Got the fiance to take my photos today after work. So much easier than hauling out the tripod and lurking around the neighbourhood looking for a private place to take photos of myself. Sounds abit self absorbed I must say, however, that's just what a girl's gotta do when she is a fashion blogger. Not that I REALLY think of myself as all that fashionable, OR a blogger.. but that's a whole other stream of thought.
So, its a no brainer the days I feel good are the days when I am wearing something that just looks good (when its good its like intuition-- you just KNOW). For me looking good means a few things. If by chance any of you are learning from me, those of you who have somewhat of a similar body to me, here's some things I have learned:
I LOOK & FEEL GOOD WHEN I WEAR:
- high waisted skirts (flare, or pencil)
- skirts above the knee
- wide belts
- belted waist
- fitted, tailored tops
- mandarin collared blouses
- cap sleeves or sleeveless (like tank tops)
- round neck line, not too low
- colors that look good on me
- heels
- silver, copper, colorful, ethnic jewelry
I FEEL LIKE A FRUMP AND WANT TO RUN AWAY AND HIDE WHEN I WEAR:
* disclaimer: I do not deliberately dress like this, however sometimes I fight with myself trying to make items of clothing work and it ends up disastrous!!
- most pants, especially classic cut
- long skirts below the knee
- baggy loose flowing tops and t-shirts
- blouses with shirt collars
- regular t-shirt sleeves
- square necklines, deep v-necks
- kitten heels
- drop sleeves or bat arms
there are some definitely some benefits to having a photographer!
ReplyDeleteLove this combo, that skirt looks great on you!
Chic on the Cheap
You look terrific. And your list of things that do/don't work on you makes sense.
ReplyDeleteGood for you! Wish I could get the fiancee to take pictures for me... whoops... need the fiancee first. Hee Hee
ReplyDeleteAnyway, love your blog. Always get something from it.
My "feel good" list: Skirts juust at or above the kness, blouses of virtually all types and heels. In the cooler months (or sometimes even when its warmer because the office is an igloo) I adore a great sweater but the lineup of skirts is unbending.
I am the one that wears heels and a skirt to the grocery store, even on Saturday. Why not wear what makes you happy?
My "frumpy" list: pants (almost any type), flats & baggy or loose fitting anything.
A girl has got tool like she tried.
http://theleatherskirt.blogspot.com/
Almost forgot... great skirt!
ReplyDeleteBTW... mentioned your blog on mine today. LOVE this list idea!
http://theleatherskirt.blogspot.com/
It's interesting that kitten heels make you look/feel frumpish. This is a SHARP look and the pink is just so good on you.
ReplyDeleteyou are looking like a hot tamale here girlfriend
ReplyDeletelove the look
brett