tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post5011836746394101747..comments2024-03-04T20:05:59.474+01:00Comments on MaiTai's Picture Book: Choosing Fleurs d'Indiennes!Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-72758623734439869312013-07-14T12:45:59.126+02:002013-07-14T12:45:59.126+02:00Many congratulations on your first H scarves! You ...Many congratulations on your first H scarves! You have chosen wisely, they sound wonderful. Wishing you much fun building your collection, and finding those treasures which make your heart sing!MaiTaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02256110739626579757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-13077055776079875262013-07-13T07:25:02.621+02:002013-07-13T07:25:02.621+02:00I've bought my first few now and I've disc...I've bought my first few now and I've discovered my personal rule, based on internalizing the rules here: The scarf must make your heart SING. Nothing less will do. I bought one that looked great online but found the white was too bright for my wardrobe when I got it: but I love it so much I found a way to balance it with a shirt I had been ready to toss (also very bright white). And the whole thing together looks incredible -- better than I could have imagined. I also just picked up "Parures de Maharaja" in orange (with blue accents) -- something louder than I usually wear -- because I could not shake how gorgeous it looked. And it just works: it looks wonderful on me and it makes me giddy every time I see it, even though it's somewhat irrational to love such an unusual combination of colors. I've tried being rational, but that just doesn't seem to work for H for me -- it's on a whole different level.<br /><br />It all blends, it works, and it's because they feel like Christmas to me every time I see them. Anyway, that's my new personal rule. :)<br /><br />Thanks for the wonderful advice -- you gave me the courage to buy my first H scarves!<br /><br />--AAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-74955895442745164522012-04-13T18:07:52.558+02:002012-04-13T18:07:52.558+02:00Oh what a great point, dear Gina! A have quite a f...Oh what a great point, dear Gina! A have quite a few wardrobe items which 'belong' to certain scarves, LOL. Happy scarf and clothes shopping to you!MaiTaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02256110739626579757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-6468055509832160522012-04-13T16:08:07.322+02:002012-04-13T16:08:07.322+02:00Thanks! The "color axis" diagram was he...Thanks! The "color axis" diagram was helpful. I used to just fold the end with the tag toward the center, now I check the axis and see which color I want to show more of. <br /><br />Finally figured out the way to decide if I really LOVE a scarf. (Trying to more carefully edit my purchases in the French fashion.)<br /><br />A scarf you LIKE will go with several things in your closet and is pleasant. A scarf you LOVE...<br />you will buy a dress to go WITH that scarf! (Just ordered a butter colored sheath to go with Equitation Japonaise! Hee hee!)<br /><br />Thanks for your posts! They ROCK! GinaGinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06455499283266839606noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-22686287764743850742012-04-03T18:51:16.763+02:002012-04-03T18:51:16.763+02:00Belated twin hugs to you, dear liness!Belated twin hugs to you, dear liness!MaiTaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02256110739626579757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-89560988101957250302012-04-03T18:50:45.254+02:002012-04-03T18:50:45.254+02:00Gina, I've still seen a few around lately, goo...Gina, I've still seen a few around lately, good luck on the hunt! The giant carré (140 x 140) is stunning too, btw ;)MaiTaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02256110739626579757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-4417807565536967212012-04-03T16:41:28.083+02:002012-04-03T16:41:28.083+02:00This one is going on the list of "must acquir...This one is going on the list of "must acquire".<br />The colors are gorgeous and the design just makes me smile!Ginahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06455499283266839606noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-1552391689800663752011-03-15T22:17:59.978+01:002011-03-15T22:17:59.978+01:00Hi scarf twin. I have to agree, this particular o...Hi scarf twin. I have to agree, this particular one has a lot of versatility. It is in high rotation and hopefully it will remain so! Great choice!liness92https://www.blogger.com/profile/07146823867337119589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-65406473420597892882011-03-14T12:12:54.726+01:002011-03-14T12:12:54.726+01:00Here’s to scarves, the miracles they perform, and ...Here’s to scarves, the miracles they perform, and the joy they give us, my dear Lilian.<br /><br />Thank you, chère lifeatmyfingertips!<br /><br />So nice to be twins with you, dear duchess :)MaiTaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02256110739626579757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-45419277552543630162011-03-09T14:04:07.439+01:002011-03-09T14:04:07.439+01:00I too bought this colourway in January. I was no...I too bought this colourway in January. I was not immediately drawn to it; but once I saw it tied I loved it.<br /><br />I too like to keep an open mind.No Sacrifice Bagshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14768755519910407042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-66659555526136853662011-03-06T05:56:56.602+01:002011-03-06T05:56:56.602+01:00This is stunning - a beautiful burst of lovely col...This is stunning - a beautiful burst of lovely colours =) I cannot wait to see it in action! xxlifeatmyfingertipsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-75072154099669628322011-03-04T23:39:58.833+01:002011-03-04T23:39:58.833+01:00Dear MT, as I am very dedicated to panache-like we...Dear MT, as I am very dedicated to panache-like wearing of scarves, please do believe that your blending-in is much more demanding, so many details to think about and talent for putting the things together plays a huge role! On the other side, I only put a scarf over whatever dull colour and the bright scarf makes a miracle. However, I would much more prefer to blend in, if I only knew the how-to-way from beginning to the end! I have made a certain improvement, however my outfit often breaks on some details (too heavy, too dark, too light, too-whatever). Therefore, I am already in the first row in audience to watch your scarf playtime. LilianLiliannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-52429083260990622192011-03-04T17:55:59.567+01:002011-03-04T17:55:59.567+01:00You are the kindest soul, my dear Scarf Enthusiast...You are the kindest soul, my dear Scarf Enthusiast, thank you for your lovely sweet words. I so enjoyed going into details with this one, and had to think of you, as I know you do too. There is so much scope in this scarf.. I have to restrain myself, or else this blog will turn into 'Ode to the FdI'! x<br /><br />So thrilled you like it, my dear Trudye! The ASW was one of the first knots I tried, it comes out magnificently! Playtime with this one is such fun, it’s hard to stop.. works beautifully with some of ‘our’ wardrobe pieces! x<br /><br />Many thanks, my dear V.O., so lovely to share here with you. Hope you'll like the action pics too :)<br /><br />The Pour Sortir is such a beauty, dear Lilian, and so great that you have found ‘the one’! I very much like the ‘panache’ style, it always looks fabulous (my scarves might get jealous for always having to blend in, lol) and it might be an interesting style challenge for me! Hope you will enjoy the upcoming playtime pics :)<br /><br />Thank you, my dear sushi queen, so happy you like Ms Turquoise! Hope your local will get some other CWs for you to try soon, and happy future scarf shopping trips!MaiTaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02256110739626579757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-15430635350977798652011-03-04T17:48:40.863+01:002011-03-04T17:48:40.863+01:00Fingers crossed, dear Lenka! It would be lovely to...Fingers crossed, dear Lenka! It would be lovely to become twins with you :)<br /><br />Your comment made me smile, dear Melusine, as it is spot on re the bracelets and being my new favourite! Playtime pics to come soon :)<br /><br />Very true re the bright CWs, which is why I almost gave up hope when the olive and chocolate ones did not suit me the way I hoped.. Pls keep me posted if the upcoming pics will change your mind ;-)<br /><br />You are so generous and sweet, my dear DB, many thanks and mwahs to you x<br /><br />If only I had enough bleu/white wardrobe pieces to justify Ms Bleu/Porcelaine, dear booksnchocolate, but so happy to be cousins with you, congrats again! Between us scarf sisters, we seem to have almost every CW covered, making me fantasise about a FdI meet-up..oh the fun we’d have!<br /><br />Hope it will join the other beauties of your collection soon, dear Scarf Addict! The fuchsia hem is almost impossible to resist ;-)MaiTaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02256110739626579757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-91016235967436853712011-03-04T17:47:28.003+01:002011-03-04T17:47:28.003+01:00Thank you for sharing my joy, dear Deja Pseu, zipp...Thank you for sharing my joy, dear Deja Pseu, zippitydodaaa, Blighty, Reese, EmilyB, markdownmaven, AngelaB, Maedi, StellaRossa, CS, Bon Chic Bon Genre, Lenka, Melusine, A, DB, booksnchocolate, Scarf Addict, Scarf Enthusiast, Trudye, Dr.V.O., Lilian and sushi queen,and for giving Ms FdI such a warm welcome <3 <br /><br />Merci, Deja Pseu!<br /><br />So glad you like it, zippitydodaaa :-)<br /><br />Thank you, Blighty x<br /><br />Looking already forward to team her with Spring clothes, dear Reese!<br /><br />Congrats on Ms Red/White, dear EmilyB. Cousin hugs to you!<br /><br />Many thanks, dear J :)<br /><br />I think you might be right re the wonder scarf, dear AngelaB! Fingers crossed it will arrive at your local soon.<br /><br />Congrats, dear Maedi! The khaki (followed by chocolate) was on top of my list, but did not work out with my skin tone as well as I hoped. Merry cousin hugs to you x<br /><br />Lucky you, dear Stella Rossa! I have seen the pictures, they are so amazing. Thank you for the info :) Hope they will select the FdI for their website colouring demonstration too.<br /><br />Same here, dear CS, so thank god for rule #5! If you get a chance to take a second look, I’d love to hear what you think!<br /><br />Woohoo, the cousin club is growing! Congratulations on Ms Chocolate, dear Mia!! Your questions re mixing prints is a true challenge, as it is something I very rarely do. I would make sure there is at least some element which ‘ties’ both scarves together, be it a rapport of colours or pattern. Gracekelly has done a fabulous guest post on the subject some time ago, hope you’ll some find inspiration there.http://www.maitaispicturebook.com/2010/11/maximizing-on-gavroches-by-guest-author.html Good luck!MaiTaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02256110739626579757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-25467106860466786662011-03-04T09:08:28.873+01:002011-03-04T09:08:28.873+01:00Such a beautiful choice of scarf, MaiTai - I have ...Such a beautiful choice of scarf, MaiTai - I have looked at the design (only the pink/red one available at my local H so far...). Can't wait to see playtime pics! The decision process is so intelligent and I will be printing this out for future scarf shopping trips!sushi queenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04825384192039316323noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-1967608044960399642011-03-03T21:32:24.889+01:002011-03-03T21:32:24.889+01:00I must say I have had a lot of ups and downs decid...I must say I have had a lot of ups and downs deciding about the scarf which is in numerous colours, busy and random pattern (horses, not flowers, but anyhow) similar to Fleurs - finally I bought Pour Sortir and I am happy with it. However, I use it as a colour celebration, panache, and it is bit easier than to embed it into a balanced and stylish outfit. Therefore, I am very intrigued about how you will use your Fleurs, as I know your style will surely include making a symphony using a scarf, whereas my scarf is "an independent star" over grey, black or dark blue clothes. My previous words actually show how challenging this task would be for me and that I am only a little pupil of the great teacher, with a huge part of the style road to travel yet. Hugs, LilianLiliannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-29997378868205490112011-03-03T20:59:05.122+01:002011-03-03T20:59:05.122+01:00MaiTai, my dear! Once again, it is a sublime treat...MaiTai, my dear! Once again, it is a sublime treat to see a new scarf literally unfold through your visionary eyes. Can't wait to see how you work it! XOXODr. V.O.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-62312690305937379402011-03-03T20:17:10.772+01:002011-03-03T20:17:10.772+01:00Such a wonderful choice,dear MT! I am looking forw...Such a wonderful choice,dear MT! I am looking forward to what you decide to model the FI with.This really could become the next magic scarf.I would love to see this in the<br />ASW knotting.One thing I know for sure...you will TOTALLY rock whatever you decide:)Happy playing!<br />T xxTrudyehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00967743037457007381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-60174917998874403682011-03-03T16:16:22.431+01:002011-03-03T16:16:22.431+01:00My dearest MaiTai,
Congratulations and a happiest ...My dearest MaiTai,<br />Congratulations and a happiest welcome to the gorgeous Ms. Fleurs d'Indiennes, what a special beauty! I truly love and am so very grateful for this amazing lesson you're giving us. First you taught us the indispensable guiding principles, now you show us how they work in this fantastic step-by-step application and illustration, and then…you're going to let us see it all come together in action with your beautiful, magical playtime! Thank you so much, dear MaiTai, you're giving us a tremendous gift. Sending you all my love and warmest, sunniest hugs xxScarf Enthusiasthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15814349650510551068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-26216019765471181312011-03-03T16:08:53.540+01:002011-03-03T16:08:53.540+01:00Congratulations MaiTai - this is a beautiful desig...Congratulations MaiTai - this is a beautiful design - one I hope to buy soon. I am amazed at how the colours in your cw7 work and thank you for showing how you worked it all out!@Scarfie1https://www.blogger.com/profile/02766756621527104499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-6128438459474794412011-03-03T15:26:22.055+01:002011-03-03T15:26:22.055+01:00Oh you got FdI in turquoise! One of my choices but...Oh you got FdI in turquoise! One of my choices but as you already know, this cw didn't work out for me.I'm sure it'll look gorgeous on you and I can't wait to see what you'll pair it with. Congrats on a gorgeous scarf!booksnchocolatehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08225024048796141359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-55985725048430671672011-03-03T12:46:46.724+01:002011-03-03T12:46:46.724+01:00With your innate sense of style its hard to imagin...With your innate sense of style its hard to imagine you could put a foot wrong....and with this new beauty you definately prove once again your immaculate sense of style! Top marks, every box well and truly ticked, can't wait to see it on you as I know it will look just wonderful against your luminous complexion!<br /><br />DB xxxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-78472452867307883942011-03-03T12:40:09.867+01:002011-03-03T12:40:09.867+01:00Interesting choice, MaiTai ! I have discounted thi...Interesting choice, MaiTai ! I have discounted this one as I don't like 'flowery' scarves and some of the colourways are very bright. Can't wait for your modelling pictures - I bet you change my mind.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6529262281526104323.post-83093016568399552802011-03-03T10:29:08.315+01:002011-03-03T10:29:08.315+01:00Wow, what a truly gorgeous scarf! I love this Mai...Wow, what a truly gorgeous scarf! I love this MaiTai and think the colours are simply stunning! I can't wait to see what wonderful combinations and knots you come up with. It will go with your horn bracelet as well as with your turquoise enamel. This might be my new favourite scarf of yours! :)<br /><br />Melusine xMelusinenoreply@blogger.com