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Spontaneity in some situations is good. A spur-of-the-moment trip to see the changing
fall leaves, an unexpected visit from an old friend, flowers delivered when it's
not even your birthday. But when it comes to fall weather, the unpredictability
poses a serious dressing conundrum. Not to fear, we have a bountiful harvest of
great fall tops that keep you comfy from noon to nightfall. First, we've expanded
our ladies'
layering turtles & mocks (because you asked!) in
brilliant hues and more weights. Also, our perennially popular
micro-ribbed tops now come with gorgeous embroidered necklines.
Ribbed for natural stretch and added warmth, they're smooth wearing for a flattering
shape. For him, we have a whole new day-to-night
silk herringbone shirt with a button collar to dress up or down. Because
of silk's naturally breathable warmth you're sure to stay comfy come sun, rain,
or snow.
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Silk is revered for its luxury and historic exclusivity all around the world, and
you only have to look to our friends across the Atlantic for one example: the Queen's
Council in Great Britain. Only the very best senior barristers and solicitors are
appointed the status of "Her Majesty's Counsel learned in the law," giving them
priority before the courts. Since the mid-16th Century, members have worn special
black silk gowns while in court and when taking part in special ceremonies. Hence,
informally, being appointed to this exclusive group is referred to as "taking silk."
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No, we're not referring to creatures who go bump in the night. Mommes (mm) pronounced
"mummies" is a unit of weight, similar to thread count, used when measuring silk's
density. Momme is the weight of a piece of silk material 45 inches by 100 yards,
the lower the momme, the lighter the silk is. We pride ourselves in using a higher
than average count, so our silks are stronger, richer, and more comfortably luxurious
than others'. And, as America's silk experts, we can pass these superior fabrics
to you for the best values. Woven silks such as charmeuse, crepe de Chine, and georgette
are measured in mommes, while knit silks are measured in grams. Take a look below
at how some of your favorite silk products compare!
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We recently received a very thoughtful letter from Lynn, one of our favorite silk
patrons, who works in an office in central Florida. "Your silks keep me delightfully
warm," Lynn writes, adding "I work in an air-conditioned office where the men rule
the thermostat." Lynn layers a
3/4-sleeve filament silk top under a
long-sleeved tee. "The t-shirt doesn't 'stick' to the silk and makes
for a smooth, coordinated, layered look," Lynn explains. Thank you very much for
the kind words Lynn, we love hearing from you!
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I look forward to Sunday morning all week long. I wake up and hurry to my mailbox
to pick up the New York Times then leisurely, yet strategically, peruse the behemoth.
In all honesty, I'm not the kind of guy who reads every single section, but after
being stumped yet again by Will Shortz I head straight for the Book Review. It was
during
one of these relaxing mornings that the idea for our new
Silk Review came to me. We'd take the must-have styles from past seasons
and put them all in one place for your shopping convenience. How do we choose which
styles receive the honor? Well, much like the Times' weekly list, the styles are
chosen by you! Bestsellers from all categories are gathered together on two special
pages. Whether fashion, long underwear, accessories, or sleepwear, you'll find all
your favorites at the very best values. Make sure to look for it in your fall catalog.
If you have any suggestions for our Silk Review, or any comments in general, please
e-mail me at president@wintersilks.net.
Oh, and happy reading!
All the best,
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Jeff Baudhuin
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Tote around all your favorite fall-time goodies in WinterSilks' exclusive, roomy
market bag. Simply
e-mail us at editor@wintersilks.com the number of new items found in your
fall catalog. (Hint: Jeff knows the answer on pg. 2)
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Sure, they're worn under your clothes, but silk intimates can affect what people
see on the outside as well. Not only does the ultra smooth drape look flattering
under fashions, wearing feminine silk foundations also has been known to put an
extra spring in your step. We've used naturally elegant silk charmeuse to make
all-new basics that are simply extraordinary.
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We love getting mail. In fact, every time you e-mail us, speak with one of our customer
service reps, or send in your comments via USPS, every single team member reads
your suggestions. It was your requests that brought about our new
silk underwire bras.
They're truly the best of both worlds, added support with unmatched comfort. And
keep an eye out for more items in specialty sizing. We'd appreciate if you took
a moment to answer the question below. Thanks, and please keep those comments coming!
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