Frilly Menswear

It's flounced, but I thought of the starched white shirts men wear for

business dress when I received it. I love a white shirt and had to have this
ruffly yet crisp version from Kate Spade. I love it so much I wish I'd

purchased a second one as back-up. A little extravagant, perhaps,

but that'll remain a thought since the shirt is sold out.

There've been many false positive hits on my blog for the

café capri in silk foulard. (and continuing my attempt to provide something informative ... )

A foulard is a lightweight fabric, either twill or plain-woven, made of silk or a mix of silk and cotton. Foulards usually have a small printed design of various colors. J.Crew calls the print "inspired by classic men's neckties."

As you can see, the capri pants are full length on 5'2" me.

They are 100% silk and while the fabric appears smooth, it is woven

with a very subtle slub texture. It's unlined.

They are lightweight and will hardly take any room and add

virtually no weight if you pack them for a trip.

So here's the bottom line (slapping knee for gigi!):

The fabric has no see-through but I felt a little exposed.

Though the print may be masculine, I'd like something beefier

between me and the world for my trousers. 

(I'm referring to the weight of the fabric.)