As you know, I found lots of good stuff, like my black and white striped jacket and my yellow summer jacket with yellow/blue blouse. But the “piece de la resistance”, to use a French expression, is my tuxedo. It is not something you can wear a lot or combine easily. But I liked it so much, I could not bring myself to leave it in the shop (that happens a lot, I admit). Besides, there is no need to wait for a party. My motto is: if it looks nice, wear it. And so I did…. to the office. My colleagues are used to my “over the top dressing” by now.
As Anja is back in town, she took the photos in her garden. Anja is a colourful and creative person, as many of you know. She has painted her shed and turned it into a holiday resort. Perfect background.
Anja’s backgrounds are never dull.
I’ve always loved tuxedos, so your post is a delight for me. Your poses are fabulous and always a dash of humor. Plus a lovely background!
Love that outfit. Those pants are great.
Thanks Marla. I tried to find your blog but was unsuccessful.
Love it!! Those pants are awesome. I happen to be partial to drawstring pants. Great look.
They are so comfortable. Ideal for a diner as I always “extend” one size after an evening meal. Which is very difficult and awkward.
I love your motto Greetje! I think I need to live by it too 🙂 Love this outfit and you pulled it off really well. Love the action shots of you pulling weeds :)Alicewww.happinessatmidlife.com
I thought that last photo would bring a smile on your face..
Thank you Patti. Never had one, but I am ready for a party now.
Smoking hot Greetje is your description here my friend…..but I would love to see your long gams in a skinnier pair of pants!! :-)Rebecca http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
So does Josep-Maria. But I am all for variation.
And you keep telling us that you have no butt!! I beg to disagree…Lovely tuxedo, so unique. I especially like it when you have the jacket closed. I’m sure you can combine the jacket with your other clothes as well. Kudos for wearing it to the office; I’m all for wearing your good clothes as often as possible!
I am currently a bit behind with my favourite blogs, Greetje, but finally made it!
First, I am very impressed by your new layout and especially the size of your photos which makes a huge difference.
Your tuxedo is WOW, I really love it! And your trousers are probably made of a very soft fabric? Very stylish look!
Annette
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Yes, the trousers feel like pajamas. My husband thinks they look a bit common haha. Probably has the same taste as Josep-Maria who didn't like them either. Never mind.
I am still updating my new blog. Work in progress.
Doing a good job!
Beautiful in your very, very cool pants. Love the drape, and the stipe is such a nice surprise. Perfect for your white tuxedo jacket.Looks like you need to be taken out for a lovely dinner and perhaps a little theater …Sweet kitty bomb, and I always find it helpful when my photographer shows me from the back, bending over. Classic pose, I thought. Good to be able to do it in heels!
Yes, getting everywhere in heels, thanks to fitness class twice a week. (Not on heels though. LOL)
About the butt…. looks can be deceiving and never trust a photo.Kudos is getting to be a popular word. LOL It stems from a Greek word and is internet slang meaning respect and recognition. For those who don’t know. (I had to look it up.)I also like it best when the jacket is closed but those darned breasts keep getting in the way. I am just reading an article in the Dutch Elle with the subject:Fashion and teat, never the twain shall meet, hahaha. So true.
super cool outfitlove the jacket and the pants are terrificI can see so many ways to style thisBrett
Please tell, because I don’t see many ways.
Smokin' in your tuexedo, Greetje! I love the detail of the bronze (leather?) stripe and the herringone print on the pants.
Actually, the stripe isn't leather but sequins.
Oh I love a woman’s tuxedo – I am looking for one right now! You look fab, thanks for linking up to Visible Monday.
I like this smoking and you are so right to wear it to the office, every day is a party when you feel like it. How about the purple top,I prefer it when you don’t see the drawstring and the booties or are they too heavy.
What has the drawstring to do with booties? And which booties?
The drawstring is the waistband of your trousers. I mean that I like it better when your top falls over it, like the purple one. And the booties I mean the black ones, I thought it would be more smoking like when you wear a closed shoe.
Aha… Hmmm.. must try that top. The boots are just too hot. As these trousers and the jacket are for warm weather.
I’m surprised too, that Joseph Maria does not like this outfit. Indeed no problem at all and kudoos to him for being honest, just the way you like it;-). I like it very much; indeed stylish and elegant. And whenever you feel to make a comeback for some more weeding, you are most welcome. I will gladly take pictures from your royal behind then, dear;-).
Like that word “kudoos”. Took me a while before I knew what it meant. LOLThank you for addressing my behind as royal haha. And no, I do not come over. There is enough weed in my own garden.
Those tuxedo pants are awesome! I’ve been seeing tuxedo pants around a lot and wanted to see how they would look as an outfit. You just ROCKED this look. This is the Best outfit I have ever seen you in. Oh, and great minds think alike (right), since I did a black and white post today. I’m going to hurry and add you link, if that ok? Everyone needs to see how to wear tuxedo pants and have the perfect white jacket.
Of course it is OK, but I also did a post about my black and white striped jacket, remember? Which is very similar to yours.But I leave it up to you. Linking is ALWAYS good.
Fabulous always,GreetjeXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Thank you Sacramento. I like it a lot as well.
I totally agree with your motto…and if you feel nice, the day goes on in a better way! Beautiful jacket, but…who is Anja? ( if you like to tell ). Amusing photos the last two! They reveal you have a great sense of humor…
Anja is my friend and next door neighbour. She is the one who made the drawings in my post “just for a laugh” about trying on bathing suits.She is also the one that introduced me to Sylvia of 40plusstyle.comAnd about the last two photos… the more laughs I can get, the better.
Great outfit! The smoking jacket – no wonder you couldn’t leave it behind. It’s so elegant, and those pants with the side detail are the perfect match. Great backdrop. I have a few of those “pulling the weeds” shots too! LOL. Have a great week.
Thank you Melanie. Fun that you left another comment. Much appreciated.
Greetje, I love reading your blog because besides having a great style, you make me laughed!!!!!I’m voting for the elegant photo as my favorite so far!!!Besides that one I love the one that you are squatting down because it looks like fun and you also look quite stylish.The outfit remind me of the amazing Yves Saint Laurent take on the tuxedo.I must also add that you and Anja are a great team.
We aim to please haha.
Greetje, this look not like much, sorry. The white jacket with black top, I like, and I think it could work well with other pants, they do not like and I’ve looked long. I hate to say I do not like 🙁
See… I don’t know you well enough. I thought you would like this and call it stylish. But no, you don’t.Never mind Josep-Maria. I rather have you giving me your honest opinion than just flattery. The more I will appreciate it when you do like an outfit. Still love you.
Smokin' in your tuexedo, Greetje! I love the detail of the bronze (leather?) stripe and the herringone print on the pants.
Actually, the stripe isn't leather but sequins.
I am currently a bit behind with my favourite blogs, Greetje, but finally made it!
First, I am very impressed by your new layout and especially the size of your photos which makes a huge difference.
Your tuxedo is WOW, I really love it! And your trousers are probably made of a very soft fabric? Very stylish look!
Annette
Join my giveaway: Fabulous clutch
Lady of Style
Yes, the trousers feel like pajamas. My husband thinks they look a bit common haha. Probably has the same taste as Josep-Maria who didn't like them either. Never mind.
I am still updating my new blog. Work in progress.
Doing a good job!
super cool outfitlove the jacket and the pants are terrificI can see so many ways to style thisBrett
Please tell, because I don’t see many ways.
Smoking hot Greetje is your description here my friend…..but I would love to see your long gams in a skinnier pair of pants!! :-)Rebecca http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
So does Josep-Maria. But I am all for variation.
About the butt…. looks can be deceiving and never trust a photo.Kudos is getting to be a popular word. LOL It stems from a Greek word and is internet slang meaning respect and recognition. For those who don’t know. (I had to look it up.)I also like it best when the jacket is closed but those darned breasts keep getting in the way. I am just reading an article in the Dutch Elle with the subject:Fashion and teat, never the twain shall meet, hahaha. So true.
And you keep telling us that you have no butt!! I beg to disagree…Lovely tuxedo, so unique. I especially like it when you have the jacket closed. I’m sure you can combine the jacket with your other clothes as well. Kudos for wearing it to the office; I’m all for wearing your good clothes as often as possible!
Beautiful in your very, very cool pants. Love the drape, and the stipe is such a nice surprise. Perfect for your white tuxedo jacket.Looks like you need to be taken out for a lovely dinner and perhaps a little theater …Sweet kitty bomb, and I always find it helpful when my photographer shows me from the back, bending over. Classic pose, I thought. Good to be able to do it in heels!
Yes, getting everywhere in heels, thanks to fitness class twice a week. (Not on heels though. LOL)
Anja’s backgrounds are never dull.
Thanks Marla. I tried to find your blog but was unsuccessful.
I thought that last photo would bring a smile on your face..
Love it!! Those pants are awesome. I happen to be partial to drawstring pants. Great look.
They are so comfortable. Ideal for a diner as I always “extend” one size after an evening meal. Which is very difficult and awkward.
I’ve always loved tuxedos, so your post is a delight for me. Your poses are fabulous and always a dash of humor. Plus a lovely background!
Love that outfit. Those pants are great.
I love your motto Greetje! I think I need to live by it too 🙂 Love this outfit and you pulled it off really well. Love the action shots of you pulling weeds :)Alicewww.happinessatmidlife.com
Thank you Patti. Never had one, but I am ready for a party now.
Those tuxedo pants are awesome! I’ve been seeing tuxedo pants around a lot and wanted to see how they would look as an outfit. You just ROCKED this look. This is the Best outfit I have ever seen you in. Oh, and great minds think alike (right), since I did a black and white post today. I’m going to hurry and add you link, if that ok? Everyone needs to see how to wear tuxedo pants and have the perfect white jacket.
Of course it is OK, but I also did a post about my black and white striped jacket, remember? Which is very similar to yours.But I leave it up to you. Linking is ALWAYS good.
I’m surprised too, that Joseph Maria does not like this outfit. Indeed no problem at all and kudoos to him for being honest, just the way you like it;-). I like it very much; indeed stylish and elegant. And whenever you feel to make a comeback for some more weeding, you are most welcome. I will gladly take pictures from your royal behind then, dear;-).
Like that word “kudoos”. Took me a while before I knew what it meant. LOLThank you for addressing my behind as royal haha. And no, I do not come over. There is enough weed in my own garden.
Oh I love a woman’s tuxedo – I am looking for one right now! You look fab, thanks for linking up to Visible Monday.
Greetje, I love reading your blog because besides having a great style, you make me laughed!!!!!I’m voting for the elegant photo as my favorite so far!!!Besides that one I love the one that you are squatting down because it looks like fun and you also look quite stylish.The outfit remind me of the amazing Yves Saint Laurent take on the tuxedo.I must also add that you and Anja are a great team.
We aim to please haha.
I totally agree with your motto…and if you feel nice, the day goes on in a better way! Beautiful jacket, but…who is Anja? ( if you like to tell ). Amusing photos the last two! They reveal you have a great sense of humor…
Anja is my friend and next door neighbour. She is the one who made the drawings in my post “just for a laugh” about trying on bathing suits.She is also the one that introduced me to Sylvia of 40plusstyle.comAnd about the last two photos… the more laughs I can get, the better.
Greetje, this look not like much, sorry. The white jacket with black top, I like, and I think it could work well with other pants, they do not like and I’ve looked long. I hate to say I do not like 🙁
See… I don’t know you well enough. I thought you would like this and call it stylish. But no, you don’t.Never mind Josep-Maria. I rather have you giving me your honest opinion than just flattery. The more I will appreciate it when you do like an outfit. Still love you.
Great outfit! The smoking jacket – no wonder you couldn’t leave it behind. It’s so elegant, and those pants with the side detail are the perfect match. Great backdrop. I have a few of those “pulling the weeds” shots too! LOL. Have a great week.
Thank you Melanie. Fun that you left another comment. Much appreciated.
I like this smoking and you are so right to wear it to the office, every day is a party when you feel like it. How about the purple top,I prefer it when you don’t see the drawstring and the booties or are they too heavy.
What has the drawstring to do with booties? And which booties?
The drawstring is the waistband of your trousers. I mean that I like it better when your top falls over it, like the purple one. And the booties I mean the black ones, I thought it would be more smoking like when you wear a closed shoe.
Aha… Hmmm.. must try that top. The boots are just too hot. As these trousers and the jacket are for warm weather.
Fabulous always,GreetjeXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Thank you Sacramento. I like it a lot as well.