10 Things Stylish Women Over 50 Never Buy

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Marie-Anne Lecoeur - The French Chic Expert

5 ай бұрын

We women over 50 must be careful what we buy, if we are to make the best of ourselves. Here are 10 things you need to avoid buying.
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@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

What don't you buy as a woman over 50 to stay stylish? If you enjoyed this video you will love 17 Things Stylish Women Never Wear kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZrqPnsVpycy0YGQ.html

@bohemiansusan2897 4 ай бұрын

The Asian grandma styles.

@mariecurie7491 5 ай бұрын

I have never worn items with logos - simply because I don't want to walk around with someone else's name on me. Bottega Veneta handbags have never advertised the brand. My one and only black handbag came from them 25 years ago. I've just realised today that its shape is now trendy 😅

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

👍

@katesleuth1156 5 ай бұрын

My motto has always been, why wear logos when I’m not being paid to advertise them. They are tacky.

@vividvoiceover7704 3 ай бұрын

Exactly! I've always said that very same thing. I even make car dealers remove the license plate frame with their name when I purchase a vehicle. I tell them if I drive around with that on, I'll need to send them a monthly invoice for advertisement. @@katesleuth1156

@tinalettieri 2 ай бұрын

They actually used to run an ad in the US that said "when your own name is enough" It had a very small stamp at the bottom that said Bottega Veneta. I found one of their small backpack purses in a vintage shop ages ago.

@thereseclark797 5 ай бұрын

Your advice is universal and common sense for women of ALL ages! ❤😊

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Merci Therese 😘

@monicashelton3603 5 ай бұрын

I 💯 agree

@genevabrantner365 5 ай бұрын

My mother was a fine seamstress. She was fanatic about the pattern on material matching at the seams. No one seems to care now. But I still can't buy clothes with uneven plaids or stripes. Mom always said it was a sign of poor quality.

@edennis8578 5 ай бұрын

I second that. I, too, check to see if the patterns match. The worst is when the pockets don't match or, of all things, where the shirt buttons in front.

@turnbacktime65 5 ай бұрын

Your mom was correct. As was mine. 😊

@manonsinclairladyofblairad9675 5 ай бұрын

When I go shopping I always have your voice in my head: if it's not a wow, it's a non. We had a "designer" here that sold expensive clothes that were so cheaply made, it's no wonder they don't exist anymore.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Just that one thing can help keep you out of style trouble Manon 😃

@turnbacktime65 5 ай бұрын

I’m laughing and laughing. Right now. 6:30 am Florida, U.S. Your first paragraph. Perfect description! I was online shopping and M. A.’s beautiful voice said “ is that your color? Non. Will you wear it with five things? Non. Do you LOVE it? “. Phew. She saved me so much money.

@barbarasmyth1735 5 ай бұрын

I would never buy distressed jeans!!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

👍

@padraigam9816 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for addressing the huge logo on clothing pieces. We should not be billboards! Sleek simple yes yes yes!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

💯👍

@cathylehman7538 5 ай бұрын

Best advice ever when shopping: if it is not a WOW then it is a no❤❤❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

🤗

@knittingvortex 5 ай бұрын

I love how you’re sprinkling phrases in French throughout your videos; nicely done in a really seamless way! The emphasis on buying quality pieces really resonates; I shop A LOT at thrift and vintage, and have gotten many silk blouses and cashmere sweaters - for not a lot of $$$.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Merci Jennifer I am glad you enjoy them 🤗 Thrifting is such a great way to get great quality ❤️ you shopuld really keep up with your knitting videos ma chère x

@deborahwilson6970 5 ай бұрын

I've always held to quality over quantity. Owning more means more to take care of.Frugality is not the same as being cheap. I finally found a shade of green (deep forest) that looks great on me, that doesn't turn my olive complexion green. It is now part of my year round capsule. I am glad to see certain styles that I always preferred, like pleated pants making a comeback. I never wore skinny jeans.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

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@juliakathryn2582 5 ай бұрын

I never buy clothing made of polyester, nylon, rayon, etc. Although they're becoming difficult to find and at a much higher price, I buy silk, cashmere, wool, cotton and linen. I just cannot stand the idea and the feel of wearing plastic. I love opening KZfaq and finding a new post by you. Thank you for all of your knowledge and advice ❤.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

🤗 natural fabrics are certainly the best Julia although I know some ladies are allergic to some natural fibres 🙁

@gabriellaraineri9476 3 ай бұрын

Silk it’s impossible to find! In Italy we had large production in the 90’s distroyed by the Chinese Imports…😢

@susansawyer2475 3 ай бұрын

Rayon is made of plant fibers. It is a man-made fabric, but it is not a synthetic fabric like polyester, nylon or acetates.

@celesteverrill9025 10 сағат бұрын

Absolutely!

@celesteverrill9025 10 сағат бұрын

@@susansawyer2475Thank you, teacher!

@dianecyment1715 5 ай бұрын

I don't buy leggings unless it is for my workouts. I never bought distressed jeans and never will. Your tips are always helpful. I always try to put quality over quantity. I learned that late in life.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

💯👍

@daCubanaqt 4 ай бұрын

I will wear ripped jeans until die 😊 Only the ones ripped at the knees and if I rip the jeans myself. I won’t buy jeans with rips already in them. I have a personal reason as to why I love ripped at the knee jeans that I won’t get into here. I know once I get over 50 I probably shouldn’t wear them, but I’m have always looked younger than I really am 🥳 Ironically though, I hate raw hem jeans. I feel like with the price of jeans these days, companies should finish the garment.

@MsBackstager 5 ай бұрын

A young acquaintance of mine bought a very gently used London Fog coat @ a thrift store for about $40. That's high quality at a low price and she'll get many compliments and years of use of it.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

That is fabtastic Ms B - thrifting is a great way to get great quality 😃

@teresabarrett3266 5 ай бұрын

@@MarieAnneLecoeur i often find higher quality fabrics and detailing in pieces i find at resale shops. It’s exciting to me to find silk, cashmere, & fine leather handbags at these shops. i never act too excited while buying because it feels like i’m getting away with a steal. How fun! No buyers remorse. Once i discovered a strand of Tahitian pearls with 14k clasp amongst a bunch of junk jewelry. Like: $2bucks. That is a WOW

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Oh My Gosh what a find Teresa 😃

@Patricia-pq4jq 3 ай бұрын

I bought a London Fog trench at a thrift shop years ago. I wash it in the gentle cycle and it still looks great. !!

@frauleintrude6347 5 ай бұрын

Truth to be told I am still wearing pieces I bought 15 years ago. I always look for good fabrics, meticulously tailored and sewn. Most of them I bought at the end of the season. I don‘t have any favourite brands. It totally depends on what I am going to detect on my hunt. Whenever there is nothing peaking my interest, I call it a day. My only soft spot are white shirts. I have to remind me that I already have way too many, that and indigo blue linen shirts (my favourite during summer).

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

You are a true French Chic Lady Trude 🤗

@sarahdoyle789 3 ай бұрын

Same here re the white shirts!

@a.williams10 5 ай бұрын

This is great sound advice applicable for all ages, Marie-Anne. My niece has been learning and improving due to your videos as well, she's only young in her 20s loving French Chic and I'm thankful for that. Merci beaucoup 🤗❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

That is wonderful AW 😃 give her a big French Chic Hug from me 🤗

@a.williams10 5 ай бұрын

@@MarieAnneLecoeur Merci 🤗❤

@oldcrowcreations 5 ай бұрын

Definitely more focused on pieces that fit well and are higher quality. I also stick with a proper neckline that doesn’t reveal too much.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

👏👍

@Nicky-Music 5 ай бұрын

Ripped jeans remind me of very old pictures of raggedy kids in Charles Dickens' London!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

💯👍

@jacquiwinter6282 5 ай бұрын

I have learned a lot from you, Marie-Anne and you reinforce things I want to remember. I admire your sense of style, positive attitude and enjoy it when you speak your native French. 💕 Be well!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Merci Jacqui 🤗 I am glad you enjoy it 😘

@blktauna 5 ай бұрын

I do not put good money into anything that is "distressed". I rarely do trends. Sometimes they are too fun but in general, no. If I'm meh about a piece, it's a no. You're the only oyher person I've ever heard say that :).

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

So glad to hear you hold out for the Wow 😃

@sandra19980 5 ай бұрын

I was very surprised when I found that the color beige, after 50 years of devotion to "50 shades of beige" - no longer suits me. It happened as suddenly as my own face in the mirror that changed.😊 nice video , merci ❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Our complexion changes over time Sandra and dramatically if our hair changes too 👍

@BeachPeach2010 5 ай бұрын

I never liked advertising clothing on my body for Free. And I always remove itchy/annoying tags picking on the back if my neck or stabbing me in my side!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Have you noticed that the labels are getting bigger and scratchier Beach 🤷‍♀️

@a.williams10 5 ай бұрын

Learning from you the importance of French Chic principles as strong foundations is priceless, Marie-Anne. I never liked ripped jeans or distressed, shapeless clothing. Anything frumpy, poor quality, ridiculous looking and big logos are a non for me. There's nothing more stylish that scream elegance than simplicity with clean lines in high quality materials and well finished that stand the test of time. Love your striped blue shirt, a beautiful classic timeless staple to enjoy every year. Merci 💙

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

"clean lines in high quality materials and well finished" 👏 music to my ears AW 😘

@pearlbrandwein4731 5 ай бұрын

I agree with you about logos: I own a vintage gold Moncler ski jacket, a brand popular with skiiers on the sloped & apres-ski. The name is written in black thread on the inside jacket bottom. Despite multi-Gold medal winner, Jean-Claude Killy as brand ambassador, the company went bankrupt, and Giambattista Valli bought it & placed two skis & poles in an X shape on the left sleeve arm. The brand had a low profile, known originally only to skiers, but it's an Italian industry tradition to slap big, fat labels in merchandise. This has spilled over into Chanel & YSL, who now display their labels more prominently. I have a vintage Chanel bag on which you can barely see the sewn-on logo & a vintage YSL which requires good eyesight to see the tiny initials on the buckle. Once a company starts visibly emphasizing a logo, all other designers follow. I have a tendency to buy fill-in items from Zadig & Voltaire, Sandro, Chloe, J.Crew, Talbot's, Banana Republic to update outfits with blazers, trousers/skirts, cords/jeans, etc. I don't like to part with anything because the quality of decades ago cannot be matched. That's why I have a good tailor who tells me honestly what can or can't be fixed. If it can't be fixed, it goes to the back of the closet until I decide what to do. I love my clothes & can't part with them. I take exceptional care of them--that's why they always look brand new.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Your wardrobe must be a thing of beauty Pearl ❤️

@maryokeefe5351 5 ай бұрын

How interesting re Moncler. I am a former ski racer and Jean-Claude Killy was my idol. Thanks for bringing back those wonderful memories.

@evelynflynn3925 2 ай бұрын

I am 75 years old, and my have always believed that as a woman gets older, she should strive to dress more elegantly.

@maryjohnston2711 4 ай бұрын

My mother taught me to sew, and the way to make a good garment is in the fitting and preparation. One thing in particular is to match patterns.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

You have a great skill Mary x

@syn67501 5 ай бұрын

I really wish I had found this channel four years ago. In the past I worked at a place where we had uniforms. The up side was no thoughts into what we were going to wear. Then the company decided to do away with uniforms. Suddenly I had choices and no clue how to dress myself. After a lot of trial and expensive errors I'm finally learning about my body shape and how to look good.

@petergeorge4415 5 ай бұрын

Bravo! Keep trying, I am sure you are succeeding! Truth be told, we need to be determined and ...keep it simple! (monochrome, minimalist) at the beginning....I encourage you! You will find who you are...and express it ;) helene

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

That is wonderful Syn bodyshape first, then style objectives for your shape, then colours 😃 keep watching my videos and never hesitate to ask questions in the community 😘 (best asked in new comments as they get buried so quickly)

@niamarieturek9281 5 ай бұрын

My favorite 2 pieces were hand down from my aunt and father. I have a Norwegian made wool sweater of high quality from my aunt. I have a highly tailored smoking jacket from my dad. Both pieces are so chic!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

They sound lovely Niamarie 😃

@user-pi5tv9mc8d 5 ай бұрын

I never show my arms from elbow and up .thank you for the exelent advise ! Very Nice video!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

😘

@joniheisenberg 5 ай бұрын

I think quality really comes into play when you are buying accessories. For example, if you are interested in adding an animal print( shoes, bag,scarf) to your wardrobe, if the quality is cheap it will stand out like a sore thumb and look trendy instead of elegant.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Very true Joni - quality shines out 😃

@patricianunes3521 5 ай бұрын

Ripped jeans - non non non! I have never liked them.

@MsBackstager 5 ай бұрын

And I never will like them.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

💯👍

@irinaivanovic9792 5 ай бұрын

I only wore ripped jeans when they were a trend and I was in my early to mid 20’s. No regrets.

@Freiya2011 Ай бұрын

They'll rip all by themselves with the time...😂

@janetkalo7520 4 ай бұрын

Your advice is applicable to women under and over 50. Thanks.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

🙏

@litebriteeyes 5 ай бұрын

Great video, as always! 😊 I like hearing you add French into your videos, such a beautiful language. I avoid buying complicated pieces, and anything cropped. I'm tall enough to find shortened pants or sweaters annoying. 😅

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

I am glad you enjoy the French Brite Eyes 😃

@anaalves3658 5 ай бұрын

Me too 😂, sometimes it's 😂 real nuisance trying to find sleeves that are long enough. And I have just had to learn to like shorter pants 🙄

@evaboldt653 5 ай бұрын

Great advice. I never buy distressed clothing, anything with logos, and have never owned a basball cap. I love pretty, beautiful, elegant, styish, colourful and simple.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Very true Eva - I had to laugh the other day when I saw an online magazine run an article on 'what French Women are wearing right now' - obviously not written by a French Woman - one of 'the looks' was a young fashionista wearing a base ball cap😱 fashionistas are not typical French Women 🙄 they just seem to trawl instagram to find photos they can put shoppable links to 😡

@a.williams10 5 ай бұрын

I've been looking forward to this and I meant this video, dear Marie-Anne! Loved it. You're absolutely right. I'm so grateful to have been raised learning many of these principles and also from mistakes I made in the past. Loved to see more gorgeous older ladies. I appreciate all your wonderful content and including French phrases in your videos is a great bonus. Your hair is looking lovely. Merci beaucoup pour votre conseil formidable comme toujours ❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Merci AW I am glad you enjoyed it 🤗

@elizabethpace1591 5 ай бұрын

I always look forward to your videos because you give the best advice. It’s no good wearing trends if they don’t suit us. Classic is always best 🙂

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Wise words Elizabeth - just because it is a trend it is not an order to wear it 😃

@ccgreene1 5 ай бұрын

Grandmama taught me how to shop, and I've been dressing this way my whole life. They're the basic rules of dressing for a woman of any age. As a teenager and young adult I strayed from these rules, but all in all, I've always stayed true. FYI...This new fangled thing called "quiet luxury"? It's this, right here. Understated, classic looks that women of quality have always known. AND, one need not spend a fortune if one follows the rules...Bon chance!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Bonjour CC - yes indeed 😃 it is amazing to me how French Chic has been plundered for it's principles but instead of owning up to it people give it a fancy new name and claim to have discovered it 🙄

@ms_prescott_regrets 5 ай бұрын

I like giving a trend a nod by an accessory. You will look up to date and classic. Because of you I look at quality even at second hand stores ❤❤❤❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

💯👍

@anaalves3658 5 ай бұрын

I was just saying to my parents yesterday that I can't wear a big chunky watch or rings, as I have very thin arms and fingers, it just looks ridiculous on me. Delicate items definitely suit me better on my wrists and hands. I would love a video on accessories, earrings, necklace, rings etc.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

I have done a few videos on jewellery and accessories Ana 😃

@veronicawilson9093 3 ай бұрын

and maybe a bit on makeup?

@anaalves3658 3 ай бұрын

@@veronicawilson9093 I don't wear makeup up, occasionally a bit of mascara or lipstick 💄.

@JillWhitcomb1966 5 ай бұрын

Proportion has much to do with looking youthful or frumpy. I'm only 5 ft 6 ( 167 cm) and have short plump legs. As a result, any skirt/ dress that is calf-length or ankle length makes me look like an old frumpy woman who is heading off to church. I look stumpy and wider, no matter the style of the skirt. However, wearing skirts that are just below the knee in length gives me the illusion of longer legs, thinner legs, and a thinner body.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

🙌 Brava Jill - the Magic of dressing for your shape and size 🪄

@halinameson2946 5 ай бұрын

Enjoyed!! And my French vocabulary is improving as well as my French Style ….;)

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

😃👍

@gillmolony6781 5 ай бұрын

2 of my absolute no no's are cropped pants or jeans as they cut off my legs, and over sized jackets, I look like I've borrowed my husband clothes. Just not for me. If you're happy wearing those styles, then go for it... what ever spins your wheels. Great video, thank you.

@DebDebbiesWorld 5 ай бұрын

I will buy into trends (assuming they fit my style or personality, of course) but depending on what it is (is it something I will likely only use or like a season or two?) I will find a budget way to get it (from thrifting or a big box/cheaper store/amazon/etc) or incorporate it in a small way through smaller, more affordable accessories. I find my fall/winter style and spring/summer styles are very different. Fall and winter much more classic and more neutral based. Spring and summer brighter and more 'fun'. My friends always joke I have two totally different wardrobes and 2 totally different personalities for the seasons LOL But all of them are of good quality.

@ilsekestemont1084 5 ай бұрын

Your "If it's not a wow, it's a non" I learned my daughter too

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

😃😘

@cheryllust5317 5 ай бұрын

Always love your assistance! Thank you.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

You are very welcome Cheryl 😃

@janemushlick4284 5 ай бұрын

Thank you, Marie-Anne!

@lindab2323 4 ай бұрын

As a teenager learning to sew in middle school, my instructor stressed the needs to match patterns. If I could do it? So can designers of mass-produced clothing sold a premium prices. It is a definite red flag for me when patterns do not match properly.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

It is an effort to save on fabric Linda - not matching means they can squeeze more garments out of the same yardage

@kelljanesmith 4 ай бұрын

I love that you're speaking french in this one! ❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

I am trying to remember to put more French in Jane - glad you are enjoying it 😃

@susanclotfelter7247 5 ай бұрын

This is so true. On my last trip to the very high quality second hand store, I got two items that were not simple or classic, though the colors really were flattering. Guess which ones I haven't worn yet? Another important element is that the fit is comfortable and the fabric does not itch. You can have an item that is a tad large tailored, but there's nothing you can do about cheap scratchy fabric!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Some older fabrics can be quite scratchy - oddly because they are of better quality and therefore thicker and more durable 😃

@sophielaurenti8846 5 ай бұрын

I always appreciate your videos. Your fashion advice is gold!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Merci Sophie 😘

@marleneparker8702 5 ай бұрын

I learned about my body shape and colors during the pandemic.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

👍

@davidcsolano7269 4 ай бұрын

Faux pas usually are committed by young people. But you never know. I have always thought that women look their best after 40 and years keep making them look more and more attractive due to wisdom, self esteem and that wonderful knowledge of who they are that comes with age. Still fashion world and society makes them think aging a sin. Well my dear friends, that’s absolutely wrong! Every age has its own charms and aging is a blessing many people don’t enjoy.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

Wise words David 🙏

@aimee4845 5 ай бұрын

excellent advice

@adriennebrown3778 5 ай бұрын

Great video Marie-Anne

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Merci Adrienne 🤗

@morganharrell1722 5 ай бұрын

Fabulous video!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

🤗

@steemdup 5 ай бұрын

Classic, flattering to my apple figure, and well crafted - YES! I never buy trendy, designer pieces, or disposable clothing.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

👏 excellent 😃

@MZ-arch 4 ай бұрын

Excellent Marie-Anne. I have been following you for a long time, thank you for your videos. I actually apply your rule: "if not a wow it's a no". That helps me decide on any new items or select what to declutter from my closet.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

👏Glad it helps MZ 😃

@Cheriesgardenvegplot 5 ай бұрын

I take your advice every time I shop now. Thank you lovely lady

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

You are very welcome 😃

@susanyakus7364 3 ай бұрын

Excellent advise! I have never and will never buy ripped jeans! Tacky, tacky, tacky. I also don't wear those monster platform shoes.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 ай бұрын

👏

@caroleangel9287 4 ай бұрын

Another great video. Thank you!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

😘

@carolynsmith5371 3 ай бұрын

I’ve been watching your videos for a few weeks now. Wearing what I own differently my daughter called my outfit cute and said i looked much younger recently (made my day!!), my mum complemented my new outfit another day and this morning my walking group thought I looked trendy!! I’m loving focusing on simplicity, quality and style. I’m very thankful for your content 🙏💙🦋

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 ай бұрын

That is awesome Carolyn 😃 welcome to the French Chic Community 🤗

@susannuccio7637 5 ай бұрын

Love these tips! I always aspired to being that chic older woman who had wonderful taste and bought classic jewelry, bags, shoes, and suits that never went out of style. I've not yet made that goal, but I always keep it in mind when I shop now thanks to you, Marie Anne!Also, the blouse you are wearing in this video is to die for -- where might I find one like it?

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Keep that goal in mind Susan and work towards it - the lady you want to be is only just a little ahead of you on your style journey 🙏

@HisLove4You 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I appreciate you 😊💕

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

🤗

@oxanaburdenkova2627 5 ай бұрын

I have got a habbit to wait my best clothers, not to buy if i doubt. And it works!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Trust to your Style Eye and Style Instinct Oxana 😃👏

@Kerbeygrip 2 ай бұрын

I always exchange buttons on shirts and jackets for more expensive ones. I always undo and remake machine hems by hand ..

@MarieAnneLecoeur 2 ай бұрын

Changing up the buttons is always good Kerbey you can even find vintage ones on the net 😃

@claremurphy12 4 ай бұрын

Excellent tips , I will try and start looking at better quality items and stick with only colours that suit me I ordered a style journal so hopefully it arrives soon

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

That is wonderful Clare - let me know how you get on x

@Rositasparks 5 ай бұрын

I will not buy clothing that does not fit properly and that is made from low quality materials ❤ thank you for the great advice

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

You are very welcome Rosita 😘

@petergeorge4415 5 ай бұрын

Dear Ms Marie-Anne, I am always so grateful for you taking the time to teach us the " dont's " ; and ever more, you give us " pro tips " to align our choices for a joyful success to feel lovely! (as we may think...it is me who do not know how to adjust with the trends)..... which is not true! Thank you so much! helene :)

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

You are very welcome Helene 🤗

@lorrieorr3753 5 ай бұрын

Bonjour Marie-Anne, Yes to training your eye! Your videos and courses help so much with that. I find myself more and more able to skim over the clothes racks and say, "non, non, non, ce n'est pas un WOW!" As an added bonus I love listening to the French you include!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Your Style Eye is really developing Lorrie 😃 so glad you enjoy the French 😘

@Nicky-Music 5 ай бұрын

I love the necklace that the lady is wearing at 5.34

@teresabarrett3266 5 ай бұрын

Dear Ms. MarieAnne, You are looking especially well today. Your complexion is beautiful. You are a vibrant woman. You inspire me to embrace my feminine sensibilities. Why not be as lovely as one can be? Thank You for sharing your expertise in beauty, design, color and detailing. Watching your video helps me to realize i already have what i need to be fresh in my approach toward timeless style & beauty. You help me get out of my box. I learn a lot from you. You also help me remember the principles of fashion design & color theory i learned years ago. Ms. MarieAnne, you teach so wonderfully. Thank You for encouraging me today. i needed the lift.😊 All the best from me to you. 🙋‍♀️🇺🇸

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Merci Teresa - we should all strive to be as lovely as we can be - in Style and in Heart 🤗

@teresabarrett3266 5 ай бұрын

@@MarieAnneLecoeur Merci Ms. MarieAnne. in Style & in Heart. i do agree. Be Lovely Be You ti Ful

@joanannewallace 5 ай бұрын

For years I wore loose big tops but now I wear the right size that fits me, and I wear a belt if it comes with the dress, and I look a lot better than wearing big baggy clothes. I'm still the same size as when I tried to cover myself. I'm 14 UK.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

🙌 the magic of tailoring and proper fit Joananne 😃

@zakiehbakdounes4019 3 ай бұрын

Thanks ❤

@weebizzom1495 5 ай бұрын

My first pet hate is blouses and shirts that gape at the front. They just don’t fit properly, even if I resort to safety pins. My second pet hate is mismatched patterns - they make anything look like it is very poor quality. Put the two together and the result is really cheap-looking, definitely not good. I do like the idea you mentioned, of a nod to fashion with a small accessory. I would love a certain pair of silver shoes, but they are expensive and I have a feeling that, this time next year, they will be “so last year, darling”. A silver bag would look good, though - hmm, decisions, decisions. 🤔

@Patriot1789 5 ай бұрын

Never been able to understand why handbags that advertise the manufacturer, even if it’s Hermes or Chanel, for example, are things that women want to wear. The idea of being even a “discrete” billboard doesn’t have much appeal for me and when those handbags are very, very costly it’s like bragging to the world that you are rich: just an invitation for someone to rip you off.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Exactly right Patriot 👍

@joannanangle4876 5 ай бұрын

Bloomin logos🙃🤔

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

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@annebrown886 5 ай бұрын

,When I’m shopping for a particular clothes item such as a jacket I instantly know by my reaction to it, whether it’s a keeper, great video as usual 🥰

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

You have your Style Eye Anne 😃

@sisterclairetheresa8494 3 ай бұрын

Marie-Anne, this video is so sensible and helpful! Et, j'adore votre chemisier!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 ай бұрын

🤗

@lisacollins3304 5 ай бұрын

My favorite part,of this terrific video,was the end, about keeping fashion Simple, without a lot of Extras. Yes,clothing with too much added, 'fadish' detailing(In my opinion)does not look good on anyone! It is just in bad taste. Its targeted buyers are those that like what is considered New,and Trendy. It might even be a favorite part of the person's wardrobe,but that style has very limited wearability.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

👏 Simple is key Lisa 😘

@maryabdel-malik656 5 ай бұрын

At 73 I don’t buy flat shoes I look frumpy wearing them

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

I much prefer heels as well Mary 😃 sadly a lot of my ladies can't wear them for various reasons 🙁

@JNoMooreNumbers 3 ай бұрын

I'm the opposite. Vertigo problems from a popped disk when I was 40 snowmobiling so flat shoes only. A little rise is okay. I trip, bump into things and broke a few toes since when barefoot around the house. 😂Get the dizzies alot. No help from neurologists all this time so lived with it for 20 years

@joannanangle4876 5 ай бұрын

You are so rightx

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

😘

@ABC1701A 5 ай бұрын

Many many moons ago (sometime in the 1970s) when I was a teenager I found a book in my local library by a fashion editor from one of the large UK papers - this was in an NZ library - which I think is called Dressing for Success by Jean Rook. She gave much the same advice as you do (even if the suggestions and images are well out of date fashions having changed much in the intervening 50 years or so) and her advice is as good today as it was when she wrote the book in the late 1960s. I still have a copy and it is my ''go to'' when it comes to advice on what to, or not to, buy. I will be adding your book to it on my bookshelf as I suspect both will be invaluable together.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Good style advics is like style itself ABC - it never dates 😃 thank you so much for adding my book and putting it in such good company 🙏

@Karen-ve6ds 5 ай бұрын

I like your wristwatch Marie-Anne, it looks very classy 😊

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Merci Karen 😘

@bohemiansusan2897 4 ай бұрын

I quit doing trends a long time ago. I mix period clothes with contemporary clothes and most all my clothes are black. I have no desire to stop being a middle aged Goth. My style is termed as nerdy or geeky goth as I tend to go for ordinary clothes. I do have a few over sized blazers but not too much so. My weight fluctuates a bit so I'm covered, no matter what.

@Patricia-pq4jq 3 ай бұрын

Love the dogs. Lol

@MarieAnneLecoeur 3 ай бұрын

🐾🐾

@lorinash 29 күн бұрын

Finally! A style advisor that doesn't recommend capris, long flowy tops, and all of those other items that scream, "FRUMPY!" Thank you.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 29 күн бұрын

You are very welcome Lori 🤗

@pbk3405 Ай бұрын

I recently moved to a new state and I'm staying with my son's family. I thought it would be short-term and put all my warm weather clothing in storage. Now that it's getting warmer, I can't get to my clothing (the movers put my 'wardrobe' box in the back corner with heavy furniture around it even though I asked them not to). I went to the thrift store with your recommendations in my head and found some really good quality (mostly Talbots) things! White jeans, classic tops and all in basic colors. I may go back for the white trousers as well. I spent $100 and now have 5 outfits to cycle through the season. I also stayed away from the 'capris' that cut off your leg! :-) Thanks Marie Anne for your advice.

@MarieAnneLecoeur Ай бұрын

That is wonderful PBK 👏

@maryjobalve6290 4 ай бұрын

Would you mind to tell me the name of the grey turtle neck cable sweater you often wear please

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

It is by Ralph Lauren Mary x

@susanschaffner4422 4 ай бұрын

Ripped jeans my pet peeve.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 4 ай бұрын

💯👍

@shellycupp4062 5 ай бұрын

I love listening to you and I have learned a lot. However my style is definitely very artisan Bohemian so some of the advice just doesn't fly with me but I still love listening. Thank you for your video

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

That is fine Shelly 😃 the differences are what make us unique. I am very glad you like to listen anyway 😘 I always say the best mind for style is an open one 🤗

@MsJuliadanny 5 ай бұрын

Great advice! I buy less of everything since I’m working from home. I used to buy A LOT (quality clothes) when I worked in an office and I am still selling my clothes on premium second hand shops. Luckily I invested in good, classic pieces that can be sold after years. My advice would be to buy the best one can afford, because fast fashion doesn’t have a second hand market - that is, provided it doesn’t fall to pieces after a couple of washing 😉 PS and in any case, avoid trends… last year’s trends are this year unwearable 😊

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Good quality pieces are holding their value these days Julia 😃

@vivienprice 5 ай бұрын

Hello Marie Anne! Thank you so much as always! Your videos help underline what I am doing thanks to you, and also some course corrections if I have departed from your great guidance. Funny story: I have a very nice Ralph Lauren sleeveless jacket that I don’t wear because it has a BIG embroidered logo. Why did I buy it? Because I liked everything else about it. But that logo makes it a NON! In the process of trying to take it off… not easy!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

You are very welcome Vivien 😘 best of luck with that logo

@Susanne1809 5 ай бұрын

I never wear anything that has frills which in my mind are an item only worn by (little) girls. So, frilly summer dresses are not for me 😁

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

👍

@tinalettieri 2 ай бұрын

I'm petite and I found a French made trench coat in a thrift shop last year. But it's not your typical trench. The front is very simple but the back has beautiful detailing of pleats and buttons below the waist. It is maxi length and can't be shortened because of that detail but I wear it anyway. I don't feel it overwhelms me because it is so simple and I wear long skirts a lot of the time so it looks better. I'm actually not so petite as short.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 2 ай бұрын

That trench coat sounds lovely Tina - what is the brand?

@beatrizrobinson6481 5 ай бұрын

Good morning classy lady. Wishing you a Happy New Year 2024!!! Greetings from U.S.A.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

And a Happy New Year to you too Beatriz x

@lisar915r9 5 ай бұрын

The older I get, the more i shy away from bright colors. I also never wear distressed jeans and flip flops.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

👍

@petergeorge4415 5 ай бұрын

please, do not be afraid to add a little " touch " of joy to your outfil...just a little makes a lady...looking so lovely, fresh and charming! helene :) (do not forget your smile! The BEST apparel ! ;)

@lisar915r9 5 ай бұрын

@@petergeorge4415 just a little I guess.

@edennis8578 5 ай бұрын

It could be because your coloring has softened, and you instinctively soften the colors in your wardrobe to suit. Most women lose brightness of color in their hair and skin, and sometimes even in their eyes, even before their hair goes gray. There's a woman who does youtube videos who was an intense Autumn when she was young, and now she finds that the bright oranges and rusts that suited her then don't look good on her any more. She's going through a learning curve to find out what she looks good in now. Most of us find that we need to adjust our color palette as we age, so it's totally normal.

@mar14f 5 ай бұрын

Great video...please advise where I can find the link you mentioned at the beginning, re body shape..thank you.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

In the description Mar14 x

@mar14f 5 ай бұрын

Merci

@marycampbell2250 5 ай бұрын

Amen!

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

🙏

@lucjagrabowska2726 5 ай бұрын

Marie Anne you look absolutely gorgeous!! ❤

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

Merci Lucja x

@pippade-negri8111 5 ай бұрын

Hi Marie-Anne! Wonderful video as always, can I ask what the shirt is you are wearing? It’s so beautiful and love the slightly larger collar. Been hunting for my perfect striped shirt for a long time and this one is perfect! Thank you so very much, Pippa xxx

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

It is by Cos Pippa 💙

@celesteverrill9025 10 сағат бұрын

My basic colors are black, navy, nutmeg, beige, red, blue … how to make them all match?

@lynnpetti3817 5 ай бұрын

Good advice. Love you channel. Question for anyone, I bought a fuchsia linen shirt and the silk pants to match. Love it but is it too much. Love classics but sometimes drama.

@debbiekoenig7376 5 ай бұрын

Separate them. White or black top for the pants, could be dramatic in style. Or depending on the shade of the pants perhaps a lighter tone of the same shade? Shirt could be underneath another shirt, black, white, navy with matching pants or the over shirt to a matched outfit.

@MarieAnneLecoeur 5 ай бұрын

As Debbie suggests Lynn used as separates they would be very versatile 😃