I can’t tell you how many times since becoming a mother I‘ve signed that tuition check thinking, “This could buy a lot of shoes.” Okay I can – every time. It’s always been said that if you haven’t worn something for at least a year, get rid of it. Even if I could afford to do this, I wouldn’t. While this may hold true for some cheaper or trendier pieces, I have items in my closet that I have literally worn for 20 years (not consecutively of course.) If you’re lacking the expendable income for fall clothes this season, never fear! Below is a list of things to dig out as well as suggestions for updating your wardrobe – all without ever having to leave the house!
1. Cowboy boots are huge for fall – drag ‘em out and dust ‘em off! (You know they’re in there left over from the 90’s.)
2. If you have dresses with a less than current cut? Belt them! Skinny, wide, chain…belts are a super quick way to modernize a dated silhouette.
3. Grab a pair of your husband’s jeans (yes, your husband’s.) The ‘Boyfriend’ jean is the hottest cut of the season; cuff the bottoms and wear a cute belt.
4. Plaid; it’s here again. Even those boxy shirts can look up to date. Visit your tailor and have him take in the sides for a sleeker fit.
5. Jewel Tones. Deep reds, greens and purples are fresh again, so if you’ve get them? Wear them!
6. Get your tights out. I’ve always kept the nicer more durable ones: lace, textured, opaque, fishnet…just waiting for the right time to bring them out and cozy up!
7. This is THE season for costume jewelry, so pile it on. If you don’t have any I’ll bet your mother and grandmother do…
8. Store your structured, ladylike bags for another season. Bigger is better right now.
9. Your tailor is your best friend. If you have pants, dresses or blouses that look dated? Reevaluate; take note of more current trends and have them altered. If you need to, bring a picture from a magazine for reference.
10. And last but hardly least, platforms. I nabbed a couple great 70’s pairs from my mom’s closet (technically not mine, but close.) Thanks mom!
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