City Chic
Erin Keane
Issue date: 10/12/09 Section: Frontline
For the past year all we've been hearing from the media, from our parents and friends is about the economic downturn, recession, and lay-offs ad nauseum. Talk of tightening the proverbial belt was bound to trickle down to the literal one. Even fashionistas are pondering what to wear in lean times, wondering how to get a lot of look for a little cash. The answer is simple, go for the classics- sound, inexpensive pieces that are versatile enough to carry you through a year's worth of look with only the need to accessorize. Sticking to the basics this fall and winter with jeans and a plain white tee is going to give you the mileage you want from two of fashion's most simple go-to's.
Perhaps one of the best pieces of sartorial advice I can give is to keep it simple. My favorite purchase this September was a 6 -pack of men's, white v-neck t-shirts. I went for a size medium so they have that chic slouchy fit that American Apparel and Urban have us paying beaucoup bucks for and my 6 were only $10. I can spill on every single one of these white t-shirts and still not feel bad about it!
The options are literally limitless. All you need is a little creativity to make your basics go for miles. Don't forget to shop your closet, or even better your mom or grandma's to find cool old accessories that will give your jeans and tee a truly unique touch. After all, there's nothing better than looking fabulous for next to nothing.
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For the past year all we've been hearing from the media, from our parents and friends is about the economic downturn, recession, and lay-offs ad nauseum. Talk of tightening the proverbial belt was bound to trickle down to the literal one. Even fashionistas are pondering what to wear in lean times, wondering how to get a lot of look for a little cash. The answer is simple, go for the classics- sound, inexpensive pieces that are versatile enough to carry you through a year's worth of look with only the need to accessorize. Sticking to the basics this fall and winter with jeans and a plain white tee is going to give you the mileage you want from two of fashion's most simple go-to's.
Perhaps one of the best pieces of sartorial advice I can give is to keep it simple. My favorite purchase this September was a 6 -pack of men's, white v-neck t-shirts. I went for a size medium so they have that chic slouchy fit that American Apparel and Urban have us paying beaucoup bucks for and my 6 were only $10. I can spill on every single one of these white t-shirts and still not feel bad about it!
Paired with a pair of skinny jeans and blazer or motorcycle jacket and you have an on trend day look that will turn the heads of tourists on Michigan Ave. Style up the look with dark denim, some long, layered chain necklaces and a pair of booties or pumps and you'll be looking fabulous whether you're out in the West Loop or Wicker Park on Saturday night.
http://www.chicagoflame-inferno.com/home/index.cfm?event=displayArticle&ustory_id=f5dc4e73-e82f-4772-b2e6-5d6987a91f57
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