My favorite day of the year is the summer solstice. It marks the longest day of the year, which in Madrid means it’s not yet dark at 10:00 pm, signaling the beginning of summer. I’m completely enamored with Spain and sorry for talking about it endlessly (I feel you, Hilaria Baldwin).
Glad you've had a fab time in Spain. The weather in the UK has hit crazy heights of 30 + degrees Celsius this week. I kept in mind your previous tip of keeping long skirt lengths around 6 inches above the ankle. I took up a bargain- buy white muslin and lace dress and it looks so much better at that length. There's always a danger, I think, that a long cotton dress, especially in white and on an older gal, can veer towards being mistaken for a nightdress so I've experimented with wearing cropped cotton top over a strappy dress. I feel less exposed and definitely in less danger of feeling that I'm in nightwear! Young women can get away with most garments but I'm always aware of the ' mutton dressed as lamb' syndrome. Is that an expression used in the US?
Hi Jan, I love the idea of a cropped shirt over a strappy dress. Your concern about looking as though you’re in a nightdress is valid but if you keep it clean like the bias linen dress you can’t be accused of mutton dressed as lamb and yes that expression has hopped the pond! Stay cool!!!
Thanks so much Diane, so glad you enjoyed my dispatches. I was beginning to worry my enthusiasm for Spain was a bit much, but I really do love it here. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have if you ever want to plan a trip to Spain. I’m no expert, but glad to share what I know.
Glad you've had a fab time in Spain. The weather in the UK has hit crazy heights of 30 + degrees Celsius this week. I kept in mind your previous tip of keeping long skirt lengths around 6 inches above the ankle. I took up a bargain- buy white muslin and lace dress and it looks so much better at that length. There's always a danger, I think, that a long cotton dress, especially in white and on an older gal, can veer towards being mistaken for a nightdress so I've experimented with wearing cropped cotton top over a strappy dress. I feel less exposed and definitely in less danger of feeling that I'm in nightwear! Young women can get away with most garments but I'm always aware of the ' mutton dressed as lamb' syndrome. Is that an expression used in the US?
Hi Jan, I love the idea of a cropped shirt over a strappy dress. Your concern about looking as though you’re in a nightdress is valid but if you keep it clean like the bias linen dress you can’t be accused of mutton dressed as lamb and yes that expression has hopped the pond! Stay cool!!!
Jolain, following you these last couple of months has given me Spain lust. I just love Indie shops and designers. Happy Summer Solstice!
Thanks so much Diane, so glad you enjoyed my dispatches. I was beginning to worry my enthusiasm for Spain was a bit much, but I really do love it here. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have if you ever want to plan a trip to Spain. I’m no expert, but glad to share what I know.
This Bias cut linen dress from Cos is a dream!
I know that just popped up!