globetrekkie Posted October 20, 2013 #3901 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Salut globetrekkie. Je suis originaire de France aussi. Ma famille vit a Lyon. Que diriez-vous? You look fantastic. I love all your dresses. Yes, I am a shopaholic too :D. I am going to Paris on the 13 next month for some shopping and to visit my family. Bonne journee Marie Oh bonjour Marie ! I had no idea you came from France too ! I have browsed this post for a few days, and I have to say you have amazed me with your fabulous dresses... so many different styles, different colors, and they all fit you wonderfully ! I wish you a nice visit in France, I hope you will enjoy the shopping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cshgrand Posted October 20, 2013 #3902 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Well, I cannot say that I go to the US specifically for shopping, but if I go to the US for whatever reason, of course I do not miss any occasion to go shopping. For instance, this summer we spent our 3 weeks of vacation trekking in Arizona, Utah, Nevada & New Mexico (you now guessed why I chose the name globetrekkie ;)), in fabulous state parks, national parks and national monuments. Of course, we went shopping in the outlets in Las Vegas, and Phoenix, it would have been a shame not to do so. And by chance (lucky me), we were in Vegas for Labor day sale, so a lot of bargains. Last year for our Oasis cruise, we arrived on Thanksgiving day in Fort Lauderdale, and it meant... Yeah, Black friday sale on the morrow, lucky me again. We chose to stay at the hotel just outside of the mall, and we woke up very early because of the jet lag. We were in the mall at 5AM, at this time of day, we could enjoy shopping without the frenzy, it was very agreeable. By midday, it was crazier, lots of people everywhere. The carts were overflowing with stuff. Some husbands were pushing these carts, full with stuff but not only, as their exhausted wives were sitting on them after walking too much... Some people also bought huge suitcases that they then filled with all the clothing they bought. It was quite fun to be part of this madness. You can see the result of this crazy day of Black friday sale shopping here : I love to go shopping in France also, but I have noticed that when I want to buy cocktail or fancier dresses, there are better bargains in the US. LOVE Black Friday. Shameful as it is I actually go to New York some years just for two days. Fly there thanksgiving and back on Saturday 5pm ish and just shop. We stay at Newark, dump our luggage then off to the port authority to get a bus out to the Woodbury Common outlet then shop NYC on Saturday. We try to stay on uk time so as not to get jet lag. My sister in law and I have a great time when we have been. This year we will be in New York just after Christmas en route to Puerto Rico. Can I expect post Christmas sales like here in the UK? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowmow Posted October 20, 2013 #3903 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Thanks Marie, I love that green dress, too. Unfortunately, it isn't in my closet. I've had mine for years, bought it for my best friend's wedding. It's slightly more teal colored, but not a dark teal. It's made of a heavy jersey, very plain in the front, accented with the princess seams and has a nice sweetheart neckline. It's kind of a loose fit, which I figured might be useful the last formal night of a 13-day cruise. (I might have to have two desserts on certain nights...) The plain-ness of the front is rescued by the lovely lace on the back. And it looks great with that blingy necklace to dress it up. Pulled out the necklace to clean it, and noticed a mark. Guess I had never really looked before. Turns out, it's not a Juliana, it's a Schiaparelli. This one is similar but mine has the mother of pearl leaves, too: How fun to find out more about it. I have no idea where my Grandma got it. I used to play "dress up" with it back in the 60's, and she gave it to me when I graduated from high school. I had a great Grandma:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishLassie Posted October 20, 2013 #3904 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Thanks Marie,I love that green dress, too. Unfortunately, it isn't in my closet. I've had mine for years, bought it for my best friend's wedding. It's slightly more teal colored, but not a dark teal. It's made of a heavy jersey, very plain in the front, accented with the princess seams and has a nice sweetheart neckline. It's kind of a loose fit, which I figured might be useful the last formal night of a 13-day cruise. (I might have to have two desserts on certain nights...) The plain-ness of the front is rescued by the lovely lace on the back. And it looks great with that blingy necklace to dress it up. Pulled out the necklace to clean it, and noticed a mark. Guess I had never really looked before. Turns out, it's not a Juliana, it's a Schiaparelli. This one is similar but mine has the mother of pearl leaves, too: How fun to find out more about it. I have no idea where my Grandma got it. I used to play "dress up" with it back in the 60's, and she gave it to me when I graduated from high school. I had a great Grandma:D WOW, that necklace is FAB ! I too had a great grandmother & I'm lucky that I did receive a few pieces of her jewelery & a beautiful little gold handbag, would remind you of what they carried back in the 20's! I sometimes take it on a cruise to use on a formal night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurspag Posted October 21, 2013 #3905 Share Posted October 21, 2013 I love that these beautiful statement necklaces are making a comeback. I just love them! This is gorgeous. The ones I am seeing now tend to be monochromatic, and this is much more interesting to look at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurlymcgurly Posted October 21, 2013 #3906 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Laurspag, you and I need to touch base! We live pretty close to each other. Maybe we could meet at the Carousel, uh, I mean Destiny:rolleyes: mall and do some shopping for our future Freedom voyages! Shoot me an email! k leikam at exit more dot com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckl001 Posted October 21, 2013 #3907 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Just brought these 2 gowns for my upcoming cruise on QE. I hope I have not gone over the top as I normally do not buy gowns Chez Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burm Posted October 21, 2013 #3908 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Just brought these 2 gowns for my upcoming cruise on QE. I hope I have not gone over the top as I normally do not buy gowns Chez Lovely. You will look and feel like a million dollars in them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ehpride Posted October 21, 2013 #3909 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Just brought these 2 gowns for my upcoming cruise on QE. I hope I have not gone over the top as I normally do not buy gowns Chez Gorgeous! I love the blue one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Scrapnana Posted October 22, 2013 #3910 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Just brought these 2 gowns for my upcoming cruise on QE. I hope I have not gone over the top as I normally do not buy gowns Chez Hi, Chez! They are not over the top, they are gorgeous. Can't wait to see them in person! Kathi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckl001 Posted October 22, 2013 #3911 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Hi, Chez! They are not over the top, they are gorgeous. Can't wait to see them in person! Kathi I just wish they would look as good on me as they do the model. Chez Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cat_in_cda Posted October 22, 2013 #3912 Share Posted October 22, 2013 both dresses are gorgeous !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Normajean999 Posted October 22, 2013 #3913 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Just brought these 2 gowns for my upcoming cruise on QE. I hope I have not gone over the top as I normally do not buy gowns Chez Very pretty. Love the blue/aqua one! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk - now Free Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cloda Posted October 22, 2013 #3914 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Both are very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porthopper101 Posted October 22, 2013 #3915 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Good morning ladies, Hope everyone is doing well. I went shopping over the weekend. These what I bought. This is Tadashi gown, my FAVORITE! It is in RED This is also Tadashi. This is Tadashi as well. This is Tadashi too. This is also Tadashi, except it is without the sleeves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magandab Posted October 22, 2013 #3916 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Oh Marie, I cannot wait to see the photos of you wearing these! And that first one in red is going to look AMAZING on you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porthopper101 Posted October 22, 2013 #3917 Share Posted October 22, 2013 This is Badgley Mischka This is Badgley Mischka as well. This is David Meister This is Sue Wong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indygolfer1 Posted October 22, 2013 #3918 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Marie, Those are lovely dresses. I think the first one is my favorite! But they are all beautiful and will look lovely on you. Can't wait to see pictures of you and you husband. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porthopper101 Posted October 22, 2013 #3919 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Oh Marie, I cannot wait to see the photos of you wearing these! And that first one in red is going to look AMAZING on you! Thank you Amy. It is my favorite favorite gown :). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CELTICGIRLCRUISER Posted October 22, 2013 #3920 Share Posted October 22, 2013 All beautiful gowns Marie, but the first one and the Sue Wong are my favourites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNGALOHA Posted October 22, 2013 #3921 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Marie, I love the first gown and in Red it is going to look FABULOUS on you!! Can't wait to see pictures of you in the dresses. Have a great day, Gerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee150 Posted October 22, 2013 #3922 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Marie, Wow, you have done some serious shopping! These gowns are all fabulous, and you will look exquisite in all of them. Take care, Cathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted October 22, 2013 #3923 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Those are beautiful dresses! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
globetrekkie Posted October 22, 2013 #3924 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Good morning ladies, Hope everyone is doing well. I went shopping over the weekend. These what I bought. This is Tadashi gown, my FAVORITE! It is in RED This is also Tadashi. This is Tadashi as well. This is Tadashi too. This is also Tadashi, except it is without the sleeves Nice shopping ! My favorites are the first one and the fourth one. So elegant ! Stunning dresses... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magandab Posted October 22, 2013 #3925 Share Posted October 22, 2013 (edited) I think of all of Marie's new dresses, this is the one I'd buy for me. But first, I have to wear the dresses I already have! Edited October 22, 2013 by magandab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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