WT: Tossing & Piles

If I have a “style,” it is Granola Chic. It’s about comfort and adapting trends (usually a season or two behind because I won’t do what other people do just like I won’t wear what others wear) with bright or chunky accessories. I’m a basic gal — I like t-shirts and jeans and an awesome set of heels. Throw in a giant purse (like the size of an overnight bag), a vintage necklace and a Pashmina and that is the sort of combination I roll with 70% of the time. That said, when I say “basics,” it does mean my closet is comprised of black and gray — quite the opposite — I LOVE colors and prints. And yes, crazy print shoes are my worst enemy. I cannot resist!

I briefly brushed on Lesbian Casual. I adapted my 90s grunge era style of simple, simple, simple (and a little dirty-esque). Meaning: casual top/tshirt, simple straight jeans and flat shoes and (cold-weather-permitting) a hoodie. If you find me doing chores or at a market on a Saturday, this is my wardrobe. Do lesbians wear this in real life? I hope so. Because it’s hot. Call me.

Example:

What I finally threw away: a black/white/silver-threaded tweed skirt suit I purchased from Newport News catalog some three or four years ago. I loved that the jacket was three-quarter length sleeved (I truly hate long sleeves) and it was a modern twist on a classic vintage-styled suit. Alas, it was ill-fitted from the start (even when I was 30 pounds heavier). It’s not worth the cost of a tailor and with the intentional frayed edging. It’s not even feasible to hem without losing what made it cute in the first place.

The jacket doesn’t button properly — it’s WAY to big (with unnecessary built-in shoulder pads to boot. Blech). The skirt is too long and (now) way too big in the waist and hips.

Donation Bin, here you go.

I mean, Newport News, Mel. Really?

Also going, a pair of camel-colored heeled ankle boots with a block, stacked platform and heel. Didn’t I say this is what I didn’t like about the 70s?

1. Velveteen Rabbits I had a stack of clothes in my closet that needed new buttons and fixed seams originally labeled for the cleaners. Nah, I can do it! As of today, these items are all repaired! YAY! And I likely saved myself $30-$40.
2. Torture devices I cannot wear halter tops — they tug constantly at my neck and I’m not even full busted. Yet, every turn of the warm weather, I buy a new top or dress. Now, this Spring, I opted for the larger halter neck strap (instead of just a thin tie), hoping this will make a difference. I have one Gap dress that’s been in my closet for YEARS just like this, and has seen some summer days. Crossing my fingers again. Same goes for tube dresses/tops. I always wanted to wear them, but had a strange mole that was visible without straps. Now that it’s been lanced, I’m giving them a try this summer. I’m hoping I don’t eat these words come mid-summer. Also, I cannot wear wool. Ever (it gives me a rash). At least when exposed against my skin. I only two wool coats (that typically have many layers beneath). Do you know how hard it is to shop for sweaters and suits that are non-wool? With shoes, it is sling-backs. I cannot walk in them. Also, cannot wear silk or satin. It is the only fabric in the WORLD that makes my armpits sweat. I don’t even have to wear anti-perspirant when I work out, that’s how much I never sweat.
3. Superstars Two pairs of jeans, depending on the outfit: my aforementioned J Brand skinny jeans or my Paige slightly flared leg jeans. And yes, I have two favorite solid t-shirts, a navy blue crewneck from Express and a heather gray v-neck from Target. It’s all about the accessories, jacket or shoes. Really.
4. Orphans I’m not all about matching properly, so I can’t logically think through the orphan category, unless you count the fact that I have not a pair of flat (walkable) black boots to match all the black cuteness in my closet.
5. Stalwart Staples Couple of collared shirts that are meh, but necessary and like eight pairs of black pants in all fabrics, shades and lengths. You know, “just in case.”
6. Same Time, Next Year Black suit coat and turtlenecks. Both, I hate.
7. Sentimental Journeys What if I still irregularly wear my Sentimental Journeys? I have a gray snap-button cardigan from Delia’s that I gave away to my sister like ten years ago, which ended up in a donation bag of hers. I reclaimed it, and even with the small holes in the sleeves (I fold them up), I wear it at least once a month. Love. Second, are my old Abercrombie jeans. I love these sunamabitches. They are torn, shredded and split. Yet, I’ll still wear them in the summer. Or holidays that I can wear funky striped tights underneath (eg: tailgating and St. Patrick’s Day). These jeans have been with me on EVERY vacation. I have looked into Denim Therapy. And yes, I know the cost or refurbishing will be three times the price the jeans. That’s not the point…
8. Mysteries of the Lost Shopping Trip Oh, I think I answered some of that in Stalwart. Anyways, I have too many pairs of shoes that fit this list. I can tell you the one time I wore each of those heels though. And mostly, it’s because I feel the need to purchase “birthday shoes” every year. I also have a pair of cropped jeans that look almost like sailor pants. I kind of love them, and I don’t know why.

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