My skirt challenge

I'm usually a pants person, but have accumulated a closet full of
skirts "just in case." Yet, I rarely, if ever, wear any of them.
This week I decided to challenge myself: go a whole week wearing
nothing but skirts, or else stop buying skirts from here on out. :–)
I'm nearing the end of the week, and it's been a great experiment. I'm
finding I actually *like* skirts, believe it or not! So much more cool
in the hot summer, and comfy like wearing sweats. Why didn't I try this
sooner? Why did I think skirts were uncomfortable?
Also, as my eye has become more accustumed to seeing myself in skirts,
I'm realizing it is a really good line for my petite figure. Pants look
fine provided I'm wearing heels, but make me look shorter if I'm not.
Skirts can be worn with flats or a smaller heel, and therefore are
easier on my feet and back.
And, I'm finding I like how a skirt in a pattern or with some sort of
interesting detail really livens up the look, compared to boring pants
in the same old black, khaki, white, grey solid neutral.
Here's the week's rundown:
Day 1: Decided to ease myself into the challenge. Wore a lime–green AT
skort, black tee, and black Cole Haan sandals. Simple silver jewelry.
Small moc–croc handbag in lime green from Target last year.
Day 2: Old Navy cotton, knee–length A–line skirt in tan with brown and
white pattern; sleeveless cotton white v–neck top also from ON; white
strappy Nine West kitten heel sandals that are gorgeous, but turned out
to be highly uncomfortable. :–( Simple gold jewelry. Liz Claiborne
straw purse with brown leather detailing and long straps (it's small
and easy to carry, so it's my usual casual choice in the summer).
Day 3: straight, knee–length business–ey Ann Talyor khaki skirt with
pink and mauve embroidery detail with v–neck sleeveless khaki knit BR
shell (going for the monochrome neutral look!). Surprisingly comfy,
funky nude wedge heels from Payless. Gold hoops with pearl drop and set
of 5 bracelets with tiny pink and white crystals. Same Liz purse, but
really wished I had a purse with pink or mauve in it to pull this
outfit together a little better (mentally added to my shopping list).
Day 4: Old Navy cotton, knee–length A–line skirt in light blue with
tie–die dark blue and white pattern at the hem; white cotton tee; thin
silver bracelet and tiny silver hoops with CZ's. Metallic silver flat
sandals. Same purse again, and getting bored with it!
Day 5: Above the knee swingy BR skirt in bright paisley pattern of
orange, red, and pink; pink tee shirt; nude w/orange stitching kitten
heel AT sandals from last year. Simple gold hoops w/crystals, and gold
bracelet. Switched out purse to this gorgeous straw bag I brought home
from my San Fran trip. I love this bag, but I am loathe to use it for
every–day because it's got fragile handles.
Day 6 (today): not a skirt, but a dress – sleeveless v–neck sundress in
gorgeous shade of green with white piping and white daisies. Trying out
the white strappy Nine West kitten heel sandals again, and hoping that
they're more broken in. Will probably wear it with small moc–croc
lime–green hand–bag from Target. Hmmm... maybe I should invest in a
white bag for summer.
Day 7 – is tomorrow. I still have an option or two in my closet, but
haven't decided yet. Since I'll be spending the day in air
conditioning, I will probably opt for my long (hits mid–calve) BR tulip
skirt with black background and delicate light green and off–white
pattern. Not sure what shirt to wear yet; usually I pair this with a BR
rayon boatneck s/s sweater in the same green, or black cotton cardigan
set.
I think there may be more skirts in my shopping future. :–)
jen

cofarb wrote:
I think that is very true right now. There's a ton of options out there
to choose from, something for everyone. Which is what tempted me to try
and buy. Then I just needed to force myself to actually *wear* what I
bought!
jen

cofarb wrote:
I think that is very true right now. There's a ton of options out there
to choose from, something for everyone. Which is what tempted me to try
and buy. Then I just needed to force myself to actually *wear* what I
bought!
jen

I'm usually a pants person, but have accumulated a closet full of
skirts "just in case." Yet, I rarely, if ever, wear any of them.
This week I decided to challenge myself: go a whole week wearing
nothing but skirts, or else stop buying skirts from here on out. :–)
I'm nearing the end of the week, and it's been a great experiment. I'm
finding I actually *like* skirts, believe it or not! So much more cool
in the hot summer, and comfy like wearing sweats. Why didn't I try this
sooner? Why did I think skirts were uncomfortable?
Also, as my eye has become more accustumed to seeing myself in skirts,
I'm realizing it is a really good line for my petite figure. Pants look
fine provided I'm wearing heels, but make me look shorter if I'm not.
Skirts can be worn with flats or a smaller heel, and therefore are
easier on my feet and back.
And, I'm finding I like how a skirt in a pattern or with some sort of
interesting detail really livens up the look, compared to boring pants
in the same old black, khaki, white, grey solid neutral.
Here's the week's rundown:
Day 1: Decided to ease myself into the challenge. Wore a lime–green AT
skort, black tee, and black Cole Haan sandals. Simple silver jewelry.
Small moc–croc handbag in lime green from Target last year.
Day 2: Old Navy cotton, knee–length A–line skirt in tan with brown and
white pattern; sleeveless cotton white v–neck top also from ON; white
strappy Nine West kitten heel sandals that are gorgeous, but turned out
to be highly uncomfortable. :–( Simple gold jewelry. Liz Claiborne
straw purse with brown leather detailing and long straps (it's small
and easy to carry, so it's my usual casual choice in the summer).
Day 3: straight, knee–length business–ey Ann Talyor khaki skirt with
pink and mauve embroidery detail with v–neck sleeveless khaki knit BR
shell (going for the monochrome neutral look!). Surprisingly comfy,
funky nude wedge heels from Payless. Gold hoops with pearl drop and set
of 5 bracelets with tiny pink and white crystals. Same Liz purse, but
really wished I had a purse with pink or mauve in it to pull this
outfit together a little better (mentally added to my shopping list).
Day 4: Old Navy cotton, knee–length A–line skirt in light blue with
tie–die dark blue and white pattern at the hem; white cotton tee; thin
silver bracelet and tiny silver hoops with CZ's. Metallic silver flat
sandals. Same purse again, and getting bored with it!
Day 5: Above the knee swingy BR skirt in bright paisley pattern of
orange, red, and pink; pink tee shirt; nude w/orange stitching kitten
heel AT sandals from last year. Simple gold hoops w/crystals, and gold
bracelet. Switched out purse to this gorgeous straw bag I brought home
from my San Fran trip. I love this bag, but I am loathe to use it for
every–day because it's got fragile handles.
Day 6 (today): not a skirt, but a dress – sleeveless v–neck sundress in
gorgeous shade of green with white piping and white daisies. Trying out
the white strappy Nine West kitten heel sandals again, and hoping that
they're more broken in. Will probably wear it with small moc–croc
lime–green hand–bag from Target. Hmmm... maybe I should invest in a
white bag for summer.
Day 7 – is tomorrow. I still have an option or two in my closet, but
haven't decided yet. Since I'll be spending the day in air
conditioning, I will probably opt for my long (hits mid–calve) BR tulip
skirt with black background and delicate light green and off–white
pattern. Not sure what shirt to wear yet; usually I pair this with a BR
rayon boatneck s/s sweater in the same green, or black cotton cardigan
set.
I think there may be more skirts in my shopping future. :–)
jen

cofarb wrote:
I think that is very true right now. There's a ton of options out there
to choose from, something for everyone. Which is what tempted me to try
and buy. Then I just needed to force myself to actually *wear* what I
bought!
jen

cofarb wrote:
I think that is very true right now. There's a ton of options out there
to choose from, something for everyone. Which is what tempted me to try
and buy. Then I just needed to force myself to actually *wear* what I
bought!
jen

I'm usually a pants person, but have accumulated a closet full of
skirts "just in case." Yet, I rarely, if ever, wear any of them.
This week I decided to challenge myself: go a whole week wearing
nothing but skirts, or else stop buying skirts from here on out. :–)
I'm nearing the end of the week, and it's been a great experiment. I'm
finding I actually *like* skirts, believe it or not! So much more cool
in the hot summer, and comfy like wearing sweats. Why didn't I try this
sooner? Why did I think skirts were uncomfortable?
Also, as my eye has become more accustumed to seeing myself in skirts,
I'm realizing it is a really good line for my petite figure. Pants look
fine provided I'm wearing heels, but make me look shorter if I'm not.
Skirts can be worn with flats or a smaller heel, and therefore are
easier on my feet and back.
And, I'm finding I like how a skirt in a pattern or with some sort of
interesting detail really livens up the look, compared to boring pants
in the same old black, khaki, white, grey solid neutral.
Here's the week's rundown:
Day 1: Decided to ease myself into the challenge. Wore a lime–green AT
skort, black tee, and black Cole Haan sandals. Simple silver jewelry.
Small moc–croc handbag in lime green from Target last year.
Day 2: Old Navy cotton, knee–length A–line skirt in tan with brown and
white pattern; sleeveless cotton white v–neck top also from ON; white
strappy Nine West kitten heel sandals that are gorgeous, but turned out
to be highly uncomfortable. :–( Simple gold jewelry. Liz Claiborne
straw purse with brown leather detailing and long straps (it's small
and easy to carry, so it's my usual casual choice in the summer).
Day 3: straight, knee–length business–ey Ann Talyor khaki skirt with
pink and mauve embroidery detail with v–neck sleeveless khaki knit BR
shell (going for the monochrome neutral look!). Surprisingly comfy,
funky nude wedge heels from Payless. Gold hoops with pearl drop and set
of 5 bracelets with tiny pink and white crystals. Same Liz purse, but
really wished I had a purse with pink or mauve in it to pull this
outfit together a little better (mentally added to my shopping list).
Day 4: Old Navy cotton, knee–length A–line skirt in light blue with
tie–die dark blue and white pattern at the hem; white cotton tee; thin
silver bracelet and tiny silver hoops with CZ's. Metallic silver flat
sandals. Same purse again, and getting bored with it!
Day 5: Above the knee swingy BR skirt in bright paisley pattern of
orange, red, and pink; pink tee shirt; nude w/orange stitching kitten
heel AT sandals from last year. Simple gold hoops w/crystals, and gold
bracelet. Switched out purse to this gorgeous straw bag I brought home
from my San Fran trip. I love this bag, but I am loathe to use it for
every–day because it's got fragile handles.
Day 6 (today): not a skirt, but a dress – sleeveless v–neck sundress in
gorgeous shade of green with white piping and white daisies. Trying out
the white strappy Nine West kitten heel sandals again, and hoping that
they're more broken in. Will probably wear it with small moc–croc
lime–green hand–bag from Target. Hmmm... maybe I should invest in a
white bag for summer.
Day 7 – is tomorrow. I still have an option or two in my closet, but
haven't decided yet. Since I'll be spending the day in air
conditioning, I will probably opt for my long (hits mid–calve) BR tulip
skirt with black background and delicate light green and off–white
pattern. Not sure what shirt to wear yet; usually I pair this with a BR
rayon boatneck s/s sweater in the same green, or black cotton cardigan
set.
I think there may be more skirts in my shopping future. :–)
jen

I love trumpet cut skirts too. Pleats, OTOH, I can't wear at all
because they make my stomach poof.

Pencil is good but a challenge to
find one that is cut generously enough in the waist. I'm sorry, but I
just can't swallow the fact that the majority of women with 34 inch
hips happen to have a 23 inch waist... what is with that??

I love trumpet cut skirts too. Pleats, OTOH, I can't wear at all
because they make my stomach poof.

Pencil is good but a challenge to
find one that is cut generously enough in the waist. I'm sorry, but I
just can't swallow the fact that the majority of women with 34 inch
hips happen to have a 23 inch waist... what is with that??

I'm usually a pants person, but have accumulated a closet full of
skirts "just in case." Yet, I rarely, if ever, wear any of them.
This week I decided to challenge myself: go a whole week wearing
nothing but skirts, or else stop buying skirts from here on out. :–)
I'm nearing the end of the week, and it's been a great experiment. I'm
finding I actually *like* skirts, believe it or not! So much more cool
in the hot summer, and comfy like wearing sweats. Why didn't I try this
sooner? Why did I think skirts were uncomfortable?
Also, as my eye has become more accustumed to seeing myself in skirts,
I'm realizing it is a really good line for my petite figure. Pants look
fine provided I'm wearing heels, but make me look shorter if I'm not.
Skirts can be worn with flats or a smaller heel, and therefore are
easier on my feet and back.
And, I'm finding I like how a skirt in a pattern or with some sort of
interesting detail really livens up the look, compared to boring pants
in the same old black, khaki, white, grey solid neutral.
Here's the week's rundown:
Day 1: Decided to ease myself into the challenge. Wore a lime–green AT
skort, black tee, and black Cole Haan sandals. Simple silver jewelry.
Small moc–croc handbag in lime green from Target last year.
Day 2: Old Navy cotton, knee–length A–line skirt in tan with brown and
white pattern; sleeveless cotton white v–neck top also from ON; white
strappy Nine West kitten heel sandals that are gorgeous, but turned out
to be highly uncomfortable. :–( Simple gold jewelry. Liz Claiborne
straw purse with brown leather detailing and long straps (it's small
and easy to carry, so it's my usual casual choice in the summer).
Day 3: straight, knee–length business–ey Ann Talyor khaki skirt with
pink and mauve embroidery detail with v–neck sleeveless khaki knit BR
shell (going for the monochrome neutral look!). Surprisingly comfy,
funky nude wedge heels from Payless. Gold hoops with pearl drop and set
of 5 bracelets with tiny pink and white crystals. Same Liz purse, but
really wished I had a purse with pink or mauve in it to pull this
outfit together a little better (mentally added to my shopping list).
Day 4: Old Navy cotton, knee–length A–line skirt in light blue with
tie–die dark blue and white pattern at the hem; white cotton tee; thin
silver bracelet and tiny silver hoops with CZ's. Metallic silver flat
sandals. Same purse again, and getting bored with it!
Day 5: Above the knee swingy BR skirt in bright paisley pattern of
orange, red, and pink; pink tee shirt; nude w/orange stitching kitten
heel AT sandals from last year. Simple gold hoops w/crystals, and gold
bracelet. Switched out purse to this gorgeous straw bag I brought home
from my San Fran trip. I love this bag, but I am loathe to use it for
every–day because it's got fragile handles.
Day 6 (today): not a skirt, but a dress – sleeveless v–neck sundress in
gorgeous shade of green with white piping and white daisies. Trying out
the white strappy Nine West kitten heel sandals again, and hoping that
they're more broken in. Will probably wear it with small moc–croc
lime–green hand–bag from Target. Hmmm... maybe I should invest in a
white bag for summer.
Day 7 – is tomorrow. I still have an option or two in my closet, but
haven't decided yet. Since I'll be spending the day in air
conditioning, I will probably opt for my long (hits mid–calve) BR tulip
skirt with black background and delicate light green and off–white
pattern. Not sure what shirt to wear yet; usually I pair this with a BR
rayon boatneck s/s sweater in the same green, or black cotton cardigan
set.
I think there may be more skirts in my shopping future. :–)
jen

I love trumpet cut skirts too. Pleats, OTOH, I can't wear at all
because they make my stomach poof.

Pencil is good but a challenge to
find one that is cut generously enough in the waist. I'm sorry, but I
just can't swallow the fact that the majority of women with 34 inch
hips happen to have a 23 inch waist... what is with that??

I love trumpet cut skirts too. Pleats, OTOH, I can't wear at all
because they make my stomach poof.

Pencil is good but a challenge to
find one that is cut generously enough in the waist. I'm sorry, but I
just can't swallow the fact that the majority of women with 34 inch
hips happen to have a 23 inch waist... what is with that??

I was part of the late 60s revolt against being forced to wear
skirts/dresses to school.

I got back into wearing skirts a couple years
ago, and now am way more likely to wear a skirt/dress than pants or shorts.

They really *are* so much more comfortable in hot weather. And in messy,
cold weather, they don't drag in the slush as pants do. And of course there
is the fabulousness of being able to wear great knee–high boots.

It took me awhile to get used to seeing myself in skirts but I love them
now.

Most of mine are short––above the knee. I love the freedom of leg
movement. (I'm so short that long skirts may drag me down and make me look
like I'm playing dress–up in Mom's clothes.)

There are so many styles that
I'd guess that almost anyone can find a flattering skirt. Mine range from
fitted wraps A–lines to pleated wrap styles to gathered (dirndls?).

I was part of the late 60s revolt against being forced to wear
skirts/dresses to school.

I got back into wearing skirts a couple years
ago, and now am way more likely to wear a skirt/dress than pants or shorts.

They really *are* so much more comfortable in hot weather. And in messy,
cold weather, they don't drag in the slush as pants do. And of course there
is the fabulousness of being able to wear great knee–high boots.

It took me awhile to get used to seeing myself in skirts but I love them
now.

Most of mine are short––above the knee. I love the freedom of leg
movement. (I'm so short that long skirts may drag me down and make me look
like I'm playing dress–up in Mom's clothes.)

There are so many styles that
I'd guess that almost anyone can find a flattering skirt. Mine range from
fitted wraps A–lines to pleated wrap styles to gathered (dirndls?).

I was part of the late 60s revolt against being forced to wear
skirts/dresses to school.

I got back into wearing skirts a couple years
ago, and now am way more likely to wear a skirt/dress than pants or shorts.

They really *are* so much more comfortable in hot weather. And in messy,
cold weather, they don't drag in the slush as pants do. And of course there
is the fabulousness of being able to wear great knee–high boots.

It took me awhile to get used to seeing myself in skirts but I love them
now.

Most of mine are short––above the knee. I love the freedom of leg
movement. (I'm so short that long skirts may drag me down and make me look
like I'm playing dress–up in Mom's clothes.)

There are so many styles that
I'd guess that almost anyone can find a flattering skirt. Mine range from
fitted wraps A–lines to pleated wrap styles to gathered (dirndls?).

I was part of the late 60s revolt against being forced to wear
skirts/dresses to school.

I got back into wearing skirts a couple years
ago, and now am way more likely to wear a skirt/dress than pants or shorts.

They really *are* so much more comfortable in hot weather. And in messy,
cold weather, they don't drag in the slush as pants do. And of course there
is the fabulousness of being able to wear great knee–high boots.

It took me awhile to get used to seeing myself in skirts but I love them
now.

Most of mine are short––above the knee. I love the freedom of leg
movement. (I'm so short that long skirts may drag me down and make me look
like I'm playing dress–up in Mom's clothes.)

There are so many styles that
I'd guess that almost anyone can find a flattering skirt. Mine range from
fitted wraps A–lines to pleated wrap styles to gathered (dirndls?).

I find it interesting that both of you like A–line skirts. I'm
approximately the same height as you guys, but I dislike how A–lines look on
me.

I favor pencil, circle, pleated, and trumpet cut skirts; anything flowy
cut on a bias is great.

I used to avoid skirts that revealed my thighs and
knees, but then I realized that I was being harsher on myself that others.
I now wear mid–thigh skirts and just take care how I bend and sit. ;)

I find it interesting that both of you like A–line skirts. I'm
approximately the same height as you guys, but I dislike how A–lines look on
me.

I favor pencil, circle, pleated, and trumpet cut skirts; anything flowy
cut on a bias is great.

I used to avoid skirts that revealed my thighs and
knees, but then I realized that I was being harsher on myself that others.
I now wear mid–thigh skirts and just take care how I bend and sit. ;)

I find it interesting that both of you like A–line skirts. I'm
approximately the same height as you guys, but I dislike how A–lines look on
me.

I favor pencil, circle, pleated, and trumpet cut skirts; anything flowy
cut on a bias is great.

I used to avoid skirts that revealed my thighs and
knees, but then I realized that I was being harsher on myself that others.
I now wear mid–thigh skirts and just take care how I bend and sit. ;)

I find it interesting that both of you like A–line skirts. I'm
approximately the same height as you guys, but I dislike how A–lines look on
me.

I favor pencil, circle, pleated, and trumpet cut skirts; anything flowy
cut on a bias is great.

I used to avoid skirts that revealed my thighs and
knees, but then I realized that I was being harsher on myself that others.
I now wear mid–thigh skirts and just take care how I bend and sit. ;)

On 6/14/05 9:12 PM, in article
1118801575.938135.79...@g49g2000cwa.googlegroups.com, "shinypenny"
<shinypenny0...@yahoo.com> wrote:
I find it interesting that both of you like A–line skirts. I'm
approximately the same height as you guys, but I dislike how A–lines look
on
me. I favor pencil, circle, pleated, and trumpet cut skirts; anything
flowy
cut on a bias is great. I used to avoid skirts that revealed my thighs
and
knees, but then I realized that I was being harsher on myself that others.
I now wear mid–thigh skirts and just take care how I bend and sit. ;)
ami

On 6/14/05 9:12 PM, in article
1118801575.938135.79...@g49g2000cwa.googlegroups.com, "shinypenny"
<shinypenny0...@yahoo.com> wrote:
I find it interesting that both of you like A–line skirts. I'm
approximately the same height as you guys, but I dislike how A–lines look
on
me. I favor pencil, circle, pleated, and trumpet cut skirts; anything
flowy
cut on a bias is great. I used to avoid skirts that revealed my thighs
and
knees, but then I realized that I was being harsher on myself that others.
I now wear mid–thigh skirts and just take care how I bend and sit. ;)
ami

On 6/14/05 9:12 PM, in article
1118801575.938135.79...@g49g2000cwa.googlegroups.com, "shinypenny"
<shinypenny0...@yahoo.com> wrote:
I find it interesting that both of you like A–line skirts. I'm
approximately the same height as you guys, but I dislike how A–lines look
on
me. I favor pencil, circle, pleated, and trumpet cut skirts; anything
flowy
cut on a bias is great. I used to avoid skirts that revealed my thighs
and
knees, but then I realized that I was being harsher on myself that others.
I now wear mid–thigh skirts and just take care how I bend and sit. ;)
ami

On 6/14/05 9:12 PM, in article
1118801575.938135.79...@g49g2000cwa.googlegroups.com, "shinypenny"
<shinypenny0...@yahoo.com> wrote:
I find it interesting that both of you like A–line skirts. I'm
approximately the same height as you guys, but I dislike how A–lines look
on
me. I favor pencil, circle, pleated, and trumpet cut skirts; anything
flowy
cut on a bias is great. I used to avoid skirts that revealed my thighs
and
knees, but then I realized that I was being harsher on myself that others.
I now wear mid–thigh skirts and just take care how I bend and sit. ;)
ami