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08-13-2022 11:38 AM
@Carolina925 wrote:When I was still working, I had lots of George Simonton and Louis Del'Olio fashions. They were beautiful, I think, well made. I wouldn't have any use for many of them now since my "fashion sense" consists of jeans and tees now but it would be nice to have some "go-to" outfits in the closet for special occasions. I don't do joggers, leggings, and that sort of thing, probably because my body wouldn't like them, but I do like to look pulled together in my jeans and wearing PJs in public just doesn't appeal to me.
@Carolina925 Because I live in a college town....I always know when the students are back. They wear their PJs everywhere. Guess that's the dress code. 🤷🏻♀️
Since I am retired now...I dress casually...jeans, tees, nice sweaters, etc. But I will never wear my Jammies to Walmart, the grocery stores, the bank...or anywhere other than home. Just doesn't work for me.
08-13-2022 11:45 AM - edited 08-13-2022 11:51 AM
There was a story on Inside Edition last night about how people are dressing - dressing down - way down - on airplanes. And how people used to dress up when flying. I understand casual but not sloppy. And not PJs. The theory was in part that seats are so much closer together.
I think QVC features too much in the way of PJ/leisure/workout clothes too but it must sell. I do really like Susan Graver's clothes.
I don't dress like I did when I was working in suits and dressier business attire.
If I need something dressier I like t Macy's or Karen Kane, Nordstrom. Nice clothes are still out there.
08-13-2022 11:49 AM
I loved Victor Costa. Still have a few of his pieces.
08-13-2022 12:12 PM
@diney j I have 2 Victor Costa matte jersey, I think, dresses I bought in 2004.
Exact same dress, sleeveless, knee length simple straight dress. A black and a navy. I wore the navy to my niece's wedding. They were either $37.50 or $38.50 a piece. Still look good, they don't wrinkle, aren't pilled.
I wore those things to work for years. I can't tell you how many times they have been worn and washed.
08-13-2022 12:40 PM
I clicked onto Dennis Basso a few days ago . Courtney (sp?) was host, wearing a dark green blazer with matching slacks. She looked beautiful. I have no need for an item like that. If anyone still worked in a office position it would be great. A classic. Made me long for years gone by. It probably would work with jeans if one were inclined.
It is not needed for my retired lifestyle. I do not like seeing pj s worn in shopping locations though. I cannot keep from being suprised unless it is a toddler of course
08-13-2022 12:46 PM
@IMW Yes! I remember Victor Costa! I was just looking at two bejeweled jean jackets of his that are still in my closet. And a sweater coat in delphinium blue with white embroidery. Still wear these items. Fit, quality, class.
I agree about the good designers of the past. I have Bob Mackie items from years ago that are still current and beautiful.
08-13-2022 01:03 PM
Well from the remarks here about being retired and not needing the classic clothes like we wore in the past, I think the OP's remarks have been answered. And since, IMO, the bulk of QVC's customers are retired or close to retirement age, I don't see the likes of the designers mentioned ever returning.
08-13-2022 01:09 PM
08-13-2022 01:13 PM
They are making clothes thinner, cheaper to compensate for increased shipping and manufacturing costs. It's hard to find tops warm enough for cold weather wear.
While rummaging in a closet a couple weeks ago, I ran across a Bob Mackie tee still in its original plastic bag. The fabric is a beautiful print and soft and substantial. It has a square neckline that is actually interfaced so it'll keep its shape. How long since you've seen that? The body of the shirt actually has shape and is accented by 3 vertical rows of grosgrain ribbon.
I treasure my older tops for their quality.
08-13-2022 04:52 PM
Some of the items you mentioned can still be had at affordable prices at Macys (Calvin Klein, Alfani, Bar iii) & and Kohl's to some extent. Dressing in general has become more casual, so retailers carry more of what sells.
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