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RULE 3. Edit your closet each season. It is always good to donate the clothing that
can be reused and rid yourself of items that are falling apart. It helps refresh your
wardrobe and makes you aware of the key pieces you need to purchase for that
season.
RULE 4. Say please and thank you, hold the door for the person behind you and don’t
forget to hand write a thank you note when it’s appropriate. Why do all of these
things? Because having good manners never goes out of style.
RULE 5. Find a good tailor in your area and utilize them. I don’t care what you pay for
an article of clothing. It isn’t going to look great if it isn’t tailored for your body.
Usually alterations run from $5.00 to $20.00. It’s money well spent when you realize
how different you look.
RULE 6. When shopping, purchase classic pieces first. This way you have a good
basis for your wardrobe. These pieces should fit you well and become staples to
base outfits off of. Trendy pieces should be kept to a minimum each season. Buy
only a few that you really love. Not only will this keep your closet from getting
crowded it will help save money.
can be reused and rid yourself of items that are falling apart. It helps refresh your
wardrobe and makes you aware of the key pieces you need to purchase for that
season.
RULE 4. Say please and thank you, hold the door for the person behind you and don’t
forget to hand write a thank you note when it’s appropriate. Why do all of these
things? Because having good manners never goes out of style.
RULE 5. Find a good tailor in your area and utilize them. I don’t care what you pay for
an article of clothing. It isn’t going to look great if it isn’t tailored for your body.
Usually alterations run from $5.00 to $20.00. It’s money well spent when you realize
how different you look.
RULE 6. When shopping, purchase classic pieces first. This way you have a good
basis for your wardrobe. These pieces should fit you well and become staples to
base outfits off of. Trendy pieces should be kept to a minimum each season. Buy
only a few that you really love. Not only will this keep your closet from getting
crowded it will help save money.
RULE 7. Remember that even on a budget you can look good. These days you can buy
clothes everywhere from Target to Dolce and Gabbana. Shop in your price range and know
what looks good on your body. Take the time to really learn what is going to look best on
you.
RULE 8. Dress your age. I have said this before and will say it many times again. 50-year-
old women do not need to be wearing a halter-top and mini skirt. Likewise, 20-year-old
women do not need to be showing their mid-drift and ass cleavage. Part of dressing your
age and being sexy is showing just a hint of skin. Trust me when I say it’s much more
appealing then seeing all of your supposed assets.
RULE 9. It is always better to be overdressed; it is much better than showing up at an event
and being the only person in jeans. If you walk into a room in a great dress and terrific
shoes and everyone else is wearing jeans and a t-shirt don’t even think twice about it.
People are going to look at you and think wow she looks great. Just be comfortable in what
you are wearing and enjoy it.
RULE 10. Finally, when receiving a compliment say, “Thank you”. It is not stylish or attractive
to say “this old thing” or “hardly”. Enjoy the compliment and even if you don’t believe it
saying thank you will make you feel better. After a time you will start to believe that you do
look good. It’s a great confidence building exercise.
clothes everywhere from Target to Dolce and Gabbana. Shop in your price range and know
what looks good on your body. Take the time to really learn what is going to look best on
you.
RULE 8. Dress your age. I have said this before and will say it many times again. 50-year-
old women do not need to be wearing a halter-top and mini skirt. Likewise, 20-year-old
women do not need to be showing their mid-drift and ass cleavage. Part of dressing your
age and being sexy is showing just a hint of skin. Trust me when I say it’s much more
appealing then seeing all of your supposed assets.
RULE 9. It is always better to be overdressed; it is much better than showing up at an event
and being the only person in jeans. If you walk into a room in a great dress and terrific
shoes and everyone else is wearing jeans and a t-shirt don’t even think twice about it.
People are going to look at you and think wow she looks great. Just be comfortable in what
you are wearing and enjoy it.
RULE 10. Finally, when receiving a compliment say, “Thank you”. It is not stylish or attractive
to say “this old thing” or “hardly”. Enjoy the compliment and even if you don’t believe it
saying thank you will make you feel better. After a time you will start to believe that you do
look good. It’s a great confidence building exercise.
Cost does not equal style. That’s right you read that
last line correctly. Who ever decided that only
knowing what fits your body, how to put pieces
together and how to present yourself. Truth be told I
am a believer that some of us were born with that
talent. But for the rest of us, it can be learned. Once
learned you are going to realize you have more self-
esteem and confidence. I see so many television
shows in which people say they don’t care about how
they dress or what people think. Often this is the
answer because people just give up. They have
decided that it’s easier not to try to better themselves.
Part of being confident is feeling good in your skin
fashionista should follow this New Year.
last line correctly. Who ever decided that only
knowing what fits your body, how to put pieces
together and how to present yourself. Truth be told I
am a believer that some of us were born with that
talent. But for the rest of us, it can be learned. Once
learned you are going to realize you have more self-
esteem and confidence. I see so many television
shows in which people say they don’t care about how
they dress or what people think. Often this is the
answer because people just give up. They have
decided that it’s easier not to try to better themselves.
Part of being confident is feeling good in your skin
fashionista should follow this New Year.
By Colin Megaro
RULE 1. Look in the mirror and say to yourself every
day “I love you”. Please don’t let yourself become
cocky. It’s good to be reminded of our strengths and
weaknesses on a daily basis. It’s proactive to remind
ourselves what needs work in our lives.
RULE 2. Surround yourself with a great group of
friends. That is right! Get rid of the people in your life
but in the long run, it’s worth it.
day “I love you”. Please don’t let yourself become
cocky. It’s good to be reminded of our strengths and
weaknesses on a daily basis. It’s proactive to remind
ourselves what needs work in our lives.
RULE 2. Surround yourself with a great group of
friends. That is right! Get rid of the people in your life
but in the long run, it’s worth it.
Start this New Year
Off In Style
Off In Style
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