and choices. Thanks 😊
Such practical and creative ideas!
In my wardrobe :
Classic white shirt ☑️
Top to toe blues ☑️
Knits with corduroy (it's winter here!) ☑️
Minimal silver jewellery ☑️
No belts across this tummy, though 😜
Thank you so much for your helpful inspiration...and for mentioning us ladies in the southern hemisphere.
Marie-Anne i'ts true about white. Today I needed to protect my shoulders from the sun, I put a white tailored blouse over my sleeveless, it protected my shoulders but it totally elevated my whole outfit. It added such brightness. I loved it! And you're right about jewelry Im going to start wearing mine. :)