tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post6982577295297183895..comments2024-03-28T03:40:29.423-04:00Comments on Passage des Perles: Spring dresses by Montréal's marvelous MiljkovitchDuchessehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-81359101942349372772013-05-17T22:54:08.106-04:002013-05-17T22:54:08.106-04:00On me drapey things make me look like I'm the ...On me drapey things make me look like I'm the Queen Mum or wearing a crumpled paper bag. I'm too short and round for this style. I think they look best on taller, thinner women.<br />DiverchicAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-34084795986672075952013-05-17T17:32:11.428-04:002013-05-17T17:32:11.428-04:00birdiebegins: Grr, fading black. I've re-dyed ...birdiebegins: Grr, fading black. I've re-dyed with success and some people do it all the time. There is a superior black dye offered on the net:<br />www.blackestblack.comDuchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-444407371132138122013-05-17T15:43:01.818-04:002013-05-17T15:43:01.818-04:00Love those drapey dresses! I got a black knit cott...Love those drapey dresses! I got a black knit cotton one with an interesting pouch-like drape at the front from the neckline to the waist. It sounds dreadful but was actually really flattering. I wore it regularly for a couple of years before it faded from washing.<br /><br />Dresses are great. I must make sure I wear mine more. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-87864153124166874222013-05-17T11:48:28.008-04:002013-05-17T11:48:28.008-04:00Beth: It's not on the site anymore, but I'...Beth: It's not on the site anymore, but I'll "model' it for you sometime.Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-86204541422527042192013-05-17T11:39:48.155-04:002013-05-17T11:39:48.155-04:00You're right - I looked at all the collections...You're right - I looked at all the collections and she's fabulous, a master draper and designer! What top did you buy five years ago?Bethhttp://www.cassandrapages.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-44135207212216810632013-05-17T08:13:30.984-04:002013-05-17T08:13:30.984-04:00Tiffany: I'm so happy to hear that; this is a ...Tiffany: I'm so happy to hear that; this is a major reason why I write the blog- to introduce women to resources.<br /><br />My VM top is 5 yrs old and still going strong.Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-22436968327232536732013-05-17T02:25:30.826-04:002013-05-17T02:25:30.826-04:00I bought a dress and a top from her after you ment...I bought a dress and a top from her after you mentioned her a few years back - still love them. And she was delightful - phoned me in Australia so she could take my payment details. I may just have to get another dress ...Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11536212906241844509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-12910713303233601502013-05-16T15:29:56.753-04:002013-05-16T15:29:56.753-04:00Beth: I'd say this is master class level, work...Beth: I'd say this is master class level, working with drape and that fabric, whew. I don't consider these dresses overpriced (like some of our local designers) and she has sales at her studio in the wonderful BELGO Buuilding, 372 Ste.- Catherine O.Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-85492750885136557612013-05-16T12:51:00.528-04:002013-05-16T12:51:00.528-04:00These are fabulous. I'm more of a sewer and th...These are fabulous. I'm more of a sewer and thriftshop buyer than a buyer of designer fashions, but I like these very much. There are a couple of new books on learning to drape fabric - maybe this will be an incentive for me to buy one! The fabric stores up on St. Hubert offer a lot more choices than I ever had in Vermont.Bethhttp://www.cassandrapages.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-6685691062496012152013-05-16T12:04:27.123-04:002013-05-16T12:04:27.123-04:00rubi: Have fun and show us what you whip up!
Pseu...rubi: Have fun and show us what you whip up!<br /><br />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.)<br /><br />Susan: It's really hard to find clothes like this, at least for what I can spend.<br /><br />frugal: Awww. But •you• would know you looked fabulous.<br /><br />mater: I see she is carried by several Paris boutiques ;)<br /><br />hostess: We are going to the new planetarium, then to dinner. Is this what they mean by taking you to the stars?<br /><br />Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-45855450359504588882013-05-16T11:55:25.522-04:002013-05-16T11:55:25.522-04:00spacegeek: I have already linked to Shopgirls, the...spacegeek: I have already linked to Shopgirls, the only online site I can find who carry some of her pieces. <br /><br />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.Duchessehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986153653120526776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-66293437206518872872013-05-16T11:35:28.332-04:002013-05-16T11:35:28.332-04:00Like Deja, I love the Navy one! Where might I fin...Like Deja, I love the Navy one! Where might I find/online to purchase?? :-)spacegeek33https://www.blogger.com/profile/01765730326502142549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-63573190355064496122013-05-16T10:10:38.249-04:002013-05-16T10:10:38.249-04:00Her designs are so interesting and flattering.
Wh...Her designs are so interesting and flattering. <br />While I am not ready to buy anything new just yet I will make a note of her website. Enjoy your evening out !<br />Do have Le Duc snap a picture of you in your new dress. I think it must be very chic on you. hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-76150353750264601612013-05-16T09:42:10.105-04:002013-05-16T09:42:10.105-04:00Oh, j'adore that navy dress -- I've Pin(te...Oh, <i>j'adore</i> that navy dress -- I've Pin(terest)ed it, and would love to get my own or another from Miljkovitch. Maybe in the fall. . . it's on my wishlist.<br />Meanwhile, have a lovely night out on the town with your Duc in your new dress, also a gorgeous garment!materfamiliashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16062766947897513369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-6578309454332740232013-05-16T09:13:12.548-04:002013-05-16T09:13:12.548-04:00If I got a new dress--or new anything--my husband ...If I got a new dress--or new anything--my husband wouldn't even notice. Ah well.<br /><br /><br />That store you linked is fabulous. Many good ideas. Wish I could find a place with that kind of focus.frugalscholarhttp://frugalscholar.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-30497121379173947202013-05-16T09:11:17.500-04:002013-05-16T09:11:17.500-04:00These are lovely and interesting at the same time!...These are lovely and interesting at the same time! And, I agree with you that it is special to step out for a night on the town in a beautiful new dress (especially on the arm of someone you love). Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12756033682201519150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-77324993898326598292013-05-16T08:35:23.706-04:002013-05-16T08:35:23.706-04:00I really love that navy number! That's the kin...I really love that navy number! That's the kind of dress that would have some staying power in the wardrobe, so even if it's not worn frequently would still earn its keep over time.Susan Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16005855250089328310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2872918251244874644.post-11424501215893038542013-05-16T07:32:27.025-04:002013-05-16T07:32:27.025-04:00Those are lovely options, Duchesse. I hope you get...Those are lovely options, Duchesse. I hope you get to wear yours for many happy outings.<br /><br />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!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com