My entire spring and summer wardrobe this year consists of 7 dresses in colors that I love, and floral prints!☺️ My extras consist of 1940s inspired cropped sweaters to wear over them on cooler days, and one pair of white sneakers and one pair of white sandals. That’s it! I’ve never been so happy with my wardrobe choices before now!!☺️
@@deannab9511 Hi!! I bought my sweaters from Amazon. Here is the link to the ones I bought. I love them and wear one of them almost every day!☺️ www.amazon.com/Womens-Button-Cropped-Cardigan-Sweater/dp/B07DQS5TW6/ref=mp_s_a_1_23?dchild=1&keywords=cropped+vintage+sweater&qid=1618242629&sprefix=cropped+vintage+swe&sr=8-23
Because my wardrobe is minimal, I keep the colors minimal- navy, cream, black. A friend from church gave me a bag of clothes (she’d gained weight), and when I got home....oh my goodness the beautiful colors! Those pieces brought me such joy!
Such helpful questions, thank you! I was enjoying this video when my 3-year-old came into the room. I thought, "Teachable Moment!", and asked her, "if you could wear whatever you wanted, what would it be? Her eyes lit up, and she gave me a huge smile as she said, "Nothing!" I wasn't prepared for that... 🤣
I get the majority of my clothes from Goodwill and knowing what colors I like to where has really helped me to breeze through the racks and racks of clothes there.
If I could dress any way I wanted, I'd be in late 19th century or Edwardian ensembles at all times LOL. My compromise to modernity is wearing long full skirts and somewhat frilly blouses. Looking forward to seeing your spring collection, Jennifer!
"People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." 1 Samuel 16:7 Your video today made me think of this Bible verse! It is so true that our outward appearance is that book cover and it is wise to be intentional with it. I loved all of your tips in this video. I can't wait to see your new wardrobe!!!
Good morning, Jennifer. When first wearing skirts and dresses, try a denim skirt in any shade and wear it with any shirt you’d wear with jeans, capris or shorts. Love your lip color this morning! Have a beautiful week, Julie 🌷
Ahhh this is so funny! I was just discussing color season analysis with my grandmother. She followed a workshop when she was younger and still had her little color passport booklets. She’s a Spring. We found out that I am a Spring too, so she gifted me her booklet with color swatches. It’s been so lovely to find this out together and to explore pretty dresses that make me feel vibrant, as you said! My favorite colors in interior are yellow and pink, and incidentally (or not!) they look good on me in terms of clothing as well. That just brings me a ton of joy. I’ve been looking into matching my makeup as well, getting more peachy tones and it just makes me look so much healthier. I feel a lot more confident. My closet is now full of yellows, bright mustards, warm pinks, peach tones, tangerine tones... a dream for me! And I’ve always known I look good in delicate, gold or rose gold jewelry, just like my nana! It’s been a wonderful journey with my grandma, and now my mother and sister are interested too! 💛💛 I’ve always felt that I didn’t LOOK as joyful as I FELT inside. I now get why. I wore dark, draining colors that didn’t suit me!
I absolutely love what you’ve said here and what you’ve caused me to consider. It also brought to mind a time when I had work done on my car. I had spent several days going back and forth to the Lexus dealership. I noticed a young woman there (around 30, I would guess) that always had a pretty, feminine dress on. Not tailored or business like, but pretty. So on the 3rd day I made a comment to her about how pretty I thought her dresses were and that I was so impressed to see a young woman in this day and age (and in particular the area where I live) wear dresses. She responded “that’s all I wear”. Boom! This young lady knew her style. I really admired that.
I love what you've just said " life is to short" I love listening your video during declutter and this words just hit me. I love light colours and flattering dresses. I love summer and summer dresses.
I also love dainty necklaces. When we went to Disney World, I bought a tiny silver Cinderella's Castle on a fine silver chain. It doesn't scream SOUVENIR!!!! It reminds me of how hard we worked to save money and make a dream come true, but most people would not think Disney when they see it.
Jennifer this is a Master Class on planning your wordrobe, it took me a long time to figure out I should choose colors that were flattering to my skin and eyes not all colors I liked. I absolutely love that nude dress, it's beautiful on you! I was cleaning my closet this weekend and one of my girls looked in my jewelry box and said I never seen all this, so now I'm wearing a different piece each day until I wear them all! Thanks Jennifer!
I think we should save space for mood as well. Some days a woman may feel romantic, or sensual, not sexy necessarily, another day edgy, yet another day more tailored. A woman's moods as well can be reflected through her wardrobe.
"It's your visual call to the world" that really stood out for me. I thought I was a black & white neutral kind of girl but in the past year I find myself wanting to wear floral & pastel colours. That mind shift in me is probably wanting to reflect that outwardly, hence the visual call to the world. Love it. xo
“Your clothing is your visual calling card to the world” - “How we present ourselves is truly important” This has impacted me so much on my quest for personal style that reflects who I am in a modest, elegant way 💯💛
Pink, peach, coral family of colors look the very best on me. Pink has always been my favorite color back to childhood. I wear these shades in lip and nail products 💗🌷😊
In my dream world, I’d be breezing about in long flowing dresses... think Titanic, Silver Screen, and Goddesses! I find I get the most compliments when I wear coral pink, but I find it harder to fit into an overall colour scheme (I’m a deep autumn).
How true it is that books and people are judged (initially) by their cover/clothing. Whenever I am browsing at my favorite bookstore, I can ALWAYS tell whether a book is interesting for me just by looking at the cover. Never thought of it that way. Happy Monday!
Writing things down and being able to fear back is important. That way, when I shop,I can be intentional. I typically choose colors that work well fo me...I do just know. I have on occasion purchased something that when I got it home and wore it a few times didn’t make me l my best. I think I’ll part with it this spring. My favorite colors to wear? Black, navy, red, red, more red, orange, purple, and white. Jewelry...small to medium hoops in gold, stud pearls, and small drop pearls. I tend to like small, delicate necklaces...much like you. Shoes I don’t often think about. I prefer flats and definitely comfortable. Oh...and of course sneakers. I think about being presentable all the time now. I am expressing myself and trying to rock my true style more.
Just had to share that while you were mentioning going through our jewelry cabinets I remembered a necklace that I ‘save’ for special occasions but never wear. My husband bought it as a Christmas present for me...just paused your video to put it on. I feel better already.
i love, turquoise, orchid, hot pink, lavender, pale blue, aquamarine, baby pink, taupe, pale yellow, heather navy. i love earrings, i use to wear medium sized, but i prefer smaller ones now. i have arthritis, so i have to wear a basic flat navy or taupe shoes, i'm on tight budget. and i would love to wear more dresses but i am very overweight right now & and to self conscience. i have lost 35lbs so far. but i did splurge and buy one of your books to read. At Home with Madame Chic: Becoming a Connoisseur of Daily Life. :)
My favorite color is teal which can be hard to find. I like a casual but fitted style. Miss the 1940/1950's dressing gowns for wearing in the early morning and evening. I also miss fitted clothes, both casual and formal. When I was younger my clothes were all tailored to fit me. Stores offered the service. Now you have to find a seamstress and it can be expensive.
I love that you mention taking notes about style and wardrobe choices overall and seasonally. I started this practice after having kids and realizing I wanted to enjoy dressing my body as it was, and post-baby brain made it difficult to remember details. Alyssa Beltempo also encourages this habit and I have found it so helpful as I curate my closet. I also appreciate that your style advice always encourages authenticity over “like what I like” or ‘be trendy.” My style is different than yours but the take always from your advice and style curation process have helped me explore mine. Thank you as always for excellent ideas and thoughtful content!
I love these questions! They are very important. Our thoughts and worries about what others think, hold us back from the creativity and joy that adornment brings to our daily lives. I could really learn from this. Thank you for the reminder.❤️🤗
So many good points. I think I'm just now starting to wear the styles I've always admired without considering trends. I love the idea that people do sort of size up who you are by your presentation. I like to dress modest and I hope that says a little about me. I hope my "look" is approachable. And I really love the comment on "judging a book by its cover." I have actually bought books entirely by the cover. Like Ann Voskamp's book-the cover matches my sunroom and happens to be a good book as well. Thank you Jennifer.
I had my colors done years ago. I'm so glad I did because it helped to direct me to the right color choices. My season is Autumn and often times these colors are very difficult to find. Knowing my colors has helped me a lot.
I am also an Autumn and it’s very very hard to find browns, golds rusts, and olives in summer clothes. I have learned to look for “our” navy in the spring and summer. I wear a lot of navy in the summer months and wait for fall 😀
@@suedaugherty5549 Check out Target right now...their racks are BRIMMING with autumnal colors in lighter weight clothes. I (a Summer) was disappointed but you can make hay while that particular sun shines! Enjoy!
I have been searching for lounging clothes that don’t look sloppy. I like the henley and joggers, will check out that brand. For dinner tonight I made the French dip. It is so good. It is on our regular menu every 3 weeks or so.
I would always wear a slouchy suit! Thanks for the observation about high-end boutiques. I recently had to rebuild my wardrobe, and I took pains to make sure that colors and styles harmonize. It is so worth it! Now I have a wardrobe that I love AND that is functional!
I love the message .. “be intentional of what you wear”.. truly, it saves us time, money and gives us confidence. i really do admire vloggers , influencers and people around me that intentionally repeat their clothings (aka capsule wardrobe) and styled it differently than those individuals who buy plenty of clothes without intentions. TY for your message . 😍🙏
I love all the extra videos about creating and cultivating your own wardrobe and style, really appreciating them, I love how you still continue to try to motivate people to try with their wardrobes, it’s a difficult task at times, thanks Jennifer x
I like to wear colors and prints. Navy, turquoise, coral, hot pink. I gravitate toward white and not off white due to my skin tone which has alot of yellow in it. I enjoyed this checklist of things to consider and find myself being very intentional about my purchases since watching the capsule wardrobe segments. I am enjoying he purging and clearing out of items.
Hi Bev again. My favourite colour is any and every shade of blue. Most of my wardrobe is varying shades of blue. And of course some white cream kakhi black and a very small mix of pinks. I think we should all wear our jewellry every.
This was such a helpful checklist! Thank you so much for making this about more than the latest style, but about my style. :) this was encouraging and invigorating! Thanks!!
My all time favorite nail polish is Jet setter by Spa Ritual. The absolute perfect peachy pink with a bit a bit of shimmer. Matches my skin tone perfectly. I’m a cool fair person with no yellow in my skin. I love clear colors in blues, greens, and coral. Think Lilly Pulitzer. I find the key to my capsule wardrobe is choosing my dark neutral. For spring it’s navy. Maybe it’s because we spend time at our beach condo but I’m drawn to nautical looks - Breton stripe tops with white jeans and navy sandals.
I loved this video, Jennifer, as always. I believe one of the hallmarks of great style is appropriateness for occasion and event. So, while I might want to swan around the neighborhood in trailing "Game of Thrones" medieval velvets and brocades (my heart belongs to Robin Hood), if I, a 66-yr-old woman, were to wear these on a daily basis, I'd probably be institutionalized! LOL! I can express that particular fondness safely, though, through my fabric choices and in my bedtime dressing without frightening the neighbors. I have never been one who really likes dresses and have finally recognized that about myself after years of trying hard to adopt that. My best self-expression style is "elegant slouchiness" if there is such a thing. Wide-legged 1940's style trousers, fitted tops and a patterned, voluminous scarf wound a la Paris around my neck. That's become a sort of uniform for me and I only change up the fabrics to suit the season.
Ah, Jennifer, great video and great tips! It made me think of Max Mara, minimal jewelry but classy studs, colors of blush pink, light grey, and white. This is ideal me, and I see what I can strive for!
My three top colours are Black, White and grey...I mix them with beige, blue an pinks...but my básics are thw first three. For the summer however i love long flower dresses with sándals. I really loved this video Jennifer, thanks a lot for sharing. Have a nice day!
I have red hair and green eyes so autumn/fall colours suit me. I'm also in the UK 🇬🇧 where the climate is very changeable; in the last couple of weeks we've had rain, frost, snow and a heatwave🤷. Today it's sunny but cold. Therefore my wardrobe consists of lots of layers. This is a great video and I love your advice ❤. Thank you.
Thank you so much for encouraging us to be ourselfs. After one year working in home office, I dared to let the ‘cooperate uniform’ go. My husband commented this morning: ‘Wow, what happened to you?’. My answer was simple: ‘it’s just me, I am myself.’ ... and indeed, it also feels like this. you wonder what I am wearying? A simple, classic-elegant wollen dress in my favorite black with a drop of color; usually purple, light blue, or dark green. @Jennifer, I am following you since your very first book. You have been growing over the years which makes it meaningful and interesting at the same time, and indeed I like it best when you deep. So, please remain calm, classy, and deep ;-)
That causal outfit you are wearing is giving me great vibes. You wear it well Jennifer. I never understood the comment "Never judge a book by it's cover" along with "You only live once". You live everyday and die once. Thank you for sharing. I am excited about the upcoming Spring capsule wardrobe video. ☺️
I find that I pick red and black for winter and pink and white for spring /summer. I don't wear those colors only, but those are my favorites and I just gravitate to them.
I'm one of the women who would love to wear dresses more often. I grew up wearing dresses to school and church; and I think I was in 9th grade when the dress code changed and we were allowed wear pants to school. Ha ha! I'm dating myself here! Wearing dresses on a daily basis wouldn't work for my life style (I'm an oil painter and occasionally end up with it on my clothes - it would be constant except for the apron I wear) but I've been thinking lately, especially with spring here, that I really want to wear dresses to church. All that to say I liked your questions today, lots of food for thought.
I like blush, peach, light blue & light green. White & cream too. A warm red is also one of my favorite colors to wear. I used to have a lot of black & grey til I noticed it just didn’t look good on me! On my nails I usually go with mauves or reds.
My no limitations clothing: a soft, long knit dress in a breathable fabric. This is what I always wear at home, then to go out I’ll add a belt or scarf and comfy shoes.
Hi Jennifer CONNIE here I just got through watching your five things to consider when planning your spring wardrobe but I had a great idea which I would love . I would buy in a minute a daily planner if you designed one with your into logo , with the white background in those giant pink peonies and have it say the daily connoisseur on the front. It would be so fabulous because I love your TH-cam title anyway but I think a lot of ladies would enjoy having a planner like the one you were holding up with just a big gold binder rings . I love that style just a thought I’m passing it on so I will be your first customer when you make it . ❤️🙏✝️
I like this idea, too, Connie! Maybe each week could have a quote about being classy. Maybe each month spread could have a space to write down the monthly chic assignment. 😉
Last summer I embraced the dress and I LOVED it!! My question is - we are active. We love hiking. Has anyone found a great shoe that is as comfy and supportive as a tennis shoe but looks good with a dress?
I almost exclusively wear skirts and dresses, even while camping. I bought a pair of paddock boots, and I LOVE wearing them with skirts! I feel like a pioneer woman out on the trail ;)
Great video, these are are such useful questions to ask and things to consider. I have been trying to shift my wardrobe palette to lighter colors. I love wearing white and light neutrals, especially this time of year. It makes me feel brighter somehow. It’s practical, too... when you are in the sun, light colors reflect the heat and keep you cooler.
Thank you for this reminder Jennifer. I find that I’ve been stuck wearing leggings and oversized tunics for many years. When I was younger I wore more dresses and fitted styles. Perhaps it’s time to revisit the clothing that I love and not worry about if it’s appropriate for my age (and my belly) 💜
I relate to everything in your comment! Lots of dresses can be flattering for a tummy. At least they don't have a waistband that squeezes the stomach area. We have to find the shape that works for our body type.
How cute the blue loungewear! I love it! I was wondering if you could film a video in which you share your experience finding brands to work with, negotiating and managing deals. You must have learned quite a bit along the way! It would be really helpful. Thank you and greetings from The Netherlands, Lucinda
Thank you for these thought provoking questions! I wear a lot of dresses but have been resisting going "all out" in the things I'd want to wear. I love fit and flair styles and and accessories with sweet bows and lace on them - but I'm always worried I won't look sophisticated or be taken seriously. (I'm quite petite, so in those clothes I'm worried I'll look like Alice in Wonderland .) Your video definitely has inspired me to be less worried out it and "embrace the bows" - so thank you!
I honestly don't know how I would dress if there were no limitations. I do know some things I don't like...frilly, flowing and lightweight fabrics with small prints. I need to find myself, in more ways than just style!
I keep a common notebook for taking notes while watching videos, listening to podcasts, reading books. I mean why spend the time taking in the lessons if I'm not going to put them to use? But I can't put them to use if I don't remember them once the session has ended... note-taking is a lifetime skill. Plus, I'm modelling for my homeschooled daughter.
The art of the commonplace book....I'm a note taker too , always writing things down to catch them before they float off. Special things, odd things, funny things, useful things. I've written down ' your clothing is your visual calling card to the world'.
Hi Jennifer. Do you ever wear scarves, like the small ones just around the neck that gives a pop of color? I think they look so classy and want to wear them more!
Thank you for this! I was looking at my Spring wardrobe yesterday and just didn't know what to do. 😒 Now I have a plan! Also, thank you for the discount code. My husband has been want to try Tommy John and the pj's are right up my alley. 🌷
Do you recommend something like stitch fix for seasonal clothes?! I’m not a shopper. I know my style but am not really gifted in figuring out what looks well together as far as shoes and clothes. I’m not a shoe person 😂
Dear Jennifer, you are such a thorough person..if there is a word like that:) this is such a wonderful video.. Thank you.. Also, I would suggest Carol Tuttle's dyt system to all of your community. It is a very easy system and I found it so helpful. Categorising colours into Tints, Tones, Shades and Pure Hue is an absolutely amazing game changer. Some of the you tubers I vouch for when it comes to style and aesthetics are: Elyssa, Merriam, and Aly Art, and Audrey:)
It appears to me as if you are a ‘winter type’: you have high contrast in your hair and skin. This means that in your clothes you need contrast as well to shine. So you look best in bright/bold colours, like dark navy, emerald green, purple, fuchsia, red, white and black. I am a winter type too, also half latina 😉 And I get compliments any time I wear these colours. Take care!
I think Jennifer looks great in that very light blue dress she used to wear, and lately that rich green sweater. Clear colors for sure, not muddy. Yes she has very fair skin and dark hair and she looks equally good in light fresh clear pale colors as she does clear brights of light to medium saturation and pure white.
I think she might be a clear spring, otherwise known as a vibrant spring. I have dark hair and lighter skin with warm undertones and that is what I am.
I've never heard of getting your colors done?? I tend to stick to neutrals, blue, green, and pink. My problem is it's hard to find clothes that are flattering, modest, and stylish to fit my shape.
Hi Jennifer, I really respect you and enjoy your madame chic series. I'm glad u have listened to your viewers and are presenting lounge wear options. You can be pretty strict sometimes about it looking sloppy or slobby.
My clothing favorites: white, light gray, cool beige/taupe, cool pinks and greens, all blues, cooler browns and cooler reds like burgundy. My NO colors: yellows, yellow-greens, oranges, warm reds, warmer tones in general. Black looks terrible on me, but I think it’s chic, so I do have some pieces, usually worn with a white collar of scarf near my face. I also wear olive green a lot, it’s not great for my skin, but makes my eyes pop, I consider it a compromise color.
The colors I wear vary by season, haha. Navy is my base/neutral all year - in the Fall/Winter I wear warmer burgundy, green and brown. In the Spring/ Summer I wear cooler blue, purple and gray.
So many good thoughts! I love the first one especially - it really can help clarify what we truly love and what our genuine style is. Jennifer, I'm wondering if you'd ever consider doing a video on body/essence typing, not a technical one but more so to give your perspective on it. You may have seen Audrey Coyne's recent videos on the topic and I'm so curious as to what your unique take on it would be! I'm thinking about it a lot recently as I'm planning out my spring-summer wardrobe and I'm finding it very helpful to explore and hone in on my body type and essence.
I would wear the white dress Marilyn Monroe wore in the the film the Seven Year Itch - you know the one with dress is blown up by the air vent. Perhaps I need more "magic" in my wardrobe.
I am stepping into the 10 item wardrobe concept. I’ve already cleared my closet and put away my fall/winter items and selected my spring core items from my existing clothing. I have no dresses in my core items this season so I ended up with a a few additional pieces. I feel as though a weight has been lifted from my shoulders.
My entire spring and summer wardrobe this year consists of 7 dresses in colors that I love, and floral prints!☺️ My extras consist of 1940s inspired cropped sweaters to wear over them on cooler days, and one pair of white sneakers and one pair of white sandals. That’s it! I’ve never been so happy with my wardrobe choices before now!!☺️
I bet it's gorgeous!
I'd love to know where you get your cropped sweaters, I've been trying to find some.
@@deannab9511 Hi!! I bought my sweaters from Amazon. Here is the link to the ones I bought. I love them and wear one of them almost every day!☺️
www.amazon.com/Womens-Button-Cropped-Cardigan-Sweater/dp/B07DQS5TW6/ref=mp_s_a_1_23?dchild=1&keywords=cropped+vintage+sweater&qid=1618242629&sprefix=cropped+vintage+swe&sr=8-23
@@TheDailyConnoisseur Thank you Jennifer!!!☺️ I’m looking forward to seeing your SS wardrobe for this year!!
@@amandamckevitt7890 thank you so much!
Because my wardrobe is minimal, I keep the colors minimal- navy, cream, black. A friend from church gave me a bag of clothes (she’d gained weight), and when I got home....oh my goodness the beautiful colors! Those pieces brought me such joy!
Such helpful questions, thank you! I was enjoying this video when my 3-year-old came into the room. I thought, "Teachable Moment!", and asked her, "if you could wear whatever you wanted, what would it be? Her eyes lit up, and she gave me a huge smile as she said, "Nothing!" I wasn't prepared for that... 🤣
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I can relate...😉😂
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That was my sister when she was little! Keeping her dressed at home and when she was playing outside was an unexpected task 🤣
I get the majority of my clothes from Goodwill and knowing what colors I like to where has really helped me to breeze through the racks and racks of clothes there.
If I could dress any way I wanted, I'd be in late 19th century or Edwardian ensembles at all times LOL. My compromise to modernity is wearing long full skirts and somewhat frilly blouses. Looking forward to seeing your spring collection, Jennifer!
You sound marvellous!
"People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." 1 Samuel 16:7
Your video today made me think of this Bible verse! It is so true that our outward appearance is that book cover and it is wise to be intentional with it. I loved all of your tips in this video. I can't wait to see your new wardrobe!!!
What a great video, when you asked the first question all I could think was ballgowns, all day everyday I want to wear ballgowns from the 50s 😂
Ha! Go for it! :)
Yes!!!
Yes! Norman Hartnell! Love this.
I was thinking pride and prejudice dresses hehe!
Good morning, Jennifer. When first wearing skirts and dresses, try a denim skirt in any shade and wear it with any shirt you’d wear with jeans, capris or shorts. Love your lip color this morning! Have a beautiful week, Julie 🌷
This is exactly what I did! Excellent advice! Also, shift dresses with leggings can be an adorable/comfy look!
Jennifer stop teasing us and give us the goods!!! Show us your wardrobe woman!! 😂😂
Love this video was actually so helpful! 💕💕
Haha! Did you see last Friday's Vodcast? I previewed a lot of them there.
Ahhh this is so funny! I was just discussing color season analysis with my grandmother. She followed a workshop when she was younger and still had her little color passport booklets. She’s a Spring. We found out that I am a Spring too, so she gifted me her booklet with color swatches. It’s been so lovely to find this out together and to explore pretty dresses that make me feel vibrant, as you said! My favorite colors in interior are yellow and pink, and incidentally (or not!) they look good on me in terms of clothing as well. That just brings me a ton of joy. I’ve been looking into matching my makeup as well, getting more peachy tones and it just makes me look so much healthier. I feel a lot more confident. My closet is now full of yellows, bright mustards, warm pinks, peach tones, tangerine tones... a dream for me! And I’ve always known I look good in delicate, gold or rose gold jewelry, just like my nana! It’s been a wonderful journey with my grandma, and now my mother and sister are interested too! 💛💛 I’ve always felt that I didn’t LOOK as joyful as I FELT inside. I now get why. I wore dark, draining colors that didn’t suit me!
I would dress like a mermaid 🧜🏼♀️. That’s were my Happy place is. And being still in my early thirty’s let us still be young!!
I absolutely love what you’ve said here and what you’ve caused me to consider. It also brought to mind a time when I had work done on my car. I had spent several days going back and forth to the Lexus dealership. I noticed a young woman there (around 30, I would guess) that always had a pretty, feminine dress on. Not tailored or business like, but pretty. So on the 3rd day I made a comment to her about how pretty I thought her dresses were and that I was so impressed to see a young woman in this day and age (and in particular the area where I live) wear dresses. She responded “that’s all I wear”. Boom! This young lady knew her style. I really admired that.
I love what you've just said " life is to short" I love listening your video during declutter and this words just hit me. I love light colours and flattering dresses. I love summer and summer dresses.
I also love dainty necklaces. When we went to Disney World, I bought a tiny silver Cinderella's Castle on a fine silver chain. It doesn't scream SOUVENIR!!!! It reminds me of how hard we worked to save money and make a dream come true, but most people would not think Disney when they see it.
Those are my favorite kinds of souvenirs.
Love that!
Jennifer this is a Master Class on planning your wordrobe, it took me a long time to figure out I should choose colors that were flattering to my skin and eyes not all colors I liked. I absolutely love that nude dress, it's beautiful on you! I was cleaning my closet this weekend and one of my girls looked in my jewelry box and said I never seen all this, so now I'm wearing a different piece each day until I wear them all! Thanks Jennifer!
I think we should save space for mood as well. Some days a woman may feel romantic, or sensual, not sexy necessarily, another day edgy, yet another day more tailored. A woman's moods as well can be reflected through her wardrobe.
I think that's really true.
I absolutely agree with this!
Excellent point!
"It's your visual call to the world" that really stood out for me. I thought I was a black & white neutral kind of girl but in the past year I find myself wanting to wear floral & pastel colours. That mind shift in me is probably wanting to reflect that outwardly, hence the visual call to the world. Love it. xo
“Your clothing is your visual calling card to the world” - “How we present ourselves is truly important”
This has impacted me so much on my quest for personal style that reflects who I am in a modest, elegant way 💯💛
Pink, peach, coral family of colors look the very best on me. Pink has always been my favorite color back to childhood. I wear these shades in lip and nail products 💗🌷😊
I love wearing black and white with a red lip. I always feel so put together.
In my dream world, I’d be breezing about in long flowing dresses... think Titanic, Silver Screen, and Goddesses! I find I get the most compliments when I wear coral pink, but I find it harder to fit into an overall colour scheme (I’m a deep autumn).
How true it is that books and people are judged (initially) by their cover/clothing. Whenever I am browsing at my favorite bookstore, I can ALWAYS tell whether a book is interesting for me just by looking at the cover.
Never thought of it that way. Happy Monday!
Happy Monday, Nadege!
Writing things down and being able to fear back is important. That way, when I shop,I can be intentional. I typically choose colors that work well fo me...I do just know. I have on occasion purchased something that when I got it home and wore it a few times didn’t make me l my best. I think I’ll part with it this spring. My favorite colors to wear? Black, navy, red, red, more red, orange, purple, and white. Jewelry...small to medium hoops in gold, stud pearls, and small drop pearls. I tend to like small, delicate necklaces...much like you. Shoes I don’t often think about. I prefer flats and definitely comfortable. Oh...and of course sneakers. I think about being presentable all the time now. I am expressing myself and trying to rock my true style more.
You always look fabulous, Denise! ♥️
Just had to share that while you were mentioning going through our jewelry cabinets I remembered a necklace that I ‘save’ for special occasions but never wear. My husband bought it as a Christmas present for me...just paused your video to put it on. I feel better already.
i love, turquoise, orchid, hot pink, lavender, pale blue, aquamarine, baby pink, taupe, pale yellow, heather navy. i love earrings, i use to wear medium sized, but i prefer smaller ones now. i have arthritis, so i have to wear a basic flat navy or taupe shoes, i'm on tight budget. and i would love to wear more dresses but i am very overweight right now & and to self conscience. i have lost 35lbs so far. but i did splurge and buy one of your books to read. At Home with Madame Chic: Becoming a Connoisseur of Daily Life. :)
How wonderful! And thank you! I hope you enjoy Madame Chic!
My favorite color is teal which can be hard to find. I like a casual but fitted style. Miss the 1940/1950's dressing gowns for wearing in the early morning and evening. I also miss fitted clothes, both casual and formal. When I was younger my clothes were all tailored to fit me. Stores offered the service. Now you have to find a seamstress and it can be expensive.
I love that you mention taking notes about style and wardrobe choices overall and seasonally. I started this practice after having kids and realizing I wanted to enjoy dressing my body as it was, and post-baby brain made it difficult to remember details. Alyssa Beltempo also encourages this habit and I have found it so helpful as I curate my closet. I also appreciate that your style advice always encourages authenticity over “like what I like” or ‘be trendy.” My style is different than yours but the take always from your advice and style curation process have helped me explore mine. Thank you as always for excellent ideas and thoughtful content!
I can already tell I'm going to love this year's Spring capsule from you Jennifer because the sneak peeks were beautiful!
Thank you! It's coming out at the end of April...
I love these questions! They are very important. Our thoughts and worries about what others think, hold us back from the creativity and joy that adornment brings to our daily lives. I could really learn from this. Thank you for the reminder.❤️🤗
So many good points. I think I'm just now starting to wear the styles I've always admired without considering trends. I love the idea that people do sort of size up who you are by your presentation. I like to dress modest and I hope that says a little about me. I hope my "look" is approachable. And I really love the comment on "judging a book by its cover." I have actually bought books entirely by the cover. Like Ann Voskamp's book-the cover matches my sunroom and happens to be a good book as well. Thank you Jennifer.
I had my colors done years ago. I'm so glad I did because it helped to direct me to the right color choices. My season is Autumn and often times these colors are very difficult to find. Knowing my colors has helped me a lot.
I am also an Autumn and it’s very very hard to find browns, golds rusts, and olives in summer clothes. I have learned to look for “our” navy in the spring and summer. I wear a lot of navy in the summer months and wait for fall 😀
@@suedaugherty5549 It’s so true. Cool colors predominate much of the time.
Autumns, rejoice and go to Target...they've got a SLEW of autumnal summer weight clothes right now on the racks. No kidding! You'll be thrilled!
@@suedaugherty5549 Check out Target right now...their racks are BRIMMING with autumnal colors in lighter weight clothes. I (a Summer) was disappointed but you can make hay while that particular sun shines! Enjoy!
@@karennoske3008 Wow! Going there tomorrow. I’ll take a look!
I have been searching for lounging clothes that don’t look sloppy. I like the henley and joggers, will check out that brand. For dinner tonight I made the French dip. It is so good. It is on our regular menu every 3 weeks or so.
You didn’t mention red as one of your colors.... That Gorgeous Red silk dress of yours......in it you are STUNNING .
Thanks! That particular shade is hard to find. I like it too!
I was thinking of that, too! 😘
Yes!
I would always wear a slouchy suit! Thanks for the observation about high-end boutiques. I recently had to rebuild my wardrobe, and I took pains to make sure that colors and styles harmonize. It is so worth it! Now I have a wardrobe that I love AND that is functional!
I love the message .. “be intentional of what you wear”.. truly, it saves us time, money and gives us confidence. i really do admire vloggers , influencers and people around me that intentionally repeat their clothings (aka capsule wardrobe) and styled it differently than those individuals who buy plenty of clothes without intentions. TY for your message . 😍🙏
I love all the extra videos about creating and cultivating your own wardrobe and style, really appreciating them, I love how you still continue to try to motivate people to try with their wardrobes, it’s a difficult task at times, thanks Jennifer x
Thank you, Amy!
I like to wear colors and prints. Navy, turquoise, coral, hot pink. I gravitate toward white and not off white due to my skin tone which has alot of yellow in it. I enjoyed this checklist of things to consider and find myself being very intentional about my purchases since watching the capsule wardrobe segments. I am enjoying he purging and clearing out of items.
Finished polishing up my wardrobe for Spring/Summer on Sunday! 🥰 Your points in this video were perfect, Jennifer - thought-provoking and practical. 👌
Yay! Thank you!
Your makeup looks so pretty this morning and that is a perfect color on you!
Thank you!
Hi Bev again. My favourite colour is any and every shade of blue. Most of my wardrobe is varying shades of blue. And of course some white cream kakhi black and a very small mix of pinks. I think we should all wear our jewellry every.
The best spring fashion video this year! Thanks!
I lobe wearing orange, shades of yellow and blue. Glad i found your channel.
I thought your comment on your clothing being your calling card to the world was so profound! That is what I think of everyday when getting dressed!
Your concepts really helped me to start my style journey many years ago; thanks for your work!
This was such a helpful checklist! Thank you so much for making this about more than the latest style, but about my style. :) this was encouraging and invigorating! Thanks!!
My all time favorite nail polish is Jet setter by Spa Ritual. The absolute perfect peachy pink with a bit a bit of shimmer. Matches my skin tone perfectly. I’m a cool fair person with no yellow in my skin. I love clear colors in blues, greens, and coral. Think Lilly Pulitzer. I find the key to my capsule wardrobe is choosing my dark neutral. For spring it’s navy. Maybe it’s because we spend time at our beach condo but I’m drawn to nautical looks - Breton stripe tops with white jeans and navy sandals.
I loved this video, Jennifer, as always. I believe one of the hallmarks of great style is appropriateness for occasion and event. So, while I might want to swan around the neighborhood in trailing "Game of Thrones" medieval velvets and brocades (my heart belongs to Robin Hood), if I, a 66-yr-old woman, were to wear these on a daily basis, I'd probably be institutionalized! LOL! I can express that particular fondness safely, though, through my fabric choices and in my bedtime dressing without frightening the neighbors. I have never been one who really likes dresses and have finally recognized that about myself after years of trying hard to adopt that. My best self-expression style is "elegant slouchiness" if there is such a thing. Wide-legged 1940's style trousers, fitted tops and a patterned, voluminous scarf wound a la Paris around my neck. That's become a sort of uniform for me and I only change up the fabrics to suit the season.
Ah, Jennifer, great video and great tips! It made me think of Max Mara, minimal jewelry but classy studs, colors of blush pink, light grey, and white. This is ideal me, and I see what I can strive for!
You look extra gorgeous in that shade of blue (the one you're wearing throughout the video)!!
Thank you!
I’m so excited to see your spring wardrobe video! Stepping into your true style makes all the difference, regardless of what others have to say🌹
Thank you, Nikki!
💜 I’m loving the “science” of this. If you’re going to pare down, then you need to (1) have quality and (2) be mindful when curating! 💜
My three top colours are Black, White and grey...I mix them with beige, blue an pinks...but my básics are thw first three. For the summer however i love long flower dresses with sándals. I really loved this video Jennifer, thanks a lot for sharing. Have a nice day!
I have red hair and green eyes so autumn/fall colours suit me. I'm also in the UK 🇬🇧 where the climate is very changeable; in the last couple of weeks we've had rain, frost, snow and a heatwave🤷. Today it's sunny but cold. Therefore my wardrobe consists of lots of layers.
This is a great video and I love your advice ❤. Thank you.
Thank you so much for encouraging us to be ourselfs. After one year working in home office, I dared to let the ‘cooperate uniform’ go. My husband commented this morning: ‘Wow, what happened to you?’. My answer was simple: ‘it’s just me, I am myself.’ ... and indeed, it also feels like this. you wonder what I am wearying? A simple, classic-elegant wollen dress in my favorite black with a drop of color; usually purple, light blue, or dark green. @Jennifer, I am following you since your very first book. You have been growing over the years which makes it meaningful and interesting at the same time, and indeed I like it best when you deep. So, please remain calm, classy, and deep ;-)
Thank you, Katrin!
Yes you do choose a book by its cover ! That is how I ended up buying your books in the book store = Pretty cover !
I would dress like a Parisian woman, retro style dresses with hats and sun glasses. Red lips and shoes.
That causal outfit you are wearing is giving me great vibes. You wear it well Jennifer. I never understood the comment "Never judge a book by it's cover" along with "You only live once". You live everyday and die once. Thank you for sharing. I am excited about the upcoming Spring capsule wardrobe video. ☺️
So true!
I find that I pick red and black for winter and pink and white for spring /summer. I don't wear those colors only, but those are my favorites and I just gravitate to them.
Jennifer, do you apply any aspects of the ten item wardrobe with your children?
I'm one of the women who would love to wear dresses more often. I grew up wearing dresses to school and church; and I think I was in 9th grade when the dress code changed and we were allowed wear pants to school. Ha ha! I'm dating myself here! Wearing dresses on a daily basis wouldn't work for my life style (I'm an oil painter and occasionally end up with it on my clothes - it would be constant except for the apron I wear) but I've been thinking lately, especially with spring here, that I really want to wear dresses to church. All that to say I liked your questions today, lots of food for thought.
I like blush, peach, light blue & light green. White & cream too. A warm red is also one of my favorite colors to wear. I used to have a lot of black & grey til I noticed it just didn’t look good on me! On my nails I usually go with mauves or reds.
You’re always so inspiring Jennifer ! Xx
The styles of the 40’s and 50’s were beautiful ❤️
I’m a Spring, so I love to wear vibrant corals and teals/turquoise.
My no limitations clothing: a soft, long knit dress in a breathable fabric. This is what I always wear at home, then to go out I’ll add a belt or scarf and comfy shoes.
Hi Jennifer CONNIE here I just got through watching your five things to consider when planning your spring wardrobe but I had a great idea which I would love . I would buy in a minute a daily planner if you designed one with your into logo , with the white background in those giant pink peonies and have it say the daily connoisseur on the front. It would be so fabulous because I love your TH-cam title anyway but I think a lot of ladies would enjoy having a planner like the one you were holding up with just a big gold binder rings . I love that style just a thought I’m passing it on so I will be your first customer when you make it . ❤️🙏✝️
Thank you, Connie!
I like this idea, too, Connie! Maybe each week could have a quote about being classy. Maybe each month spread could have a space to write down the monthly chic assignment. 😉
Last summer I embraced the dress and I LOVED it!! My question is - we are active. We love hiking. Has anyone found a great shoe that is as comfy and supportive as a tennis shoe but looks good with a dress?
I almost exclusively wear skirts and dresses, even while camping. I bought a pair of paddock boots, and I LOVE wearing them with skirts! I feel like a pioneer woman out on the trail ;)
@@sarahburke8955 That's a good look, very English 'county' - and I mean county not country.
Earth runners look good with dresses.
Brown combat or heritage lace-up boots
Favorite color - Aqua and it matches my eyes. I never realized that until a photographer pointed it out. I love wearing dresses!
Great video, these are are such useful questions to ask and things to consider. I have been trying to shift my wardrobe palette to lighter colors. I love wearing white and light neutrals, especially this time of year. It makes me feel brighter somehow. It’s practical, too... when you are in the sun, light colors reflect the heat and keep you cooler.
I love your insights on wardrobe. I’m curious, do you use a capsule wardrobe with your children too?
How have you been liking that planner? I watched your planner video and I am considering getting that one. 🙂
Thank you for this reminder Jennifer. I find that I’ve been stuck wearing leggings and oversized tunics for many years. When I was younger I wore more dresses and fitted styles. Perhaps it’s time to revisit the clothing that I love and not worry about if it’s appropriate for my age (and my belly) 💜
Yes, Joanna! This is your year. I'm excited for you.
I relate to everything in your comment! Lots of dresses can be flattering for a tummy. At least they don't have a waistband that squeezes the stomach area. We have to find the shape that works for our body type.
@@Discordia5 right! I need to find a dress fit that flatters, because truthfully the tunic over leggings isn’t flattering, just comforting
How cute the blue loungewear! I love it! I was wondering if you could film a video in which you share your experience finding brands to work with, negotiating and managing deals. You must have learned quite a bit along the way! It would be really helpful. Thank you and greetings from The Netherlands, Lucinda
Thank you for these thought provoking questions! I wear a lot of dresses but have been resisting going "all out" in the things I'd want to wear. I love fit and flair styles and and accessories with sweet bows and lace on them - but I'm always worried I won't look sophisticated or be taken seriously. (I'm quite petite, so in those clothes I'm worried I'll look like Alice in Wonderland .) Your video definitely has inspired me to be less worried out it and "embrace the bows" - so thank you!
I love a good bow!
Buying “petite” sized clothing really helped me! Otherwise I look like a little girl trying to wear grow up clothes 😅🤣
11:00 💙 changing up ✓ moving towards a more REFINED STYLE
LUV THAT Lady' Scott
Would love to see another Autumn accessories capsule episode 🍁🍃🍂
Your eyebrows and make up look so fresh! Adorable cozy outfit!
Thank you, Rachel! I went with a bold brow today, haha
How’s the eyebrow stuff working?
You really would look good in a deep purple-jewel tones are perfect for you.
I love wearing warm brown tones
This is very enlightening. Thank you!
I honestly don't know how I would dress if there were no limitations. I do know some things I don't like...frilly, flowing and lightweight fabrics with small prints. I need to find myself, in more ways than just style!
Lovely video Jennifer! Thank you. Cindy 🌻💗
I keep a common notebook for taking notes while watching videos, listening to podcasts, reading books. I mean why spend the time taking in the lessons if I'm not going to put them to use? But I can't put them to use if I don't remember them once the session has ended... note-taking is a lifetime skill. Plus, I'm modelling for my homeschooled daughter.
The art of the commonplace book....I'm a note taker too , always writing things down to catch them before they float off. Special things, odd things, funny things, useful things. I've written down ' your clothing is your visual calling card to the world'.
Can I ask for the link for the green dress? I just love it!
Hi Jennifer. Do you ever wear scarves, like the small ones just around the neck that gives a pop of color? I think they look so classy and want to wear them more!
Bessie, have a look at 'Diane in Denmark', she wears scarves like that beautifully and has a video just about wearing scarves.
Thank you for this! I was looking at my Spring wardrobe yesterday and just didn't know what to do. 😒 Now I have a plan! Also, thank you for the discount code. My husband has been want to try Tommy John and the pj's are right up my alley. 🌷
Tommy John has great men's clothes too. It's hard to find good undergarments for men.
Do you recommend something like stitch fix for seasonal clothes?! I’m not a shopper. I know my style but am not really gifted in figuring out what looks well together as far as shoes and clothes. I’m not a shoe person 😂
Dear Jennifer, you are such a thorough person..if there is a word like that:) this is such a wonderful video.. Thank you.. Also, I would suggest Carol Tuttle's dyt system to all of your community. It is a very easy system and I found it so helpful. Categorising colours into Tints, Tones, Shades and Pure Hue is an absolutely amazing game changer. Some of the you tubers I vouch
for when it comes to style and aesthetics are:
Elyssa, Merriam, and Aly Art, and Audrey:)
It appears to me as if you are a ‘winter type’: you have high contrast in your hair and skin. This means that in your clothes you need contrast as well to shine. So you look best in bright/bold colours, like dark navy, emerald green, purple, fuchsia, red, white and black. I am a winter type too, also half latina 😉 And I get compliments any time I wear these colours. Take care!
I do want to get my colors done! Thank you
I actually think she’s a fall! I think winter colors would be too intense on her skin! If love to see her get her colors done and find out!!
I agree 100%, Jennifer you are a "winter"!
I think Jennifer looks great in that very light blue dress she used to wear, and lately that rich green sweater. Clear colors for sure, not muddy. Yes she has very fair skin and dark hair and she looks equally good in light fresh clear pale colors as she does clear brights of light to medium saturation and pure white.
I think she might be a clear spring, otherwise known as a vibrant spring. I have dark hair and lighter skin with warm undertones and that is what I am.
I've never heard of getting your colors done?? I tend to stick to neutrals, blue, green, and pink. My problem is it's hard to find clothes that are flattering, modest, and stylish to fit my shape.
You’re definitely a delicate necklace person. It’s perfect with your hair.
I love a vibrant mid blue (Parisian blue) and raspberry red. Not worn together but combind with my neutral colors...
Hi Jennifer, I really respect you and enjoy your madame chic series. I'm glad u have listened to your viewers and are presenting lounge wear options. You can be pretty strict sometimes about it looking sloppy or slobby.
My clothing favorites: white, light gray, cool beige/taupe, cool pinks and greens, all blues, cooler browns and cooler reds like burgundy. My NO colors: yellows, yellow-greens, oranges, warm reds, warmer tones in general. Black looks terrible on me, but I think it’s chic, so I do have some pieces, usually worn with a white collar of scarf near my face. I also wear olive green a lot, it’s not great for my skin, but makes my eyes pop, I consider it a compromise color.
You will be proud of me, Jennifer. I grabbed by pen and notebook before hitting Play :)
The colors I wear vary by season, haha. Navy is my base/neutral all year - in the Fall/Winter I wear warmer burgundy, green and brown. In the Spring/ Summer I wear cooler blue, purple and gray.
That blue is perfect for you - you're a winter. The lipstick color is good too. What is it, if you don't mind telling us?
So many good thoughts! I love the first one especially - it really can help clarify what we truly love and what our genuine style is. Jennifer, I'm wondering if you'd ever consider doing a video on body/essence typing, not a technical one but more so to give your perspective on it. You may have seen Audrey Coyne's recent videos on the topic and I'm so curious as to what your unique take on it would be! I'm thinking about it a lot recently as I'm planning out my spring-summer wardrobe and I'm finding it very helpful to explore and hone in on my body type and essence.
I would wear the white dress Marilyn Monroe wore in the the film the Seven Year Itch - you know the one with dress is blown up by the air vent. Perhaps I need more "magic" in my wardrobe.
Maybe take inspiration from that and get a beautiful flowy white summer dress!
@@LesleyLizbeth I think I will
I am stepping into the 10 item wardrobe concept. I’ve already cleared my closet and put away my fall/winter items and selected my spring core items from my existing clothing. I have no dresses in my core items this season so I ended up with a a few additional pieces. I feel as though a weight has been lifted from my shoulders.
Great video! I love the same colors you mentioned and add red to that! Why is purple so hard to find??! I will work on this! Thanks Jennifer!