Posts Tagged ‘My So-Called Life’

Daily Diamond: Juicy Couture Plaid Shirtdress

October 19th, 2009 by Catherine

 

Juicy Couture Plaid Shirtdress, $178

Juicy Couture Plaid Shirtdress, $178

I’m about to take the plunge into further flannel commitment. Shirts are great, but dresses are better. I found this one while trolling Juicy Couture’s website over the weekend and am thoroughly mulling over the decision to snap it up. The tie waist eliminates the dumpy factor of one large shirtdress, while the three-quarter length sleeves make it great for layering long tees underneath and chunky sweaters on top to reduce the autumn chill. So perhaps I’ve never fully recovered from my obsession with all things My So-Called Life, but at least my current wardrobe will look more sophisticated than my first 90s trial with flannel. The lesson I took away from photos from this era? Don’t try oversized flannel unless you’re an Olsen. Otherwise, stick with tailored pieces that suit your body type and keep the rest of your outfit neutral.

Flannel Revival.

October 10th, 2009 by Catherine

1354_5097_406Like most chicks who grew up during the 80s and 90s, I had a major thing for My So-Called Life. There was just something about that show that struck a chord with me – the angst, the crushes, the style – and I’ve never forgotten how understood I felt just by watching every Thursday night. And just how cool were Angela’s flannel shirts and oversized sweaters? And those Doc Martens! I thought I’d die if I couldn’t get the same ones that Rayanne wore. Despite attending a school with a strict dress code, I did everything in my power to get by with the only style for me, thus, I dressed like a homeless person for much of 1994.

The show has long been gone (has anyone figured out why it was ever cancelled?!), but suddenly I’ve noticed a resurgence of flannel shirts. Perhaps it’s tribute to the show that helped many of us deal with our teenage problems? Whatever the case, I’m seriously digging the latest styles emerging from designers high and low alike. What do you think of my top pick from American Eagle? It’s perfectly tailored, with just a hint of that 90s grunge I loved so much. And at $39.50, it’s a shirt I’m willing to spring for. Even if there’s no chance of Jordan Catalano coming back.