tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post7404249521542403322..comments2024-03-27T19:38:35.757-07:00Comments on Bag and a Beret: Thrifting tips video! and a problematic gownMelaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-58077852663763322082016-12-07T08:05:27.181-08:002016-12-07T08:05:27.181-08:00I looked at you in this dress again and I am in aw...I looked at you in this dress again and I am in awe and admiration again... So beautiful.No Fear of Fashionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10999161414598296313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-9429636500096704562016-09-02T10:04:19.743-07:002016-09-02T10:04:19.743-07:00In my non-reality reality I would be afraid of bei...In my non-reality reality I would be afraid of being dropped. Hahaha. I'd suggest a camel as transportation too but apparently it takes getting used to riding them as well. Heh. Thanks, Marilee, for this comment.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-56314509381042227522016-09-02T10:02:24.173-07:002016-09-02T10:02:24.173-07:00That's the trouble with overlap on IG and my b...That's the trouble with overlap on IG and my blog. But I don't post often here... Hahaha. It was fun picking out what she was going to put in the pockets and we weren't sure how to film it convincingly. It's hilarious that the scarf and tissue she pulled out she just put in the other pocket. Next time you come we'll do more video too! I look forward to it.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-4248092220119609952016-09-02T10:00:12.585-07:002016-09-02T10:00:12.585-07:00Anna, we would welcome you with open arms! You kno...Anna, we would welcome you with open arms! You know that!! The process is everything, and while I enjoy the finds afterwards as reminders, nothing beats the time spent with my friends. Thanks for your comment. I look forward to meeting you one day.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-67737064145987092512016-09-02T09:57:20.194-07:002016-09-02T09:57:20.194-07:00Anna truly made that Skirt come alive - I just kne...Anna truly made that Skirt come alive - I just knew she would. Everyone has put their own unique spirit into the project and it has grown beyond anything I could think of. Thanks so much for your comment, Cherie.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-65847683406233060252016-09-02T09:55:31.140-07:002016-09-02T09:55:31.140-07:00Oh yeeeeah, a limo and a chauffeur. Of course! Why...Oh yeeeeah, a limo and a chauffeur. Of course! Why didn't I think of it?! Hahaha. The music, when I found it I knew it was perfect. Thanks for this positive energy.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-31799034413748734342016-09-02T09:54:35.929-07:002016-09-02T09:54:35.929-07:00You are always welcome to join our thrifting exped...You are always welcome to join our thrifting expeditions! And the chow-down afterwards. Heh. We work up an appetite. But yes, so much fun. Thanks, Judith. Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-46457798967423873822016-09-02T09:53:22.179-07:002016-09-02T09:53:22.179-07:00I don't know - Patsy and Edina are pretty stif...I don't know - Patsy and Edina are pretty stiff competition. But we could maybe be the opening band. Hahaha!! Suzanne and Sue were absolute stars! Thanks, Anja. This is absolutely a unique dress and I'm so glad Suzanne spotted it.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-1997304070321179252016-09-02T09:51:26.304-07:002016-09-02T09:51:26.304-07:00Pao, these are excellent suggestions! I can't ...Pao, these are excellent suggestions! I can't believe how many good ideas have come out here. I like a draping option. Especially an asymmetrical one because the stripes are all wonky. And I like that I could return the dress to its original length in emergencies. Heh. Thanks, Pao!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-10229150009515899092016-09-02T09:49:17.107-07:002016-09-02T09:49:17.107-07:00Suzanne picked this out for me and my first though...Suzanne picked this out for me and my first thought was, hmm, that's a little body con, isn't it? But the patterns and colour completely hooked me. She's a genius. These days I could wear something too long, especially with towering heels. I'm becoming a wuss. Suzanne and Sue too were stars!! Thanks for commenting, Andrea.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-39413547139798045482016-09-02T09:46:41.547-07:002016-09-02T09:46:41.547-07:00BWHAHAHA!! That kick starter campaign would be hil...BWHAHAHA!! That kick starter campaign would be hilarious! If it went well I could afford a Rolls to go with it. Hahaha. Brilliant idea. <br />Thrifting with friends is so much fun. Truly. The day went by in a flash. <br />Thanks so much for this great comment.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-812519550453135642016-09-02T09:44:41.421-07:002016-09-02T09:44:41.421-07:00Thank you for stopping by, Yuliana, and this wonde...Thank you for stopping by, Yuliana, and this wonderful comment. You would look STUNNING in this dress. I try to capture a little of everything in life. Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-6741861960968219582016-09-02T09:43:40.369-07:002016-09-02T09:43:40.369-07:00I like the idea of a hook over the finger. You com...I like the idea of a hook over the finger. You commenting bunch are so creative! I love it. Thanks, Elizabeth! Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-24446291118289102332016-09-02T09:42:20.453-07:002016-09-02T09:42:20.453-07:00My friends are such huuuuge enablers and hams. Hah...My friends are such huuuuge enablers and hams. Hahaha. Thanks, Becky! Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-22395387254967801542016-09-02T09:41:45.177-07:002016-09-02T09:41:45.177-07:00Yes, I've thought of that route. One big outin...Yes, I've thought of that route. One big outing to remember, or more if the cleaners make it possible. I love your feedback.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-57954678180049230932016-09-02T09:40:47.910-07:002016-09-02T09:40:47.910-07:00Thanks, Wendra! Thanks, Wendra! Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-8082119873954607642016-09-02T09:40:32.594-07:002016-09-02T09:40:32.594-07:00Suzanne and Sue were schtars!! We didn't know ...Suzanne and Sue were schtars!! We didn't know for sure how that scene would come out but I love it in the end. Hahaha. I'm waiting for your videos, Hollie...!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-17061127231662924342016-09-02T09:39:17.181-07:002016-09-02T09:39:17.181-07:00Hm, you are really good at the harem pant makeover...Hm, you are really good at the harem pant makeover. That's is a very interesting concept to think about for this dress - so unexpected! And it would make the dress fun for daytime wear without being all Look at me! Look at me! Those designers seem to like floor-sweepers. I see those palazzo pants recently with sidewalk sweepers - GROSS!!! Really, that's just gross, and then you swipe it all over the floor after. Hahaha. No!! <br />But you live in such a beautiful place, Sheila! You are not stuck. You are planted and thriving. Visiting you will be a Proper and Wonderful trip. Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-55878529925681900042016-09-02T09:36:05.623-07:002016-09-02T09:36:05.623-07:00Heh, thanks, Natalia. The hem is a danger which is...Heh, thanks, Natalia. The hem is a danger which is only compounded by the shoes. I wouldn't wear this as is for those reasons as well. Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-42755875128159905242016-09-02T09:34:28.586-07:002016-09-02T09:34:28.586-07:00Oh said it! Magic widgets. Where are they when we ...Oh said it! Magic widgets. Where are they when we want them. You've just reminded me, a flying carpet with cushions would work well too. Heh. Thanks, Sabina, for the inspiration.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-44044032851077134992016-09-02T09:33:31.363-07:002016-09-02T09:33:31.363-07:00I think it's because of the hem that I like it...I think it's because of the hem that I like it, but it's also because of it that I feel stuck. Oh well. Thanks for commenting!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-60566111481331479882016-09-02T09:32:49.144-07:002016-09-02T09:32:49.144-07:00Hahaha, Julie. Yes, that's really why I bought...Hahaha, Julie. Yes, that's really why I bought it. I just felt so damnably good in this dress. Like a little glass of orange juice as a pick-me-up. I'd like to move in it but there is the danger of shattering that illusion as well. Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-52643524629083144682016-09-02T09:31:05.597-07:002016-09-02T09:31:05.597-07:00Thank you for your compliment on the video! I love...Thank you for your compliment on the video! I love editing and every time I do it I think/hope I'm learning something new to improve the result. I think you might like it.<br />I love your idea of the clips and pins and I NEVER THOUGHT OF IT. Hahaha. You are my substitute brain. Cutting seems so vicious and permanent and I'd love to keep the option of letting it down. Thanks, Greetje!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-49435837801823625572016-09-02T09:28:41.905-07:002016-09-02T09:28:41.905-07:00You are so right about the joys of good tailoring....You are so right about the joys of good tailoring. And your elastic to the neckline would be helpful as well, not just for the dress but the under things as well. Thanks, Elaine.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-38177884889219760082016-09-02T09:26:41.691-07:002016-09-02T09:26:41.691-07:00One hundred US(!) dollars? I'm going to be ric...One hundred US(!) dollars? I'm going to be rich, RICH. I'll get on it! Haha. Anna Wintour, I can't picture that she would enjoy being touched, even by strong men. Maybe I have her all wrong! I don't know about her past either... 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