tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post3056319640570510107..comments2023-10-20T08:27:40.314-04:00Comments on male pattern boldness: Blindsided by Bargain Bedsheets or "Hitting the Ralph Lauren Mother Lode"Peter Lappinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-75669507086829530632015-07-07T10:51:54.968-04:002015-07-07T10:51:54.968-04:00Hi Peter I realize this thread is two years old bu...Hi Peter I realize this thread is two years old but if you happen to still have all that - I love it! You should sell it to me!! Just tell me what you want for it! My email is txtoydogs@yahoo.com. (Love your chis).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-41170500402319559572013-08-04T21:50:30.181-04:002013-08-04T21:50:30.181-04:00I would make a 50's or early 60's sundress...I would make a 50's or early 60's sundress or a vintage style shirt dress with that. One with a full skirt. I would wear it proudly. But I'm kind of weird and don't care if anyone else likes what I wear or not.Pattyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16780280330575387532noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-17033845254634423622013-07-28T21:58:22.743-04:002013-07-28T21:58:22.743-04:00I notice the darker shorts and pants on the runway...I notice the darker shorts and pants on the runway look overdyed. Maybe taupe, oxblood or plum. That would be cool.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14703096289021096490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-36728260097080487422013-07-09T10:05:48.792-04:002013-07-09T10:05:48.792-04:00Bedding? No way.
A woman's shirt? Absolutely ...Bedding? No way.<br /><br />A woman's shirt? Absolutely not, gross!<br /><br />A men's shirt? Absolutely GORGEOUS!<br /><br />But why not a dinner jacket? You have so much of it and you'd be able to wear it almost year round. A shirt is too predictable, IMHO.Bending Pinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01976119874086932019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-30688649306039541762013-07-09T06:16:40.420-04:002013-07-09T06:16:40.420-04:00Pants. Very cool in Australia right now. See http:...Pants. Very cool in Australia right now. See http://www.ripcurl.com.au/shop/Girls/Winter-Surfwear/Denim/springtime-cord-pant.htmlAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-61982207828170742232013-07-09T04:45:41.230-04:002013-07-09T04:45:41.230-04:00I would say
1 traditional mens waistcoat
2. Dark...I would say<br />1 traditional mens waistcoat<br />2. Dark shirt, use this for band collar and cuff accent.<br />3. Asian inspired mid.calf length vest-topped dress, with band collar. Collar, and lining in complementary color. <br />4. Knee length hammer shorts, lining optional, undies not so much.<br />5. Ascot<br />6. Pocket square.<br /><br />Just to name a fewKellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17095120834173910342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-29677295944423501692013-07-09T03:35:58.147-04:002013-07-09T03:35:58.147-04:00I adore flowery bed linen, to sleep in rather than...I adore flowery bed linen, to sleep in rather than wear. My current faves are Betty Barclay orange and purple flowers; very groovalicious.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13984755022387357252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-32699438792062445032013-07-09T02:37:26.875-04:002013-07-09T02:37:26.875-04:00Lions, and tigers, and bears, oh my . . . I'd ...Lions, and tigers, and bears, oh my . . . I'd give away the stuff after finding out that it was "no iron". Not that I am a a total nature freak, but the idea of formaldehyde- resin soaked material makes me itch just thinking about it. Even after it has been washed a few times it just never feels like real cotton to me. Still, it was such a good deal. . . Papadesdeuxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11629184020220545924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-60512844848387645022013-07-09T02:25:34.566-04:002013-07-09T02:25:34.566-04:00Some of those designer looks remind me of 1700'...Some of those designer looks remind me of 1700's outfits for men at court. Very OTT in today's look, but then considered the height of fashion. If I had those sheets I'd be making a 1770 Polonaise.Rachellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06409673383518447394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-10688384359611279762013-07-09T01:32:40.661-04:002013-07-09T01:32:40.661-04:00Patterny shirts are back after several years of ca...Patterny shirts are back after several years of candy gingham, eeew!! My man would wear that in a heartbeat!MrsC (Maryanne)https://www.blogger.com/profile/14440723067459232998noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-8757302850484321492013-07-08T23:59:19.184-04:002013-07-08T23:59:19.184-04:00I have to say I don't like the print. I loath...I have to say I don't like the print. I loathe most floral prints for clothing. The thing about this floral is that the repeating medallion floral is not at all like the fabrics being shown in the photos you selected. The new fabrics have no large bouquets of flowers, but more single blooms. It looks like drapes to me too. eljeannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-30247895132709950902013-07-08T23:46:38.408-04:002013-07-08T23:46:38.408-04:00I love the print, I think it would be cute made up...I love the print, I think it would be cute made up as a boatneck wiggle dress.-https://www.blogger.com/profile/15063031774440426289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-81385734341663108052013-07-08T22:21:09.156-04:002013-07-08T22:21:09.156-04:00I would make a kimono style robe for the summertim...I would make a kimono style robe for the summertime. Trimmed with one of the colors, with a belt in the trim color. Something to lounge around in and feel beautiful. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-44988059253883068452013-07-08T22:16:13.757-04:002013-07-08T22:16:13.757-04:00If you go back to the Salvation Army I think you&#...If you go back to the Salvation Army I think you'll find the matching drapes.<br /><br />Rather than try to tone it down I would embrace it in all its madness: a 1950's full skirt dress and a solid black bolero (3/4 sleeves) lined with this to match the dress.<br /><br />If there's anything left over, a nice Mamie Eisenhower-inspired hat to top it all off.<br /><br />Don't forget your white gloves;)<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-43615306293143296432013-07-08T21:56:05.130-04:002013-07-08T21:56:05.130-04:00Make a trench coat!Make a trench coat!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-4754665189393698132013-07-08T21:54:43.505-04:002013-07-08T21:54:43.505-04:00That print took me back to the early '90's...That print took me back to the early '90's and flower print dresses were popular. I had about 6 or8 that I would wear to work and I loved 'em! The prints like yours were my favorite. The black background had to be there for me I think because if I wasn't wearing a dress to work my clothes were usually dark brown or black or black sweater and jeans. Plus the black made the flowers stand out.<br />Cathy has enough for now. So for you, how about a floral vest and a floral lining in a jacket? If you make yourself a shirt, make it a dress shirt with contrasting solid color collar and cuffs. <br />I'm too old for the big flowers now. Oh the wheel of time rolls over us all. But I would love a slipcover for my chair or just safety pin the flat sheet to the top of my comforter. I think duvet covers are way too heavy even in winter. <br />That's a great find. okaysofihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06763169836274772051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-43760610337654135602013-07-08T21:08:00.166-04:002013-07-08T21:08:00.166-04:00I like my sheets white, crisp and heavy (cotton) -...I like my sheets white, crisp and heavy (cotton) - sanitorium style :)<br /><br />I didn't like the pattern at first, but have warmed to it and can see it as (in order of preference):<br /><br />1) a kimono for Cathy<br /><br />2) a shirt for you or Michael (if the colours work with his current season)<br /><br />3) a 50s halter dress with solid colour trims. Something like this:<br />http://www.ebay.com/itm/dress190-BLACK-PINK-FLORAL-40s-50s-ROCKABILLY-SWING-PROM-VINTAGE-DRESS-14-16-/400523041694<br /><br />Spud.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-76831038000569782052013-07-08T21:03:35.842-04:002013-07-08T21:03:35.842-04:00Loud? I don't think so. You should see my stas...Loud? I don't think so. You should see my stash, mainly chosen by Hubster. In the mid-nineties I had about 6 tea dresses, from Poem, with retro 50's bodices, and tea length full skirts. Got on sale, as the store said - they fit nobody. I add maybe nobody's taste. Such dresses are very comfortable, and are great paired with ballet flats, or flat, simple sandles. I love your fabric. I have also made retro tent dresses of similar. And would again wear with flats. Dresses here above knee. Colours rock. Cathie, in Quebec. Even summer evening wear....Cathienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-74846302873948366492013-07-08T20:20:04.192-04:002013-07-08T20:20:04.192-04:00I was about to type a really encouraging comment, ...I was about to type a really encouraging comment, but after looking at so many pictures of that pattern I fear I'm getting a migraine... (jk)... LOL... it's a bit "intense" for me, although I do have a skirt I found in the back of my closet that is classic floral-on-black (higher black-to-floral ratio than your sheets, though, so not quite as overwhelming to the eye), and if the style is coming back, perhaps I won't give it to Goodwill after all. Sorry... getting off topic...<br /><br />Personally, these sheets would keep me awake all night, so I don't think I could sleep on them.. LOL... but the pattern would work nicely as an accent piece/contrasting stripe, etc, for something else. Of course, the irony here is that you have TONS of it, so just making a dress with a floral accent seems rather silly when you've got so much of the floral. Maybe a floral dress with solid accents to break up the busy-ness? <br /><br />I'm lousy with fashion, but what about a floral sheath with solid black panels on the sides or solid black triangles (widest part of triangle near hips) whose points meet at the belly-button to give shaping? It would sort of be a "modern" take on a retro print, I think. <br /><br />I'm sure whatever you come up with will be BRILLIANT as usual! I look forward to seeing the result! What a great find! Congrats! Misadventures in Motherhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733618217432605890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-64420952523739875312013-07-08T20:06:47.838-04:002013-07-08T20:06:47.838-04:00Curtains--if you were into (loud) florals for deco...Curtains--if you were into (loud) florals for decorating. Then, again, if I had that much fabric, I'd consider making a pleated or gathered floor length skirt. I also like a floral jacket, but this print maybe just too high contrast for that.Marilisenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-31051033837322296622013-07-08T18:59:06.585-04:002013-07-08T18:59:06.585-04:00AAAaaagh! My retinas! That is a LOUD print! LOL I ...AAAaaagh! My retinas! That is a LOUD print! LOL I sent my hubby a pic of one of those suits and suggested that he could get a new suit to wear to court and I think he is still laughing. <br /><br />If I saw those sheets, I would have bought them immediately and then... torn them into 2" strips for my friend to make rag rugs out of. She loves bright colors and they are hard to find. Yeah, I know I just horrified and gave the shudders to about everyone who would wear that as clothes, I can't do it. Sooo not my aethetic. But it would make a bang-up stripe in a rug!Leigh in Portland (we are not burning down)https://www.blogger.com/profile/06372544021604211747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-20550868320788258872013-07-08T18:55:00.887-04:002013-07-08T18:55:00.887-04:00As other suggested, I'd go with a vest, or a 3...As other suggested, I'd go with a vest, or a 3/4 coat like the one on the Rick Owen runway. I'm not sure a shirt would do it justice, but a coat would be a fashion statement in itself and a vest would pop out nicely over a white shirt. <br />Katzenlylyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00777806321738469540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-26594146526942496162013-07-08T18:53:51.712-04:002013-07-08T18:53:51.712-04:00Oooff gorgeous! I would make a bombshell dress I t...Oooff gorgeous! I would make a bombshell dress I think, something with a boned bodice and possibly a 50s style skirt:)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-24074352012146269892013-07-08T18:29:19.032-04:002013-07-08T18:29:19.032-04:00So lucky! When I worked in retail I would always a...So lucky! When I worked in retail I would always admire the Ralph Lauren sheets because the fabric itself was usually of better quality than that my clothes are made from! I might try shorts from it? With underlining of course. It makes me think of Kaffe Fassett prints, which I would love to have some of.Alyssahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204598010453409678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-43731112435667173372013-07-08T18:27:48.178-04:002013-07-08T18:27:48.178-04:00Sorry, Peter. I'm not fond of this one.Sorry, Peter. I'm not fond of this one.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com