Dressing for the weather

We’ve been having storms for the past few weeks here. My basement flooded with about fourteen inches of water last night and got me thinking about dressing for the weather. Braving the weather on certain days of the year certainly takes courage, but attempting to look cute on these days adds entirely new layers of challenges (pun intended). It’s so funny how much the weather can affect our moods. Some people feel gloomy and tired on rainy days. Many people feel grumpy when dealing with snow and ice. And most people feel happy on a bright, sunny day. Of course there are exceptions on humid and hot, sticky days, which make you feel exhausted and drained. You can try to avoid melancholy of rainy days by having a few cute accessories that brighten your day and mood. Firstly, a cute umbrella is a must. Not only are they effective in keeping you warm and dry, but you can also turn a few heads with the right choice and style. Next, you’ll need some adorable rain boots to complete the look. It’s days like this that I recommend you wear a nice knee-length flowing dress that you feel gorgeous in, a pair of tights, some simple but attention catching jewelry, your raincoat, and maybe a scarf over you head for a touch of vintage. With this look, you’ll be ready for a good kiss in the rain! Snow days can be an even bigger challenge. You want something that will keep you warm (obviously) but not make you sweat while you’re trudging through mountains of ice and brushing the snow off of your car. A good sturdy pair of boots are a must for these conditions. I recommend a cute pair of knee-high black leather boots. They keep you warms and dry, but you can still look well kept and professional for work or school. If you choose to wear pants, I recommend something you can tuck into your boots and keep dry. Nothing can ruin you day like a wet pant cuff that makes you sick with a cold for the rest of the week. The look that works for most women on these days is a warm yet breathable sweater dress, leggings, a long but feminine coat, cute hat and scarf, and gloves to match your boots. Hot days also present a challenge. You want to wear something cute and trendy, that not too revealing, but at the same time will keep you cool. Light layers and breezy materials are your friends! But be sure that the sheer articles won’t be a set-up for disaster or wardrobe malfunction. 

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