posted by Biba

May 14, 2007 9:50AM

sometimes Maya sings on snl for skits. I remember lasts time thinking 'gee she's not bad' Like Mother like Daughter?

posted by Severine

May 14, 2007 9:56AM

Moss green silk cheong sam that my grandmother had made in Hong Kong in the 70s. Mid-60s White cotton empire dress with unusual flocked daisy print from my godmother. Cream satin halterneck gown, made for my aunt in the mid-60s. 70s Black leather trench with fox collar, from another aunt. 1960s 'blonde' mink, from my grandmother.

posted by guest

May 14, 2007 10:03AM

what color lipstick is that faran? and great coat.

posted by lexi

May 14, 2007 12:14PM

is there somewhere this article can be seen online?

posted by keerthi

May 14, 2007 12:14PM

that coat KILLS-- i love it!

posted by guest

May 14, 2007 12:29PM

nytimes.com sunday magazine section.

posted by S

May 14, 2007 1:11PM

Both my father's mother and my great-great-aunt on my mom's side were fashion enthusiasts, so I've inherited some of my favorite pieces from them: a black chanel sheath, a beaded midnight blue cardigan from Europe, and a few handbags and clutches from the 1930s and 40s. From my mother, I've got this great multi calico-print dress that she bought at the Museum of Natural History in the 70s (who knew they once sold clothes??)

posted by ashleydc

May 14, 2007 1:58PM

My grandmother and I share a family trait of extremely narrow feet. To remedy her shoe buying problem she went to Italy and had shoes made in her width at Ferragamo in the early 50s. I have been lucky enough to inherit all of her Ferragamos and get compliments on them all the time.

posted by biz

May 14, 2007 2:32PM

I inherited a grey shearling coat that my mom had made for her while visiting Spain in 1973. It makes me feel very luxe whenever I wear it.

posted by Leia

May 14, 2007 3:30PM

My grandmother's wedding ring. She had it made in the late 70's. Its a diamond cluster in the shape of a heart and set on a wide gold band. I love it to death, never take it off and get compliments all the time!

posted by guest

May 14, 2007 7:36PM

I have a beautiful embossed leather belt of my mom's from 1974.

posted by a lady

May 14, 2007 8:59PM

hmm...I have one of my grandmother's crepe sundresses from the 30s, and also her mink stole and black velvet pencil skirt from the 50s. my mom gave me her cognac italian leather boots that she got in '86, and I am slowly but surely inheriting all their jewelry.

which is awesome.

posted by a lady

May 14, 2007 9:02PM

oh, and this is my grandmother, epitome of style, even with three baby girls on her hands. well played!
http://condenasty.blogspot.com/2007/04/true-style-stays-in-fashion.html

posted by Annmarie

May 14, 2007 9:36PM

When my mom was in college (and already dating my dad-oops) her Iranian classmate decided she would make a good wife, and wouldnt exactly take no for an answer. So he showered her with jewelry that she obviously couldnt wear...all of which is sitting in my dresser right now. My favorite is a chunky silver cuff with painted ceramic panels. So fun to wear!

posted by mom's purple platforms

May 14, 2007 9:59PM

ooh, love this post & adore that coat... the stitching, the trim, the cut... rock star / model gorgeous. (and is that the Kate Moss dress?!)

a lady, your grandmother & her sweet little girls could step out of that classic picture & walk into any modern moment...

i'm so nostalgic now... personal treasures:

* my engagement ring (never wear) was my great grandmother's – platinum & diamond & too beautiful for my everyday world – timeless perfection

* my vintage LV speedy (always wear) inherited from my chicest aunt – roomy & dark worn handles & cherished much more for her memory than any logo