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Post by kimmykins83 on Aug 28, 2007 6:30:15 GMT -5
Fashion Forward It's a delicate balance, but you manage to combine your old wardrobe standbys with new looks. You know what you like, and you mostly buy variations of the same favorites year after year. But you're also willing to try out new trends here and there (when the price is right). Now it's time to kick your whole look up a notch by investing in a few higher-quality basics. "A good wardrobe requires very little," says fashion editor and style expert Kendall Farr, author of The Pocket Stylist (Gotham Books, 2004). "You only need a few, truly great things, then wear them shamelessly into the pavement." Every woman should have what she calls the "indispensables": perfectly-fitted dark pants, flattering jeans, a pencil-cut or A-line skirt, white button-down blouse, trench coat, and little black dress. Each of these timeless pieces should be the very best quality you can afford and should be tailored to flatter your body type. "Those pieces are the architecture of your closet," says Farr. "It's easy to plug in a few flattering trends, but those tailored pieces elevate everything else." I'm happy with this result  |
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Post by jessica910 on Nov 17, 2007 23:02:57 GMT -5
Fashion Forward
It's a delicate balance, but you manage to combine your old wardrobe standbys with new looks. You know what you like, and you mostly buy variations of the same favorites year after year. But you're also willing to try out new trends here and there (when the price is right). Now it's time to kick your whole look up a notch by investing in a few higher-quality basics.
"A good wardrobe requires very little," says fashion editor and style expert Kendall Farr, author of The Pocket Stylist (Gotham Books, 2004). "You only need a few, truly great things, then wear them shamelessly into the pavement." Every woman should have what she calls the "indispensables": perfectly-fitted dark pants, flattering jeans, a pencil-cut or A-line skirt, white button-down blouse, trench coat, and little black dress. Each of these timeless pieces should be the very best quality you can afford and should be tailored to flatter your body type. "Those pieces are the architecture of your closet," says Farr. "It's easy to plug in a few flattering trends, but those tailored pieces elevate everything else."
I actually agree with this.
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Post by writergirl on Nov 18, 2007 0:49:46 GMT -5
I will break the cycle. This is true too.
Fashion Emergency
Call in the style police, because you are definitely guilty of neglect. You're living in a fashion rut, wearing the same outdated pieces over and over. Maybe you hate shopping, or you've gotten to the point where you've stopped checking yourself out in the mirror. The good news? You don't need to go into debt stocking up on a whole new wardrobe. A few well-chosen pieces can bring new life to any closet.
It's fine to wear the same type of clothes all the time, says fashion editor and style expert Kendall Farr, author of The Pocket Stylist (Gotham Books, 2004). "I love a girl in uniform," she says. But add some updated pieces into your usual mix. If you're addicted to jeans, buy one new pair in a trendy color (dark indigo) and modern cut (bootleg rather than straight). If you live in khakis, put away the loose, shapeless pairs and try a newer interpretation: flat front rather than gathered, and just slightly low-rise (just below the navel is a flattering height). For special occasions, invest in a few classic pieces: a fitted cashmere sweater, a little black dress that has been tailored to fit perfectly.
"What enlivens a wardrobe more than anything is accessories," says Farr. Give your old favorites a new look by adding a great pair of boots, an eye-catching purse, or a colorful scarf. Just make sure that those pieces flatter your frame (petite gals shouldn't be toting around massive hobo bags). You can have the best of both worlds: keep all your comfort clothes while adding a touch of fashion flair.
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Post by fakesalt on Nov 18, 2007 8:52:01 GMT -5
Fashion Emergency(i'm with you, writergirl! lol Call in the style police, because you are definitely guilty of neglect. You're living in a fashion rut, wearing the same outdated pieces over and over. Maybe you hate shopping, or you've gotten to the point where you've stopped checking yourself out in the mirror. The good news? You don't need to go into debt stocking up on a whole new wardrobe. A few well-chosen pieces can bring new life to any closet. It's fine to wear the same type of clothes all the time, says fashion editor and style expert Kendall Farr, author of The Pocket Stylist (Gotham Books, 2004). "I love a girl in uniform," she says. But add some updated pieces into your usual mix. If you're addicted to jeans, buy one new pair in a trendy color (dark indigo) and modern cut (bootleg rather than straight). If you live in khakis, put away the loose, shapeless pairs and try a newer interpretation: flat front rather than gathered, and just slightly low-rise (just below the navel is a flattering height). For special occasions, invest in a few classic pieces: a fitted cashmere sweater, a little black dress that has been tailored to fit perfectly. "What enlivens a wardrobe more than anything is accessories," says Farr. Give your old favorites a new look by adding a great pair of boots, an eye-catching purse, or a colorful scarf. Just make sure that those pieces flatter your frame (petite gals shouldn't be toting around massive hobo bags). You can have the best of both worlds: keep all your comfort clothes while adding a touch of fashion flair. ~~~ haha my daily outfit consists of cute t-shirt, jeans, tennis shoes, and a sweatshirt. i don't have the confidence to wear skirts/shorts, and we don't exactly have money to spend on super-fab clothes. i don't have the skills to sow either. SO....yea |
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Post by The Big PINK One♥ on Nov 18, 2007 10:18:58 GMT -5
WHOA!! The quiz is NOT rigged? Theres two Fashion Emergencies...  Get out...! |
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Post by writergirl on Nov 18, 2007 12:25:13 GMT -5
lol i'm not a fasion savy girl. My jeans and t shirts are cool with me.
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Post by lipglossislove on Jan 20, 2008 20:03:32 GMT -5
Fashion Forward
It's a delicate balance, but you manage to combine your old wardrobe standbys with new looks. You know what you like, and you mostly buy variations of the same favorites year after year. But you're also willing to try out new trends here and there (when the price is right). Now it's time to kick your whole look up a notch by investing in a few higher-quality basics.
"A good wardrobe requires very little," says fashion editor and style expert Kendall Farr, author of The Pocket Stylist (Gotham Books, 2004). "You only need a few, truly great things, then wear them shamelessly into the pavement." Every woman should have what she calls the "indispensables": perfectly-fitted dark pants, flattering jeans, a pencil-cut or A-line skirt, white button-down blouse, trench coat, and little black dress. Each of these timeless pieces should be the very best quality you can afford and should be tailored to flatter your body type. "Those pieces are the architecture of your closet," says Farr. "It's easy to plug in a few flattering trends, but those tailored pieces elevate everything else."
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Post by The Big PINK One♥ on Jan 20, 2008 20:11:11 GMT -5
lol i'm not a fasion savy girl. My jeans and t shirts are cool with me. Lol. Did you at least take the quiz? |
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