50 Pro-Tips on How to Dress Like a Lady.
(as told by yours truly and in a completely bias opinion, hah!)
1. You cannot not wear white between Labor Day and Memorial Day. You can wear ivory, cream, or “winter white”. Oldest rule in the book. Gotta respect the grandma’s.
2. Accessory usage should be limited to 2 (maybe 3) forms at a time. Lets not take on the world with a necklace, earrings, bracelets, headband, ear cuff, and cocktail ring all at the same time.
3. If you are wearing heavy eye makeup you probably shouldn’t wear a bold lip color or vice versa. But hey, if you wanna rock the clown face, own it. Who am I to judge?
4. Dont wear “hooker” heels. And if you’re having trouble figuring out what that means– stick to flats.
5. Mixing softer styles with harder styles, can be a huge success but could also be an epic failure. Be tasteful, ladies.
6. Less is more. And I mean that figuratively.
7. Cut-outs are a trend. “destroyed” clothing is a fad. know the difference.
8. the size of a repeated pattern/print should never be larger than your fist. We really don’t want to look like a tapestry.
9. Don’t wear animal print unless you’re sassy enough to pull it off– and don’t wear more than one at a time. Ever.
10. If you are wearing a shirt/dress that requires a certain type of bra–follow through.
11. You can totally wear brown shoes/belt with a black ensemble, provided the styles coincide.
12. If you are wearing a belt with a dress it WILL be worn at your natural waist. under NO circumstance will it be worn at the hips or the empire waist.
13. Fedora’s…. lets just not do that..
14. Do not take hair advice from Snooki, or any advice for that matter.
15. I know, I know, were not in the 50′s anymore– but sometimes ya gotta wear a slip.
16. Stockings are like $3, right? So lets not wear the ones with the runs in them.
17. do NOT wear stockings/tights with peep toe shoes. do not.
18. stay away from velcro at all costs. every cost. all of the costs. ever.
19. exposed zippers might be cool. I haven’t decided yet. (I guess this really isn’t a “pro-tip” then.. oh well)
20. Lets keep the Nike’s at the gym.
21. You will ALWAYS look better in the correct size!
22. Kitten heels are hideous and a cop out. always.
23. If you are purchasing clothing with built-in-sparkles you better be accepting social security.
24. Boots are fantastic. Uggs are not boots.
25. Your hoop earrings should not be a safety hazard. You know what they say about the bigger the hoop… (well, this is awkward)
26. Scarves are a gift from God.
27. Never wear overalls. Unless you’re a scarecrow, then it’s acceptable.
28. Clashing patterns is perfect. But lets not get carried away.
29. Sunglasses are for outside.
30. Know the roots of your vintage clothing.
31. Your purse doesn’t have to match.
32. Keep those toes painted.
33. Being professional does NOT mean you have to be bland.
34. t-strap shoes are SO underrated. 35. light and acid wash jeans are a no. period.
36. I shouldn’t know whether you shop at Victoria’s Secret or Aerie by the length of your skirt. Ya know what I mean..
37. Befriend your tailor and visit them often.
38. Wash your face twice a day!
39. Most people can’t pull of white pants. Remember that in the fitting room.
40. Peacoat’s and trench coats are wonderful. Own many, wear often.
41. Glasses are such a great accessory.
42. Oxford anything is a good thing
43. If you’ve seen it on the cast of gossip girl– it is encouraged
44. Unless you’re a movie-star in the 1930′s you don’t belong in fur.
45. If you can afford anything in Burberry plaid. seize the opportunity.
46. Fringe is relative. flapper fringe > hippie fringe > distressed fringe.
47. monokini’s always look cheap.
48. Eyebrows should not look like cartoons.
49. Flats are the perfect combination of pretty and cute.
50. Men’s wear for women could someday rule the world. That is, as long as we’re staying feminine and not.. butch.
xo
laurie
laurie
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