Wear What You Own…

I have a WhatsApp group with my two sisters. It’s where we reminisce about old times, share funny stories and sometimes complain about our parents (who we love but can be annoying).

Yesterday, my sister sent a picture of the 3 of us at a celebratory event at our Nan’s house.

My younger sister and I in polka dot ensembles. My older sister in a fuchsia pink mini skirt, matching fuchsia pink tights and black ballet flats.

It was 1992.

⏩Fast forward to 2024.

And my older sister’s matching tight and skirt combo really resonates with me now.

But more specifically, it resonates with me at this time of year.

That is, the festive season.

During this time, I crave to be and feel part of the excitement, whimsy and optimism that comes with festive celebration and subsequent outfit creation. But I don’t want to spend loads of money on an outfit that I can only wear once.

And this isn’t a new feeling.

In fact I wrote about this exact feeling this time last year. And it was a good newsletter… even if I say so myself.

So in the sprit of looking back to help us move forward, here is the newsletter… updated to included the addition of great pair of tights.

Thank you to my Big Sis, Sarah. I will forever look up to you.

 

This time last year I wrote…

When it comes to ‘festive dressing’, there is a propensity for us to lose our minds. 

We start spending money on things we wouldn’t normally wear and get attracted to anything sparkly and over the top to lift our mood.

Don’t get me wrong, I am ALL about pushing the boat out…

BUT only when pieces feel grounded.

That is…

✔️ When it can be mixed with items you already have

✔️ When it functions beyond the festive season

✔️ When the item is routed in your personal style

Ultimately, so you feel like yourself but in a dressed up way.

❌ So put the sequin dress back on the rail

👉 And do this instead…

1. Buy statement separates you can wear with things you already have

2. Invest in accessories and jewellery that will elevate your everyday looks

3. Buy a more elevated version of what you already like to wear

If you are a trouser person…

⭐️ Opt for tuxedo trousers or velvet wide leg

If you are a skirt person…

⭐️ Try a silk skirt with a textured knit and earring

If you are a dress person…

⭐️ You probably have loads already! So add some fun tights like my sister, Sarah.

If you are a denim person…

⭐️ Add a dressy top and some embellished shoes

I want you to have fun but be functional this festive season, {{ subscriber.first_name }} 🙌

See my favourite tights here. 

 

Penny.

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