Well, Oprah said it: "These are the 10 things every woman needs to have." She had her guest Lloyd Boston go over the basics so we'd always be able to throw an outfit together, no matter what. The funny thing is, I've never left the house naked, even without the benefit of the list. I thought did ok before this enlightenment but I guess I've been living under a blanket of ignorance. Here are the MUST HAVES:
- a trenchcoat. (don't have one, need to get...in all honesty, i've been wanting one, so that's good)
- turtlenecks: one black, one white (don't have either, need to get)
- black trousers (got a great pair)
- tunic top (i don't think i have one. i have to look in my closet)
- one pair white (WHAT?! WHITE JEANS? why? to wear to the Guns 'n' Roses concert in...oh...1987?!)
- one pair dark jeans (no prob, got 'em)
- black dress (i've got a couple of these)
- white denim jacket (yuck. i need to get)
- black skirt (all set)
- cashmere sweater (thank you, Marshall's for your great deals)
And then for shoes and bags:
- flats (leopard print was recommended. don't have.)
- big, oversized bag (don't have...got rid of these so i wouldn't pack too much stuff and have a ton of weight on my shoulder)
If you listen very closely, you can hear my checking account sigh in exhaustion.
I think I am supposed to be less stressed out if I have these items in the closet. Instead, I think it's more stressful to look just like everyone else. I mean, I can definitely be a "shlumpadinka" but I don't know that dressing like an automaton is my solution. Still, I cannot knock it until I try it. I'll let you know when I have all these items in my closet. I might end up blissfully happy.
But seriously. White jeans?
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
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I always intend on posting here, L.O. I must have an affinity for fashion to feel compelled to write today! Seriously though, I really enjoy reading your blog every day~ it's exciting to see what Oprah has in store for you, and better yet, your reactions. Honestly though, you absolutely cannot purchase those hideous clothes. The turtlenecks alone make me cringe. Don't do it. DON'T DO IT!!! If I had that old bin of clothes from 1991 still, I'd provide you with all of your necessities to complete this mission. Maybe a couple of flannel shirts, too.
I would only buy the clothes if you know they look flattering and you'd wear them. I look awful without a neck and so avoid turtleneck sweaters at all times.
I would also think that a pair of pale dress or causaul pants would be a better choice than white jeans.
My top laugh of the day came when I imagined that large group of women all hanging out together at Starbucks with a rainbow of scarves around their necks, all tied in the same fashion.
And in defense of the white jeans... I have a terrific pair from Chico's that I feel really great in. But I live in Clearwater, FL. I don't know if I'd feel the same way in a different place. I certainly doubt their spot on a universal "Must Have" List. I prefer Tim Gunn's version of the list.
oh, the three of you just made me laugh.
so, lara, i'm in the same boat - turtlenecks aren't so hot on me. and i can't imagine anything i want LESS than a white jean jacket. still, this year-long experiment hinges on my ability to give my power of choice away to oprah. when she says jump into a pair of white jeans, i say how high.
but trust me, oh trust me, i'd cut about 1/2 the items out of the list if it were up to me.
christy - brilliant about the scarf image. the sad thing is, i usually do wear my scarf like that, but now i'm going to experiment with other ways to tie it! :) and thank you for the reminder that it's possible to get a pair of white jeans that won't make me look like a groupie of an 80s hair band. i will keep the faith.
keep an eye out for a photo of me in my new black and white clothes. just give me some time. i'm gonna need to do some bargain hunting on these items.
xo
LO
ignore sharon. oprah said you have to own and wear white denim and animal print flats. and i need a good laugh, can you wear them all together on march 8.love joie
Okay, I agree with Joie; if this is about getting a good laugh, then so be it. I want you to wear the white denim jacket and jeans, black turtleneck, and leopard print flats...oh, and don't forget that oversized bag. Maybe in italic? Gold would look best with the leopard print.
Do you have a pair of oversized shades, too? I look forward to seeing you on March 8th with your new look.
Go for it Sexy Mama; this could be part of finding your 'inner sex-pot', right?
The best part of all of this is thinking of you when watching Oprah and thinking "oh man, poor girl has a lot of shopping to do..."
Although didn't they say that you could get a dark jean jacket too? get the dark jacket, with a black turtle, you'll look hot.
Or, as comedian Mitch Hedberg says about turtlenecks "like you have a really weak little person trying to strangle you."
Hey Hixx, The dark jacket/white jacket thing is a tough one - Boston said at the last moment we could get a very dark jacket instead. But, on screen, the numbered list only said a white jean jacket. What do you think? This is my life, overinterpretation of advice given on a talk show.
On the website (which I've been using a bit as a bible of information) here is a quote: "Another one of Llyod's demin dos is a jacket-preferably white or dark blue." Heck, I'm going for it. I'm going dark blue.
Anyone who wants to weigh in on this one, please do, if you feel like I'm playing with the rules. I want to do exactly as I'm told!
for me the ugh is the fucking white turtleneck AND white jean jacket--that's so grandma. and the leopard flats-- who wants to walk around with splotches all over her feet? not so sure about this Oprah's Must-Haves--that is, unless you're like over 85.
i did break down and get a pair of white jeans, the matchstick from jcrew. skinny leg.
good luck with putting together some new stylin' outfits. it won't get "white jean" weather here until it's too hot to even wear pants.
I think if he gives you a choice you can do that. He vocalized it, so I think you can do the blue jacket. Even if it just says white on the website.
I might even get one, dark blue jean jacket is kind of cute!
Oh, and another thing I just thought of, you don't have to buy these things new right? You can do a thrift store for some of these things can't you?
I LOVE turtlenecks, so I'd have no problem with that - they are so cozy on a cold Chicago day. I agree that one in every basic color is a must-have for me. I also recently got "faux" turtlenecks in black & white - I love these b/c I get so hot when I dress for outdoors but spend the day indoors, so can take a layer off and have short sleeves on!
Leopard print flats? I hate any of those little "slipper" style flats, myself. But I do have a very hot, if unbelievably dangerous (b/c of the crazy height), pair of leopard print platform-type shoes - they made me feel amazing when I wore them as a sexy character in Tony n Tina's wedding!
I must recommend Village Discount - there's one right at the end of my alley, on Clark, and I have spent $25 there at a time and come home with a BAG of clothes - all of which are nearly new or certainly appear so - and on which I get compliments repeatedly (my costume in the play is all second-hand). Can't beat it - they divide the store up by newer items (in front), and then everything else is separated by clothing item, and then by color. You can find most things on your list there.
what's March 8th? I want to see the show! :-)
oh, i am TOTALLY hitting the thrift stores. no doubt about it. marshalls, tj maxx and thrift stores.
i'm still concerned because i don't think i have a white jeans butt. i guess that's what the tunic top is for!!
jeanne - march 8 is a 1st birthday party for my friend's son.
Must is a strong word, but for the fashion forward, we created a list of basics...these aren't your grandma's generation's "basics". Check it out on Snaps and Daps!! http://snapsanddaps.blogspot.com/2008/11/daps-list-clothing-edition.html
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