expensive, and W magazine and the Style section of The New York Times too
outrageous, Mother Jean gives her annual fashion advice for fall
2012.
-Shop your closet: The possibilities are strong that what you
already have, accessorized with a fall color such as burnt almond, leaf green or
coral, will look just as good as what the stores are showing. One of the newer
cropped jackets can team up with many pairs of your existing slacks, or a new
scarf can revive an old cashmere sweater.
While fashion pundits now
advise us that the “no white after Labor Day” rule is a thing of the past, I do
think that white jeans or a polyester blend paired with a autumn-colored sweater
or blouse looks fine, but lightweight white cotton or florals should now be
banished to the basement or attic till next year.
-Put away the shorts: When it is really hot, they are a practical choice, but
let’s face it, many of us (other than the bobbies in Bermuda) don’t look that
great in shorts. Also, put away the flip-flops and sandals. It is time for real
shoes or at least, darker colored, strap walking shoes.
-Accessories make
the outfit: Early in my career, I was responsible for accessorizing the clothes
chosen for fashion publicity photos. I learned that a well-chosen pin, scarf or
blouse can add spice to a simple suit or dress. My own favorite accessory is a
good-looking or unusual handbag, and I admit to owning quite a few.
For
ladies “of a certain age” whose size, like mine, dictates that they can’t wear
extreme fashion and whose budget and feet require they remain comfortably
conservative, a unique, statement-making handbag can bring zing to an otherwise
simple outfit.
T.J. Maxx always has a wonderful selection, and
end-of-the-season sales at the Clinton Outlet can “bag” you a
bargain.
-True elegance is wearing what becomes you: This season or any
season, knowing what looks good on you and wearing it with your own personal
flair, is what fashion is all about. Boots and leggings may be “in” and look
great on slender, twentysomethings, but they can look ridiculous on a mature
woman. If purple is this season’s color, but it makes you look as though you
just left Yale-New Haven Hospital, don’t wear it.
Sleeveless styles are
out unless you have arms like Michele Obama, and I’ve yet to see a woman who can
walk gracefully while wearing stiletto heels.
Then, when all seems right, smile and give yourself a compliment. Feeling good about yourself is a great way to start any day.
Contact Jean Cherni, certified senior adviser for Senior Living Solutions and Pearce Plus, a helpful, full-service program for seniors contemplating a move, at jeancherni@sbcglobal.net or 15 The Ponds at 101 Hotchkiss Grove, Branford 06405.
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