Shopping...

I mentioned that I was planning to go shopping for some new lingerie
for this expedition I like to wear comfy clothes that are easy to remove...

pointe black pants

Bjorn antiqued gold shoes

Talbots crisp white shirt

baroque pearls

The sun shone down from a clear blue sky and after the torrential rain that we have been experiencing I felt much lighter and brighter.
The sun has a way of imparting hope and happiness...
It's as if a sense of optimism has been restored.

I had a pleasant outing that involved a drive along a country road that offered up many wonderful and pastoral views of farmland and horses.

The shop was not too busy considering that they had their semi annual sale on.

Only one shop girl was there so I browsed the sale rack while I waited for the other customers to depart.

There was nothing on the clearance rack that would work for me,

I am not surprised as this is often the case.

My go to Prima Donna soft cup bra was not available in my size, they are on order so I will need to return when they call me.

I came home with these...

Valisiere ll

underwired

 extreme comfort

and superb support

matching panties

skin coloured

to virtually vanish under clothes

I already own this bra in black and love the fit

it is convertible

cross straps in back

or

remove for a strapless look

incredibly uplifting

and 

best of all

it's so unbelieveably comfortable

(forgive me for the photo please the cups do look deflated!)

floral detail

underwires

that stay put with

 soft and scalloped edging

 no matching panty was available

Hanky Panky

are great and comfortable

more lingerie

from a past expedition

 image

 black and white

still loving these two colours together

here

Lingerie day, an intimate affair.

This afternoon I continued my quest shopping the small independent retailer.....this time a fabulous lingerie shop!
I received personal service, did not have to guess my size, or go back and forth from the change room to the showroom. The sales clerk knew what would work for me and what would not and she brought in a variety of choices and helped me get the best fit. It was a relaxing and enjoyable experience. I have been shopping at this same store for about 20 years and I have never had a problem. The costs of the garments are dear but with careful hand washing they stay looking new for years.

I purchased a lovely set, bra and panties by Prima Donna as seen here...Chocolate brown and pink

After reading Jamie Cat Callan's book French Women Don't Sleep Alone I realized that my arsenal was in need of an update...so lingerie day was scheduled and it was a huge success!

I usually shop twice a year for several basic bras and panties and am happy with the performance of the higher end quality companies that they carry.

My other set is basic but lovely and I think everyone needs a bra that disappears underneath a Tee shirt or top,  Rosa Faia Kelly

I use my Aveda shampure to wash my delicates...fill the sink with warm water squirt in a pump of shampoo and let soak and after 5 minutes, gently swish around and then rinse in warm water hang in shower to dry overnight...easy peasy.

And while we were out this afternoon my dear mom wanted to treat me to something in appreciation for the homemade chicken soups, errand running, book loaning and visits during her recent illness. I attempted to avoid the gift but when my mother has her mind set on something it does not do to argue, so graciously I accepted and this jacket was said "gift"...lightweight, will go with lots of colors, and a great little travelling piece (I am heading to Seattle in March) not expensive (just over $100) and totally fun.
The color does not show well in the photo, it is a neutral pea green goldish amber mettalic, even harder to describe with words than the camera!!

Mom and I enjoyed afternoon tea and scones in an English style tea garden, my treat, as we were parched and in dire need of restoration after our expedition.

Do you frequent small retailers? Do they greet you in recognition? 

Are you happy with the service received or does that even factor in your decision of where to shop?