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9/3/2020 10 Comments

Everyday Fashionistas, Don't Give Up on Style Just Yet


Everything has changed, and the word "unprecedented," keeps being used. But when you look at what happens to style when the sky begins to fall, we can turn to history, because the bottom has dropped out before.

​In short, here's an encouraging forecast you can take to the bank - fashion will change, but it won't disappear.
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In our time, minimalism, capsule wardrobe dressing, and an emphasis on classics have slowly gained ground on lightning-fast fashion trends in the past few years, but our experts think longlasting classics will become the norm now. “Less disposable income means less money to throw away on clothing each season, and priority will go to clothes that will be fashionable longer than a couple of months,” Pfingst says. - InStyle.com
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How Fashion Will Change


Yesterday, we took a look at what has been showing up for fall on the runways and what is likely to show up in the stores. But what will people buy and wear?

What I have read suggests that the following is what we will see people wearing more of as corona continues...

(1) Easy wash-and-wear pieces

(2) Classic style that is more likely to stand the test of time

(3) Comfy clothing with an upgrade that's easy to wear at home
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We’ll reinvigorate the kinds of clothing that are one step above PJs: wrap dresses, caftans, easy blouses, and wide leg loose-fitting pants that make us feel like queens of our realm instead of prisoners. -InStyle 
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Dressing Up in Style


​Will we ever wear our best clothes again? Probably, they say. We will want to dress up again and may reach for whatever is currently in style to do so.

I kept reading, too, that tailored styles are likely to return in popularity. So we may see more classic fashion. And I hope, clothes that are more sustainable.

If it were up to me, casual comfy clothing would win the day, but instead, it looks like those of us who favor that style had better soak it up while we can because it isn't here to stay.

So if you are starting to get good and tired of wearing the same things over and over again, I know it might be impractical to dress up, but do get creative with what you're wearing. I encourage you to find casual ways to create looks and outfits you'll enjoy seeing in the mirror.
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Inside clothes are not pajamas, they’re not athleisure, and they’re certainly not lingerie. They are what you wear when you actively live your life indoors. I buy them more often than I buy outside clothes, and I aggressively cull and curate them, because my standards are very high. - Connie Wang, Refinery29.com

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Meanwhile, Choose Quality Loungewear


Putting on “real” clothes while you’re staying home during the COVID-19 pandemic probably feels a little strange and oftentimes totally unnecessary. Still, despite social distancing measures, getting dressed as part of a normal routine can help you manage coronavirus-related anxiety. But that doesn't mean you need to start wearing underwire bras and pants with buttons again (the horror!). ​- Good Housekeeping
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Mark the change in seasons, with colors that bring you to life, and comfy styles that will still feel like you, but also will feel good at home.

​What do you most miss wearing? Or what's on your wish list?

See you tomorrow!

Love, Jeanine


10 Comments
Pamela Schmidlin link
9/3/2020 03:28:08 am

I think I gave up on style awhile ago...I hope you can bring me back! Love ya Jeanine!!

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Jeanine Byers link
9/3/2020 02:50:57 pm

Don't give up! i hope I can help tempt you back to style, too. :)

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Glenda Cates link
9/3/2020 05:58:30 am

I was in the store yesterday and treated myself to 3 new fun T Shirts to wear while teaching my son that I can wear when walking in the neighborhood I knew kids stuck at home would like. As well as a cute T Shirt reminding everyone we Homeschool. Along with a cute pair of shorts. While there I found some cute dressy gowns I may pick up for movie night. Not fashionable but they will keep me on track because even though I work from home I do like to look nice. Since we go out to Dinner once a week I picked up a new blouse in a pretty Floral Pattern that will look nice when out with my family.

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Jeanine Byers link
9/3/2020 02:52:43 pm

That's great, Glenda! So glad to hear you haven't given up on style. :)

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Nancy Smyth link
9/3/2020 05:51:45 pm

Reading this makes me realize that for the last 20 years I've lived in jeans, tank tops, flannel shirts & maybe sweatshirts (because I work from home and have a HUGE yard).
What I really miss from the "old" days is getting dressed up in a DRESS and 3 1/2" stiletto heels!
As for clothing I used to (and still do) love cotton - I just don't iron it like I used to and just looking at stiletto's makes my feet ache LOL
Is there hope for me?
I have a funeral next week to attend and I literally have nothing to wear! OMG, HELP!

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Jeanine Byers link
9/3/2020 06:41:56 pm

Well, you might have to get creative for the funeral. Can you create a pantsuit with what you have at home? I think with all that's going on, it doesn't make sense to be too dressy. anyway. And you can be very stylish in flats or low heels. I never wear high heels anymore, though I did like the way they flatter your legs. Let me know what you decide to wear. Wore comes to worse, you could order online? Expedite the shipping?

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Martha link
9/4/2020 01:03:06 am

WOW I need to get with it. It's been years since I've actually purchased anything just because. Like Nancy I live in jeans, jean shorts and t-shirt. For more dressy occasion I wear a siky top but all are solid and boring. I just may go on a shopping trip since Rich hates me wearing t-shirts.

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Jeanine Byers link
9/4/2020 01:06:26 am

Oh my gosh! A husband who wants you to go shopping?? Go for it!

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Vidya
9/4/2020 11:45:55 pm

Not sure whether I miss wearing them since I am wearing what I am most comfortable in currently :) but it has been a long while since I wore my traditional Indian clothes (unfortunately most of the ones I have currently seem too fancy for wearing at home. I used to have a few I could lounge about in a couple of years ago)..

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Jeanine Byers link
9/5/2020 12:51:53 am

So you might be taking advantage of the break? I say don't fix what isn't yet broken. But if you would normally buy new traditional clothes maybe you could buy something more casual/comfy, instead.

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