Fall's on the way, slowly but surely.....and you know what that means, right?
The Fall wardrobe harvest--in other words, donating the items that no longer work for you. Not unlike the sickle in the wheat, cut out the items that don't fit, are stained, ripped, dingy, frumpy (and any other adjective ending in "-y".) No more torn sleeves, missing buttons, ill-fitting items that while they don't really make one happy, are clung to nonetheless. No more messed up, scuffed, worn out shoes (this part gets better really quick, read on....). All of this can only mean one thing, my StyleWise Guys and Fellow Fashionistas:
I, your personal friend and stylist (in conjunction with the season change) just gave you permission to GO SHOPPING!! This means hit the thrift stores......
TIP: Go to thrift stores and consignment stores in Spring and Fall--why?? Anyone?
Answer--the shift in seasons into the milder climes (ie--no icicles off your nose, and no hot days of death) means that those of us that are going through our closets and getting rid of things.....
I can almost hear you now--but wait Kat! Didn't you just tell me to get rid of my castoffs by donating? Why do I want something like that of someone else's? This brings us to the next.....
TIP: Go hunting!! Not everything get's donated because it's faded, outdated, or worn out! How many of us have been given clothing by a well-intentioned Gifter an item that's too big/small/tight/wrong style/etc.? How many of us have at least one or two items like that in the back of the closet, tag still on? One man's trash is another man's treasure, and this is especially true when picking through a store.
TIP: Patience is key--be prepared to spend a day going through different thrift stores. Check your area's listings, grab a friend or go solo, but make it fun. Grab lunch and take your time; taking the time to make yourself look like your best version of yourself should be fun and relaxing!
Patience is not only key in the planning of your day, but also in the dressing room. You cannot say there was nothing there if you TRIED NOTHING ON!! Or worse still, tried on two or three things, get discouraged and leave with nothing. Do not invest the time to go if you'll just give up so easily......everyone when learning anything has a learning curve. Most things, with practice, become second nature and Style is no different!
Lastly, there is no such thing as: some have it and some don't. Define "it" as whatever you want--or rather, as whatever you don't have that you think you need--if something doesn't fit, it's the size, not that your butt is too big or too small. Size is arbitrary--the garment either makes you look good or it doesn't (Style's pretty easy when put in those terms)! Go as many sizes up or down as you need to, and get over the numbers game--and tailoring works too! Don't forgo a vintage Chanel suit at a thrift store prices for lack of imagination--take that to a seamstress. The right one locally won't charge much for a basic take-in, let-out, hem up or down.
For the feet for Fall look to your favorite and mine--the boot. Ah, the versatile boot......guy or girl, this one's a sure fire hit when the temps dip! Go for an unexpected hue; burnished red-brown, a soft gray, or if you're feeling rather bold Ladies--an orange suede knee high boot (shade is key here--olive tones should go for a brighter orange, whereas us pale gals should stick to more muted tones. like that of a falling leaf).
Now--who wants to get Styled for free? Coming up this Sunday, I'll be profiling yet another local treasure of a thrift store, as well as showcasing different Fall inspirations. Style Spotlight #3!
Could there be more familiar faces modeling the tops in personal style? Perhaps--you'll just have to check in Monday morning to find out!
That's all for now Kids--till next time, goodnight and good dress......
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