Highlights from the evening:
Lafayette 148 fashion show, narrated by Stacy London, modeled by non-professional models including a former stock broker, a housewife involved in charities, and Rene Syler—author, Parenting Channel host, and former Early Show co-anchor—in a gorgeous green frock. Basically, when I die and go to heaven, I’ll be wearing something from Lafayette 148.
Stacy London’s style talk—my main takeaways were:
Red shoes are a fun, brighten up your wardrobe staple. (Mental note: Must buy red shoes ... immediately!)
Skinny is here to stay—as evidenced by Stacy’s skinny (but not skintight) DVF pant/leggings. However—if you don’t feel good, you won’t look good. Wear what looks good on you. If you don’t look good in skinny jeans, don’t buy them. Jeans are great when they’re made for (real) bodies like ours, and Lafayette 148 had a perfect pair on model Caroline. A simple idea—but really, how many women don’t heed this advice?
The only accessory you can go overboard with is a giant bag. “If the Olsen Twins can do it ...”
Staples for summer: walking shorts (just above the knee), modern florals (not granny florals—there’s a difference!), and dresses!
Most importantly: You are perfect in being imperfect! Stacy is all about finding your own personal style—if you don’t feel good/comfortable in something, you don’t look good in it. Now excuse me while I go throw away those jeans that give me the dreaded muffin top. Be gone!
Dr. Gail Saltz on sex and life (what else is there?). She geared her talk to women about to enter or experiencing menopause, but it was an eye-opener for women of every age. My main takeaway: your vagina is an organ—use it or lose it! Yes, I just wrote that! Muscles atrophy if they’re not exercised, women of today! The essence of her talk was this: human beings are sexual creatures, and when you give that up, you give up a fundamental part of yourself. No matter what your age, being in touch with your sexuality is essential to your well being and happiness. No partner required! (There was LOTS of clapping here—I might even say it got a rousing response!)
