“Fashion
is what you’re offered four times a year by designers. Style is what you choose”
-Lauren Hutton
Seasons can tremendously effect on how an individual
dresses, prominently unveiling the way style changes over the entire year as
well. There are always clothes that we label as favorites for each season. Those
pieces are simple, timeless, and classic pieces that never go out of style and
can be mixed and matched with each other likewise with other busier, complex
items.
In all of the seasons,
there are some basic clothing pieces that may come to use overall. Vasquez
states “If you invest wisely in these pieces, they can-and should-last for a
long time” (102). Some shirts that are worth investing in include a simple tank
in black and white, white button-down, neutral-colored camisoles, thin black
turtleneck, cardigan, heavy knit sweater, short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts
in basic colors (Vazquez 103). Some pants and skirts include jeans, flat-front
pants, white jeans, modest shorts, pencil skirts, maxi skirts, little black
dress, A-line skirts, and various types of other dresses (Vazquez 104). Some
jackets include fitted black blazer, leather jacket, pea coat, and a classic
trench coat (Vazquez 105).
Regarding the seasons, Vasquez
also states that the “majority of my list making happens at the start of a new
season, when I’m reevaluating what I own and thinking about what I’d like to
add with the latest styles in mind” (131). In the spring the three main pieces
of clothing include the trench coat in any color, a maxi skirt which is great
for any season overall (on chillier days you can just add tights and boots), an
open-weave sweater, and sunglasses (Vazquez 131-132). In the summer, Vasquez
recommends white jeans that look extremely crisp and new, nude flat sandals
that can be worn with anything, bikini separates, and gold hoop earrings that
are the go-to accessory for summer (132). In the fall, a tweed blazer to add
sophistication to a wardrobe, boots in black or brown, printed scarf, and
tights can create a great outfit (Vazquez 133). Lastly, in the winter a
statement necklace can help with transforming a casual outfit to chic, sweaters
in different colors, and something metallic to add a subtle sparkle to any
outfit (Vazquez 134).
Taking some tips given by
Vazquez, I decided to put together an outfit that she recommends for the winter.
Focusing on just the upper part of the outfit, I chose a white sweater that I paired
with a red statement necklace to further enhance the look. The two colors are
extremely distinct which makes the mix and match look graceful.
Is there a specific season that you like to dress up
more in than the other? What are some of your basic clothing pieces?
Vasquez,
Lilliana. The Cheap Chica's Guide to Style. New York: Penguin Group,
2013. Print.
