The Vivienne Files

Capsule wardrobes inspired by art and nature

  • Home
  • Start Here
  • Articles
    • Starting From Scratch
    • Common Wardrobe
    • Packing
    • Start With Art
    • Project 333
    • 4×4 Wardrobes
    • Weekly Timeless Wardrobes
    • Archives by Date
    • Archives by Categories & Tags
  • Support The Vivienne Files
    • Books, Clothes & more
    • Templates & Color Planners
  • Contact
Home » Build a Capsule Wardrobe by Starting With Art: The Boating Party, by Mary Cassatt

Build a Capsule Wardrobe by Starting With Art: The Boating Party, by Mary Cassatt

August 1, 2015
 
“Mom wants us all to come down for the Regatta… I know we said that after the kids quit sailing we wouldn’t go, but I think it would really mean a lot to my mother.”
 
 
Well, that’s a loaded invitation, isn’t it? But that’s okay, you know she misses her only child, and that she cherishes her memories of Regattas from years past…
 
“Of course we can go. I’m assuming that we’ll be there for the entire week?”
 
 
yes, you’re a saint…
 
 
The Boating Party by Mary Cassatt; painting of a family in a rowboat

The Boating Party by Mary Cassatt

The Boating Party by Mary Cassatt, and a color scheme drawn from the painting
 
 
While navy isn’t the color that covers the most area of this painting, it’s definitely the “anchor” ***cough, cough*** color here.
 
 
A First Core of Four of navy tee, shorts, cardigan and skirt for a warm-weather trip

Linen tee – J. Crew; linen shorts – Dorothy Perkins; Linen cardigan – J. Crew Factory; linen skirt – J. Crew Factory

Same thing with white – especially when you’re thinking nautical, navy and white are your obvious bases. And there’s just no combination more classic, crisp and refreshing for summer.

 
A Second Core of Four of a white top, skirt, tank and capris, for a warm weather vacation

White linen sleeveless shirt – Equipment; white linen skirt – Eileen Fisher; White linen tank – Frame Denim; white linen capris – Eileen Fisher

Tops for hot days, tops for cloudy cool days, tops for windy nippy days…

A Mileage Four of four tops in yellow and blue, for a warm weather vacation with cool days possible

Print shirt – Boden; Cardigan – Boden; Ribbed-knit top – Boden; yellow top – Diane von Furstenberg

And dresses, because one’s mother-in-law’s friends always love to see a young lady in a dress. It doesn’t matter if you’re in your 60’s, you’re a young lady to them! And it’s nice to be appreciated for wearing something nice…

 
An Expansion Four of two dresses, a pair of trousers and a tee shirt, in yellow and navy, for a warm weather vacation

Yellow dress – Basler; navy linen pants – Raquel Allegra; Striped tee – J. Crew; navy dress – Tommy Hilfiger

If there were ever a time to pull out some marine and nautical themed accessories, this is it! It shows that you’re completely in the spirit of the event.

 
An Accessory Four+ for a warm weather trip; a family of accessories with a nautical feeling and a color scheme of navy, white and yellow

Anchor bracelet – Humble Chic NY; sailor knot earrings – Kate Spade;  braided cord necklace – J. Crew; shell earrings – momocreatura; anchor-print  scarf – Lua; paisley scarf – Violeta by Mango; tote bag – Jonathan Adler; navy  espadrilles – Andre Assous; white sandals – BP.; yellow  thong sandals – OluKai

“Mother, may I borrow a handful of hangers for the guest room? I have a couple of dresses with me that will look nicer if I hang them…”

 
“Oh dear, let me come in with you while you unpack. You always have the most beautiful clothes, and I LOVE to see how you coordinated everything. I knew when you two got married that you were terribly clever…”
 
 
Remember, that’s a compliment!

A Four by Four travel capsule wardrobe in navy, white, blue and yellow, for a warm weather vacation
two outfits from a navy, yellow, blue and white travel capsule wardrobe for warm weather
two outfits from a navy, yellow, blue and white travel capsule wardrobe for warm weather
two outfits from a navy, yellow, blue and white travel capsule wardrobe for warm weather
two outfits from a navy, yellow, blue and white travel capsule wardrobe for warm weather
 
 
Maybe, if you really love your mother-in-law, you can teach her about the 4 by 4 philosophy; nothing makes your spouse love you more than the care you show to their mother.
 
The Vivienne Files 4 by 4 Wardrobe Template, with a summer travel capsule wardrobe in navy, white, blue and yellow
 
love,
Janice
Tweet
Pin116
Share1
117 Shares

08.01.15 8 Comments

Tags: blue, capsule wardrobe, casual, Four by Four, navy, Start with Art, warm weather, white, yellow
<<Building a Capsule Wardrobe by Starting with Art: Silk Robe by Johanna HarmonBuild a Capsule Wardrobe by Starting with a Scarf: Hermes Cavaliers du Caucase>>

Comments

  1. Lori says

    August 1, 2015 at 10:49 am

    Love to see you using some Boden offerings. I really enjoy my Boden garments!

    Reply
  2. oekmama says

    August 1, 2015 at 11:01 am

    Lovely!

    Reply
  3. Amy says

    August 1, 2015 at 2:11 pm

    The OluKai thongs also have a built in arch support. I haven't tried them but they get great reviews online. I've been on a quest for supportive shoes lately and have seen these pop up in my research. I'm currently smitten with the Abeo brand from The Walking Company here in the US. You do need to go in and get your feet scanned to determine the proper footbed. I finally have stylish sandals I can walk in.

    Reply
  4. Anonymous says

    August 1, 2015 at 3:18 pm

    Janice, your family values are showing and they are heartwarming!! Lovely painting.

    Deb from Vancouver

    Reply
  5. Anonymous says

    August 1, 2015 at 10:08 pm

    Dear Janice, I am one of those colour-blind persons with a mountain of uninteresting clothes. At first I tried to create my wardrobe from neutral colors only, however I did not know how to "give life" to my appearance and I looked and felt featureless and flavourless. I analyzed with the pleasure all your posts for two years, I've tried to copy your ideas and colour combinations and finally today I have my wardrobe which I like very much, but most important I have learned how to instantly change my wardrobe with less confusion and expense. I am very very grateful for your invaluable lessons!

    Reply
  6. lrlincks says

    August 2, 2015 at 3:48 am

    Very nice summer wardrobe! Love the 4×4 philosophy!

    Reply
  7. Anonymous says

    August 2, 2015 at 1:19 pm

    I am enjoying a lot the Start with art series. I have a sugestion, Echo & Narcissus from John William Waterhouse.

    Reply
  8. NagaRaj Raj says

    April 5, 2016 at 6:40 am

    Boating Party demonstrates a gathering of Renoir's companions unwinding and getting a charge out of sustenance, beverages and great discussion on an overhang at the Maison Fournaise in Chatou, France. Renoir regularly included dear companions is his canvases.My name is Naga raj I'm working in this website My opinion is Sculling Party was expected to duplicate ordinary present day life and Renoir was excited to show his work at the official Salon Des Arts. In any case, the popular gatherer Paul Durand-Ruel obtained the canvas for the seventh Impressionist Exhibition rather, in spite of Renoir's wishes.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

logo
The Vivienne Files is a unique personal style blog with carefully-selected capsule wardrobes based on color palettes drawn from works of art, nature, and more. It helps women buy less clothing, and to love what they buy. Read more...
  • Bloglovin
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter

STAY UP TO DATE

Privacy Policy

Recent Posts

  • Start with a Scarf The Ghan by Un PocoStart with a Scarf: The Ghan by Un Poco
  • PART 3 AUGUST 2022: SIX SCARVES, 12 MONTHSPart 3 August 2022: Six Scarves, 12 Months
  • Part 2 August 2022 Six Scarves, 12 MonthsPart 2 August 2022: Six Scarves, 12 Months
  • Bloglovin
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • Home
  • Start Here
  • Contact
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy

Copyright © 2022 · Dazzling Theme theme by Restored 316