tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post3552935344210653694..comments2024-03-26T22:43:48.317-07:00Comments on The Daily Connoisseur: One Week of Outfits Summer Ten-Item WardrobeThe Daily Connoisseurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13843902889491327636noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-91085159675810669422016-02-10T14:02:36.909-08:002016-02-10T14:02:36.909-08:00Hi, Ania!
I am in the same stage of life with my l...Hi, Ania!<br />I am in the same stage of life with my little ones - on the floor and in the dirt in warm weather. <br />Don't forget that "children are the most important work!" (CS Lewis)<br />I wear a few dark pairs of comfortable jeans in succession. They do get worn out, but that's life. I use some pretty cotton tops that can take many washes and disguise a little dribble, too. I shop at the end of the season to save on these 'high-turnover' items. <br />Just enjoy them, dear Mommy!AquinoFamily99https://www.blogger.com/profile/11142076057635654922noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-40435118655262536112015-08-30T20:56:14.442-07:002015-08-30T20:56:14.442-07:00Welcome back! I've missed reading your blog. Y...Welcome back! I've missed reading your blog. Your such an inspiration that I decided to finally start my own. Will be tagging DC for sure. Can't wait to see the fall wardrobe. I finally finished my own fall capsule. Thanks for the inspiration to wear dresses. This past summer I wore a dress everyday and loved it!!Shannon at Gamine and Stripeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03650620721796508336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-42700572133923292212015-08-30T15:47:01.396-07:002015-08-30T15:47:01.396-07:00Thank you so much for doing this! I am one of the ...Thank you so much for doing this! I am one of the readers who requested it. It was fun to see how you dress for your week. And it was delightful to hear about one of your weeks.<br /><br />Thanks again for taking the time to prepare this post.<br /><br />Luciadysfunctionalscrapbookinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595046069751065910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-65521565201047332552015-08-24T22:00:50.591-07:002015-08-24T22:00:50.591-07:00I'm so glad to hear heavy gardening is chic! I...I'm so glad to hear heavy gardening is chic! I've always loved gardening, but recently moved to a neighborhood where it seems everyone has a hired gardener and looks at me as if I'm crazy for digging my own holes. :-). I do put on makeup to look somewhat presentable (if I'll be in the front yard), but wear older yoga gear to avoid ruining my regular items. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08687321307848585919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-77574584938462273862015-08-24T14:40:46.178-07:002015-08-24T14:40:46.178-07:00Jennifer,
I am curious what you do for shoes aroun...Jennifer,<br />I am curious what you do for shoes around the house? Do you go barefoot, wear your nice shoes, or have designated house shoes? It's hard for me to feel put together without shoes on, but also challenging to find cute shoes that are comfortable to wear all day long around the house.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05685456273278785387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-17406448758660640102015-08-23T00:28:10.622-07:002015-08-23T00:28:10.622-07:00Hi Jennifer, it's lovely to see you back. That...Hi Jennifer, it's lovely to see you back. That was a fun video which I can relate to as our summer is very hot too. I am more of a jeans/shorts and t-shirt woman but I think if you choose good fit and colour those can work too. <br /><br />I was thinking that the person who wrote the Artistic Recommendation had exactly the same thoughts as me, then I realised it was me. :)Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14751315680374413649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-87893578629721135002015-08-21T07:09:38.134-07:002015-08-21T07:09:38.134-07:00I loved this little peek into your every day life....I loved this little peek into your every day life. Thanks so much! I especially liked seeing how to fit things like gardening into your wardrobe (i.e. changing your clothes when you are finished). I do a lot of heavy work around the garden and yard and simply need to wear old dirty clothes at times. My husband once caught me piling firewood in my $200 jeans (: Not a great idea! It can be tempting to stay in the grubby clothes all day once you have them on, but surely is worth the effort to clean yourself up and look presentable when the heavy work is done. Looking forward to your fall 10 item wardrobe!!<br />Madame Melvillehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14014342177820042162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-76283895250057459762015-08-20T18:54:21.968-07:002015-08-20T18:54:21.968-07:00Welcome back, Jennifer! I find it very inspiring ...Welcome back, Jennifer! I find it very inspiring to see what you wear during the course of a week, including the changes you make to do heavy gardening, exercising, etc. I, too, find it important to look presentable even when I'm alone. Partly it's because you never know when there might be some sort of emergency when you <i>must</i> suddenly leave the house, but also because it's demoralizing to pass by a mirror if one looks like a slob. Even if I wear no other makeup, I always do my brows and put on lipstick. I don't even <i>have</i> "grubby wear" anymore. If I am going to do something that will <i>truly</i> destroy my clothes (like painting the house), I will either wear something that I am about to throw out anyway, or buy something at the local Goodwill specifically to paint in, and throw it out when I am done. <br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-60622869611371075272015-08-20T11:15:16.914-07:002015-08-20T11:15:16.914-07:00Thank you for sharing this video. I am working on ...Thank you for sharing this video. I am working on finding pieces that I love and this helps a lot to see how it can work. I have never commented but am huge fan and have read both books and can't wait for the third! Side note: What is the music at the end of your video? I love it so much. It reminded me of the sound track from one of my favorite movies (and classic books), North and South. The music is exquisite in that movie! Thanks for sharing good music, graceful tips even with kids, and a great way to live life!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-31964522091014426322015-08-20T08:21:05.500-07:002015-08-20T08:21:05.500-07:00WOW. I'm surprised at how many possibilities g...WOW. I'm surprised at how many possibilities gives you<br />10 item wardrobe:)wildnettlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00127102228279039384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-91434938044749748132015-08-20T07:41:56.323-07:002015-08-20T07:41:56.323-07:00Hi Jennifer. You really have simple sophistication...Hi Jennifer. You really have simple sophistication down to a science! Thank you for showing your fitness wear. Can you do a post on swimwear, please!!! Thank you!Jovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16475088977936447652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-58991471038644703122015-08-20T06:16:51.503-07:002015-08-20T06:16:51.503-07:00I loved this video! The less structured vibe was a...I loved this video! The less structured vibe was a fun change from your usual videos (which I also enjoy!). Plus it was fun to see your daughter jump in. Keeping it real! It would be great if you could do another video like this with your fall/winter wardrobe as well.<br /><br />My 10-item wardrobe (beginner's) experience started last time I was pregnant two years ago. Inspired by your first book + some nesting = Bye-Bye old clothes. So many I had been holding on to because... um... I paid for them? I finally told myself, "Whether you keep them or not, the money has been spent and is gone--you aren't getting that back. So it doesn't matter what you spent. Donate it if you don't like it or wear it." My work wardrobe is basically 10 items, but the casual/weekend wardrobe is a slow work in progress.<br /><br />I'm pregnant again with baby #2. Last time I was fortunate to have some great maternity clothes lent to me. This time I think I'm going to have to purchase--and can I say, maternity clothes are the worst. But since I'll only need them for about 6 months, it's the prefect time to put a true 10-item wardrobe into practice (if I can find any decent ones that won't break the bank)! Thanks for all the inspiration!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17897935648568896475noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-23642588606444124842015-08-20T02:20:37.220-07:002015-08-20T02:20:37.220-07:00Oh dear, I feel so stupid now in my sweatpants and...Oh dear, I feel so stupid now in my sweatpants and worn out t-shirt... But I just can't imagine how one can stay so chic while having a baby or a toddler (up to two). I mean I need to be on a floor all day long with him, I deal with his sticky fingers numerous times a day (usually he just rubs them in my outfit), not to mention going to a sand box when I need to sit down with him and get dirty literally! I just can't imagine dressing up for all of that 'cause I feel like my clothes would be ruined in no time. How did you do it when your girls were so little?Aniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06270379337360378355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-84129346281059214312015-08-19T19:43:49.190-07:002015-08-19T19:43:49.190-07:00Make an effort is the key. No sweatpant, sweatshi...Make an effort is the key. No sweatpant, sweatshirt, baggy T, just nice clothes, especially when in public. I usually go to France every year and notice that most French women do "make an effort" whether it is a scarf, lipstick or coordinated outfit, they elevate a casual look and never are sloppy.MarilynBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15065506338445261303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-35331481285372466902015-08-19T19:22:35.730-07:002015-08-19T19:22:35.730-07:00This was a great post Jennifer. Please do this ag...This was a great post Jennifer. Please do this again!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12756033682201519150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-53942278556146112802015-08-19T18:42:56.549-07:002015-08-19T18:42:56.549-07:00So great to have you back! I loved the take away o...So great to have you back! I loved the take away of making an effort. I've been getting into meditation and grace and intentionality have been key themes in that lately, which fitted so well with your message. Be intentional in your day by respecting yourself enough to dress well. I travel a lot with work (a good 80% of the time), and thoroughly enjoy the night when there's a new video to look forward to. I can't wait for your 3rd book to come out, I've got it pre-ordered and am looking forward to your upcoming videos and blogs. You have been a true inspiration and when in doubt I do the WWJD (What would Jennifer Do) - It helps that your name is the same as my older sister too, who is much wiser and clever than me so always good to be guided by a Jennifer! Have a fantastic week and enjoy the new home! Bonne Nuit!<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10512407731388261807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-1443518982358763172015-08-19T17:42:07.391-07:002015-08-19T17:42:07.391-07:00There you are! I missed you, truly, and am so hap...There you are! I missed you, truly, and am so happy you have returned from summer vacation! I was thrilled to see what you wore for the week and that you added what you changed into when you went out to dinner with your girlfriend, because I made a note to ask, and, hello, you answered my question, with great intuition, so I didn't have to ask.<br /><br />What an amazing week, Jennifer, and you looked relaxed and beautiful every day. So happy to see you again.Vicki Zimmermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11637208825504359610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-28321489758634683542015-08-19T17:16:03.179-07:002015-08-19T17:16:03.179-07:00I enjoyed seeing your week's worth of outfits....I enjoyed seeing your week's worth of outfits. You inspire me everyday.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-6878615082192648202015-08-19T14:23:23.059-07:002015-08-19T14:23:23.059-07:00Jennifer, thank you for keeping us motivated with ...Jennifer, thank you for keeping us motivated with your videos: I am in a middle of a major closet cleanse and following your blog helps me stay on track.<br /><br />Nora | <a href="http://neolulu.com/" rel="nofollow">neolulu.com</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05231789914788414393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7682312585713348709.post-24789394070002896242015-08-19T12:03:15.466-07:002015-08-19T12:03:15.466-07:00Hi Jennifer - this is my first time commenting but...Hi Jennifer - this is my first time commenting but I have just finished reading through your whole blog (all the way from the beginning!) as well as both of your books and can't wait for the next one! I loved this snapshot of a real week and am happy you are back from summer break with more great posts and videos! My journey to dress well and always look presentable started when I watched the film The Age of Adaline (not sure if you've seen it, but I think you would love it - the main character always looks so put together in a very chic and timeless way). When I stumbled across your book it really put into words a lot of the things I was feeling after watching the film. I love my 10 item wardrobe and opening my closet everyday to pick what to wear. It really is amazing what a difference it makes to put on something nice instead of yoga pants and a tank top or sweatshirt! I work at home part time and in an office part time and I only used to dress nicely for going to the office, but I always felt lazy and sloppy on the days I was at home. Now I put something nice on everyday, do my le no makeup look (bronzer, blush and mascara) and I feel so much better! Thanks for your inspiring words and videos and keep them coming! Also, I just started reading The Lost Art of Dress based on your recommendation and am loving it!Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11754539839241662069noreply@blogger.com