One of the most comfortable outfits I've ever assembled. The marinière has been worn every week since the day I got it back in January and it still stays just as new, only softer, which proves to be a very good investment. I had to go 2 sizes up because french sizing is kinda unusual (or is it just Saint James?) and I prefer it loose and not too cropped. I've created many ensembles using this classic piece and I'm still excited every time I pull it out, thinking of what new combo I can come up with.
My sister gave me this tote last month but I've never used it until today to go meet up with a friend. It's from the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle. Lately, I've been preferring small cross body bags but lurking a camera around town requires bigger volume so this tote comes in handy. I can tell I will get a lot of use out of it in the future, especially when school starts again. And how cute are the dinosaurs skeletons? (There are 3 of them ^^)
I acquired these ballerines last week during the sale. They are ridiculously comfy and have a nice sheen to them. Last pair in black, so glad I tried them on because they are one size smaller than my usual size, I was bored waiting for friends so I figured why not?
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| Marinière, Saint James - Pants, Maje - Ballerines, Mango - Tote, gifted |
As for the pants, I got them from the Maje outlet, 30% off. They are so incredibly comfy, 2 plies of pure cotton softness. It's something I could wear to go to bed at night and straight out of the house the next day - my definition of a good piece of clothing. However, they are a pain to take care of, super delicate so I have to hand wash them and be very careful of how I walk or where I sit in order not to ruin them :|
i love that dinosaur tote; i am a total sucker for things like that...
ReplyDeleteYesss, it's so so cute :)
DeleteI've been thinking of getting a Saint James mariniere but there isn't a store here that I can try on the sizes first. Which style should I get? I tend to get mine from Petit Bateau and I have to buy L for an oversized look but I thought I'd give Saint James a try. I love your outfit! This would be my everyday summer ensemble.
ReplyDeleteHello, I normally wear size 36 but for this shirt I bought size 40, I didn't try it in smaller sizes or my "normal" 36 so I can't tell. I tried the 44 one that was on display and just went down until I was happy with the fit. And from my imagination, any size lower than that would have a shorter, cropped body on me.
DeleteAs for the style, my marinière is in the style HuitrièreII, which has 3/4 sleeves, navy/cream, jersey, with shorter, more fitted torso, perfect for chilly/cold european weather (ughhh, which lasts until now, so saddd). I tried on the Minquiers 10 which is an unisex style and the fabric is lighter but it looks way too big even in the smallest size and the fit doesn't flatter my body but I know it's a favorite for many bloggers out there. I've never tried on the ones from Petit Bateau so I can't compare it for you, maybe next time when I stop by one of their store :))
Sorry I'm not being very helpful because I don't buy clothes if I can't try it on.