Welcome to the Ten-Item Wardrobe talk-through for spring 2021.  In today's video I'm sharing my thoughts on the core items and extras that comprise my ten-item wardrobe for spring.

I am so pleased to announce that the Ten-Item Wardrobe eCourse is back online with all new content: new videos, updated text, and new topics are discussed. If you have previously purchased the course, you can access all of the new content for free. If you are interested in curating your own ten-item wardrobe, this course will be invaluable to you as a comprehensive resource on how to do it successfully. 

SKYE Charlotte belted shirt dress  Jennifer20 for 20% off

Karina Dresses Abigail dress in Botanical

The Spanish Sandal Co. black slide JEN10 for 10% off 

Rachel Pally "Marion" dress

Lulu's tan sandals

SKYE Risette dress Jennifer20 for 20% off 

Lilysilk blouse Daily15 for 15% off 

Mott & Bow "Henry" jean JLS10 for 10% off 

The Spanish Sandal Co. tan nubuck sandals JEN10 for 10% off 

Rungolee Louise blouse DailyC for free silk face mask w/ purchase

Lulu's Sebastian pant

The Spanish Sandal Co. black slide JEN10 for 10% off 

Paige denim jumpsuit

The Spanish Sandal Co. black slides JEN10 for 10% off 

Outerknown S.E.A. suit

EXTRAS

Let's look at the extras. The extras are composed of special occasion-wear, tee shirts, and accessories, etc.

SKYE Isabella dress  Jennifer20 for 20% off 

Mer-Sea & Co. Catalina slub tee

SKYE Ismay earring Jennifer20 for 20% off 

                                              Jackie Mack Designs "key to my heart" necklace 

SKYE Laure pearl bracelet Jennifer20 for 20% off 

SKYE Cosette pearl earrings Jennifer20 for 20% off 

                                       The Spanish Sandal Co. tan nubuck sandals JEN10 for 10% off 

Oliver Cabell white leather sneaker JSCOTT10 for $10 off 

Nothing New tan high-top sneakers

                                                                   Lulu's tan sandals

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📍*NEW* The Ten-Item Wardrobe eCourse is newly updated and back online with all new video, text, and new lessons. If you have previously purchased the ten-item wardrobe eCourse, you can access all of the new changes for free.

📍Join us for The Chic Assignment for May

📍Check out my Mother's Day gift guide on the blog. 

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Emma writes, "Do you ever grow weary of your morning routine and change things up? I am struggling right now between learning to be content with my lifestyle and yet responding to a need for new routine."

Hi Emma, I do change my routine up, depending on the situation. When my youngest son is older, I won't be so concerned with not making noise in the morning so I might empty the dishwasher before they get up, for example. Also, one day if I'm able to work more in the afternoon, I might add exercise into my morning. I say switch it up if you're in a rut with it. Thanks for commenting!

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Mega Motivation continues this month as I share my morning routine with you. This is an on-going collaboration with the lovely Dawn from The Minimal Mom and many other talented YouTubers. We are all sharing our morning routines so click on this playlist link to see all of the other videos. I hope they leave you inspired to fine-tune your own morning routine.

As a work-at-home mother of small children, I find that I have to fit my work in the early morning hours. It would be nice to do an exercise routine, get some cleaning, and leisure time in, but I take each opportunity to work, which is what you will see in today's video. 

I would love to know what your morning routine consists of. Do you have a leisurely and restorative morning? Or do you need to fit work into the early morning hours? How do you need to alter your routine to better fit your life? Let us know.

News

📍*NEW* The Ten-Item Wardrobe eCourse is newly updated and back online with all new video, text, and new lessons. If you have previously purchased the ten-item wardrobe eCourse, you can access all of the new changes for free.

📍Join us for The Chic Assignment for May

📍Check out my Mother's Day gift guide on the blog. 

📍If you are looking for more content, consider becoming a member of The Daily Connoisseur through the MEMBERSHIPS feature. I publish one vodcast every Friday and do one livestream or zoom call once a month. It only costs $1.99 a month. There are also upper tiers available for people who are interested in supporting the channel on a higher level and receiving monthly mentions in the videos. 

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Olivia B. writes, "I'm so ready to follow this month assignment ❤️ now that I'm more happy because I'm reading poetry, writing, drawing and painting again... Feeling alive for the first time in a long time! Hope to be a better mother and wife by enjoying my free time!"

Hi Olivia, I'm so happy you are going to follow along with the May Chic Assignment. It's simply wonderful that you are enjoying the arts again too.

Thank you for joining me for today's video. I would love to know how you fine-tune your morning routine. See you on Thursday for the ten-item capsule wardrobe talk-through.

Love,

Jennifer 

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Welcome to The Chic Assignment for May, 2021. 

⚜️Chic Assignment no. 1 Dvořák's Humoresque No. 7 in G-flat Major, Op. 101

We will be enjoying this vibrant performance by Yo Yo Ma and Itzhak Perlman

William Wordsworth, attribution Jan Arkesteijn, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Welcome to The Ten-Item Capsule Wardrobe for Spring. 

This year's video was filmed in my sister's beautiful garden. Let's have a look at the core items. This year I have 11 core items. If you are new to the ten-item wardrobe, I recommend you read my book, Lessons from Madame Chic. The aim is to have ten core items, but the "ten" can be held loosely. Some years you might have eleven... some years you might have nine. 

I will discuss each of the items in detail in the upcoming ten-item wardrobe talk-through, but for now, let's look at the core items and new extras. 

SKYE Charlotte belted shirt dress  Jennifer20 for 20% off

Karina Dresses Abigail dress in Botanical

The Spanish Sandal Co. black slide JEN10 for 10% off 

Rachel Pally "Marion" dress

Lulu's tan sandals

SKYE Risette dress Jennifer20 for 20% off 

Lilysilk blouse Daily15 for 15% off 

Mott & Bow "Henry" jean JLS10 for 10% off 

The Spanish Sandal Co. tan nubuck sandals JEN10 for 10% off 

Rungolee Louise blouse DailyC for free silk face mask w/ purchase

Lulu's Sebastian pant

The Spanish Sandal Co. black slide JEN10 for 10% off 

Paige denim jumpsuit

The Spanish Sandal Co. black slides JEN10 for 10% off 

Outerknown S.E.A. suit

EXTRAS

Let's look at the extras. The extras are composed of special occasion-wear, tee shirts, and accessories, etc.

SKYE Isabella dress  Jennifer20 for 20% off 

Mer-Sea & Co. Catalina slub tee

SKYE Ismay earring Jennifer20 for 20% off 

                                              Jackie Mack Designs "key to my heart" necklace 

SKYE Laure pearl bracelet Jennifer20 for 20% off 

SKYE Cosette pearl earrings Jennifer20 for 20% off 

                                       The Spanish Sandal Co. tan nubuck sandals JEN10 for 10% off 

Oliver Cabell white leather sneaker JSCOTT10 for $10 off 

Nothing New tan high-top sneakers

                                                                   Lulu's tan sandals

News

📍Check out my Mother's Day gift guide on the blog. 

📍If you are looking for more content, consider becoming a member of The Daily Connoisseur through the MEMBERSHIPS feature. I publish one vodcast every Friday and do one livestream or zoom call once a month. It only costs $1.99 a month. There are also upper tiers available for people who are interested in supporting the channel on a higher level and receiving monthly mentions in the videos. 

📍Join us for The Chic Assignment for April. 

📍Please note: I am currently in the process of having my blog not only redesigned, but moved to Wordpress. Please be patient during the process as the blog might be temporarily disabled over the course of this month. You can always stay au courant with me over on YouTube to never miss a video. I'm excited to work on the blog and make it a better experience for you, dear reader! 

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Purl Two Together writes, "I love this video because I am disabled by a chronic illness and am inspired by my late nana who got dressed and did her face and hair even when she was dying of cancer. She always wanted to look her best. For me, even if I can't get dressed or do more than rest all day, putting on scent is the way I make myself feel better. But I love to pull on a dress, do a touch of makeup, pop earrings in and then I feel sooooooo much better but am still as comfortable as I'd be in my nightgown."

I love your comment and enjoyed reading about how your Nana inspired you. Thank you for sharing your tips with us!

I hope you enjoyed my ten-item capsule wardrobe lookbook for spring. I'll be going over the garments with you in greater detail in next week's talk-through.

Special thanks to Britain Films and Dava Marketing for this video.

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The Bend Soap Co. make very giftable bath products that come in soothing and natural scents. Use code DC10 for 10% off. 

The Planting Tree  Mother's Day Gift Kit

I have two roses from The Planting Tree and can vouch that they supply the most healthy and full plants. My two roses arrived carefully packaged and are now currently thriving. They have a wonderful kit that would be perfect for any mother who loves to garden. 

The Exo Beauty at-home laser hair removal device

Now this may sound like an odd gift, but it might be an unexpected hit too. Many people long to try these at-home laser hair removal devices but are torn about whether to invest in them. I have started using the EXO and will report back to you on how it works. 

SKYE Ismay earring Jennifer20 for 20% off SKYE's jewelry is whimsical and unique and make excellent gifts. 

Allen's Scottish Shortbread  would make a delightful and affordable gift for the teatime lover in your life. The packaging is so charming too, which is an added bonus. 

Pinrose Perfume  make beautifully scented perfumes that would make delightful gifts. Code JSCOTT gives free shipping. 

American Blossom Linens sell organic, American made bed linens of the highest quality. This is a true luxury gift that would delight any gift recipient. Jennifer20 for 20% off 

Vahdam Teas make excellent teas of varying varieties. They also have several impressive gift kits. 

I will keep adding to this guide as I find more gift ideas, so feel free to check back again and also share your great ideas in the comments. 

With love,

Jennifer 

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