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Why Did You Wear That: Destination Unknown

By |July 14th, 2011|Why Did You Wear That?|
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Today I was told to pack a suitcase.  No, not like the, “Get out of my house and get to steppin’ you, crazy bitch!” kind of suitcase.  More of the romantic surprise getaway and I’m not telling you wheeeeere suitcase.  See, tomorrow is my beloved and my anniversary.  I know.  I found myself a true Romeo (no, seriously, he’s a dream come true).  I have no idea where we’re headed, but wait til he gets a load of his gift.  (That’s what you get for marrying a writer, honey).  Anyway, I’m not that great at packing to begin with, so throwing me a curveball like this makes stuffing my suitcase that much more difficult.

Since I know you ladies are just as lovely, I don’t doubt that something like this will also happen to you.  So, to help you out, I’ve figured out how to pack for a destination unknown.  The key is versatility.  Pack things that can be both dressed up and dressed down.  Be sure to tuck a pair of flats (or comfortable shoes) along with some sexy stilettos in your bag.  To jazz up your daytime attire, be sure to bring your bling.  Accessories are crucial in taking any outfit from casual to cosmopolitan.

 

1. LNA Sunglasses, $195, 2. Michael Kors Leather Clutch, $395, 3. Diane von Furstenberg Camargue  20″ Rolling Duffle Bag, $200, 4. Eberjey Fairy Tales Teddy, $72, 5. Free People Polynesian Princess Romper, $118, 6. Cia.Maritima Leopard Print Top, $48 and Bottom, $68, 7. T-Bags Maxi Dress, $185, 8. Wyatt Heather Grey Cashmere Waterfall Cardigan, $169, 9. Amrita Singh Reversible Resin Necklace, $300, 10. Kenneth Jay Lane Satin Finish Bracelet, $150, 11. Co-Op Barney’s New York Flat Metallic Sandal, $330, 12. Bottega Veneta Strappy Wooden Sandal, $1,015

Don’t forget your sunglasses and something sexy.  No matter where you’re headed, just remember, you’re there to have fun and clearly your honey thinks you’re pretty spectacular already.

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Always a Bridesmaid

By |July 8th, 2011|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|
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Ah, that special day in your life.  You’ve dreamt about it since you were a little girl.  You’re wearing the most beautiful dress you’ll probably ever wear and you get to marry the man of your dreams with your very best friends right by your side.

They were there when you called them with giddy excitement after your first date, wiped away your tears after your first fight, and called them immediately when he finally popped the question.  So why are you dressing them up like show ponies?

I get that this is “your day” but what did I ever do to you?  Why must I look like I’m wearing a prom dress (and a bad one at that)? Is this some kind of hazing?  Cause I’m pretty sure we covered that when I was holding your hair back as you tossed your cookies at your bachelorette party… You know, the time you made me drink out of a penis straw?

Not sure why so many brides insist on making their besties and bridesmaids look like giant eggplants or fluffy pink sheep, while they’ve never looked better.  I know, I know… it’s hard to find one dress that matches your color “theme”, looks good on everyone, and doesn’t upstage you.

A few things:

  1. These dresses are ugly.  They just are.
  2. Not every girl is going to look smashing in the exact same dress.  I don’t care how beautiful your besties are.  Some have hips, some have breasts, and unless you lucked into having quintuplets for best friends, none of them are going to look the same in that damn dress.
  3. When you ask us, “Will you ever wear this dress again?” we have no choice but to plaster on a smile and squeal with delight, “Yes!!!”
  4. We will never upstage you- unless you make us wear these god forsaken taffeta monstrosities. You’re the bride and you are beautiful!

Listen, I know you think that you must purchase official bridesmaids dresses, but there are plenty of great “off the rack” options that might actually make your bridesmaids happy.  To drive home my point, I have found options (all under $300) in every color of the rainbow:

1. Top Shop Yellow Cami Ruched Mesh Dress, $95, 2. Amanda Uprichard Crystal Body Silk Dress, $194,  3. Victoria’s Secret Flirty Multi-Way Dress, $79.50, 4. Presley Skye Ruffle Trim Crepe de Chine Dress, $128,  5. BCBGENERATION Cascading Ruffle Dress, $98, 6. A.B.S. by Allen Schwartz Yellow Silk Chiffon Beaded One Shoulder Dress, $237, 7. Ellen Tracy Sleeveless V-Neck Dress, $148,  8. Aqua Encom Twist Bandeau Full Maxi Dress, $129.29, 9. Aidan Mattox Floral Print Tiered Gown, $295, 10. Aidan Mattox Pansy Silk Chiffon Halter Dress, $279

11. Lauren by Ralph Lauren Chessington Shirred Dress, $130, 12. Ani Lee Taryn Dress, $299, 13. Free People Watercolor Printed Asymmetrical Dress, $128, 14. Mark + James Tie Waist Metallic Tulle Dress, $295,  15. Parker Bead Dress, $297, 16. Max and Cleo One Shoulder Gown, $178, 17. Amanda Uprichard Jessie Maxi Dress, $242, 18. LM by Mignon Cascade One Shoulder Gown, $243, 19. American Apparel Siren Dress, $75, 20. Winter Kate Barbel Lace Trim Maxi Gown, $285

So cut your gals a break, would ya?  You still want them by your side after your big day, right?

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Clean Up in Aisle 4

By |June 28th, 2011|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|
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Fun Fact: I HATE grocery shopping.  I despise going.  When I lived in New York, I used this awesome thing called MaxDelivery.com.  You go online, order, and voila! Your groceries are delivered to your door in an hour.  (You’re welcome, New Yorkers).  Sadly, the grocery store is a necessary evil in most other cities, so I must trick myself into making it fun.  This week, I played a little game of dress up. Channeling my inner “housewife,” I shimmied up and down the aisles crossing things off my list.

Fun Fact #2: This dress is a vintage (or just used) dress from my mom.  The first time I wore it, I wasn’t aware how sheer it was.  As I walked through the streets of Manhattan, I thought I was pretty darn sexy seeing as I was getting lots of looks (both male and female). It wasn’t until I passed by an especially reflective window that I realized you could see all my bits and pieces.  Oops!  Luckily, I was still working in the buying office at Bendels and had some samples behind my desk to remedy my accidental peep show.

Fun Fact #3: The tiny Dooney & Bourke bag was a bag my mom got me when I was a little girl so that I could match her.  I only brought it out of the archives about a year ago and I love it, not only because it’s tiny, but because of the special sentimental value (not going to lie… wouldn’t carry a Dooney otherwise).

1. Dahlia Anchor Print Chiffon Tea Dress, $112.05, 2. Tabitha Simmons Linen and Silk Sandal Bootie, $595, 3. Dooney & Bourke Navy Surrey Bag, $100, 4. Minor Obsessions Anchor Charm Necklace, $315, 5. On Gossamer Black Lace Trim Sleek Slip, $48

Do you have any coupons?

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Loungin’

By |June 23rd, 2011|Why Did You Wear That?|
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I’ve never met a romper I didn’t like.  When I encounter people who don’t “understand” the romper, I must immediately walk away.  As much as I love clothes though, the first thing I do when I get home is strip down and put on something comfy.  While I’d gladly spend all my free time in my knickers, there’s an off chance I ordered pizza and need to answer the door.  Or perhaps I need to run out for another bottle of pinot.  This presents a problem for a girl in her skivvies.  Luckily, there is no problem too large for WhyDid.  The happy medium between bare flesh and camera ready?  Loungewear.

To amp up sales in the lingerie department at Bendels (you can only sell so many strapless bras) we started incorporating some “crossover” pieces much to the chagrin of the contemporary buyer (sorry!).  One must get crafty in order to maintain sales goals, my friends.  Luckily, lingerie brands caught onto the trend of wearing your underwear as outerwear and produced pieces that would fool even the most prude princess.  (As a side note, these pieces are typically cheaper than the contemporary counterparts- bonus!).

1. Skin Cotton Gauze T-Shirt, $105, 2. Undrest Classic Foldover Tap Pant, $33, 3. Only Hearts Venice Teddy, $92, 4. Kiki de Montparnasse Garter Tank, $150, 5. Julianne Maria Shorts, $64, 6. Dessous by Sophie Simmons Ludvine Tunic, $136, 7. And Cake Gold Necklace Ribbed Tank, $60, 8. VPL Deltoid Undi, $87, 9. Eberjey India Jersey Lace Cami and Shortie Set, $103, 10. Matters of Leisure Townhouse Robe, $225

When in doubt, keep a cute robe handy.  My girlfriends probably couldn’t count the number of times I answered the door for them in my pretty pink cashmere robe.  (I never could seem to be ready on time).  So dress down with your bad self.

xx,

WhyDid

Photos courtesy of HerbalTeaNYC

Why Did You Wear That: Double Up

By |June 21st, 2011|Why Did You Wear That?|
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While shopping for my mom’s birthday present this past weekend (Happy Birthday, mom!) at Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto, we stopped by a jewelry store (like mother, like daughter).  While there, I asked to have my earrings and ring cleaned.  The diamond decked woman took my precious stones and started shining them up.  When she returned, she informed me that she had found a loose stone in my ring and she would need to keep it to have the jeweler tighten it.  Initial feeling: Phew! Glad she found it!  Feeling of realization: Dang it! I’m going to have to go without my ring for a week.  What’s my little naked finger going to do?

To avoid any type of “tabloid scandal” or socially controversial questions as to the whereabouts of my ring (Okay, I know I’m no Bennifer, but whatevs), I decided to have a little fun and dress up my ring finger with not one, but two sparkly substitutes.  The first ring is a giant pink sapphire that I bought myself several years ago and the other is my grandmother’s ring (blue topaz) that she gave to my mom when she was my age.  It was a little different at first, but I got used to it and people really loved what I had going on.

Moral of the story?  Here’s a situation when two may actually be better than one.  Stack some cocktail rings on your fingers next time you’re heading out and want a little extra shimmer at the tips of your fingers.

xx,

WhyDid

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