2/4/13 - Today's outfit cost $16 (Top, Skirt & Shoes)

This outfit is simple (didn't need to complicate today!) The gray skirt by Misha has beautiful detail (shown in the closeup) and was $3 at Angelic; the orange top by Collette was also $3; the cranberry and orange heels by Apt9 were $10 at Kohl's.  Always have an article of clothing that really makes a statement.

2/1/13 - Navy Blue all the way (Total outfit cost less than $25 - Top, Skirt & Shoes)



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You have seen these outfit pieces before.  Love, love, love the skirt by Voila ($4); the top is Ralph Lauren and the Vera Wang heels were clearance at Kohl's.

1/25/13 - Total outfit cost $38(Suit, Top & Heels)

This Tahari suit is very dark brown with tiny stripes which seemed to wreak havoc with the camera.  The suit was $20 (Dillards clearance); the red and white stripe top is Austin Reed - $3 at Angelic Resale; the Taupe heels are by LimeLight - $15 at Shoe Carnival.

1/24/13 - Today's Outfit Cost $25(Top, Skirt & Shoes)

The royal blue sweater was from JCPenney - $9; the skirt was from Angelic Resale - $3; the SimplyVera Vera Wang heels are from Kohl's clearance $13; that neat silver spiky necklace was a gift (with matching earrings) it is very unusual. 

1/21/13 - Suit Day #2

 

I had several appointments today so I threw on this Antonio Melani suit (which looks fabulous in person) and the nude heels also happen to be Antonio Melani.  Both were purchased at Dillards - clearance, of course.  The heels were $17 and the suit was about $49.  The black and silver top was $3 at Angelic Resale.

1/15/13 - Today's Outfit Cost $7 (Jacket, Top & Skirt)

Let's start the New Year with a suit - that really is not a suit at all (different designers).  While you can't see in the picture, the skirt has a pretty pleated hem and a small bow in front at the pleat line.  The jacket and aqua top are by Plaza South - $4.00 and the Skirt is by Larry Levin - $3.00: both at Angelic Resale in Conroe.  The Gianni Bini blue and black swirl shoes are fairly old and were a clearance purchase at Dillards.

12.26.12 - Today's outfit cost $17.00 (Jacket, Top, Skirt & Shoes)

Today is a suit day.  Of course, it is a 'put-together' suit.  The jacket is Anne Klein; the giraffe print top is by Western Connection; the black multi-panel skirt is by Larry Levin; the ruffled black shoes are by Steve Madden ($7.00). The vintage taupe and brown brooch picks up the colors of the shirt and I liked the ruffle of the shoes mimicking the layers of the skirt.

12.19.12 Today's outfit Cost $12.00 (Top, Skirt & Shoes)

This deep plum top is actually a 'sport' top by Miss Sixty, but it doesn't look like a sport top (I cut off the logo) - $3; the black & white print skirt is by Monte - $3; and the eggplant Nine West heels were $6. I use a lot of black & white print skirts with solid color tops. You can always look pulled together with very little effort.

12.18.12 - Today's Outfit Cost $19.00 (Dress & Shoes)

Keeping it simple today:  The navy dotted dress by American Eagle was $6 at Angelic Resale in Conroe; the Candies heels were $13 at Kohl's.  Simple can still look nice - just kick the color with the heels.

12.17.12 - Total Outfit Cost $9.00 (Top, Shirt & skirt)

This aqua top with black lace midriff is by Three Pint Hearts - purchased for $2.92 at Family Thrift in Dallas; it is 'winter' so I wore the short sleeved top over the ID Entity by Lord & Taylor long sleeved mock turtleneck, which is one of the best black tops I own - it has enough spandex to hold its shape and it feels wonderful - $3.00 at ALMC; the Norton McNaughton sheer maxi skirt was $3.00 at Angelic Resale in Conroe; the aqua snakeskin print shoes by Nine West are pretty old - I bought them at a Nine West outlet. 

12.13.12. Total Outfit Cost $ 9.00 (Twinset & Skirt)

I know it is winter, but this was just too happy not to wear.  This pink Ann Taylor twinset was $2.92 at Family Thrift in Dallas; the JFP fully embroidered skirt was $6 from Mo.Co Women's Center Thrift in The Woodlands; the Unlisted shoes have been seen before. I chose to wear blue jewelry which complimented the blue embroidery in the skirt. 

It is a Very "White Christmas"

Have you missed me?  For the past 45+ days I have been designing costumes for a "White Christmas" musical production by the Crighton Players at the Owen Theatre in Conroe, TX.  This was a 25-member cast that performed four large 'show' numbers on top of their character acting.  I spent 11 days in a row with only 3 1/2 - 4 hours of sleep  per night, while mostly living my life at the Theatre, designing, cutting, sewing - re-designing, budgeting, etc.  Eating was not on the list - nor was hygiene (we will not go into that now - suffice it to say that I really appreciate deodorant and body spray, or air freshener, whichever is handy).  It gets worse - I actually went to work one day in my housecoat and socks.  I was too exhausted to think or move and just grabbed an armload of clothes and threw them into the back of my car - at least I had the where-withal to grab some clothes. (btw - at no point during my barely conscious maneuvering did I look bad...you know, once I got dressed!)

In spite of the fact that I was obviously functioning on a Solitary Operational Brain Cell, the production is simply stunning, if I do say so myself.  (And the great reviews echo that.) The cast has managed to show off my costumes as if they were the star of the show.  In all - over 250 costumes! It is pretty sight to watch as my costumes dance all over the stage. 

Guess how much the effect of good costuming has on a theater production?  A LOT.  You might have a great show, but if your costuming is bad, people notice - and it detracts exponentially from your show.  Great costuming can elevate your show - the actors feel better and respond in kind.

Guess how much the effect of good dressing has on You?  MORE than a lot.  First, you know you are not dressed well and your attitude will match.  Then - other people know you are not dressed well - and it detracts exponentially from your impression on them.  You are the star of your own show.  No one else.  Don't settle for less than you are worth.  Don't allow poor dressing to ruin your reviews.  Put yourself in the center of your stage and dress accordingly. Don't stand in the wings because you just are not dressed like a star.  BE THE STAR OF YOUR LIFE.

If you need help putting yourself on your main stage - give me a jingle - that is what the Closet Fairy is here for - we can put you front and center. (And ALWAYS have a fabulous housecoat!)

God bless you richly.  I know that He has blessed me!

11/1/12 - Today's outfit total $26 (Top, Skirt & Shoes)

This skirt is made to look like a thousand ribbons sewn together. I have had it for around 15 years.  It was $5 at Family Thrift in Dallas; The top is older as well and I probably spent about $10 at a real store (I would love to have this top in every color of the rainbow!)  These Candies shoes were $11 at Kohl's.

10/31/12 - Harley outfit

Okay - we won't discuss any cost associated with this.  It is all official Harley gear (except the lace skirt).  I have it because my husband paid for it all!   Yes, those are fishnet hose with it (I had three people inquire about those hose).

Today's outfit cost $12 (Top, Skirt & Shoes)

 

This vintage beige pleated skirt is by Perry.  I got it for $2 at ALMC.  The plum metallic top is New York & Co purchased for $4 also at ALMC.  The patent and suede purple shoes are by Gianni Bini $6 at Goodwill (they are so shiny!) I decided this outfit needed a brooch, but two small ones looked better (one in beige and one in purple). 

Today's Outfit Cost $9 (Top & Skirt)

Let your Western pride show. People seem to go nuts over this top.  It is by Michelle Simon and embroidered with thousands of beads and sequins (mostly turquoise beads of every size and shape).  I bought it many years ago for about $5 at Family Thrift in Dallas; (since it is 36 degrees here, I put a Banana Republic gray button down under it); the turquoise broomstick skirt is by Sarah Arizona and was $4 at Family Thrift.  These suede Vis-a-vie shoes you have seen before.

Total outfit cost $7.20 (Top and Skirt)

This black Ann Taylor skirt has staggered flat layers - $4.20 at Barbara's Resale in Conroe; the J. Chaus mod patterned top was $3; you have seen these great Antonio Melani magenta and black heels before.

Today's outfit total: $24 (Top, Skirt & Shoes)

This is definitely looking like fall now (well, it is October - but 84 degrees today).  The extra soft gray sweater by Express International was $3 and the Ann Taylor Loft wine colored skirt (which is actually too big, so I just let it sit on my hips) was also $3 - both at Angelic Resale in Conroe.  These pewter Madden Girl heels were $18 (you saw them back in June).

Today's outfit cost $16.60 (Jacket, Dress & Shoes)

This jacket by Cache' is textured so nicely that people want to touch it and feel the material - $8. at Family Thrift in Dallas; the dress is a basic black spandex sheath - $4; the oxblood heels (the 'it' color for this winter) with the black bow, are by Liz Claiborne - $5.60 at Goodwill.  You've seen this necklace before.

10/16/12 - No idea about cost - all old pieces!

The wine colored silk shirt with pleated cuff is by Oscar de la Renta, purchased at Palais Royal; the tiered black and white pattern skirt was probably $4 at a thrift store somewhere; and you've seen these Antonio Melani print heels before.  You have to have a belt with an outfit like this - there must be a very real demarcation between the top and bottom.  Then I wore a large turquoise ring, just because.

Total outfit cost $13.60 (Jumper & Heels)

This little jumper is by White House/Black Market and purchased at Designers 2nd Debut in Conroe for $8.00; (you can see that I do actually own some low-heeled shoes) these Nine West kitten heeled shoes were $5.60 at Goodwill.  The camel colored turtleneck was purchased at H&M in NY.  The jumper would look too short if I didn't wear tights, so I chose a patterned tight that is actually black and camel (in person it really pulls the whole outfit together).

Total Outfit Cost $34. (Jacket, Skirt & Heels)

I love, love  this Odille olive and brown print skirt.  It is beautiful in person - textured with a bit of brown lace peeking at the hem.  Odille is a brand carried at Anthropologie, but  I purchased it new, with tags at Upscale Resale in The Woodlands for $17!  You have seen these cutie shoes by Limelight before, and the taupe jacket goes great with everything. 

10/5/12 - Today's outfit total $23 (Top, Skirt & Shoes)

 

  

The navy outfit today is certainly comfortable (all stretch!) The top is by Chaus - $3; the skirt is Chico's - $3; the navy snake heels are by Vera Wang - $17 at Kohl's.