| In any and every given moment of your life, | | | | attention to fashion and beauty magazines and |
| you are either in command of yourself, or you | | | | adjust your taste to the fashions that are |
| are being commanded. Guy Finley | | | | made available. Rather then being blindly led |
| | | | to something that may just be the popular |
| Keeping a wardrobe that is complete and | | | | style of the moment, adjusting your style is |
| always new is rare. The costs of buying | | | | the better way to go. |
| clothing today and with the constant change | | | | |
| in styles, bargains are a treasure. There is | | | | Where do you start to build a best-dressed |
| a definite challenge to being well dressed at | | | | wardrobe? Start at the beginning and learn to |
| all times, especially on a limited budget. | | | | stretch your fashion dollars by saving any |
| For working women this is difficult, yet, it | | | | clothing you already have. Make an inventory |
| can be done. | | | | of what you have in your closet. Most of us |
| | | | usually make two main divisions. One is your |
| The key is in the planning. It takes money to | | | | summer-wear; the other is your winter wear. |
| build a wardrobe, or to start over from one | | | | Stay within reason and keep anything that is |
| season to the next. When you plan your | | | | still useful and in good condition. Just try |
| wardrobe, keep in mind your particular style | | | | not to cling to any clothing, even for |
| or look. If you find yourself asking | | | | sentimental reasons, that have not been worn |
| questions like, What on earth will I wear | | | | for over a year. They only take up space. |
| today? Or, I have got absolutely nothing to | | | | |
| wear! Another favorite is to telephone a few | | | | Dresses, suits and coats are your most |
| friends to see what they are going to wear. | | | | important investment and should be cared for |
| If you find yourself doing any of these, | | | | properly. Upon removing them at the end of |
| then, your goal is to plan. | | | | the day, be sure to immediately hang them up |
| | | | on their individual hangers. Check for spots |
| Asking yourself some of the following | | | | and stains, and if necessary, brush them off |
| questions may prove helpful: | | | | and air them first before putting them away. |
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| Does your wardrobe consist of more than 20% | | | | In dressing well, the other parts of your |
| of clothing you have not worn in over a year, | | | | wardrobe include your shoes and accessories. |
| thinking they may come back in style? | | | | Shoes are a major item and must be kept clean |
| | | | and in shape as often as possible. Constantly |
| Do you own enough accessories to start your | | | | walking along cemented sidewalks can be a |
| own craft store? | | | | death march to your shoe heels and soles. |
| | | | Have them repaired as frequently as possible |
| How often do you make impulse purchases? | | | | and discard shoes when they are |
| | | | unsalvageable. |
| Before purchasing, do you allow enough time | | | | |
| to actually try on the garments? | | | | Accessories are additional items that may be |
| | | | the central aim of your outfit. Give them |
| Answering these questions may make you frown, | | | | your attention. Jewelry items must be |
| but these fashion problems are not uncommon. | | | | sparkling clean. Any traces of tarnish on |
| Just realizing what your fashion sense is, is | | | | silver pieces can be cleaned with silver |
| the first step. | | | | polish. Soap and warm water may be applied to |
| | | | jeweled rings, except on pearls, to remove |
| Getting to know your own particular styles | | | | dust and dried soap on the stones or |
| including the strengths and weaknesses of | | | | settings. A little soap and water rinse, and |
| your figure type is a start. Make a point to | | | | even a little rubbing alcohol on many costume |
| focus on a clear image of what you consider | | | | pieces can bring back the shine. |
| being well dressed. Knowing what you like, | | | | |
| want, and what looks well on you are | | | | With a little planning, a lot of care, and |
| important. Buy only what suits you best and | | | | special thought to your wardrobe purchases, |
| not rely on the opinion of someone else. Nor | | | | you can add life to your clothing and have a |
| should you base your decision only on what is | | | | closet that will rival any superstar. |
| currently popular. | | | | Dressing well is a sign of your self-esteem. |
| | | | And self-esteem is a part of your personal |
| Fashion is distinctive to each individual and | | | | development. Without it, you may not be |
| does not need to be classified into a | | | | motivated to pay any special attention to the |
| standard mold. Let your own taste dictate | | | | way you dress. Go do, and be well dressed! |
| your fashion and beauty behavior. Pay | | | | |