Today I’m going to talk about something really controversial.
I believe that Gap installs skinny mirrors in their dressing rooms and you’ll never convince me otherwise.
I cannot explain how many clothing items I have bought at Gap because they performed miracles in the dressing room, only to try them on at home and realize I had been led astray by low lighting and skinny glass.
And don’t think for a minute that Gap wouldn’t resort to those kind of tactics. They are the same corporation that has tried to convince us that there are actually different versions of khaki pants.
On Wednesday, I did a little shopping at Gap. They had finally put this shirt on sale and I’d had my eye on it for awhile. But I knew it would go on sale because who are they kidding with that $49.50 price tag? No one who shops at Gap is going to pay that much for that kind of shirt.
While I was there I found two other things. A pair of white jeans and some dark denim shorts.
I don’t know why I found the white jeans so appealing, but they called out to me. And next thing I knew I was in the dressing room with them even though I knew better. We had no business being together. Any relationship we established would only end in tears and spilled grape juice.
Or worse, a chocolate handprint on my behind.
But they were so flattering and fit so perfectly. I took one look at them and knew if loving them was wrong, I didn’t want to be right.
So, I brought them home and imagined The Summer of The White Jean. They’d be so great with my hot pink t-shirt. They were made for my black tunic top. It was destiny that they be with my green button down.
There was only one problem. The skinny mirror at Gap deceived me. The white jeans were neither flattering nor did they fit well. It was all some sort of optical illusion. A scam. A ruse.
And now they’re back in their Gap bag awaiting their return to the racks at Gap where some other poor women will be deceived by the skinny mirror.
I’ve long suspected that Banana Republic also uses the skinny mirror, but I don’t have any hard evidence other than some camel-colored wool pants that I bought back in 2006. However, I love them so much that I’ll continue to live in denial rather than face the truth.
Fashion. Sometimes it’s all a pack of lies.
On to the questions:
1. Natalie asks: ” This summer I’m attending my cousin’s wedding. Anywho, I’ll be deflecting all the “why aren’t you married … how old are you again?” questions. So I need to look super cute and I’m hoping for some suggestions! The wedding is daytime, casual. I’m 5′0″. I feel like I look better in v-necks or halters than a strapless, and I have a short waist.
Is there really anything better than attending a wedding where everyone in attendance wants to know why you’re still single and then pushes you forward to make sure you catch the bouquet? I mean other than spending a day in jury duty with people who don’t use deodorant?
Yes, you need a cute dress that will assure Great Aunt Millie that just because you aren’t married doesn’t mean that you’ve started bringing home stray cats and dressing them in doll clothes.
So, here’s a couple of things that don’t just say “I’m single and I’m fabulous”, but might also catch the eye of any cute groomsmen who may be in attendance.
I love this jersey floral halter dress. Or you could go for basic black with something like this. Or you could go for something totally different with this green dress.
And if you don’t like any of those, go look at all the dresses at Bluefly right now. They are having a 40% off sale on all Spring dresses and have some darling stuff.
Hope you survive.
2. Elizabeth asks: “My (very new) boyfriend has invited me to his brother’s wedding. I want to get a cute but chic dress for it, but the only ones out there that I like are sleeveless but I was in motorcycle accident a few years ago, and have a scar on my shoulder, and haven’t really worn anything since that would expose the scar to the world. The wedding isn’t supposed to be too formal; I think its on a Sunday afternoon.”
First, let me just say that I bet that scar is a lot more noticeable to you than it is to anyone else. Plus, scars can be cool. I mean look at Padma Lakshmi from Top Chef. She is fabulously beautiful and her scar just adds to her mystique. It makes her seem tough and mysterious. Like she could beat up that entire room full of Top Chef wannabes.
But I understand that if it bothers you that you may not want it to show the first time you meet a whole group of new people. Wedding receptions tend to make people even nosier than usual, so when they quit asking all the single girls when they’re going to get married, they may want to know about your scar.
They’re called BOUNDARIES, people. Don’t be afraid of them.
So, here are a few cute dresses that may work.
I love this Ralph Lauren shirtdress. It’s simple, yet elegant.
This one is pricey, but I adore it. I am a fan of the yellow right now. But I realize that yellow makes some people feel violent.
And since it’s casual, you could always go with this silk wrap dress, which I have been admiring for the last few weeks.
I’ll tell you what I told Natalie. If you don’t like any of these, go check out the dress sale at Bluefly.
No, I’m not being paid by Bluefly. But if they wanted to pay me, I would totally accept.
I accept checks, cash and free clothes.
3. Cassandra asks: “I have let myself become Fashion-less. I have gained weight and use it as an excuse to wait to buy nice clothes, I use not having enough money as an excuse, I use being tired as an excuse to not put on any nice clothes I DO have, and wanting to be comfortable is another major excuse of mine for being Mrs. Frumpy. Truth is, I am in a habit of dressing bad and I am self conscious about accessorizing because I dont want to draw attention to myself cause I truly hate my size (14/16 I weight 195 5′8″). Where does a girl like me go when I need to get back in touch with my fashion side? “
Okay Cassandra. You sent me a picture of your family that I’m not going to post here for obvious reasons, but I just want to say that you are adorable. Do not fall into the trap of feeling bad about yourself.
I think there are many women who put off buying new clothes because they are thinking about the size they would like to be. But don’t put off buying some nice things because you’re waiting to lose weight. I think having a few nice things to put on makes a woman feel good about herself. It’s not about how much money you spend or if you wear a certain size, but if you look as if you care about yourself.
Of course, that being said I’d hate for y’all to see me when I take Caroline to school. I’m about one step away from pajamas most mornings, but most days I’ll come home and eventually make myself a little more presentable.
Here’s where I think you start. Go buy the nicest pair of jeans and the nicest pair of black pants you can afford. It’s not about the money, but it’s about the fit. Sometimes you have to spend a little more to get a good fit. Everyone is having Spring sales right now, so head to Ann Taylor Loft or Banana Republic and see if you can find some nice black pants or maybe a skirt on the sale racks.
Gap would be a great place to look for jeans and maybe even TJ Maxx. You just need to try different brands until you find something that you feel good in.
Once you have those two basic pieces, you can start looking for cute shirts to wear with them. Target is your friend when it comes to inexpensive, yet fashionable tops. Between the jeans, pants and the shirts you will look like you have a lot of clothes, but really you just have a lot of interchangeable pieces.
And for some great jewelry, check out Forever 21. They have great accessories at low prices. The right necklace can transform an ordinary outfit.
I hope that helps!
Okay, so that’s it for the questions today.
Now for BIG FUN.
Since it’s almost Fiesta time here in San Antonio, I decided it would be fun to have a little Fashion Fiesta here on the old blog. Next week, Friday April 11th, I’m going to turn the tables and let y’all share your fashion secrets and faux pas.
Write a post and show us what you would consider your standard uniform on a normal day. Jeans? Yoga pants? Ripped sweatpants that used to say “Adidas” and now just say “did”? Maybe a huge gray t-shirt that says “Duke Baseball” that you stole from your friend Gulley in college and still wear on a daily basis?
Let’s be honest. If you wear dresses and pearls every day, then we want to see it. We probably won’t like you anymore, but we want to know why you do it.
And you don’t have to actually be modeling these clothes, unless you are very brave. You can just lay them out on the bed or couch or what have you and take pictures of them. Do they mean something to you? Is there sentimental value?
Then, if you want, you can tell or show us what your dream outfit would be. If money or time or kids with grape jelly on their hands wasn’t an issue, what would you like to have in your closet?
The point is to have fun with it. Hence the word, FIESTA.
That means Party in Spanish.
I know that because I took four semesters of Spanish in college.
El burro es un animal de Mexico.
I’ll let y’all figure that one out.
So, stay tuned next week. Jules is designing a button for me that y’all can put on your blogs. I’ll have a Mr. Linky over here where you can link to your post.
And, BEST OF ALL, I’m going to make it a real FIESTA (which means party) and turn it into a little contest. On Monday, April 14th, I’ll use the random number generator to pick one of you. The winner will receive a FREE custom blog header design by the wonderful, talented Jules.
Oh, it’s just going to be more fun.
How will we sleep between now and next Friday?
Y’all have a good one.
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ah! cassandra! i had read your question and had to double take! it could’ve very well been me writing in! i am your fashion doppelganger! and alas as i long to be size 10 of college years i do not, as the moment, see having the time nor the willingness to stay away from all baked goods. but my mother has driven the point home that i do need at least a few decent pieces of my wordrobe that fit and make me feel nice. and while big mama is ever so helpful, i’m afraid she may not have shopped for a 14/16 before. BR is wonderful in style, but 14/16 are very hard to come by (and have you ever felt that their 14/16 are really 10/12?!?!) i have stumbled upon c.j. banks. http://www.cjbanks.com. don’t be alarmed, it’s a store for more WOMEN’S sizes but it is a nice change to walk in a store and know everything will fit! i have not gotten completely on board with i shall say the grandmotherly feel of some of their clothes, but give it a chance and you can find some gems. pants that actually fit where they are supposed to, and outfits that you can effortlessly put together and give so semblance of being “put together”. and at 5′-11″ tall i suffer from the shirt-is-ever-so-short epidemic and was glad to find that someone still makes shirts that fall below my belly button and i don’t have to live in fear of exposing my underwear to the world!
I want to get me one of those mirrors for my bathroom…
Here’s a fashion question for you: all the dresses you highlighted today are short, short, short. I don’t know how old you are, but I am in my mid-40’s. Somewhere after 40, the skin above one’s knees tends to get sort of saggy and wrinkly, even if one is in okay shape. People really don’t need to see that!
I was hoping to buy a new summer dress or skirt this year; but I like something that hits below the knee (and preferably mid-calf, if I am wearing heels). Is there anything out there this year?
Oooh, I love a party.
OK – firstly, Cassandra is my new best friend!!! I think I love her!
Secondly, how can I bribe you to get the bloggy header exrtrordinaire?!?!?!
Cause I am in serious need of help in that area!!!
Becky Jo
I love a good fiesta! Oh Cassandra! Love your body sister and enjoy your curves! As I learned in bible study this week, we have got to be free in this area. Learn to eat and exercise in a healthy way and let your body settle into a weight and live your life! Also, Big Mama, what’s with all the expensive dresses? We need bargains!
I personally think Ann Taylor Loft also uses flattering mirrors. I distinctly remember getting home and thinking “you know, this really looked better in the dressing room.”
I completely agree with you about the Gap mirrors! I’ve wondered the same thing myself at times, only to think I was crazy. But alas, I’ve found someone who has experienced the same thing! The illusion has been quite reassuring at times…the times when I don’t end up buying the item! But I’ll take whatever reassurance I can get sometimes.
We have two large mirrors in the dance studio. Us adults call one the “skinny” mirror and the other the “fat” mirror. You can lose five pounds going from the fat mirror to the skinny mirror. We all like to crowd around the skinny mirror for obvious reasons.
So fun! looking forward to the Fiesta next week!
Kellie
Bless Cassandra’s heart. Thank you for posting her question, Big Mama. Struggling with my post-baby #4 body has made me feel a little left out of all of the Fashion Friday fun. I am 5′8″ also, so here’s my tip: 4 1/2 inch heels. I’M NOT KIDDING. Obviously I don’t wear them when running errands, but I most definitely do to church, out with my hubby, and I did last weekend on my girls’ weekend in Dallas with my 2 best girlfriends. People have actually said to me, “Janet, you look so slim!” And it’s simply not true. I just added 4 1/2 inches to my already tall stature, and so the curves seem more proportional. It’s like carrying around my own skinny mirror and fooling the masses.
Smoke and mirrors, Cassandra. Smoke and mirrors.
As someone who is somewhere north of 14/16, I have to say that Lane Bryant is a great place for those perfect jeans. They make jeans that are tailored to fit all different shapes and sizes. Be sure you check those out, Cassandra. Also, I bought the perfect black dress pants at Kohl’s for about $50 2 years ago…I wear them all the time. I need to go buy another pair! They are “Apt. 9″, and they’re very nice quality, for a decent price.
“bringing home stray cats and dressing them in doll clothes” – made me laugh. A whole bunch. I love fashion Friday.
Fashion Fiesta – Can’t wait!
And yes – I know that which you speaketh of – Gap. Maybe I could just live in their dressing rooms. It would be a nice little world where I’m pretty, thin and tan. I never want to leave.
Cassandra? Is that me talking? I am the same size and also height. I honestly don’t know about the weight because I refuse to weigh, but I suspect I’m right there with ya. I also have trouble shopping b/c the number on the tag? THAT’S NOT MY NUMBER!!!!! And, it does get harder to find cute clothes. My sister spent $60 on jeans a few years ago and I thought she had flipped her lid. But they look so good on her and she is still wearing them and they don’t look old at all. So I think Big Mama is right–invest in jeans.
Also, the bringing home stray cats was too funny.
I think Cassandra and I are long lost sisters.
Anyway, as you can imagine, I have a Gap mirror story. So I used to work at the Gap many moons ago. You start out as a greeter, and by the end of the first hour, I think they realized I wasn’t really a people person. (I was not going to ask every person that walked in about the weather.) My day at the register wasn’t much better because I refused to ask if they wanted socks to match their outfit. I was standing in front of an entire wall of colored socks. If they wanted some, I’m sure they could have figured it out. My next post was the dressing room, and some of the most fun you can have. A particularly fond memory was the girl walking out of the dressing room with her arms loaded with jeans, only to have another girl attack her. Something about a boyfriend. I probably should have intervened, but it was way too interesting to stop. (And yes, I took notes in case I need to do that!!!)
Anyway, here is my mirror store. At our local Gap, we used to have the dressing rooms behind a wall of jeans, with the entrance on the left back corner of the store. The wall adjacent to the entrance was one huge mirror. My job besides referring and counting items, was to keep that mirror clean. Oh, and I did, because I found that if I positioned myself just right behind the wall of jeans, and smiled at people approaching the entrance that they would literally walk right into the mirror wall, thinking that they were headed toward me and not my reflection. Good times, my friends, good times. So you see, there is some trickery to the Gap mirrors.
By the way, they changed the layout of the Gap since then. There goes my career aspirations!!!
I love to read your blog, especially on Fridays….however for some reason in the past week I have noticed that the font on your blog is soooo tiny I can barely read it anymore….suggestions?
I love that Ralph Lauren shirtdress. So cute! And that yellow Nicole Miller dress makes me want to violently scratch out the price and replace it with $79.99. Love it. What a fun idea for next Friday!
Oh Cassandra, you took the words RIGHT OUT OF MY MOUTH. Seriously. I’ve been working through a few issues in the past couple months, and one of them is my reluctance to spend money on clothing for myself. I wonder if I am subconsiously (sp?) punishing myself for being overweight… Or hanging on to the hope that I will actually LOSE the weight and fit into the (now out-of-date) clothes hanging in my closet…
At any rate, last weekend I decided I had had enough. We had some extra money in the budget, and by golly I was going to spend it on ME. I was going to buy clothes that fit, and not feel terrible if they said “2X” on the label.
It has made such a difference in my week!! I felt gloriously fashionable on Monday when I came to work in my new pants and shirt combo (with heels! HEELS!) and I received so many compliments. It was wonderful to walk around with confidence instead of hiding behind my desk because I feel frumpy.
I’ve also put more effort into spending money on accessories. Before, I saw this as frivolous. (Who needs to spend money on sunglasses when I still have the pair I bought four years ago?? So what that they are now horribly out of fashion??) Now I see how wonderful it is to accessorize – it makes me feel so very stylish and put together!
Big Mama, thank you for all of your wonderful advice! You are one of the people that inspired me to make these changes. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!
You are absolutely right about the Gap mirror and jeans. This is especially troubling when shopping for some post-baby jeans. I’m just saying.
Looking forward to the fiesta!
If you really want me to link to boring, I will go right ahead. :>) See ya next Friday.
I made the mistake of purchasing a white jacket this winter.
Mistake.
As a mom with young children, white ANYTHING is a bad idea.
You are too hilarious!!
I wouldn’t put it past them either, Melanie!
They’re all part of the same parent company, so there is no doubt that they’re all cheats. (Old Navy, Banana Republic, Gap, Baby Gap and Bath & Body Works.) But I still <3 them.
If you’re going to tackle the deception that is the Gap mirror, how about taking on size creep? I know that the size 4 of today is NOT the size 4 of my youth. Most stores have inflated their sizes to build customer loyalty. After all, if I’m a size 8 in one store but a size 6 in another, where am I more likely to shop?
The Fashion Fiesta is a fabulous idea. If you really want to up the prize ante, how about giving away Gulley’s sweatshirt, in addition to Jule’s wonderful design?
Comments are great today!
I have a hate-hate relationship with Gap. I hate the clothes, they hate me. Really, since their mid ’90’s hipster-teeny-bopper switch they just haven’t been the same. Oh how I long for the days of all of my seasonal staples coming from the Gap. One-stop-shopping at it’s finest, it was!
Cassandra and Brenda,
Girls, we’re all exactly the same size. I work and live in Washington, DC, so being frumpy is not an option for me. I’d get pegged as a tourist…
I work in non profit–I’m not rolling in the dough either.
So, I shop at Marshalls a lot. Target is great too, as well as Filene’s Basement. Old Navy and Gap are great for casual clothes. I cannot tell you all how much I enjoy a nice dress that draws in a the small–er part of my waist. Wrap dresses cover a multitude of sins.
I had to get over the actual number that’s on the label. Once I got over that it opened up so many choices for my wardrobe. I also had to get over things being fitted. Loose doesn’t always work.
Jackets with a belt are great! In fact I got a cute one At Ross for less than 20 bucks this week. I wore it with a pair of black slacks and I got about a dozen compliments yesterday.
Think out of box, don’t be afraid to try things on, and use a tailor!
Have fun!
Holly
Sweet sassy molassy, I’m SO excited about next Friday! Something fun to post, yippee!
It will be a true fiesta!
Oooh, so totally fun!!
You know what? I am so totally not a fashionista. I’d like to be, though…if I could afford it! But I will try–mainly because it is way out of my comfort zone. So who knows? Maybe this wanna-be is a future gonna-be!
I love me some Gap, even with the skinny mirrors. I’ve found that I like things better when I try them on at home anyway, so most of the time I will buy something in my size and take it home. If I really hate it, I will return it. It gives me another excuse to go shopping.
As a self-professed FrumpMama, I have no fashion advice to give anyone. In fact, you should all run away…far, far away, lest I infect you with my penchant for wearing WalMart jeans and t-shirts.
I do have great pants and skirts and some nicer blouses that I wear ‘out’ in the evenings, to church and other public events…but for everyday, jeans and t-shirts are practical, no-fuss clothes for me.
I have two sons, one a toddler who always has something gooey on his hands or face, which for unknown reasons he likes to wipe off on my shirts when I hug him (though I usually don’t spot this until I check myself in the rearview mirror as I’m pulling out of the driveway, and then have to run back in and change), and an older son that enjoys playing ball and other such activities…which I simply can’t do spontaneously (or effectively) with ‘fancy’ duds on.
Love this fashion post! Wonderful answers to our fashion dilemmas and what GREAT dresses! I plan to check out that Banana Republic silk wrap dress.
Oooh, Fashion FIESTA! Can’t wait!
I have only fairly recently truly become a fashionista. Looking forward to it.
The fiesta is going to be fun! I’ve been taking some pics of my spring clothes, as I’ve also been trying to get my fashion act together, so I’m going to link up for sure!
oh boy, you had me laughing out loud when you wrote, “…if loving you is wrong, I dont’ want to be right.”
You dated yourself there, and I love it.
While we are on the topic of lying mirrors. I believe that the police department I work for has the ultimate truth mirror. I have never seen so many grey hairs in my life. Are they trying to make me give up on life and just sign up for an overtime shift, or what?
Blessings, Joanne
Oh – thank you for ripping the lid off of The Gap Conspiracy. I knew it. I just knew it.
By the way, have you seen the promo commercials for the upcoming episodes of Trading Spaces? Laurie is wearing that jacket you loved so much for Anthropologie (the one with the fall leaves on it). It is super cute.
Remember back in the day when the Gap was where you went for jeans and pocket Ts, and Banana was where you went to buy khaki shorts and pocket Ts? Except Banana also always included a nice white linen shirt in their line. And that was about all the selection they had. And, they used to be cheap. Like, college kid cheap.
Times have certainly changed.
Say, I was going to tell you that that cute white tunic top at Gap was on sale awhile ago. I tried it on and was not impressed (despite the skinny mirrors). It was far too floaty for a pear-shaped someone. I need something that accents the fact that one part of me isn’t gigantic.
But…on an all-around thin person such as yourself, I bet it would look smashing!
I was just about to post about my great experience at Gap (3 pairs, over $200), came home with a shopping “high” that was then reduced to immense tears from ACTUAL HUMAN MIRRORS! I too will be going back one last time to Gap… to return my for-never jeans.
And Cassandra… you could also check out Lane Bryant – I’ve always thought their clothes were cute!
Try Boden for some cute skirts that cover the knees.
Also, Gap so has skinny mirrors. Almost everything I try on there looks so perfect. If only those lights and mirrors would follow me all the days of my life.
Okay girls. Y’all need to toss the Gap like a cheatin’ boyfriend and embrace a new love.
Eddie Bauer.
Be still, my heart.
They have all the basics you’re all talking about, like jeans, khakis, and black pants. The prices are reasonable, and their clothes last forever. One of my favorite things about the store is that they make pants that fit every body type. My sister is very square-shaped, and she can find things there as easily as I can, and my waist is an entire dress size smaller than my hips.
They also have fun new stuff every season, too. Their spring line this year is INSANELY cute.
I agree with what you were telling Cassandra. Having staple pieces in your wardrobe such as black pants, nice jeans, and maybe one nice pair of khakis really helps. I have found GREAT pants at WHITE HOUSE BLACK MARKET – they fit wonderfully, and the fabric is wrinkle-free so less ironing!
I just recently bought three pairs there that were originally $88 each – but I got them for $29 each!!
http://www.whitehouseblackmarket.com/store/browse/sale_shelf.jsp
I recently bought some jeans from the Gap called Jeans of Perfection Svelteness, because, well, they look good.
However, I DO have to agree with you on the whole “skinny mirror” illusion.
Can I have one in my room?
I, too, am bigger. I’m 5′6″ and 185. I used the same excuses for not buying, until I literally started running out of clothes to wear in public because they started tearing. I actually wore them out. The final nail in the coffin was when I sat down at work, and my pants ripped all the way up the behind. Thank God for long sweaters. That was my wakeup call – ’cause those pants were NOT too small. I sale hopped, got stuff in my current size. I felt so much better (and being the right size IS comfortable, if you go with the right fabrics) that I actually started wearing makeup and accessories again. I know I look “put together” regardless of the size, and that gives me confidence, and I’m not shying away into my frumpy attitude anymore. My shoulders were actually starting to slump. My bottom line? By the clothes that fit you NOW so you can feel good NOW. And then… If you DO lose weight… You get to buy more! Sales are our friends.
I have experienced the mirrors at the GAP and Banana Republic. I also agree with Moriah about Ann Taylor LOFT. I bought a pair of black capris for my honeymoon last May and they looked fabulous in the dressing room. When I put them on to show my darling new husband how fabulous his new wife was….the effect was so not the same. Talk about a kick in the teeth.
I believe there should be some sort of legislation on mirrors. Either all mirrors in the world should be skinny mirrors or they should all be normal. Maybe I’ll start a petition…
I agree with you on the mirrors at Gap. I can’t tell you how many things I have returned because they didn’t fit or look good at home.
1. this post has depressed me even more bc i went to gap thurs looking for a cute black dress to wear to a big party friday and. i. looked. like. a. big. black. cow. moo. so just what in the world am i supposed to do with the skinny mirror inference? pass the rocky road please.
2. fashion fiesta: you shd TOTALLY show everyone the order of the alamo court dresses…now there is a party dress! (i always wanted to be a duchess…but chose to buy a house with the money :>) )
get caroline some cascarones and take her to her grandparents.
VIVA FIESTA!
xo,
c
ps. long live chico’s sale rack!
Great post and great advice. I love the idea of having a couple pairs of basic bottoms and many interchangeable tops. It saves time, money, and closet space. Plus, it makes getting dressed quick and easy.
Looking forward to the Fiesta. I minored in Spanish, and I think that your Spanish is better than mine.
Okay, and one more thing–am I the only one who thinks khakis are hard to do right? I think that for the most part, they are the most frumpy piece of clothing known to man, or woman as the case may be. Of course, this may be because I was forced to wear them for years as part of my school uniform, but still, I think they scream “frumpy” and I don’t care that GAP tries to say otherwise.
Doesn’t everyone dress her pet in doll clothes?
I love Erin’s comment. I got a fortune cookie not too long ago that had an actual fortune in it (Not “You are very sweet.”), and I have it taped on my computer monitor.
It says, “It’s time to get moving. Your spirits will lift accordingly.” I’m trying to apply it to all aspects of my life, including fashion. I didn’t think I knew what I was doing, and I needed to lose some pounds, so I stated in the Frump Zone. After the fortune, I bought some new items, received a ton of compliments, and now I am hooked on fashion again. Back to the days of my youth. My new-found fashion confidence and my fortune cookie have also prompted me to start exercising, which means that I have lost some weight and get to buy new clothes.
I used to hate to spend the money on myself. I used to stuff a cookie in my mouth and think “I deserve this.” Now I purchase clothes that are a size smaller, and I think, “Now I really deserve this!”
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