Unlike seemingly every other woman (and tween girl), I'm not down with the whole 'it's ok to dress slutty since it's Halloween' trend that has taken over the most sacred of all pagan holidays. Unless you're going as Sexy Boris Yeltsin, because that is just awesome. Hence, I tend to wear whatever the heck I want, which has led to some interesting choices over the past few years re: Dickensian street urchin, Sarah Palin, Don Draper's new secretary, Miss Havisham. Now, I realize that some of these costumes could be considered 'sexy' (I'm looking at you, Miss H), but remember: There's a difference between sexy and slutty. Sometimes less is actually more, and other similar idioms.
So, what do I have lined up this year? A couple options for a few different nights:
I picked this lovely number up at Garment District ($10). Perfect for going as Norma Desmond/Washed Up Movie Star!
I also bought this weird/awesome 70s dress for I-don't-know-what because it was cheap ($12!)
Enter: Annie Hall
Oxford Shirt from TJ Maxx via The Limited: $14
Men's Hat via Penguin: $15
Ridiculously baggy/pleated khakis from Savers: $4
Tie (not pictured): $3
Vest from my time as a Ruth's Chris employee: free!
Maybe I overspent a little, but I know I'll use the shirt again. As for the hat...well, I'll just have to make it work.
Note: When you find a gross hat at Savers don't put it in the washer
and dryer. Just save your two bucks and spring for the Penguin.
Happy Halloween!
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