“I base my fashion sense on what doesn’t itch.”
Gilda Radner, 1946 – 1989
| Yesterday was my mother’s birthday. (Happy Birthday Mom!) She is a lady of many talents- she can skunk you at cards, turn out a perfect meal for 30 guests and finish the New York Times Sunday crossword puzzle. Style wise, my mother taught me to have fun with fashion and to always keep it in perspective. A fancy pair of shoes might make your outfit better, but they won’t make you a better person. The best dressed woman in the room is always the one with the warmest smile. Here’s some more of her style wisdom.
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Personality  My mother tells a story about her sister, Meri, buying a used raccoon fur coat that was full of holes. Their father was horrified by the cost and condition, until Meri finally cried “But Dad, I paid extra for the holes!” So go ahead- wear the piece you think is borderline ridiculous. Fashion should have a sense of humor.
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Appropriate?  “Nipples are not appropriate for every situation.” That is a direct quote from my mother to me at 19. And she’s right. Invest in undergarments. Find a lingerie boutique or department that you like, get fitted and start developing your lingerie wardrobe. You need something nude, something black and something with convertible straps.
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Iron Woman  Proper ironing can make an inexpensive item look couture. Either have your clothes laundered or invest in a good iron. Here’s a cheater trick from my mom- if you’re going to keep your sweater or jacket on all day, you only have to iron the cuffs and collar. |
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