When I was in high school I had to wear uniforms. We had two versions: the winter and summer uniform. Although we did not go to school in the summer, for some reason that is what it was called, although it would be more accurate to say it was a spring uniform. Usually a lighter fabric and lighter color, the skirt was a thin stripe rather than plaid. There was a cardigan instead of a wool blazer and one could wear sheer stockings rather than heavy wool socks or tights.
The challenge in the summer when you are predominately a wearer of black and white is to find clothing that supports your “style noir” so to speak but can look a little less heavy, is a little cooler and a little less formal than your usual garb. In other words you have to find your summer uniform. What can I say about these summer overalls and sheer polka dot t-shirt except that they give me the same feeling of impending freedom and lightness that I felt when the official date we could begin to wear our summer uniforms was announced.
Both the shirt and the overalls (which are actually like a romper for grown-ups) were given to me by the talented creative director of Blackblessed, AKA Flor, whose garments I have showcased here before. For those of us whose summer and winter uniforms consist mainly of black and white this designer is one of the go-tos. Just to keep us a little surprised she will sometimes throw in a dash of red as she has this summer. Lucky for us she is having her summer sale and you can get more than just one summer uniform (so you won’t have to wash it every night). I have my eye on the White Bishop’s Dress for a number of reasons. Can you guess what they are?
Anything catch yours?
Its versatile, airy, solid white, and long. Am I right ?
How you know me! Versatile is key.
If you can’t feel 100% it is not worth wearing. I understand completely.
I am having such a hard time wearing synthetic fabrics this summer . Seeing so many great things I’m attracted to, but I know I would feel miserable in them.
If you can’t feel 100% it is not worth wearing. I understand completely.
I agree! That is one of my new goals and projects in the turning myself over to someone young campaign. I want to find a designer to do a very small capsule collection with.
I too grew up with the seasonal uniforms…what a great concept to apply to our current wardrobes. Those who are assembling the new "capsule wardrobes" could learn a thing from us!
I agree! That is one of my new goals and projects in the turning myself over to someone young campaign. I want to find a designer to do a very small capsule collection with.
It can become different looks and can be infinitely styled with other pieces.
I love the Tbilisi pants and the layered zip dress. Please tell us why you are drawn to the bishop’s dress.
It can become different looks and can be infinitely styled with other pieces.
That bishop’s dress is totally calling your name! It is your style in all respects! I personally much prefer fall/winter clothes and dressing. Perhaps being so thin it allows me to cover up a bit; however, there is a luxurious appeal to big wooly sweaters, for instance, that you just won’t find Ina summer tee-shirt.
Not surprisingly my favorite seasons are the in-between like fall and spring. Style wise I too am more excited about Fall which is why I need a summer uniform.
Yes!
That bishop’s dress is totally calling your name! It is your style in all respects! I personally much prefer fall/winter clothes and dressing. Perhaps being so thin it allows me to cover up a bit; however, there is a luxurious appeal to big wooly sweaters, for instance, that you just won’t find Ina summer tee-shirt.
Not surprisingly my favorite seasons are the in-between like fall and spring. Style wise I too am more excited about Fall which is why I need a summer uniform.
Batgirl dress? The name alone would be worth it.
Yes!
It is so comfortable and allows you a slim silhouette with easy movement.
Thank you for sharing Blackblessed. I the irregular jumpsuit in black in my absolute favorite – love it!
It is so comfortable and allows you a slim silhouette with easy movement.
Yes, the name grabbed me too.
It’s clerical, and you said that’s part of your style!
Yes, the name grabbed me too.
I always love uniforms! Well, not that robe. I mean a nice fancy uniform.
If you are in NY this summer FIT has a great exhibit "Uniformity" and there are some you would totally enjoy.
I have actually been wearing my sheer floral and my black pants almost every day as well! You have reminded me like a good mom it needs to go into the wash!
I always love uniforms! Well, not that robe. I mean a nice fancy uniform.
If you are in NY this summer FIT has a great exhibit "Uniformity" and there are some you would totally enjoy.
I always wanted to wear a uniform but alas I went to public school. So sometimes I would pretend that I had to wear a uniform and I would wear the same pleated skirt and white blouse every day for a week until my mom put a stop to it. I love Black Blessed. Thank you so much for the introduction. And I love your little summer romper. Love it. Hmmmm…the White Bishop’s Dress would be nice for a wedding….
I have actually been wearing my sheer floral and my black pants almost every day as well! You have reminded me like a good mom it needs to go into the wash!
I’ve never had to wear a uniform of any kind, but if I had to have one for the summer, a grown-up romper and sheer t-shirt would be my choice. You make everything you wear look effortlessly chic.
I’ve never had to wear a uniform of any kind, but if I had to have one for the summer, a grown-up romper and sheer t-shirt would be my choice. You make everything you wear look effortlessly chic.
this make your body looks incredible and young! Great choice. Loved the polka dots blouse.
this make your body looks incredible and young! Great choice. Loved the polka dots blouse.