At some point in late August I was doing a little online shopping and happened upon this beautiful coat for an incredibly discounted price. As fashion fortune would have it, I also happened to have some birthday money burning a hole in my pocket.
I bought the coat and it was all I hoped it would be. It’s this beautiful orange color with embroidery all over it in shades of turquoise, but, sadly, it just sat in my closet day after ninety degree day. Oh Texas fall, you are so cruel.
Finally, last Sunday, it was a crisp, cool day. And even though I was having a bad hair day, I decided to wear the coat to church. I figured it would take the focus off my ratty bedhead and the crease marks on my forehead.
P was driving the car. I was sitting in the passenger seat feeling oh-so-sassy in my fab coat in spite of the fact that I’d had to pull out the Santa Claus threat to get Caroline to let me comb her hair.
I looked in the mirror to apply just a little more lipgloss and put on my sunglasses. That’s when I noticed P was looking at me and grinning.
“What are you looking at?”
“You.”
“Why are you looking at me?”
“You kind of look like Burt Reynolds in that jacket.”
Nice.
Like Burt Reynolds has my impeccable taste in coats.
Needless to say, I didn’t look at all like Burt Reynolds. Here’s a picture of me from Sunday morning. I’ll let y’all be the judge.
See? P has no idea what he’s talking about.
Anyway, it’s Fashion Friday and I thought it might be fun (just pretend like it is!) if I made a list of five fashion items you can add to your Christmas wishlist (if you want to, no pressure)
Maybe you’ll find something you can’t live without. Or at least something that would make you happy if you found it under your tree Christmas morning, as opposed to Uncle Ed after too much eggnog.
1. A great scarf.
A scarf is a must-have item and about the best accessory around. What else will keep you warm and fashion-forward all at the same time?
If it were me, I would wish for this one. Or maybe this one. Or maybe something simple and cozy like this one.
2. A really good pair of jeans.
Obviously you don’t want to send your husband or boyfriend or dad to go get these for you unless you can give them specific written instructions. Otherwise this could go way wrong.
I am a strong believer in a great pair of jeans. If any item is worth the splurge, it’s denim. Unless you’re allergic to denim, then it’s totally NOT worth it because of all the hydrocortisone creams and what-have-you.
3. A fun necklace.
I love this necklace because I have a slight obsession with all things turquoise and it’s always my go-to jewelry choice.
And how cute is this little funky owl necklace? So, SOOO cute is the correct answer.
I guess I’m feeling the bird love because I also love this lovebird necklace.
But I feel certain there are some poultry-free jewelry options out there this year.
4. A non-Burt Reynolds coat
You can find a great deal on winter coats at the moment because, I don’t know if you’ve heard, but apparently we’re in a recession.
J.Crew has 40% off on select outerwear right now. You could get something like this cute little number for a great price. And you will look like Audrey Hepburn rather than the Bandit.
I also like this plaid, belted coat and I think this coat is the cat’s pajamas.
Except I don’t know a cat that would actually wear that coat to bed.
But speaking of…
5. Pajamas
I have a slight obsession with pajamas that is rivaled only by my obsession of choosing the right Christmas card. No matter how many pajamas I own, I always want a new pair.
Because I am a fan of elastic waistbands. Comfort is key.
Check out these cowgirl flannel pajamas. I think I’m in love.
Although if I’m going to pay that much for pajamas, I’ll be forced to concoct an elaborate scheme in which I figure out a way to wear them outside of my home.
So these might be a better option. There is no place that feeds my loungewear addiction like Target because, HELLO, all you need to see is Mistletoad.
And if Mistletoad wasn’t enough, they also sell footie pajamas for adults. With sock monkeys for the feet.
Although I have to admit from the cruel voice of experience that footie pajamas seem like a good idea until you have to get up and go to the bathroom on a really cold night. You can consider that piece of life advice a little early Christmas present.
Y’all have a great Friday.
Love,
The Bandit