What? Fashion Friday on a Saturday?
That’s just crazy.
Every now and then I like to shake things up a bit.
Actually, that’s not true at all. I really don’t like to shake things up. I like for them to remain exactly the same. Change makes me nervous.
However, I didn’t get to these questions yesterday and I felt the pressure to answer them in a timely manner.
Total sidenote. P just asked me what I was working on and I explained that I’m finishing up a Fashion Friday to post tomorrow even though it’s Saturday. His eyes got big and he said, “YOU ARE OUT OF CONTROL”.
I’m fairly certain he is mocking me.
Anyway, I fell off the Fashion Friday wagon back in June and failed to answer several reader questions in a timely manner. I mean it doesn’t do anyone any good for me to tell them what they should have worn to a party that happened three weeks ago. It could create lingering regret.
Kind of like the time(s) in college when I wore cowboy boots with shorts.
But at least I can say I did it before Britney.
Of course, that’s small consolation.
So, as part of my resolve for timeliness, I am answering a couple of questions today.
Here it goes.
1. Rena asks: “I tried on a pair of the modern wide-legged trouser jeans and they were $80. They were great. But I was willing to wait and try elsewhere. Old Navy had some on clearance for only $16.99. I figured I need somewhere in between the price/quality of the two I tried that day.
So I looked online and found some at Target, then I went to Gap. And I got the pair from there. They were $69.00. BUT….they are long. I know they are supposed to have length to them, but these are LONG.
Do I try a few others and see if the length will vary? Of course, that could be better or worse in price. But I do LOVE this pair! I could have them hemmed a bit, but do you think that would perhaps alter the look?”
Okay, you may be asking the wrong person because my gut reaction is to tell you to return the jeans from Gap, go spend the extra $11.00 and get the first pair you tried on and loved.
However, you may now be madly in love with the Gap jeans and totally over the first pair. It happens.
Gap jeans are always long, unless they are specifically made in a varying lengths. My advice is to go get them hemmed to a length that will work better for your wardrobe.
BUT keep these important factors in mind. Are you going to dry them in the dryer or hang them to dry? I personally believe that all jeans should be hung to dry unless it is a dire situation and you need your jeans in an hour. If you’re a dryer kind of person, then wash and dry them BEFORE you take them to a tailor so that you can factor in how much they will shrink.
Also, find a tailor that understands that you want them hemmed using the original hem. Trust me, this is important and if they don’t know what you’re talking about, take your beloved jeans and get out of there. I’m not kidding.
Otherwise you may end up with a hem with bright gold thread. I know of what I speak.
2. Raquel asks: “My husband and I were invited to his boss’s 50th bday party it is at a very swanky place, my husband has been there for work functions but I have not. HELP what should I wear? I am a sahm of 4 kids (1,4,5,10) and I never dress up ever! I am plus-sized and am not too picky other than I don’t wear sleeveless so if it sleeveless, or tank, spaghetti I need to wear something over it. I normally shop online or at Lane Bryant. My favorite color to wear is black.”
Okay, I searched the world wide web for some options for you and found several things that might work depending on your style and preference. Also, for the record, it is close to impossible to find a dress with sleeves these days. Who knew?
I think this chocolate brown dress is really pretty and different from just a basic black dress.
Normally, I’m not a fan of navy but this silk wrap dress in navy is really pretty and I think it would look great accessorized with some silver strappy sandals and silver jewelry.
Not everyone is a fan of the style and may accuse me of posting a muu-muu, but I really like this beaded neck trapeze dress. I think the beaded neckline is so pretty, plus think how comfortable it would be.
Although I realize your husband’s boss’s birthday party may not be the time to focus on comfort.
Last of all, I found this sleeveless knee-length, black sheath dress . It’s basic. It’s black. It’s timeless.
The good news is you could wear it forever and dress it up and down with various accessories. The bad news is it might seem boring. Personally, I am a fan of the basic black dress. I have one in my closet and it has been with me through countless fashion emergencies.
And I also found this chiffon wrap with satin trim or this two-tone wrap in blue. Either one would look great with a basic black dress.
Hope y’all have a great time on your big night o’ fun.
And that’s all I have for today.
Go enjoy your Saturday!