Category Archives: Wardrobe

Outfit of the day 07/03/17

Posted on 07/03/2017 by The Librain

What a gorgeous day! It really feels as if Spring is here. We did go out today and, as we drove along, I felt uplifted to see daffodils, crocuses and tiny green buds on the hedgerows at the side of … Continue reading →

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Wardrobe planning #09: Scarf colourways

Posted on 06/03/2017 by The Librain

One of the things that makes Hermès’ scarves unique and so sought after is the designers’ and colourists’ use of colour. It is not simply that the colours are beautiful, which of course they are, but that interesting and unusual … Continue reading →

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Outfit of the day and purchases 03/03/17

Posted on 03/03/2017 by The Librain

Yesterday’s trip made me feel very happy and so pleased that we had done something special for once. But it did take a lot out of both of us. I am so tired today, although I did manage to get … Continue reading →

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Special day 02/03/17

Posted on 02/03/2017 by The Librain

Exactly 30 years ago today, it was a Monday, I came home from working in my two school libraries, flung myself down on the sofa and kicked off my shoes. It was the day after half term. The year before, … Continue reading →

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Outfit of the day 01/03/17

Posted on 01/03/2017 by The Librain

There has been a lovely feeling of spring in the air today and I really wanted a trip out. Unfortunately, when your family lives with high levels of stress, as we do on a daily basis, there are occasional “altercations” … Continue reading →

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Outfit of the day 28/02/17

Posted on 28/02/2017 by The Librain

Well, I am back posting properly again – the last three posts had been written in advance and scheduled. WordPress is a great blogging platform. In fact, some of you may remember that I developed a whole school library website, … Continue reading →

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Wardrobe planning #08: Choosing and buying designer scarves online

Posted on 27/02/2017 by The Librain

If you have been following this blog, you will certainly be clear that I love scarves. I think that I have made that pretty obvious. You will also be clear that I have a developing passion for rather special, often … Continue reading →

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Scarf of the moment: L’Arbre du Vent

Posted on 24/02/2017 by The Librain

I adore the gorgeous colours and the complex pattern of L’Arbre du Vent. This scarf was designed by Montserrat Gonzalez-Lugo for Hermès’ Autumn/Winter 2015 season. The design is versatile and ties beautifully because all four corners are very different, showcasing a … Continue reading →

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Wardrobe planning #07: My scarf journey – from market stalls to Hermès

Posted on 20/02/2017 by The Librain

Over the past six weeks, I have written about how I select colours and clothes for my wardrobe, now that I have retired from work. As you have seen, because of my lifestyle, poor health and weight fluctuations, I tend … Continue reading →

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Outfit of the day 17/02/17

Posted on 17/02/2017 by The Librain

Today’s outfit was very similar to the clothes I wore to the hospital on Tuesday. The weather has got quite a lot warmer and I don’t need the heavy navy wool jumper – layers are much better in England in … Continue reading →

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