I have been playing around with the idea of creating a "day off uniform." This idea came after I took stock in my wardrobe (or lack of wardrobe). I have a very small closet and let's just say, there's room for new additions in it. Most of my clothes are comfortable things that aren't exactly up to par for "going out." I have jeans, sweats, t-shirts and tank tops. If you want to go to the beach or on a run, count me in.
But, if there's an art opening, a work meeting, a night out with the girls, or a holiday function in the mix, this type of event throws me into a tizzy. I have high heels, but they hurt after an hour, and I have a pair of suede wedges, but they hurt after walking to my car (plus, they make my feet sweat). I have flats and moccasins, but they are stretched out and too big. Good ol' Thunderbirds! The two pairs of clogs resemble nurse shoes, and since I am a nurse three days a week, I would rather not wear them out as part of my day off uniform. As for boots....well, I have a pair of boots that I bought in 2001! Imagine that! Now, who says I am hard on stuff? They are nine years old. I remember they were John Fluevog boots that I saved up for when I worked as a clerk at the NY Times. They were great quality and at the time, they were $160.00. That was a big deal back then. Now, I am sure those boots would be more like $300.00. Or maybe event $500? I am not great at dealing with inflation, and the price of clothes seems so steep to me. I am afraid of buying stuff because I feel like I will get sick of it, spill on it or shrink it. The styles I love (IE: anything from Bergdorf Goodman), are out of my league. I have been stumped. Lately, I have been thinking about investing in new boots and some sweaters and tops. I want to buy things that are comfortable, versatile and fashionable. Any suggestions? I have been watching some items, hoping that the prices will drop from the $200.00 - $300.00 range to under $150.00. What does everyone else do: Do you buy what you need no matter what the cost? Do you watch what you want until it goes on sale? Do you go to Thrift stores and H&M and Target to find either the real deal (but used and marked down) or the knock-off for less than half the price. Ross and T.J. Max? I don't know. Those places make my head hurt. Since I don't really love to shop, it hurts my head to have to go to those discount shops and to pilfer through thrift racks. But, I am beginning to realize that if I don't put the time into researching, searching and trying on different styles, I will be left with nothing but sweats and jeans and this one Horse Sweater that I always seem to be wearing when I see my brother and Katherine. They are nice and tell me it's okay to wear my "lucky horse shoe sweater" out. It's fine in the front, but the back has two horseshoes stitched into the back. Cheesy! And, my hair isn't long and glamorous, so there is no escaping the full-blown cheesdom. The good new is that it goes well with the moccasins. The fashion police are invited to any holiday parties I might decide to attend!
But, if there's an art opening, a work meeting, a night out with the girls, or a holiday function in the mix, this type of event throws me into a tizzy. I have high heels, but they hurt after an hour, and I have a pair of suede wedges, but they hurt after walking to my car (plus, they make my feet sweat). I have flats and moccasins, but they are stretched out and too big. Good ol' Thunderbirds! The two pairs of clogs resemble nurse shoes, and since I am a nurse three days a week, I would rather not wear them out as part of my day off uniform. As for boots....well, I have a pair of boots that I bought in 2001! Imagine that! Now, who says I am hard on stuff? They are nine years old. I remember they were John Fluevog boots that I saved up for when I worked as a clerk at the NY Times. They were great quality and at the time, they were $160.00. That was a big deal back then. Now, I am sure those boots would be more like $300.00. Or maybe event $500? I am not great at dealing with inflation, and the price of clothes seems so steep to me. I am afraid of buying stuff because I feel like I will get sick of it, spill on it or shrink it. The styles I love (IE: anything from Bergdorf Goodman), are out of my league. I have been stumped. Lately, I have been thinking about investing in new boots and some sweaters and tops. I want to buy things that are comfortable, versatile and fashionable. Any suggestions? I have been watching some items, hoping that the prices will drop from the $200.00 - $300.00 range to under $150.00. What does everyone else do: Do you buy what you need no matter what the cost? Do you watch what you want until it goes on sale? Do you go to Thrift stores and H&M and Target to find either the real deal (but used and marked down) or the knock-off for less than half the price. Ross and T.J. Max? I don't know. Those places make my head hurt. Since I don't really love to shop, it hurts my head to have to go to those discount shops and to pilfer through thrift racks. But, I am beginning to realize that if I don't put the time into researching, searching and trying on different styles, I will be left with nothing but sweats and jeans and this one Horse Sweater that I always seem to be wearing when I see my brother and Katherine. They are nice and tell me it's okay to wear my "lucky horse shoe sweater" out. It's fine in the front, but the back has two horseshoes stitched into the back. Cheesy! And, my hair isn't long and glamorous, so there is no escaping the full-blown cheesdom. The good new is that it goes well with the moccasins. The fashion police are invited to any holiday parties I might decide to attend!
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