Spring dresses by Montréal's marvelous Miljkovitch
A new dress: coincides with a romantic getaway, the return of clement days, and some slow, continual wardrobe retooling. Much more has been divested than replaced, as I discover what fits with my new size and city.
I've been admiring girls in little skirts all week, but need more fabric there. And elsewhere.
Whenever I wear one of Véronique Miljkovitch's pieces I'm asked who made it. The line is offered in natural fibers (cotton, silk and cotton with some stretch) or high-end poly-jersey in interesting colours; there are occasional prints.
The dresses are as easy to wear as the current generation of Diane von Furstenberg wraps (someone will always make that versatile style), but more unusual and modern.
The draping skims what you want skimmed; there's volume but not bulk. It's hard to describe what she does: it's as if Madame Grès and Rick Owens had a baby. They are surprisingly effective on voluptuous women and make slender proportions look graceful rather than stalky. (Sizing is XS to XL.) The average price for a dress is around $250-$300.
The style below, "Anouk" is one of the best-sellers; my GF Christine has a version with longer sleeves, and it's stunning.
I tried on a number of the season's designs and loved many; I finally chose "Juliette" below. (The neckline on mine is definitely lower; that big necklace covers up the detail. The dress ties in front, adapting easily to an eased or more cinched waist.)
Big crush on this dress, too, a navy that is strict and sirenish at the same time:
For more of the Spring/Summer 2013 line, and for stores, see Vèronique Miljkovitch. One reader had a gracious response when she called the workshop to order. The online shopping site Shopgirls carry a few pieces, including the alluring "Anouk".
I've showed you the dress even before Le Duc, but it's for him that I chose it. Stepping out with your beloved in a new dress is one of life's great pleasures. Actually, going out with anybody in a new dress is fun, but you know what I mean.
I've been admiring girls in little skirts all week, but need more fabric there. And elsewhere.
Whenever I wear one of Véronique Miljkovitch's pieces I'm asked who made it. The line is offered in natural fibers (cotton, silk and cotton with some stretch) or high-end poly-jersey in interesting colours; there are occasional prints.
The dresses are as easy to wear as the current generation of Diane von Furstenberg wraps (someone will always make that versatile style), but more unusual and modern.
The draping skims what you want skimmed; there's volume but not bulk. It's hard to describe what she does: it's as if Madame Grès and Rick Owens had a baby. They are surprisingly effective on voluptuous women and make slender proportions look graceful rather than stalky. (Sizing is XS to XL.) The average price for a dress is around $250-$300.
The style below, "Anouk" is one of the best-sellers; my GF Christine has a version with longer sleeves, and it's stunning.
I tried on a number of the season's designs and loved many; I finally chose "Juliette" below. (The neckline on mine is definitely lower; that big necklace covers up the detail. The dress ties in front, adapting easily to an eased or more cinched waist.)
Big crush on this dress, too, a navy that is strict and sirenish at the same time:
And a shift that's playful, not just a rectangle:
For more of the Spring/Summer 2013 line, and for stores, see Vèronique Miljkovitch. One reader had a gracious response when she called the workshop to order. The online shopping site Shopgirls carry a few pieces, including the alluring "Anouk".
I've showed you the dress even before Le Duc, but it's for him that I chose it. Stepping out with your beloved in a new dress is one of life's great pleasures. Actually, going out with anybody in a new dress is fun, but you know what I mean.
Comments
I'm anxious to get started on a few new summer dresses for myself, but I've wanted to push forward on a translation I'm doing, and this weekend I have a house guest. Next week the machine comes out for sure!
That store you linked is fabulous. Many good ideas. Wish I could find a place with that kind of focus.
Meanwhile, have a lovely night out on the town with your Duc in your new dress, also a gorgeous garment!
While I am not ready to buy anything new just yet I will make a note of her website. Enjoy your evening out !
Do have Le Duc snap a picture of you in your new dress. I think it must be very chic on you.
Otherwise, you can see the stockists on her website to which I have also linked. (Readers, the links are in blue.) Call or visit the nearest to find out what they have.
Pseu: I keep thinking, what is it about her clothes? They are not basics but very wearable-dress I bought could go to the office. But the navy dress, I'd say no unless a woman dresses slinkily for her job. (I tried it on, divine- and thought, for special resto, wedding, party etc.)
Susan: It's really hard to find clothes like this, at least for what I can spend.
frugal: Awww. But •you• would know you looked fabulous.
mater: I see she is carried by several Paris boutiques ;)
hostess: We are going to the new planetarium, then to dinner. Is this what they mean by taking you to the stars?
My VM top is 5 yrs old and still going strong.
Dresses are great. I must make sure I wear mine more.
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