Black poncho, cream trousers

23 January 2013

Here we are again with black and white….. According to Suzanne, B&W is going to be a big hit this spring and summer. Boy, am I ahead of things. LOL
This poncho was made by a young designer from Young Designers United (YDU). It is adorned with black Swarovski crystals. A very simple and effective design.

As usual I tend to overdo things like adding a necklace and such. Luckily I hear Chanel’s voice more and more, saying: “when in doubt, leave out the last accessory”. I have to take that a step further and leave out the last two accessories.
I am striving for classic with a modern twist. Not for “more is more”. OK, OK… I can hear you think…. sometimes I do like “more is more”. Call me fickle, I am a woman.

Starting the photos with the best result in my opinion. Which is without a collar shirt and with long boots.
As we go along you will see the poncho with a poloshirt and the poncho with a necklace and patent leather shoes. The latter are really nice, but not in this outfit (too many focus points).

Nicely covering my bum and creating hips.

Of course there is an animal in the pictures. Can you see my cat Sophie, on the right from the brown pot, hiding underneath the bushes?

Above: with a polo shirt.
Below: with polo shirt, necklace and patent leather shoes. Too much.

Hope you enjoyed my journey.
Greetje

62 responses to “Black poncho, cream trousers”

Dixie Lincoln-Nichols

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

Awesome poncho Greetje! You can create so many looks with it. I especially like it with the boots. I’m a big wearer of ponchos an oversized sweaters in the cold season. I think you pulled it off nicely with your slim figure.http://www.dixiebeauty.com

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
  
  Actually, so far this is the only look I managed to create…. I am not very good at creating combinations, but getting better.
  
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silvergirl

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

Black and white always looks amazing and I wish I could make myself wear it more oftenBrett

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
  
  I wish I could make myself wear it less….
  
  Reply
Anonymous

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

The poncho makes your shoulders too, big, therefore makes your head look small. The one with shirt and jewellery draws attention away from shoulders, and although you think it is too much, I think it is better. Patski x

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
  
  I have this illusion that people will put my broad shoulders down to the top and not think that I actually have them (which I do by the way).
  
  Reply
Anonymous

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

I really like the poncho! But without the collar, necklace, or patent booties. As Nanne says, it is a statement piece and does not need any extras. Try your white boots in place of the tall black ones. Your legs will look a million miles long and the poncho will stand out even more. I left you a message on the 40+Style Blog under the shoes post. You and I both like Alexander Wang. Here is my new “plan” for my trip to Holland. First, you and I will go shopping for shoes in Antwerp. Then we will go to your house where I will have to sit in the courtyard to sip my red wine because I am now terrified of spilling it inside your house. Apparently you and red wine do not like one another. So I will keep my glass far away. 🙂 But you can entertain me with magic tricks (using your top hat and pink bunny!) while Charlie chases Sophie – after Sophie falls out of the tree of course. And Anja can be there to sketch it all so I can have that scene framed to hang on my wall. Such happy memories! LOL! USASuzanne

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
  
  And the white boots are summer boots. Cannot use them for this winter outfit.
  
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2. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
  
  This is a terrific idea which we have to execute in steps. First we will start in my garden with the wine while I sit at a proper distance but within reach of talking. After we have exchanged lots of details about our lives (probably will take a day or even two) we can head up to f.i. Antwerp. If we do it the other way around we will never do any shopping because of all the yapping.How about end of June? Anja will be back in Holland, Sylvia might be visiting parents then and you can easily book a flight as well.
  
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3. Tanguera/Anja
  
  February 23, 2019 at 5:43 pm
  
  I will gladly come over to join in in the company and fun AND to sketch the scene;-)
  
  Reply
4. sylvia @ 40PlusStyle
  
  February 23, 2019 at 5:43 pm
  
  That sounds great! Can I come too?
  
  Reply
sylvia @ 40PlusStyle

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

I like the poncho a lot. I love a bit of structure and it gives me a japanese style vibe (which is a good thing). From these pictures I like the top outfit the best. But I don’t think you have given the booties a fair chance. Wear them as you do the first outfit but then replacing the booties with the booties. Then let me decide.

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
  
  I will upload your suggestion to the Style Forum of 40plusstyle.com But I am not so sure. I think the trousers are too tappered for the shoes.
  
  Reply
Sacramento Amate

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

Love those boot, wowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
  
  Thanks. And they are comfortable too.
  
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vogueandheels

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

You look great! I love the outfit and the boots.-Vogue&Heelsvogueandheels.wordpress.com

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
  
  Thank you Vogue&Heels. We aim to please…
  
  Reply
Tanguera/Anja

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

As you already know I am NOT a fan of B&W combinations, but in this case you wear it well. I am also not a fan of huge, sturdy poncho’s (like Marianne), but again: in this case you wear it well. I prefer the first look, with boots and without the white collared shirt underneath. I really dislike these combinations with collared shirts under; in dutch I would call that ‘tuttig’. And please, please….DON’T try it with white boots!!!! Hahaha!

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
  
  Wow, you like it even with all the dislikes. And I agree with all your choices. It took me a while but I arrived at the same point.
  
  Reply
Marianne van den Berg

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

I am sorry I don’t like the poncho because the fabric is too massive. Like it stands on his own when you put it on the floor. Can you tie a leather belt around it You look like spongebob, are you going to throw me out of your circle of friends now. But I still love you.

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1. anja van der Vorst
  
  February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm
  
  I’m with you, Marianne, on this one.
  
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  1. Greetje
    
    February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
    
    Tssss…. ganging up on me, the two of you….. Well, I am throwing out clothes I do not feel fabulous in this year, so this one will have to go….
    
    Reply
2. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 5:43 pm
  
  Darling, you may comment whatever you want. If I couldn’t take criticism I should not be blogging. As long as people are commenting on my outfits and not saying nasty things about me personally, I can really take it.
  
  Reply
Nanne

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

I actually like the poncho! It’s really a statement item. I would love to see it with jeans, your brown boots and a leather belt for a slightly more casual vibe, I think that might look good:)

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 5:43 pm
  
  I never thought of that Nanne. Thanks. You prove to have great tips.When I tried jeans before, they made the outfit rather dark, which is why I chose cream trousers instead. But if I add brown (cognac) boots and a brown belt I might get a more interesting look.
  
  Reply
The Style Crone

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

Black and white is always chic, which is an adjective I would use to describe you. The design of the poncho is interesting and unique, coming and going. Who could resist the crystal details?

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 5:43 pm
  
  Hmmmm “interesting and unique”…
  
  Reply
josep-maria badia

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

Nice outfit, always a good solution white and black. It’s a bit medieval, but elegant. I prefer it with boots and without necks.

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 5:43 pm
  
  Strange how I seem to have rather a lot of medieval outfits. Apparently I quite like that style (contrary to you haha).
  
  Reply
Dixie Lincoln-Nichols

February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

Awesome poncho Greetje! You can create so many looks with it. I especially like it with the boots. I’m a big wearer of ponchos an oversized sweaters in the cold season. I think you pulled it off nicely with your slim figure.http://www.dixiebeauty.com

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1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 23, 2019 at 4:22 pm
  
  Ah.. Dixie, you added a photo to your reply. Nice.
  
  Reply
Anonymous

February 2, 2013 at 8:14 pm

The poncho makes your shoulders too, big, therefore makes your head look small. The one with shirt and jewellery draws attention away from shoulders, and although you think it is too much, I think it is better. Patski x

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  February 3, 2013 at 6:39 pm
  
  I have this illusion that people will put my broad shoulders down to the top and not think that I actually have them (which I do by the way).
  
  Reply
silvergirl

January 25, 2013 at 6:43 am

Black and white always looks amazing and I wish I could make myself wear it more oftenBrett

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 25, 2013 at 4:03 pm
  
  I wish I could make myself wear it less….
  
  Reply
vogueandheels

January 25, 2013 at 4:20 am

You look great! I love the outfit and the boots.-Vogue&Heelsvogueandheels.wordpress.com

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 25, 2013 at 4:02 pm
  
  Thank you Vogue&Heels. We aim to please…
  
  Reply
Sacramento Amate

January 24, 2013 at 7:52 pm

Love those boot, wowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 25, 2013 at 12:31 am
  
  Thanks. And they are comfortable too.
  
  Reply
sylvia @ 40PlusStyle

January 24, 2013 at 6:09 am

I like the poncho a lot. I love a bit of structure and it gives me a japanese style vibe (which is a good thing). From these pictures I like the top outfit the best. But I don’t think you have given the booties a fair chance. Wear them as you do the first outfit but then replacing the booties with the booties. Then let me decide.

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 24, 2013 at 10:13 am
  
  I will upload your suggestion to the Style Forum of 40plusstyle.com But I am not so sure. I think the trousers are too tappered for the shoes.
  
  Reply
Dixie Lincoln-Nichols

January 24, 2013 at 2:54 am

Awesome poncho Greetje! You can create so many looks with it. I especially like it with the boots. I’m a big wearer of ponchos an oversized sweaters in the cold season. I think you pulled it off nicely with your slim figure.http://www.dixiebeauty.com

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 24, 2013 at 7:58 am
  
  Actually, so far this is the only look I managed to create…. I am not very good at creating combinations, but getting better.
  
  Reply
Dixie Lincoln-Nichols

January 24, 2013 at 1:54 am

Awesome poncho Greetje! You can create so many looks with it. I especially like it with the boots. I’m a big wearer of ponchos an oversized sweaters in the cold season. I think you pulled it off nicely with your slim figure.http://www.dixiebeauty.com

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 24, 2013 at 10:18 am
  
  Ah.. Dixie, you added a photo to your reply. Nice.
  
  Reply
Tanguera/Anja

January 23, 2013 at 11:53 pm

As you already know I am NOT a fan of B&W combinations, but in this case you wear it well. I am also not a fan of huge, sturdy poncho’s (like Marianne), but again: in this case you wear it well. I prefer the first look, with boots and without the white collared shirt underneath. I really dislike these combinations with collared shirts under; in dutch I would call that ‘tuttig’. And please, please….DON’T try it with white boots!!!! Hahaha!

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 24, 2013 at 7:56 am
  
  Wow, you like it even with all the dislikes. And I agree with all your choices. It took me a while but I arrived at the same point.
  
  Reply
Anonymous

January 23, 2013 at 10:54 pm

I really like the poncho! But without the collar, necklace, or patent booties. As Nanne says, it is a statement piece and does not need any extras. Try your white boots in place of the tall black ones. Your legs will look a million miles long and the poncho will stand out even more. I left you a message on the 40+Style Blog under the shoes post. You and I both like Alexander Wang. Here is my new “plan” for my trip to Holland. First, you and I will go shopping for shoes in Antwerp. Then we will go to your house where I will have to sit in the courtyard to sip my red wine because I am now terrified of spilling it inside your house. Apparently you and red wine do not like one another. So I will keep my glass far away. 🙂 But you can entertain me with magic tricks (using your top hat and pink bunny!) while Charlie chases Sophie – after Sophie falls out of the tree of course. And Anja can be there to sketch it all so I can have that scene framed to hang on my wall. Such happy memories! LOL! USASuzanne

Reply
1. Tanguera/Anja
  
  January 24, 2013 at 12:54 am
  
  I will gladly come over to join in in the company and fun AND to sketch the scene;-)
  
  Reply
2. sylvia @ 40PlusStyle
  
  January 24, 2013 at 5:05 am
  
  That sounds great! Can I come too?
  
  Reply
3. No fear of fashion
  
  January 24, 2013 at 7:54 am
  
  This is a terrific idea which we have to execute in steps. First we will start in my garden with the wine while I sit at a proper distance but within reach of talking. After we have exchanged lots of details about our lives (probably will take a day or even two) we can head up to f.i. Antwerp. If we do it the other way around we will never do any shopping because of all the yapping.How about end of June? Anja will be back in Holland, Sylvia might be visiting parents then and you can easily book a flight as well.
  
  Reply
4. No fear of fashion
  
  January 24, 2013 at 8:55 am
  
  And the white boots are summer boots. Cannot use them for this winter outfit.
  
  Reply
Nanne

January 23, 2013 at 10:10 pm

I actually like the poncho! It’s really a statement item. I would love to see it with jeans, your brown boots and a leather belt for a slightly more casual vibe, I think that might look good:)

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 23, 2013 at 10:34 pm
  
  I never thought of that Nanne. Thanks. You prove to have great tips.When I tried jeans before, they made the outfit rather dark, which is why I chose cream trousers instead. But if I add brown (cognac) boots and a brown belt I might get a more interesting look.
  
  Reply
The Style Crone

January 23, 2013 at 9:33 pm

Black and white is always chic, which is an adjective I would use to describe you. The design of the poncho is interesting and unique, coming and going. Who could resist the crystal details?

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 23, 2013 at 10:31 pm
  
  Hmmmm “interesting and unique”…
  
  Reply
josep-maria badia

January 23, 2013 at 9:27 pm

Nice outfit, always a good solution white and black. It’s a bit medieval, but elegant. I prefer it with boots and without necks.

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 23, 2013 at 10:31 pm
  
  Strange how I seem to have rather a lot of medieval outfits. Apparently I quite like that style (contrary to you haha).
  
  Reply
Marianne van den Berg

January 23, 2013 at 8:28 pm

I am sorry I don’t like the poncho because the fabric is too massive. Like it stands on his own when you put it on the floor. Can you tie a leather belt around it You look like spongebob, are you going to throw me out of your circle of friends now. But I still love you.

Reply
1. No fear of fashion
  
  January 23, 2013 at 8:56 pm
  
  Darling, you may comment whatever you want. If I couldn’t take criticism I should not be blogging. As long as people are commenting on my outfits and not saying nasty things about me personally, I can really take it.
  
  Reply
2. anja van der Vorst
  
  March 26, 2014 at 2:01 am
  
  I’m with you, Marianne, on this one.
  
  Reply
  1. Greetje
    
    March 27, 2014 at 7:12 pm
    
    Tssss…. ganging up on me, the two of you….. Well, I am throwing out clothes I do not feel fabulous in this year, so this one will have to go….
    
    Reply

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