Dressed-to-a-Tea

For Week #5 of the LaTeaDah's Gracious Hospital-i-tea Blog-a-thon, the theme is fashion.  Specifically, "ideas for dressing up for afternoon tea." 

I can't wait to see from others beautiful attire that is vintage and/or romantic!  Floral prints, hats and gloves, and cameo jewelry are perfect for an afternoon tea.  My approach is a bit different. 

While the color of my spirit vacillates between pink and yellow, I wear a lot of black because it's a timeless classics.  Although unconventional for tea parties, a crisp combination of black and white is my choice.  I love to accessorize with my gold watch, a pair of tailored earrings, and my cherished strand of Mikimoto pearls. 

Below are photographs of current St. John Knits designs that are similar to pieces hanging in my closet and are representative of my fashion choices.  The women in the photographs are models who are certainly leaner than I am, and I would not choose to wear sandals with slacks.  But overall, I love this look! 

Wearing one of these outfits, I'm ready to step into any palette Mother Nature or a tea party hostess has created.  For me, it's simple: dress in black and white, then add flora, fauna, and lots of chintz china!

Comments

[LaTeaDah]

Oh yes, very lovely! We have similar tastes, although when going out for afternoon tea I probably tend to wear a few more 'fru' things than I would normally. I really like the fashions you shared!

Hmmm, I am picturing a clean and concise 'black and white' tea table with 1960's china and a beautiful while lily bouquet.

:) LaTeaDah

[LaTeaDah]

Oh yes, very lovely! We have similar tastes, although when going out for afternoon tea I probably tend to wear a few more 'fru' things than I would normally. I really like the fashions you shared!

Hmmm, I am picturing a clean and concise 'black and white' tea table with 1960's china and a beautiful while lily bouquet.

:) LaTeaDah

[LaTeaDah]

Oh yes, very lovely! We have similar tastes, although when going out for afternoon tea I probably tend to wear a few more 'fru' things than I would normally. I really like the fashions you shared!

Hmmm, I am picturing a clean and concise 'black and white' tea table with 1960's china and a beautiful while lily bouquet.

:) LaTeaDah

[Vee~A Haven for Vee]

Very chic indeed!

[ellen b]

So chique! I think I'd be comfy in any of those outfits. Pearls are on my wish list right now. :)

[Kathi-Lavender, Lace and Thyme]

Beautiful choices, black and white is the "in" thing this year, I've always liked black :). I know you would be beautiful in any of these outfits but I especially love the top, left one, very elegant.

[Denise]

Classic looks are so versatile and timeless, aren't they? Thank you for sharing the lovely pics and post.
Have a wonderful week!

[carol]

Very nice outfits

[Revee]

Very elegant! I love the timeless look of black and white. :)

Revee

[Katherine]

Very classic and classy! I enjoyed reading your Dressed-to-a-Tea!

Katherine

[marye]

very nice...and so sophisticated! Calla Lillies?

[Carrie]

I find these outfits very pleasing. They are simply impeccable.

[Millie]

those are classic outfits, and would look very nice for a tea party
Millie

[Steph W]

I think these would be most welcome at any tea table! Lovely!

[Miss Sandy]

Love your sleek style but I'd go for the white dress and jacket, so classic and elegant. Yeah! Another pearl girl! I adore pearls! It is fun getting a peek into one another's closets, thanks for sharing a peek into yours!

[grace]

lovely selection!!

[Karen Sweet Necessi-Teas]

I just love seeing what others would choose to wear to tea! Thanks for sharng!

[Pam]

I also love black and white together, especially the top left picture with all of that gorgeous embellishment on the front!