(I think this pic of me is funny. Yes, it was a
halloween party and I went as myself)
- The biggest thing is not being influenced by others on how I should look. Growing up, people (strangers mostly) told me I was too thin, too pale, I shouldn't wear black or white... bla bla bla! I'm naturally thin and pale, and after being insecure about it, I decided it was healthier to work with what I have instead of fighting it.
- My look is mainly 'chic' and 'well-put-together' for work, casual, and/or special occasions. My casual dress has always been more dressed than others (I prefer the word 'dressed' over 'dressy' or 'dressed-up'). I'm not talking being dolled up all the time, but my idea of comfortable is not sneakers.
- I'm tactile so if I don't like the material, I don't bother with it. My clothes are mostly merino wool, cashmere, cotton, silk, and the new rayon and polyesters that look and feel like silk. Yes that means almost everything I own is dry-clean only, but I hand wash most of it.
- I've never been a big fan of color though I have worn it before. I like subtly and neutrals are more 'chic' than loud colors and patterns. Though I have a limited palate, I prefer to mix it up over being matchy-matchy; I'd never wear my ivory heals with my ivory handbag.
- I shop by myself. Friends put their values on you, so to avoid the awkward conversations of why I do or do not like something, where to shop and how much to spend, I shop alone.
- As most chain store clothes do not fit me (I'm short and slight), I tend to buy designer clothes. Still, over 1/2 my wardrobe has been tailored. Not only for fit, but when necessary, I have pieces I'm not wearing altered so I like them more.
These are great tips! I agree about shopping alone too.
ReplyDeleteWell... all this is great, but if you want to borrow some gear to make a costume next year you know I've got the goods!
ReplyDeleteShopping alone is how I get all my fabulous thrifting done. Serious shopping takes concentration. I hate explaining myself. Except to you.
Back to Hallerween- You could go as Posh. The day you came over your outfit seemed like something she would put together.
Posh! great idea, and thanks for the compliment, I love her...
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I shop by myself too, for the exact same reason as you! It seems like every time I do buy something while out with someone else (usually after some urging from a friend) I end up returning it later because I later realize it just isn't me.
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