Paulette Martsolf: Exquisite, Graceful, Creative Designs
When Paulette Martsolf asked me to look over her designs, I
fell immediately in love. In just one
visit, a woman will be captured by luxury, fun, creativity, and gorgeous,
unique style.
fell immediately in love. In just one
visit, a woman will be captured by luxury, fun, creativity, and gorgeous,
unique style.
A native of Newfoundland, Paulette left her home and began a
design career at the Sheridan College in Toronto and left there to study at the
Paris Fashion Institute in France. She began her career as a designer of
fabulous sleepwear and decided to name her line ALLIE- COOSH. In Newfoundland
many small children hear the words alley-coosh as the sun begins to set which
translates “off to bed.” It means so
much to Paulette since this is how her career began….sending women off to bed in luxurious sleepwear.
design career at the Sheridan College in Toronto and left there to study at the
Paris Fashion Institute in France. She began her career as a designer of
fabulous sleepwear and decided to name her line ALLIE- COOSH. In Newfoundland
many small children hear the words alley-coosh as the sun begins to set which
translates “off to bed.” It means so
much to Paulette since this is how her career began….sending women off to bed in luxurious sleepwear.
It was actually her husband which took her south,to Dallas, in
the late 1980s and there she opened her Allie-Coosh boutique in the
prestigious Snider Plaza.
the late 1980s and there she opened her Allie-Coosh boutique in the
prestigious Snider Plaza.
I asked Paulette to tell me a little bit about what makes her
designs so special: “I design and
manufacture fashionable, comfortable women’s clothing that will exceed your
styling needs and help make your unique statement for any occasion. Our concept of dressing is to help our
customers build an elegant, comfortable, timeless wardrobe that will work well
for your individual lifestyle. Our
process is fun and simple. We work
together to create a foundation and to help build your unique YOU. Each collection is created in our Dallas
workshop with styles to flatter every body type. Working one-on-one with an experienced member
of our staff, you will have the opportunity to select and purchase from our
ready-to-wear line or delve into the design process yourself. Our goal is simple…we want your shopping
experience to be exciting and fun so we provide honest and helpful suggestions
to accommodate your styling and fitting needs.”
designs so special: “I design and
manufacture fashionable, comfortable women’s clothing that will exceed your
styling needs and help make your unique statement for any occasion. Our concept of dressing is to help our
customers build an elegant, comfortable, timeless wardrobe that will work well
for your individual lifestyle. Our
process is fun and simple. We work
together to create a foundation and to help build your unique YOU. Each collection is created in our Dallas
workshop with styles to flatter every body type. Working one-on-one with an experienced member
of our staff, you will have the opportunity to select and purchase from our
ready-to-wear line or delve into the design process yourself. Our goal is simple…we want your shopping
experience to be exciting and fun so we provide honest and helpful suggestions
to accommodate your styling and fitting needs.”
She continued,” Many of our line’s core pieces are made from
our custom dyed signature fabric which travels well and provides comfort and
easy care. We have more than 45 colors
in this fabric as well as a wide variety of novelty textiles including silk,
linen, cotton, knits and wool…the possibilities are endless and ever changing.”
our custom dyed signature fabric which travels well and provides comfort and
easy care. We have more than 45 colors
in this fabric as well as a wide variety of novelty textiles including silk,
linen, cotton, knits and wool…the possibilities are endless and ever changing.”
I can testify to the truth of what Paulette has said. When she asked to send me an outfit, she searched my lifestyle and likes and dislikes…especially colors. Then, she requested my
measurements. I was amazed when the
pieces arrived…the fit was incredible and these are pieces which will integrate beautifully into my entire wardrobe. The
fabrics feel fabulous and most are washable, an amazing plus since so much high end clothing is dry clean only. This is where I will look when my last son gets married…that could be awhile though!
measurements. I was amazed when the
pieces arrived…the fit was incredible and these are pieces which will integrate beautifully into my entire wardrobe. The
fabrics feel fabulous and most are washable, an amazing plus since so much high end clothing is dry clean only. This is where I will look when my last son gets married…that could be awhile though!
She also sent this exquisite statement necklace. Her jewelry designs are inspired by the
rugged coast of Newfoundland she loved as a child and incorporate some of the
earth’s most beautiful stones. I hope
the picture does it justice…it is stunning!
rugged coast of Newfoundland she loved as a child and incorporate some of the
earth’s most beautiful stones. I hope
the picture does it justice…it is stunning!
Paulette believes like so many others, that investment
pieces make good sense for the stylish woman.
She says, “Invest in good quality and make sure you stay true to your
own personal style. When we are comfortable, we exude confidence. Find a place to shop where you receive honest,
helpful guidance. Look at building your
wardrobe. Get shapes which flatter YOUR
figure and add the fashion trends with color.
You should be able to add pieces each season which build on your
existing wardrobe. Make sure your basics
are great quality and compliment your hair, skin tone, and makeup.”
pieces make good sense for the stylish woman.
She says, “Invest in good quality and make sure you stay true to your
own personal style. When we are comfortable, we exude confidence. Find a place to shop where you receive honest,
helpful guidance. Look at building your
wardrobe. Get shapes which flatter YOUR
figure and add the fashion trends with color.
You should be able to add pieces each season which build on your
existing wardrobe. Make sure your basics
are great quality and compliment your hair, skin tone, and makeup.”
I hope you will spend some time with her HERE, and share her
designs with others. And also make sure
to visit the stylish ladies of VISIBLE MONDAY and MODE MONDAY and MONDAY MINGLE LIVE! and MONDAY BLOOM!! and VERIZON VOICES FASHIONISTA BLOG HOP
designs with others. And also make sure
to visit the stylish ladies of VISIBLE MONDAY and MODE MONDAY and MONDAY MINGLE LIVE! and MONDAY BLOOM!! and VERIZON VOICES FASHIONISTA BLOG HOP
It is my last four days before I return to working fulltime
at school…alas, summer goes so quickly! Have a glorious Monday everyone!
I have special plans for this outfit this week! Cannot wait!
Very nice….I look forward to looking at more of her styles!
Suzanne
wonderful outfit, so casual and chic
Wow!!!
Very nice.
Hi Pam, you are looking great! This is a beautiful outfit and gorgeous necklace. Your hair looks just wonderful. This jacket is of great quality and style.
blue hue wonderland
Summer goes by so quickly, no? It seems like yesterday you were starting your vacation!
Her clothes seemed very sophisticated, Pam and look wonderful. xxoxo
Wow, Pam, those jackets, including yours, are fabulous. I love Paulette's styling. Thanks so much for sharing it with Visible Monday.
This look is beautiful and perfect for you. Love the neutrals and that gorgeous necklace.
I love the jacket you're wearing, especially the color. It looks lovely on you and compliments your skin tone beautifully. Thank you for sharing Paulette's work with us!
Alicia
I was not surprised when you sai that jacket fitted like a glove, they usually do.
It's a beautiful neutral color and perfect for you
Did you finish your book?
Ariane xxx
Sensational, I particularly like the Coral outfit. Nice post, and you look great! Your neckpiece makes quite a statement!
FF
You look gorgeous!
-Jenny
http://www.babblingsofamommy.com/2013/08/celeb-look-kelly-ripas-look-for-less.html
gor3eous designs and she definitely chose the perfect items for you!! Stunning!
Thanks for sharing about this wonderful designer. I visited her website and found so many items that I liked, maybe too many. There are so many fun fashions; my only regret is that I do not live closer to her store.
I collect photos of fashions I find inspirational and try to review them before a shopping trip to remind me of what I truly like and aspire. You look fabulous in the jacket!!!
Stormy
Beautiful clothing items! The quality of the fabrics comes through even in pictures. I'll be on the lookout for more of her pieces. You look lovely in that jacket and necklace.
Heather from Friendship, Life and Style
Pam, you look SO beautiful in that outfit…it just lights up your whole face! And so chic and elegant. Wow, that is definitely your color.
Cindy at Notes in the Key of Life
Those colors are just beautiful on you! (I'm wondering what those special plans are… Something fun, I hope.)
You are looking fabulous and these clothes are so elegant and chic
Love the fabrics, textures and colors
Brett
I love how these designs look great on the models, the designer and you! Just soft and fantastic and beautiful. Love all the Sheens. Thanks for presenting this designer to us!
This jacket is smashing on you! It's rich and lush and makes you shine. The necklace is outstanding as well. Waiting to see what your special plans include!
Cool necklace!
You look fabulous dear Pam… I do believe you are turning back the hands of time! The outfit and necklace are outstanding on you!
Wow! I absolutely LOVE that first green dress. And you look fabulous!!
Thanks for sharing these lovely designs on our weekly blog hop, but I especially enjoy seeing you in them.
The outfit is just lovely on you!
gorgeous! love the necklace!
kelseybang.com
Have fun back at school, hope you have a good class this year. I am still in awe over this designer and am amazed that many of her pieces are washable. Thanks for jumping into our VERIZON VOICES Fashionista style hop last week! Hope you will join us again this week here:http://stillblondeafteralltheseyears.com/2013/08/blogher2013-verizon-voices-fashionsta-style-hop-outfits-modeled-by-women-over-45/
What a gorgeous outfit and how amazing that she could choose it for you without actually meeting you in person. There are some fabulous pieces on her website.