For every woman who wants to be well and properly dressed on all occasions, this is a guide for you.
A
Accessories
You can always tell the character of a woman by the care and attention she lavishes upon the details of her dress. The accessories worn with an outfit --- gloves, hat, shoes and handbag --- are among the most imporant elements of an elegant appearance. A modest dress or suit can triple its face value when worn with an elegant hat, bag, gloves and shoes, while a designer's originial can lose much of its presige if its accessories have been carelessly selected. It is indispensable to own a complete set of accessories in black* and, if possible, another in brown, plus a pair of beige shoes and a beige straw handbag for the summer. With this basic minimum, almost any combination is attractive.... And here, as in no other department, quality is essential. Be strict with yourself. Save. Economise on food if you must but not on your handbags or shoes. Refuse to be seduced by anything that isn't first rate. The saying, "I cannot afford to buy cheaply," was never so true... The same is true of shoes and gloves.
Upon reading this I immediately looked down at my handbag. It's a faded forest green shoulder strap, covered in various bumpersticker like pins. It's also a pathetic excuse for a purse.
I empty the conents and stow it away. It happens to be borrowed and I can't very well toss it here and now.
No comments:
Post a Comment