From the time I was able to dress myself, I was aware of what colors went well together and how proportion determined a “look”. With my first issue of Seventeen magazine at the tender age of twelve, I wanted to be a model so I could wear all those heavenly clothes and I did model for a while…at least until my growth stopped short (no pun intended) at 5′ 2″. No high-fashion modeling for me! But I was the perfect size for commercial modeling because I could make a refrigerator and other appliances look larger than life! I still subscribe to Vogue, Bazaar, and Elle, even though I wouldn’t dream of wearing most of what is shown on those lithe six-foot beauties who are able to pull off even the most bizarre designs. One thing I always get a kick out of is the “What’s In” and What’s Out” sections. Here’s what is presently deemed as “Out” according to the April issue of Bazaar: 1. Teardrop earrings (can you imagine! They are classics and I love teardrop earrings!), 2. Ornate bib necklaces (tell that to a Bead Dreams entrant and you will be met with a great deal of disapproval), 3. Patent leather clutches (I have several and have no intention of retiring them), 4. Platform heels (I don’t wear heels anymore, but I do wear platforms – remember, I’m 5′ 2″ and need all the height I can get!), 5. Bakelite bangles (are they nuts? Bakelite is so cool!), 6. Multicolored stone rings (get real!), 7. Loop-toe sandals (get real, again!), 8. Bucket bags (well, I don’t own any and that style has never appealed to me). What I’d like to know is who makes up these lists anyway?
Aside from jewelry, fashion has always been my passion…
by Barbara | Apr 6, 2013 | An Aside, Art to Wear, Inspiration, One-of-a-Kind | 4 comments
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Wow. I must be so ‘out’ then. I love all of these, I don’t wear heels or wedges, but something’s just don’t go out of style. Like those teardrop earrings. I spose fashion only exists for the rich and famous, or at least the rich, not those who wear what they like or what actually looks good.
True…and there are some real fashions victims out there who will wear anything “trendy” or “in” regardless of how terrible it looks on them.
I find that really sad. Do they think it makes them better. Is it a whole self esteem issue… I still have clothes from five years/seasons ago.
Jennifer, I have clothes in my closet from thirty years ago!