Dress Of The Day with Angela

  Angela Lansbury. Selfie. This lady's shirt came with a one thickness matching tie which attaches to the top button. It hides the placket with the buttons down the front and adds interest.  I was wondering how to copy this idea. It is a good use for old ties. You can find old ties cheaply in thrift shops. You only need the front piece. You need the colour to contrast or match the shirt or the skirt or trousers (Americans say pants). How To Make a Buttonhole What if you don't have a buttonhole? Just make a slit and sew or cover the edges and choose a button which covers the edges. The button could match the shirt. If you already have shirt buttons on the shirt, no need.   The top button is sufficient. If the top button is missing, the tie will over all the other buttons. You can move up a button from the hidden area, such as the lowest button, or if the swining tie is likely to reveal it, the middle button. Some shirts have a spare button on the label at the bottom o...

Angela and Warren at Harrovians Toastmasters International speakers' club in Harrow, London, England, UK, May 2022. Angela's Outfit White Shoes Marks and Spencer. Size 5. White laces. The see-through lace effect goes well with frilly white blouses, lace or eyelet style, which would otherwise look overdressed against practical, sporty shoes.  Bought from St Luke's charity shop in London. They raise money for hospices. White Petticoat Elastic waist. Two tiered with gathered lower layer and crochet hem. Brand name Laura Ashley. Khaki Skirt Patra. 100% silk. Pencil shape. I think I must have bought it second hand on Ebay. For years I never wore it. I thought the colour was dull. The silk was heavy, thick, rough rather than soft and silky. However, now in 2022 I have rediscovered it. The neutral colour goes with everything. Because it is not a treasured item I can wear it all the time without worry about spoiling it or staining it. Warren is wearing a smart black suit with a bla...