Hello Angie and everyone.
Yesterday I was at the drycleaners waiting in line and immediately noticed the women being waited on at the counter. I couldn't help it, she had such a great outfit on for the early spring weather. She wore a terrific spring green lightweight trench (pant length) - the coat was really drenched in color - over some dark wash trouser style jeans, with a bright white shirt with french cuffs and a collar showing crisply against the green of the coat. With this ensemble, she wore black patent ballet type flats with gold hardware and had a great pair of sunglasses on her head. All in all, every choice was perfect, age appropriate and worn with flair.

As my eyes scanned this great outfit they started with the shoes and moved upward with appreciation until they reached her head and shoulders - and what a disappointment! She had obviously put some thought and care into her clothing. But her posture was such - sunken shoulders hunched forward, head down - that the entire effect was completely spoiled.

I'm not always the poster child for good posture but this clear object lesson has imbued me with new incentive.

Remember, stand up straight, don't ruin your carefully planned outfit!