Another Satin Skirt

MsMaven

Inspired by Carla, I tried on my unworn skirt one evening. Fits well, pull on, seems ok. Lots of tops in my closet to go with it.

It's a J Crew skirt bought on sale, an "in case" I need/want to wear a skirt. So far unworn.

So put it on today and oops, it's a little clingy. I no longer own a slip. Looked online and learned I could spray it with hair spray instead of anti-static spray. Who knew?

I noticed it has a smudge of something from hanging in the front of my closet for more than 6 months. Polyester, so can wash it.

This is not a top I'd wear with it, just what I happened to have on this morning.

Another case of buying something "in case"? Does hair spray work?

Thanks to Carla to bringing it to my attention.

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1 year ago

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Jaime

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MsMaven, I am the example of someone who buys lots of things "in case" against all possible good wardrobe planning advice. If I find at a second hand shop a very good example of something, even if it is not necessarily something I am seeking or typically wearing, and the price is right, I will buy.
Don't know about hair spray, but I do like how the skirt looks!

1 year ago

Joy

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Nice color. I have not tried hairspray but it could work. Have you thought of having it shortened to just below the knees? You might need a shorter top too.

1 year ago

Anne

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I use static spray. I carry a can in my purse because my workplace is super dry. I also find that using moisturizer on my legs is helpful in preventing static.

1 year ago

Angie

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Static spray works, and you look elegant in that pretty skirt, MsMaven

1 year ago

MsMaven

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Great ideas Jaime and Anne. Since I can afford to buy a skirt and not wear it for 6 months, I can afford to buy a can of static spray. I didn't know I could get it in a purse size. Also, I will try moisturizing the legs. I did use it a lot last year on my legs, this year they don't get as dry because there is more moisture in the air.

Joy, the idea for me is to have a longer skirt is to cover my legs more. The most flattering skirt on me is just below the knee straight skirt. I gave away all my pantyhose last year and don't want them back. Despite having varicose vein surgery 20 years ago I have some new ones now on my lower legs. I do have a tube of the Jergen's sun cream I mean to start using one of these days.

I realize I need to wear a shorter top to keep the proportions right.

Angie, thanks. I do need some encouragement! Off to the drug store! Well, tomorrow for sure.

1 year ago

kkards

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MsMaven—-we’re tee shirt twins! I have that top and I love it, the metallic dots give it a nice pop of fun!

Anyway about the skirt, lovely! I can’t wait to see how you style it for a real day out and about.

1 year ago

delurked

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I also have issues with static in garments like this. Hope the static spray makes it more comfy to you, and it's a super pretty color. I've noticed it's harder to find high quality slips these days, but I'd be in the market for one if I can find it.

1 year ago

Karie

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The skirt looks great! I have tried hairspray, it doesn’t work very well and can leave stains. Static spray works much better.

1 year ago

bj1111

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Hair spray does work—to keep stains from transferring to clothes

Like makeup on collars when you pull on a top.

This skirt is next level—love the rust with the stripe—not something I would have thought of.

1 year ago

Runcarla

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Great colour, and I like the length and swish of the skirt. Do wear it!

Seconding the ‘trick’ of moisturizer on legs to reduce static cling.

1 year ago

UmmLila (Lisa)

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I have a turquoise and a navy skirt of this type from j crew and I am quite fond of them, not in the least for their washability. I wore the turquoise to a village art gallery walk, and several artists commented on the color. Somehow we got to discussing exercise, and I ended up showing a couple of people what a Turkish get up is. While wearing the excellent skirt.

1 year ago

Anonymous

Ooh love the skirt!

1 year ago

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