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WTW: Braindead, in need of ideas

Suz

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I am sick with the flu and feeling grumpy and miserable. Wearing PJs all weekend will do that to ya.

So, tomorrow, whether I am sick or whether I am well, I have to give a reading and presentation to a Women's Studies class at the local university. It is going to be -7 C with snow flurries.

All of a sudden today it hit me that I will have to get DRESSED for this event.

So. I am wondering what to wear.

I'm not sure how many are in the class -- somewhere between 30-50. It's a third year course.

Jeans are theoretically fine -- except I just gave my BFs to my daughter (she desperately needed a pair!) I already gave her my straight legs (for the same reason). And...um...I am now reduced to jeggings (which I'm heartily sick of) and my distressed slouchy skinnies. And my white skinnies.

I'm thinking maybe my slouchy black trousers. Not sure about a topper.

If you have ideas, I am open to them.

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Ingunn

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Poor Suz! I hope you get well soon. I'd love to see you reading in this outfit once, I pinned it when you posted it here. Is this an option tomorrow?
http://pinterest.com/pin/231302130833465836/

Suz

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Thanks, Ingunn. You are so sweet.

That is certainly a possibility weather-wise. It feels a bit too classic for the event, though. As a guest artist, I'm in a slightly different position than the teacher. Usually I aim for something a bit more -- well, I don't know what. Maybe a bit more visually arresting.

Here is when I realize Angie's wisdom yet again. She has counselled me to buy a suit. I think I need at LEAST one. And I am on the lookout. But haven't yet found the right one. If I did have one, that is what I might wear.

Anonymous

Heh, your BFs went the way that mine did!

I'm SO sorry to hear that you're sick with the flu. Yuck! I'm also sorry you have to go out in the weather and look enthusiastic about it. I really hope you turn a corner tonight and feel better in the morning!

I like the idea of wearing your lovely slouchy black trousers. Can you wear your taupe moto with them for a bit of the "cool" factor? And your very nice black booties (can't remember the brand--the expensive ones that really speak to your style) do they play nicely with the trousers? Sorry, I don't feel like I'm helping much but I'm sure the others will help you get your creative juices flowing here!

Mochi

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Sorry to hear, Suz. You certainly don't have time to run out and shop now. Is it possible for you to borrow one of the pair of jeans from your daughter?

jenanded

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Hope you get better fast Suz... love Ingunns idea and if this is already in your closet go for it. My class formula is always all black and or a jacketneven if its smart cas. Undergrad classes are a challenging mix of casual/approachability and authority and either the dark colour or the collar on the jacket do that. The all black is also the aspirational writer to them as well so that is cool!

Suz

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Claire, I know -- it is so funny. We could ask Oprah to do a show on us: My Daughter Stole my Boyfriend!!!

Actually, we GAVE our boyfriends to our daughter, which we'd better keep hush-hush or we'll have child protection services after us.

The SW booties play really well with the slouchy trousers but I might not be able to wear them in the snow. That's okay- I can always wear my Marcies if need be. (I am a little less worried about ruining those!) So that is a great idea.

I am considering wearing the leather jacket, too. Though I suddenly thought about how it might offend the vegans in the room.

Mochi- maybe you are right. I can raid DD's closet!

Jen - I like the idea of black. I'm considering my black trousers and the black Theory sweater. Hmmmm.

Anonymous

Oh dear! Don't let the vegans touch you; maybe they will think it's pleather like mine. Surely there is some sort of "don't ask, don't tell" etiquette about this, lol! And the irony of BF swapping with our daughters was not lost on me either! And borrowing them back....

Caro in Oz

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Hope you are feeling better - black with the leather jacket would be my choice.

Lyn D.

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Suz. hope you feel better for the presentation.
I like the idea of the black trousers. Maybe you could break-up the black with a bright sweater top, or even bring out one of your scarfs to warm the throat also. Can't go wrong with the leather jacket.

Mona

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Oh Suz! I hope you feel better soon.
Taupe leather jacket would be my first choice but if you are not sure about that, what about the fucshia jacket and your white blouse? The white will add a little bit of spring to your outfit and lighten the whole look but if you want something warmer, may be the striped pullover from BR.

Carla

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What Ingunn posted, and if not with your moto...do you have a colourful jacket? We are so close ( yet so far away) from spring, and if it a dreary day, a pop of colour could go a long way to setting a mood. I know there is your signature hot pink, but don't you have something in teal?

Suz

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Thanks, all. You are really helpful and it is amazing how well you all know my wardrobe. Better than I do!!

The only bright jacket I have is fuchsia, alas. And I will consider that.

I'll definitely take a pic of whatever I choose.

One thing for sure, the professor won't care what I wear. I just heard from her. She has a terrible eye infection and can hardly see! So we will be too sick women together!

Beth Ann

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Another vote for slouchies and taupe jacket!

I certainly hope you feel better in the morning. I'm sure the class will enjoy you thoroughly!

sarah

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What about this one? Is it too casual? Or some version of this with your leather jacket would be super fab. Or your black/white stripes (tee or sweater) with the fuschia Mary K scarf...

http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....m-edelmans

I'm so sorry you have to do a reading when you're sick. That sounds utterly miserable.

Mochi

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I'm gonna say something that's blasphemous here, but considering you're sick, I also think it's okay if you just simply look presentable and not fab or chic. We don't have to hit it out of the park every time. Do we?

Suz

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Not blasphemous at all, Mochi!I will be lucky to look just okay, in fact. Sarah, I think that outfit might be a bit casual. I mean, it is what a lot of the students will be wearing, but I always like to be dressed a bit more formally than they are. But I think I'll be okay. Slouchy trousers (or if it is a blizzard, skinnies tucked into boots -- yawn!!) Sweater of some kind, probably the black Theory. Shirt underneath it - either the crisp white or my red one for a pop of colour at the collar. Then again, I could always throw on my black jacket if need be instead of a sweater.

You are all the best!

Angie

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I look forward to seeing the outfit Suz, and hope you feel better soon. You're on the right track. xo

Gaylene

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My outfit for a sick-day, teaching outfit has always been my dark trousers, a colorful shirt (to draw attention away from my pallid complexion and red nose), and a cosy jacket (preferably with pockets to hold tissues and citrus drops). Add a pair of comfortable boots (warm toes are important) and a tote big enough for a bottle of water and some hand sanitizer (the presence of last item mainly to warn potential hand shakers and huggers.) Good luck.

Jaime

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Sorry you are sick Suz! I do love your idea for a daytime talk show though - you and Claire on how I gave my daughter my boyfriend! I am laughing already! I think you should wear your slouchy black trousers with your black booties and a sweater but whatever you decide you will look wonderful. Feel better and good luck!

Suz

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Thanks, all! Gaylene - that is a brilliant idea about the water. I would not have thought about it yet it will help enormously! I have a mini-hand sanitizer, too. Yay!

Angie, Shevia, thanks for your encouragement.

I think it is a good class (teacher likes them) and the books they were reading for the class were terrific (I read them, too) so hopefully our attention will be on the discussion more than what I am wearing!

Ariadne

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Ugh, Suz, what a drag! I hope you get through it smoothly. Slouchy trousers sound great to me. I would absolutely wear your taupe leather jacket if I were you. No one will know whether it's real or faux leather.

And that's going to be it for my Sunday catch-up, because I have a cold and an eye infection too. I'll be with you and the instructor in (sick) spirit!

AJ

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A public presentation when you're not feeling well? Yikes!

You always look nicely styled to me, Suz. I know what ever you pick will be lovely. Your beautiful smile will be the best finishing touch!

Day Vies

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I'm not feeling very creative myself . I too spent a good chunk of the weekend hacking up a lung. I just stopped by to offer support and a warm cup of tea.

Anonymous

Suz, I hope you are feeling better soon. I am sure you will look great, even if you aren't feeling 100%.

bj1111

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suz...how did the reading go?