Let’s talk about Getting out of the Pandemic “Comfort Zone.”
The Dressucation Dr.
HELLO LADIES!
I hope you are safely reacclimating to life now that the pandemic is seemingly under control in the U.S. My plan is to safely have as much fun as possible this summer and I plan to do it “stylefully”! Since masks are still required in some places, don’t forget to choose the ones that reflect a sunny summer attitude and complement your outfits.
For those of us who became comfortable with only dressing from the waist up for Zoom meetings, wearing pajamas for any reason except for bedtime, and wearing hair bonnets aka sleep caps out in public, it’s time to STOP IT!
I want to weigh in on Mo’Nique’s commentary about the young women who are wearing bonnets, pajamas, and slippers in public. I have witnessed all of the above for myself and it disheartens me every time! Bonnets and pajamas were made for SLEEPING. Having a bad hair day? Easy alternatives are wigs and baseball caps. Want to be casual? Put on some jeans and sneakers! I agree with Mo’Nique. What she is saying is nothing but the truth. Our young women need to display pride and it is not evident when sleepwear is worn outside the house, even if it’s just to run errands. They may not realize that their appearance says, “I don’t care how I look and I don’t care what you think of me.” This is a case of, “If we see something, we should say something”, but only if we feel comfortable doing so. If we approach our young women about this issue, it should be done with love more than criticism. We have to let them know that they are valued, loved, and should display pride in themselves at all times. If our message is not well-received, let’s not take it personally. Perhaps it will sink in later!
À la Mo’Nique
The pandemic was the cause of some bad habits that many of us need to break. Whether they are related to health, appearance, or anything else causing us to be “less than” in any way, it’s time to address these habits in the most effective way and move on! More comfortable styles are trending. Some women are having a hard time even thinking about high heels, sore feet and clothing that does not allow free movement. Others can’t wait to get back out there and “strut their stuff” in four-inch “kicks”. I am among them!
USA Today Article
- A year of pandemic dressing: 8 ways our style changed in quarantine
Summer Style & Colors
Aliexpress.com
Youthful, Fun, and Sexy!
T-shirt dresses are always in style. Dress them up by adding a piece of statement jewelry or colorful heels as shown above. Dress them down by wearing flats or sneakers. It all depends on the occasion! This style can work for women of various ages. Not comfortable with exposing too much thigh? Wear one with no slits on the sides. Don’t like a “boxy” look? Add a belt. If you are short-waisted the narrower the better.
Today.com
New York & Co.
Bright and Stylish!
Let your light shine in a colorful dress. Take it up a notch or two with a classic necklace or simply wear a pair of statement earrings. These dress styles can easily take you from work to play!
net-a-porter.com
Look Your Best in a Little Black Dress - Part 1
Whether it’s casual, for the office, dressy, or sexy, every woman should have at least one little black dress in her closet. Try adding a pop of summer color with accessories. If you have a knack for creating several looks for one dress, owning just one may do. If not, a few little black dresses are essential!
After more than a year of a dormant social scene, now is the time to go shopping in our closets and put together some eye-catching ensembles. You might be surprised at what you will find and the fabulous looks you can create!
FINALLY, WE CAN GET DRESSED UP AND HAVE SOMEWHERE TO GO!
