You have seen part of this outfit combination when it was featured on the blog for the first time. For today’s blog post I combined the wide black trousers with the soft yellow jumper differently. I changed the black boots for white trainers, used a different necklace and thought the striped earrings with the red button were a perfect excuse to add a red bag. That’s the reasoning behind the styling and everything was already in my wardrobe.
Below: As I wrote last week, it began to rain minutes after Ron and I started the photo shoot in an almshouse courtyard. I only have two photos of the first minutes.
Below: I expected the absence of wind in the courtyard. Not really. Wind and rain upset my hair so it upsets me.
Below: The entrance to the almshouse courtyard.
Below: A few metres before the courtyard entrance, I spotted another one, but I have no idea where this leads to and whether it is accessible for random people to walk through.
Below: In preparation of the post, I envisioned the outfit to look like this. I tugged the jumper down while in real life it rides up a bit. I held my belly in, straightened my back and stood wide legged to emphasise the shape of the trousers. (The colour of the jumper in this photo is the right colour in real life.)
Below: And off we went to restaurant De Dakkas, which is sort of a greenhouse on top of a 6 stories high car park. Big windows, high up which means a lot of natural light, no wind, a WC to check the hair and a nice cappuccino.
Below: Artistic photo by Ron.
Below: Soft yellow and a soft (hint of a) smile. I love the repetition of the stripes in the necklace and the earrings (the latter by Lara Design). The black and white necklace with two tiny yellow beads is by Angela Caputi. I love her statement necklaces. I tried about five other necklaces and as soon as I put this one on, I knew it was perfect for the outfit. It is that moment when you look in the mirror and immediately think YES.
Below: The leather trainers are Ama-Brand. Ron orchestrated this sitting pose.
Below: And this one.
There weren’t many opportunities for different backgrounds. Winter photo shoots are hard for an amateur with no money.
What happened in my life this week
Poor dog Watson had a set-back and is scared again at night. He doesn’t want to go outside for a pee after 6 PM. So sad and worrying.
Saturday I had an appointment with a wig and hairpiece shop, Jennifer Hoeve. I went to get information but they were so good, showing me the right hairpiece (hair topper) in the right colour, that I bought it on the spot. It is made with real hair and cost a pretty penny. Fortunately, I knew the price of such a thing, so I was prepared.
Below: This is what my own hair often looks like. Of course I “fluff it up” by backcombing the hair at the top, but the slightest whiff of wind will destroy the result immediately. Which is why I have to “do” my hair several times during a photo shoot as I want to look as nice as possible.
Below: This is the hairpiece I bought. On the left you see the inside, the gauze with six little combs which you click onto your own hair. It looks like a giant spider. On the right the hairpiece sitting on my hand. It is cut and styled after my own hair. I have a simple hairstyle and a fringe makes things easier too.
Below: This is what I looked like when I got home that Saturday morning with the hairpiece on. Can you see how happy I look?
I have to say that I still need a bit of practice to get used to it and have it styled immaculately, but that is a matter of time.
A few days later I cut the fringe a little more. The hairdresser in the shop didn’t dare cutting it any further after several warnings by me not to cut the fringe too short haha. After all it is a hairpiece, the hair doesn’t grow anymore.
Apparently, I can wear it all day, every day without damaging my hair but I won’t do that. I bet bald women don’t wear their wig at home either. It is not that the hairpiece hurts or anything. It is like having a ponytail or wearing a couple of hairclips (which is what it is, after all). Most of the time I don’t even feel it. We will see how I’ll get on with my extra hair and whether it is indeed not hot in summer, as they claim it isn’t. But you can be sure that I’ll be wearing it every photo shoot from now on. No more whimpering “My hair! My hair!”
Sunday was a day of blogging and practicing getting the hairpiece on and off.
Monday my doctor looked at my pinky, which has become a trigger finger again. We decided that injections were not going to solve it, so I now have an appointment for an operation with an excellent surgeon who operated on Ron’s hand too. He specializes in hands.
In the early afternoon Loes and I had a photo shoot. She immediately saw there was something different about my hair. After a short shoot (it was freezing cold) we had coffee/tea and cakes.
Later that afternoon I met Helga for a drink in restaurant De Roemer.
Below: Helga. My goodness, this woman looks good. She is 69 but if you say 40 or even less, you’d believe it too. Helga also immediately saw there was something different about my hair. I told her about the hairpiece, something she doesn’t need at all. She has thick, wavy hair. We always have such good laughs and that Monday afternoon was no different.
Below: Wearing the same jumper on Tuesday as is featured in this post, but with wide jeans, bright yellow shoes and a green necklace with a blue lapis lazuli pendant. In this photo I don’t wear the hairpiece but I backcombed my hair. Plus, no wind in the bedroom.
Wednesday the electrician came to check on our light spots in the bathroom. We have had them since 1995, which is remarkably long and now one of them broke down. We thought, we’d better change them all as they were apparently at the end of their lifecycle. The electrician gave the broken-down spot a gentle touch and it worked again! Amazing. That was quick and cheap.
Just think, when there would be no craftsmen anymore, no advice and no service, just the internet and online ordering…how expensive would that be?
Another advice matter happened with buying batteries for our landline telephones (we still have one for emergencies). They needed new rechargeable batteries so I went to the hardware store and picked up a couple of packages. As I was about to pay, the guy behind the counter (whom I have known since 1995) said: “Did I hear you mention they are for a telephone?” When I agreed, he changed the batteries for a different kind and said: “You had the wrong ones. They are rechargeable but they are not suitable for telephones.”
Had I ordered them online, it would have taken me so much time and effort to find out that there are different types of these batteries. I dread the day normal shops are gone because internet pushed them out of business.
Thursday I had my first Mensendieck appointment to get me sitting, standing and walking straight. Got instructions for the first sets of exercises. Alas, he doesn’t guarantee a smashing result.
Later that morning I saw Misja (blog MisjaB) for coffee in town. And yes, there were cakes. Life of a pensionada (me) is pretty good.
Below: Misja. She had shortened her trousers to make them into a fashionable cropped style. Wearing Dries van Noten booties.
Below: I was wearing this outfit. (Link to original post with this outfit.)
Friday I visited Selma in The Hague. We chatted the whole afternoon and visited some shops but didn’t buy anything. Totally good afternoon.
Below: Selma in her gorgeous coat.
Greetje
Thank you for showing us your hairpiece – it’s very cool and really makes a big difference to the look of your hair (and your confidence, I bet). Your friends are so stylish!
I am not a fan of the lemon jumper – it sits too high and the colour is rather “meh.” You look so good in wide-legged trousers, but utterly badass (a good thing) in your leather-look trousers, Greetje!
I always shop in person to make sure I get what I need!
My confidence has always been quite good heh heh heh (imitating Mel here). But not having to worry about the hair is lovely and relaxing.
This outfit isn’t a favourite of mine, not by a long shot, but I have to create different outfits with clothes from my wardrobe. Not everything will pan out perfectly.
And the trousers are leather not leather-look. My only real ones.
I just realized that I hadn’t commented on your post this week, and that will never do! I love your post this week with the gorgeous outfits, your chic friends and Ron’s interesting poses. While I think you hair is lovely, I’m so glad you were able to find a hairpiece that looks so natural.
I do hope Watson in improving. We are having similar problems with our dog who is afraid of loud noises like thunder and fireworks. This week my husband was walking her past the local hockey rink where a game was going on, and she was terrified by the sound of the puck hitting the boards. She got out of her harness and ran all the way home. Today when he took her in the same direction she lay down on the ground and refused to go any further!
Here;s hoping that with patience and love we can help our dogs overcome their fears.
Don’t you worry about commenting. Life often gets in the way, I know.
Sounds like your dog is doing exactly the same as our Watson. What a relief that she arrived safely home after running away. Just think what could have happened with all the traffic.
No idea whether this is ever going to get better. At least you know what she is afraid of. I bet you can train that with a dog psychologist. We don’t know what Watson is afraid of.
I really like the yellow sweater. It looks good with the black pants and the jeans. Nice necklaces too.
Your friend Helga’s outfit is wonderful. She looks great in it.
Selma’s coat is gorgeous! It looks very soft.
Good luck with your finger. When does the surgery happen?
P.S. Not a cooking post on my blog this week. You might like the amaryllis photos. You obviously love color and plants, which is why I mention it. I wish that I could wear amaryllis (difficult to imagine in reality, but the colors).
I love showing my dear friends and their outfits on the blog. It gives some variety.
No idea when the surgery on my finger will happen. The 4th of February I am having my first consult. One of the questions I have is, how long does it take to heal? As I have a little city trip to Paris in March and one to Milan in May.
I cannot find your blog as the link doesn’t work and when I type it in my browser, I get an error too.
I’m not sure what is up with the link. Apologies for that. I just tried it in my browser and it worked, but that probably doesn’t mean anything.
Here’s the URLfor the amaryllis post: https://seasaltandsailorstripes.com/interiors-amaryllis/
I hope that it works if you copy and paste it.
I see that you have another post, so I’m off to read it.
Yes the link worked, I saw your post and commented. Such a pretty flower, very glamorous.
I love the look, I love the pattern of the pants and the color and design of the sweater. The necklace is also very cute. I really like it and I think the combination of colors in the outfit is very elegant. I love Helga’s look, it’s very daring, I also love Selma’s coat.
I always think that as soon as trainers (sneakers) are added, an outfit goes from elegant to nonchalant. But, it is the fashion these days. It is nice to show my friends on the blog as well. They are all into clothes, although there are a few exceptions to that rule.
Aren’t you a brave one, Greetje, sharing your hairpiece story …and educating so many of us about them. I know it will give you that extra assurance for photos and a lot less hassle as well. Looks so good, and still very much you! Put away those scissors…I used to cut the hair on my dolls and a teddy too! 🫢
After comparing the two versions wearing that yellow sweater ( jumper)
I think the former one with the bright shoes and jeans is my favourite. It’s the contrast, and likely your necklace, which I love.
Although Ron isn’t terribly excited about taking photos, he does have a great eye for composition… pass it on from this someone who took many art courses in university..and learned so much from one especially talented prof! Of course, his talent is proven with those wonderfully quirky books for your granddaughter. Love Selma’s coat…like a beautiful warm hug.
I know I always show the good photos and never the 100 photos which make me look less pretty. But I do want to keep it somewhat real. Which is why I don’t photoshop my wrinkles and tell you all about the plastic surgery I have had done, about pelvic floor exercises and about the hairpiece. We don’t talk about these things enough and women should support each other. And if any of my stories helps another woman I am pleased.
You are not alone in liking the jeans version with the yellow sweater. I wouldn’t have thought that but there you go.
I will certainly pass your compliment on to Ron.
So many good fashion choices! Plus your hairpiece looks perfect. I see my hair thinning and receding so I may be a candidate for some extra hair. Is it hard to style? I am not a great hair stylist. BTW, Misja has a great haircut. Such attractive friends you have. I am sorry Watson is having a hard time. So hard when we don’t speak their doglish! Thanks for the great photos.
It isn’t hard to style at all. I first have to aim the place where I put the comb at the front and make sure the parting is in the middle. The rest is a matter of click, click, click. You do have to get some routine as at first it was too high at the back and little things like that. But I booked another hour at the salon to teach me how to do it now that I’ve tried myself for a couple of weeks. Just to be sure.
Misja is one of those lucky women with great hair. No thinning there.
The worry about Watson isn’t over yet but we keep hope.
Loved the jumper with bright yellow shoes and jeans. I’m not necessarily a jeans lover but the silhouette caught my eye. The hairpiece is wonderful! I hope it makes styling easier. Loved Misja’s outfit.
You are not alone, more readers like the jumper with the bright yellow shoes and jeans more. Funny, wouldn’t have thought that.
Misja is a star in styling.
Brings back a memory I haven’t thought of for years. My very stylish grandmother had a few different hairpieces. She often let me try on things from her fabulous wardrobe. Ive been told that sadly I put a hairpiece on backwards and therefore cut it with scissors to make it fit me!!
Aiiii…and was the hairpiece still your grandmother’s? Did you ruin it for her? For this reason, they have put a label at the back of the gauze in my hairpiece. So you always know which way around is the back.
It was ruined. Next time I visited I was still allowed into her wardrobe, but she’d hidden away precious items.
Sounds like a wise and loving grandmother.
Like you, I dread the day when we have to do all our shopping online. Two of my favourite Canadian fashion retailers recently announced that they are closing their stores across the country very soon. So disappointing! I like to see clothes in person, feel the fabric, look at the construction, and try them on before I actually buy them.
I am so with you on trying clothes on!! It wasn’t until two years ago, that I found out I cannot judge a garment when it is hanging on a rack. No idea how it would look on me. My mind just goes blank. Only when I see something on a person, I am able to judge whether it is something for me. Which is why I don’t really shop online as you can imagine. It is rather a shortcoming, when you blog about outfits haha.
Kudos to Ron for the great pics! He catches you looking so relaxed and happy. The hairpiece looks great on you. So natural. My hair is thinning but I’m not ready to cross that bridge yet. You inspire me though.
I will pass the compliment on to Ron.
If I wasn’t having my photograph taken every week for the blog, I would probably never have thought about buying a hairpiece. But with that constant frustration, something had to be done about it. When I am at home I don’t wear it. My hair is getting thinner but isn’t really bad yet.
Wow, the hairpiece is really good! And the outfit, love the sneakers with the wide trousers. I also like the yellow shoes with it. The necklace works so well!
Your French Kandy necklaces were equally nice on this sweater, but I had to show variety.
The hairpiece is good for going out. When I am at home, I won’t wear it, but I am very happy that I got it.
Loved the outfit with the dark jeans — always a favorite. So good to see you and your friends!
So you are a jeans lover too. Well, you are getting quite a lot of examples from me these last four years.
Loved your outfit with the necklace and the earrings that go so well with it. Always love seeing the places you go. OMG! Your hairpiece is great! My hair is very short and getting thinner by the day. I’m contemplating getting a new wig very soon. Not sure if a hairpiece would work, but I’ll have a look at one and see what I think.
Prayers for Watson to get better♥️♥️🙏🙏
I don’t know for sure Janis, but I always thought that a full wig would be heavier and itchy? And hot in summer? But I only have experience with a synthetic wig for fun, not with a proper real hair one. Thanks for the doggy prayers.
Love the long necklace with your outfit. As you said, it’s perfect.
Hope Watson improves. Maybe he needs a canine psychiatrist.
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Have you heard of a Thunder Shirt for dogs? It can help to reduce anxiety.
The hairpiece story was interesting. Looks great on you.
Have a good week.
I have been hesitant involving a canine psychologist. I cannot see how he or she can find out what is the matter as the symptoms are so irregular. No pattern.
We used the Thunder shirt for dogs but it didn’t help. He isn’t afraid of fireworks, so that figures.
I will look into the calming aids for dogs. Thanks for the link.
I love the beginning outfit!! Best look in 2025 so far!! Ron is very good at composing shots…brilliant how the plant in the background worked so well with your elongated chair pose. Kudos! Love how Misja paired the sweater with the pants, I love those two colors together. Hairpieces are great but a pain to put on and off but worth it I suppose. Lovely post Greetje and I always enjoy your posts…
Hahaha..”best look in 2025 so far!” The month is only a couple of weeks old. Funny.
And yes Ron does have a creative eye. He could do all my photo shoots. Alas, he doesn’t like doing it.
Misja is very good in combining clothes, in coming up with different outfits, using the same items. She is a stylist at heart.
My hairpiece is not a pain to put on or off. As a matter of fact, it’s quite easy. I am just having a bit of trouble with one little comb, so I am going back to the shop to see whether it is the comb or whether I do something wrong.
Glad you still enjoy my posts.
Ugh! I know all about hair loss. Losing hair in the crown and the front. My dermatologist says it mirrors male pattern baldness! Oh Great1 I don’t know if I could wear a hairpiece, my hair is short.
It really doesn’t matter Linda, whether you have short or long hair. The first time I saw a woman with a hairpiece, it was at the hairdresser. She had really thin hair on top. You could see her skull shining through very pink. And she had short hair. Just a little piece went on top, also with small combs and it looked great.
I can wear it half a day easily but I will take it off when I am at home.
If you start looking on Instagram for hairdressers that post wigs and hairpieces, you can see so many examples. I watched one who is called milanowigs. Goes from completely bold to thin hair and everything in between.
It was a pleasure meeting up Greetje. And the piece banana bread (whe shared!) was delicious, We’re lucky ones!
We certainly are lucky people. We can still enjoy such sweet joys. Always great to see you.
A great blog as always Greetje. I love Tuesday’s outfit with the bright yellow shoes, so very stylish. The hairpiece looks fabulous, you would never know you were wearing one. I am sure it will boost your confidence no end, so well worth it.
I take it, you are a jeans lover, liking Tuesday’s outfit.
The hairpiece will free me from frustration when I want my hair to look good. But I won’t wear it every day as my own hair isn’t too bad, especially not when I am indoors. But I know I will wear it when I go out and when I do a photo shoot.