Love this theme! I often think about the stories of the most-worn items in my closet too. One that immediately comes to mind is an also synthetic black and white long dress with a slit that was actually maternity wear. But it’s virtually indestructible and I often got compliments on it so I kept it around. Nowadays I most often wear it for lounging around or on days where I just want to throw something on.
I love that your sweater has a story. It's so special to wear things that belonged to our mothers! (Your mom has amazing style btw, I loved seeing her outfits.)
I absolutely love that you still have this sweater and are still wearing it, Lan. 💕Clothing that has meaning imbued with it is so much more special to me. It makes us feel like part of something bigger, in our own history. Wonderful work, thank you.
Thanks for your lovely comment. Sheila! Yes, it feels like more than just an object I own — rather this indispensable piece of my history that I’m meant to steward.
I have a bunch of my mom’s and my grandmother‘s jewellery that I love to wear because I always feel like they’re with me when I wear them. I still have a couple of my dad‘s sweaters too. I love how what we wear becomes part of our own history as well as the previous owners’ history.💕
Thank you! I was really touched by your piece about your mom, which partly inspired me to start wearing it again. This sweater is a reminder of where I’ve come from, and how clothes are about so much more than just fashion or utility.
Love this theme! I often think about the stories of the most-worn items in my closet too. One that immediately comes to mind is an also synthetic black and white long dress with a slit that was actually maternity wear. But it’s virtually indestructible and I often got compliments on it so I kept it around. Nowadays I most often wear it for lounging around or on days where I just want to throw something on.
Yes, I’ve come to value all the style memories wrapped up in my long-lived pieces —even if they aren’t perfect. Thanks for reading!
Wow, what an impressive run for this sweater. And wait, you've inspired me to go look at old family photos to analyze my mom's style 😂
Yes it’s basically an heirloom haha!
I love that your sweater has a story. It's so special to wear things that belonged to our mothers! (Your mom has amazing style btw, I loved seeing her outfits.)
I absolutely love that you still have this sweater and are still wearing it, Lan. 💕Clothing that has meaning imbued with it is so much more special to me. It makes us feel like part of something bigger, in our own history. Wonderful work, thank you.
Thanks for your lovely comment. Sheila! Yes, it feels like more than just an object I own — rather this indispensable piece of my history that I’m meant to steward.
I have a bunch of my mom’s and my grandmother‘s jewellery that I love to wear because I always feel like they’re with me when I wear them. I still have a couple of my dad‘s sweaters too. I love how what we wear becomes part of our own history as well as the previous owners’ history.💕
Love the photos of your mum from the 90s, she has great style! I'm glad you kept the sweater, it feels special and it looks really good.
Thank you! I was really touched by your piece about your mom, which partly inspired me to start wearing it again. This sweater is a reminder of where I’ve come from, and how clothes are about so much more than just fashion or utility.
I loved reading this - clothes so often carry the best emotions.
What a fun idea for a series!