tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post2007997998558332227..comments2024-03-28T04:17:20.834-07:00Comments on The Daily Connoisseur: Ten-Item Wardrobe ChatThe Daily Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13843902889491327636noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-59786698935444500152014-03-04T09:29:26.035-08:002014-03-04T09:29:26.035-08:00I'm really looking forward to reading your nex...I'm really looking forward to reading your next book, Jennifer. In polish, in english... whichever comes out first.And I love the colour of dress you're wearing in the photo above. Beautiful.~ Magda Projekt Wymarzone Życiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03484731696115721821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-72983939368928121312014-03-02T16:21:13.909-08:002014-03-02T16:21:13.909-08:00Very nice video. I'm amazed you had the energ...Very nice video. I'm amazed you had the energy to do a video shoot while recovering. I have two kiddos too and when I'm sick, it's like our house is on life support!<br />I wanted to write about my progress. You kindly answered one of my questions on a video. I have put together a work and mom 10 item wardrobe and it's been fabulous!<br />For work, I really just picked the best pieces of my wardrobe. I took all the other items and dropped them in a bag to be donated. After 2 months, when I never went back for them, I knew it was safe to send them off to bless someone else.<br />For mom life, this was harder. I mentioned that so many moms are really frumpy and I was feeling "overdone" by dressing well. I finally got over that. I realized no one is really paying THAT much attention to me. <br /><br />The biggest changes are 1. everything fits! And I've altered them to fit if needed. 2. No stains. If it's even mildly stained (that can't be removed), it's gone. 3. I leave the house looking presentable. <br /><br />I was never a clothes horse, but now I just buy key pieces. Life seems a lot simpler when I just have solid pieces that all "go". It's like garanimals for grown ups!<br />Gabrielhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17176489582475277751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-73679096073474547832014-02-24T11:02:39.873-08:002014-02-24T11:02:39.873-08:00Hi Jennifer:
Thanks for mentioning cold climates....Hi Jennifer:<br /><br />Thanks for mentioning cold climates. As a working mom of a 6-year old and 4-year old, living in a cold snowy climate, I find 10-items a bit too limiting, so mine is more like a 15-18-capsule.<br /><br />V-neck Sweaters: black, gray<br /><br />Cardigans: black, plum, emerald green <br /><br />Pants: black<br /><br />Skirts: Gray tweed, denim pencil, black pencil<br /><br />Dress: Black<br /><br />Blazers: Black, denim<br /><br />Tops: black/white graphic, white collared, layering t-shirts in varying colors<br /><br />Transition to weekend:<br />Skinny jeans, black leggings (don't worry, they're very thick, pant-like), black drape sweater<br /><br />The black pencil skirt and blazer is technically a suit...but I rarely wear them together.<br /><br />I work in academia so most of the items are interchangeable. In fact, I've really been enjoying wearing skirts on the weekends lately. <br /><br />Oh, speaking of skirts, thick tights are absolutely essential in this climate. <br /><br />I love this pared down approach, it really makes the mornings much easier to handle. Who has time for the what-to-wear hassle in the morning with 2-kids to get out the door and a bus to catch!Linda Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08492312089174212310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-629641711585621982014-02-18T12:02:25.961-08:002014-02-18T12:02:25.961-08:00I watched the French film, Shall We Kiss, last wee...I watched the French film, Shall We Kiss, last weekend, and I enjoyed noticing a lot of things that Lessons From Madame Chic talks about...like the lead female wearing the same few clothes, mixing sweaters and blouses to freshen up the same pieces with a new combination, a simple, elegant, beautiful barrette that she wore several ways, le no makeup look (simply beautiful), classical music playing in the very organized, pretty apartment, no television in sight... I love noticing these things in French films. Every time I watch one, I long to go back to Paris. Emma Knight Peelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14139320098521755779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-32355656357393788032014-02-17T06:12:14.427-08:002014-02-17T06:12:14.427-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.Susannah7https://www.blogger.com/profile/16883056014497693450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-54497295504403531922014-02-17T06:08:36.602-08:002014-02-17T06:08:36.602-08:00Hi Jennifer,
As someone who DOES live in an area t...Hi Jennifer,<br />As someone who DOES live in an area that has very cold winters and snow, I would like to say I have been successful using the 10 item wardrobe lifestyle (with maybe a few more things thrown in). First, for everyday wear, (shopping, lunches, errands, volunteer work at my daughters' schools & organizations, working from home, meetings, etc..) my wardrobe has been sooo easy and comfortable. I have been wearing black tights and tall black "riding" boots with about 4 skirts I rotate, 2 black cardigans from Loft, a grey cardigan from Loft, and tanks underneath. I just love the ease and fashion of this look. It also worked perfectly in October when my daughter and I went for a 3 day trip to NYC. I had to pack so little but was ready for anything all day and night. The other items I wear a lot in the winter are: dark skinny jeans paired with those same sweaters or a loooong almost sweater coat that is very cozy and same black leather tall boots. I also have 1 or 2 more skirts with 2 sweaters that I can throw in there if I've worn my favorite skirts/cardigans too much to same events. On days that we don't have snow or mush on the ground, I also rotate in some jeans with flats and a couple cardigans with maybe a cute scarf. I feel so good in the mornings or before a meeting or lunch knowing I can always go to one of my cute skirts/sweater/boots combo and look and feel so pulled together. Thank you so much for the 10-item wardrobe concept. I think I always kind of went that way anyway-always pulling out my favorites but feeling guilty I wasn't wearing ALL those other clothes in my closet and then feeling stressed. Now, it's easy.Susannah7https://www.blogger.com/profile/16883056014497693450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-52091387091197320322014-02-12T20:24:27.177-08:002014-02-12T20:24:27.177-08:00I enjoyed this update as I was giddy with anticipa...I enjoyed this update as I was giddy with anticipation about winter updates. I live in northern california so it's been chilly and while I am DYING to break out a spring wardrobe, our weather is too darned unpredictable for such a move.<br /><br />My own progress has been monumental! I did it! After months of paring things down and taking my little-worn items to consignment shops (for nice proceeds!) I have succeeded in my version of the capsule wardrobe which consists of 30 items including outerwear. Wow. What a shift in lifestyle!<br /><br />I feel so much BETTER each and every morning when I walk into my closet and can with little struggle pull together my favorite items in minutes and be done (and look pretty nice too!)<br /><br />Thank you mille fois for the blog and the inspiration. I am enjoying the fruits of my weeks of paring down labor! <br />Merci!mpenhoethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08330907620910821206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-32335190019450782472014-02-08T20:30:51.440-08:002014-02-08T20:30:51.440-08:00I have absolutely loved reading all of your commen...I have absolutely loved reading all of your comments and hearing about your ten-item wardrobe journey! Thank you for all of your tips, updates, questions and requests! <br /><br />Keep on going! The ten-item wardrobe will always be a topic of discussion on this blog. I will be filming my spring ten-item wardrobe for you in the coming months. Lots of love xx JenniferThe Daily Connoisseurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13843902889491327636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-85818651202616845432014-02-08T08:40:32.832-08:002014-02-08T08:40:32.832-08:00This video is very good.
I read in your book that...This video is very good.<br /><br />I read in your book that Madame Chic is a great chef in her home. Did you happen to see how much food she kept in the kitchen? I wish I could have a peek! <br /><br />I imagine it is much like her wardrobe. <br /><br />Shereehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06924683160315795339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-71171651604466615422014-02-06T05:16:03.989-08:002014-02-06T05:16:03.989-08:00Hi Jennifer! I recently found your blog and love t...Hi Jennifer! I recently found your blog and love the idea of having fewer things in life but things that you really love and appreciate. Especially the wardrobe has a tendency to grow if I don't weed it out regularly. But I have a question. With so few pieces in your wardrobe how do you care for them? How often to you do laundry? Do you hand wash often? And do you have a daily routine for caring for your clothes? With so few items I guess you need to have a regular routine in order to have the items you love ready to wear. Also, do you occasionally mend your clothes in order to make the items you love so much last longer? I would love to see a video on the topic of wardrobe maintenance. /AnnikaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-60482848877970392602014-02-06T03:42:44.098-08:002014-02-06T03:42:44.098-08:00Jennifer, your parents' home looks so elegant....Jennifer, your parents' home looks so elegant. I've been wondering for a long time: did you grow up with elegance? Was your mother a role model in that department? And how does a 21st century mom impart these types of lessons to her daughter without sliding into vanity and superficiality? Perhaps it's not something we teach but something we model?<br /><br />I love your videos and am so happy for your continued success!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-3478616142045136142014-02-04T18:12:04.086-08:002014-02-04T18:12:04.086-08:00I have been loving a 10 item wardrobe for two year...I have been loving a 10 item wardrobe for two years now. Thank you for bringing the concept into my world, Jennifer. It's really opened my eyes and enabled me to invest in high quality pieces. Since I shop so seldom now, it allows me to only buy items that I truly love and WANT to wear all the time. :)<br /><br />I also would like to comment on the topic of teaching our children how to enjoy what they have. Growing up, my aunt and uncle made it a rule for my cousins that whenever they got something new, they had to pick something to give away to charity. I have always loved this concept! It helps kids to evaluate what they enjoy the most and least of their things and pick something they no longer like as much as they used to and give it away so that another kid can give it a new life. It applies to toys, clothing, etc. Brilliant!Maureenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06332498327460781946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-88013237455414884812014-02-04T07:36:57.940-08:002014-02-04T07:36:57.940-08:00Thank you for sharing more thoughts on the 10 item...Thank you for sharing more thoughts on the 10 item wardrobe concept! I agree that it's possible to live in a cold climate and pare down your closet. I live in the upper Midwest and find that having a warm, chic winter coat with carefully chosen accessories helps me feel put together even when weather is at its worst. Thick legging to wear under skirts/dresses, 1-2 versatile cardigans, and a few fun scarves help, too. Fashion can be functional :)Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04928090091660138314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-24732706213488077802014-02-04T04:39:41.924-08:002014-02-04T04:39:41.924-08:00Hi Jennifer...just found your blog and ordered you...Hi Jennifer...just found your blog and ordered your book and looking forward to reading it. I am a 59 year old school librarian trying not to look like a 59 year old school librarian. My closet is stuffed as I am a sale shopper and think things are too good to pass up - Love the idea of paring down and enjoying quality and the wonderful things I already own.<br />Hoping to travel to Paris this summer...might you do a post on what to wear in France in summer ?<br />Thanks - can't wait to read your book !Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00829071005574984785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-52829613994396178342014-02-04T04:32:58.967-08:002014-02-04T04:32:58.967-08:00Hi Jennifer...just found your blog and have ordere...Hi Jennifer...just found your blog and have ordered your book. I am a 59 year old school librarian that tries NOT to look like a 59 year old school librarian. I love your idea of a 10 item wardrobe and hope to go through my closets and attempt to simplify. I am a "sale shopper" and hope to get out of that mindset of it is on sale so I need to buy it. Did not have much growing up and now feel because I can buy - I deserve it. Your blog - and hopefully when I get your book - will help me to realize I deserve to enjoy the beautiful things I already have !<br />Will you do a post on what to take on a trip...hopefully for the summer months. Might be going to Paris in July !Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00829071005574984785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-83355701312568190292014-02-03T15:32:42.296-08:002014-02-03T15:32:42.296-08:00I have never been a clothes - horse, so what I hav...I have never been a clothes - horse, so what I have taken from your capsule wardrobe concept is making sure that every top, sweater, blouse, tee, etc. can be paired with any skirt, trouser or dress. This winter I have used only black or brown as neutrals as the basis for my wardrobe. (My ultimate goal is to banish as much black as possible from my closet. I'm ready to lighten up but am waiting for my budget to catch up with this plan, :-) This careful selection of colors has made life so much easier! An added bonus is a newly discovered interest in statement necklaces and scarves. Thank you so much for the inspiration.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16258921396860603679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-62389526514686611102014-02-03T13:17:17.401-08:002014-02-03T13:17:17.401-08:00Hello Jennifer,
The 10 item wardrobe has been in ...Hello Jennifer,<br /><br />The 10 item wardrobe has been in my head for a few years. I just discovered your book last month and devoured it. My initial interest was your Paris experience. Imagine my surprise when I came upon the wardrobe chapter. It brought me to my tipping point, in a good way. <br /><br />I am thoroughly enjoying cleaning my closet and being thoughtful about what items to keep. <br /><br />The rest of your book is a daily inspiration as well. I look forward to the release of your new book. I have also wanted to read The Untethered Soul, so your book club is another timely coincidence. <br /><br />Many thanks and so glad I found you!<br /><br />Best,<br />DebbieDebbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12759861870418556567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-42192740468522560842014-02-03T11:43:54.557-08:002014-02-03T11:43:54.557-08:00oops, meant to say "tsk-ing" them*oops, meant to say "tsk-ing" them*Daniellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01478445646501561827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-85477178937587525392014-02-03T11:43:02.674-08:002014-02-03T11:43:02.674-08:00I find it so interesting that people can take the ...I find it so interesting that people can take the 10 Item Wardrobe, SO literally. As if you're "tasking" tham as you said, lol. I see as just a guideline and a great one at that! People get so serious, when really curating this kind of wardrobe should be fun! I'm actually due for a small clear out and looking into a few new capsule pieces. Thanks for the inspiration Jennifer! Glad you're feeling better.Daniellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01478445646501561827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-24694994538076285332014-02-03T11:27:01.087-08:002014-02-03T11:27:01.087-08:00Hi Jennifer,
I am loving my ten item wardrobe--cl...Hi Jennifer,<br /><br />I am loving my ten item wardrobe--clearing out my closet was so liberating, especially saying goodbye to all the ill-fitting and unflattering pieces that I had accumulated over the years. I have culled my wardrobe down to a handful of teeshirts, 1 nice sweatshirt, 5 blouses, 3 sweaters, 2 cardigans, 2 pair of jeans, and a pair of corduroy trousers--no skirts/dresses for the winters here as tights just don't keep me warm enough. The ease of getting dressed as really overflowed into other areas of my life, allowing me the time to put on a bit of make-up in the morning which I have really struggled with since the onset of wee ones in my life. I just feel more put together and presentable now.<br /><br />I also must brag a little too: because of the 10 item wardrobe, when my family and I packed to travel abroad this year--I was able to pack my entire wardrobe into a single piece of carry-on luggage! I love that I didn't feel like I was missing any key articles, because it was all there.<br /><br />Thanks for talking about children--I've been wondering about how to incorporate this with my own little munchkins.virtuesandfollieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09084320734587847605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-25229343866839472482014-02-03T11:24:24.568-08:002014-02-03T11:24:24.568-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.virtuesandfollieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09084320734587847605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-8606116942484542602014-02-03T10:25:05.864-08:002014-02-03T10:25:05.864-08:00Hi Jennifer,
Thanks for posting another great vid...Hi Jennifer, <br />Thanks for posting another great video!! Your tips have been so helpful and I have been making a lot of progress in my own home. <br /><br />I live in a cold climate and my work wear is very different from my Mommy wardrobe at home, so I do have two capsules. I started doing this and then saw your video and it made me smile. <br /><br />The space in my closet and the simplicity is AWESOME!! I am working on trying to change the way I think, because I still find myself thinking about shopping a lot. I found that planning and writing down my wardrobe has helped me stay focused and less distracted from sales. <br /><br />I am in the midst of planning my capsule wardrobe for Spring 2014 and am having so much fun!!! <br /><br />Here is my Spring 2014 capsule for work.<br /><br />Colours: navy, cream, gray, coral and olive green. <br /><br />Pants: light grey, and olive green<br /><br />Blazers: coral and navy<br /><br />Dresses: coral jacqured sheath, navy sheath, navy floral print aline, black and white floral print with pops of coral and olive green sheath.<br /><br />Skirts: navy pencil<br /><br />Capris: coral, beige<br /><br />Blouses: white short sleeve, black and white stripe, peach lace. (Looking to get 1-2 work appropriate t-shirts)<br /><br />Extras:<br />Cardigans: white, pink, navy, gray, purple<br /><br />Scarves: lavender with dots, navy floral<br /><br />Jeans: dark denim, blue, and gray<br /><br />Jacket: beige trench, jean jacket<br /><br />I am thinking of getting a soft structured white/cream blouse, couple of t shirts, a cream blazer and some nude pumps. <br /><br />Now I have a list of things I'm looking for! If I see something that is not on my list I'm doing my best not to get distracted. I have been doing this for years at the grocery store and now the same principle is being applied to my wardrobe. <br /><br />Thank you so much for your tips. If I ever get the time, I would love to shoot a short video or take some pics for you to see. <br /><br />Do you think it would be fun to post others capsule wardrobes to see a variety of styles, shapes, sizes and lifestyles?LadyFinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07730845261130895255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-63140723525901261292014-02-03T10:06:29.031-08:002014-02-03T10:06:29.031-08:00I love living the ten (well, probably more like 20...I love living the ten (well, probably more like 20)-item wardrobe in my cold climate! 17 degrees today and still fashionable. ;)Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16493178332639843719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-5507550207758276252014-02-03T09:50:24.327-08:002014-02-03T09:50:24.327-08:00Dear Jennifer,
Please, make a video about your ha...Dear Jennifer,<br /><br />Please, make a video about your hair care routine. Your hair is the most gorgeous one I've ever seen!<br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07871287962008040266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-67146589118395625542014-02-03T09:41:49.913-08:002014-02-03T09:41:49.913-08:00Thank you for your videos! I have not whittled my...Thank you for your videos! I have not whittled my wardrobe to 10 pieces yet, but I have cleaned out at least 1/3 (I was never a clotheshorse to begin with) and you are correct...getting dressed in the morning is easy, and I truly appreciate every piece of clothing I own. Plus, I have become much more discerning with the few items I have purchased.<br />Most importantly, I am transmitting the concept of a capsule wardrobe to my 14 year old daughter who has recently discovered fashion. She wants to be like the girls in her school and have tons of brand name, new clothes. She has several good quality items, and I have refused to buy her more this season, forcing her to come up with new outfits using her current clothes. She balks every time I tell her to be creative, but she is so pleased with herself when she discovers a new way to wear her "boring" clothes. She hasn't got it yet, but I am hoping that in a few years when she is on her own, these values stick with her (of course this applies to more than clothes!)<br />Please keep up your very good work. You are in the position to influence a whole new generation regarding thoughtless consumption. Thank you!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00488217050895317599noreply@blogger.com