Indian summer… the fashion scrambler!
I want it. I need it. I gotta have it. I must wear it! But the thermometer says no go until the temperature drops.
How can you add life to a wardrobe that's dangling between two seasons when you crave something new to wear right now?
Dip into metallics.
Not that too-too trashy kind of a decade ago, but a touch of shimmery chic that sports a rocker glint of irreverence.
The secret is to keep the metal in moderation-- mix it in an unexpected way.
A brilliant silver stiletto worn with a pair of jeans. A glimmering burnished gold boot and some prep school cords (yup, gold is not passé anymore!). Metal rim sunglasses, a Corporate cool no brainer. A gold leather pencil skirt gussies up a basic white T-shirt.
Don't be afraid to mix metals, silver and gold worn together cuts the fuss level which keep this look sporty cool.
Whatever you do, avoid an overwhelming urge to turn yourself into a foil-wrapped baked potato, remember. Easy does it!
--September 5, 2002
Published on September 05, 2002
