What not to wear
Let's discuss, "what not to wear" and I don't mean the series on TLC. I do not consider myself an expert in fashion by any means. I do however know a thing or two about flattering clothing. I am a mother of two with a body that reflects the wear of these pregnancies. I know my fashion limits!
Showing a lot of skin is very much in fashion right now. As a fashionable observer, women seem to be wearing these barely there clothes no matter if they are flattering or most importantly, they fit. If you do not have the body for the latest fashion trends, do yourself a favor and remember the following: A style setter is someone who has confidence, mixes up complementary items that are flattering and is aware that leaving something for the imagination is paramount.
Last weekend I went to a concert at Magnectic Hill (Country Rocks the Hill). The fashion talk above is a direct result of going to "Country Rocks the Hill". The amount of fashion "don'ts" at this concert, I was beyond speechless. I am disappointed to report that the majority of fashion don'ts were from women.
Wearing bikini tops can be quite hip if you are at the beach or pool side. However, this outfit in front of 40,000 people just doesn't seem appropriate. Others wore shirts cut way beyond what would be considered a classy cleavage line. Another "don't" was overweight women wearing belly baring shirts. Let me put it this way, cinnamon rolls have less layers. Another fashion aspect I witnessed was that each individual has a wardrobe maturity. We've all seen women well in their 30's, 40's but still dressing like they did in high school or those who try to look more like a teeenager than parent. What's most disappoiniting is some women want attention so desperately they don't care what form it comes in.
Fashion success or failure is a reflection of our personality. If your not sure which category you fall into " the do" or "the don't" for heavens sake don't ask your friends or family. 9/10 times your family/ friends will lie through their teeth; they do not want to hurt your feelings. So do yourself a favor and tune into "What not to Wear" on TLC, just to be safe.
posted by Kirsten Sampson @ 8:09 PM
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3 Comments:
Sis, I find it interesting that you recommend to ask family/ friends/coworkers for romantic fix-ups but advise against asking them for fashion feedback...hmmmm...
Women tend to lie when it comes to fashion. Can you honestly say you have never lied to a friend, family or coworker about their outfit or haircut/haircolor?
When it comes to romantic fix-ups, family members, coworkers and friends should only be involved in the introduction! After this coming together stage the family, friend or co-worker should steer clear of the relationship.
If the introducer involves themselves in the relationship down the road, the only thing they can be sure of is getting themselves into a sticky situation.
For example; if you ask the introducer to ask the introducee how things are going as a favor. Lets say he said they were only ok and that he thought you were not the right individual for him. Then when you ask the introducer what the introducee said they will either lie or play down what was said in order to spare feelings.
Kirsten, you are one of the most fashionable people I know. My idea of fashion is not what is "trendy" it is wearing what is flattering and what is appropriate for your body type. Anyone can wear trendy clothes, very few people look good in trendy clothes. I can only imagine the fashion statements that were made at that concert. I do think I have some idea. Just come to the "festival dance" the weekend of the next family reunion. It is full of people at least 30lbs over weight wearing "trendy" clothes that should never have been made in any size larger than 2. I know most of the offenders who go to these events drink, but what was the excuse when they were getting dressed or shopping?
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