Yes, it's only Wednesday. But I've been vegging out, watching Bravo's Project Runway for the last couple of hours. And Project Runway is probably the least objectionable of the "reality" TV that I indulge in. So as I've been watching and sipping red wine (love the Coppola red blend!) and browsing magazines, I've felt inspired to post a quickie "thirteen." So here it is for your edification.
I want to be someone who wears
1. Hats. I want more hats in my day-to-day existence. I'm particularly fond of winter hats.
2. Jackets. This season, J Crew has the cutest, hippest jackets. I want jackets in fun colors and funky textures. I especially want jackets with 3/4 sleeves, so that I can layer them with fun colors.
3. Sunglasses, preferably with pink lenses
4. Fun, funky, campy tee shirts. I have a pink tee that says "Wild Thing." And there's a picture of one of Sendak's creatures. What's better than that?
5. Knee socks. I'm particularly fond of argyles and stripes. I'm particularly partial to pink.
6. Scarves. Wooly scarves, crocheted scarves, silk scarves, scarves for the ski slopes, scarves reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn: I LOVE them all. And it seems worth making the concerted effort to incorporate more scarves into my daily look.
7. Interesting tights. I love tights with interesting colors and textures. Recently my mom sent me this great pair of black and grey argyle tights. What could be finer?
8. Dresses. I've decided that I want more dresses in my wardrobe. I wear skirts, usually A-lines, with sweaters and tights often. But I want more dresses, particularly in corduroy and in wool blends.
9. Boots. I so enjoy wearing boots, especially with skirts or dresses. Boots make me happy and confident in a way that's completely irrational and wonderful.
10. Belts. I've not been wearing belts the past few years. And yet, I want to try. I want to make the effort to attempt belts. Maybe my heavier body can't handle belts--I don't know. But it seems worth a go.
11. Glittery make-up. I know that some would say I'm too old for it, but I absolutely LOVE fun cosmetics. Glitter eyeshadow just makes me happy. Ditto for frosted blue eyeshadow, the kind we wore in the late 80s. I know it's silly, even campy, but I adore it all.
12. Tattoos. I have one and only one. But I want at least two more.
13. Clothing and accessories of my own creation. I love wearing items that I've designed or made or remade. It gives me this sense of accomplishment and power.
Some of these things, like boots, I do wear frequently. Others I'd like to incorporate. But they make me happy. Not very long ago, I was someone who displayed a definite sense of style. I want to feel like that woman again.
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6 comments:
I'm loving Project Runway this season. I like how they continue to find the weirdest yet most genius people for that show!
And I must say that scarves are the best thing about winter (although, it's definitely not as cold here in CA as it in VT!).
Belts. Sometimes I get to thinkin' I could do belts. And I actually buy a belt. Only to slap my forehead. I have no waist. Seriously. My waist is about 3 inches and then... helllloooo HIPS. Where is a belt to sit, I ask? I am all legs. Not that there's anything wrong with that. In fact, I do not gloat. Some people don't have legs. Well, you know what I mean. They have short legs and long waist. And probably.. can wear belts. They should call me. We could swap. I want long cool sweater vests and amazing black tunics. So my waist is less an issue. As if anyone is looking. Sheesh.
Nice T13. Makes me think. I do want a corduroy jumper. Could a trip to Joann's figure in my future? I asked for a gift card for Christmas. Makes sense, huh?
Sequins! Velvet! Such fun!
i've tried on the jcrew velvet bella jacket in olive green four times and each time invent new reasons why i *really* need a velvet jacket here in socal. but your thirteen has just added fuel to my fire ;)
belts? when i was all waist postpartum i was cheered by those preppy ribbon belts to "cinch" my old navy baggies. but other than that i don't think i've done belts since the late 80s leather and metal goth versions to go with my docs. maybe it's time for glitter and glam? and yes, long sweater vests sound fabulous!
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