Helene M. Fashion Blog

By Eva Victoria Roberts

My dream closet....

New Years is synonymous with revitalization. In these uncertain financial times, keeping up a fantastic appearance can keep your spirits high. Ladies, its time to throw open your closet doors and get rid of EVERYTHING that is not amazing. My rule is, if you haven’t worn it in a year, it’s not likely that you ever will. Be ruthless….. Fill up a HUGE bag(s), and take your tired clothing to a charity, give them to friends or family, or even a second hand shop (it will bring in extra cash to justify new purchases). And remember, scaling down the wardrobe doesn’t have to mean scarcity. It means elegant simplicity, comfort, and confidence. Think Audrey Hepburn, who always looked clean and classic, but unique. This means, LOVE everything you have, and make sure it fits beautifully. If it doesn’t, bring it to a tailor, and get it nipped, let down, taken up, or whatever it needs to be supremely yours.  

Let’s see how you measure up to this timeless checklist of must-have pieces. I call it “The Wardrobe Foundation”….

- Favorite denim, (or two, or three….lets be honest here.)

- Perfect Black Pants

- White button down blouse

- Pencil skirt

- LBD- if you have to ask, you have to have one…

DVF iconic silk wrap dress...timeless

- Cashmere sweater(s) - lets face it, this is the northeast. We are entitled to cashmere.

- Statement bag

- Killer boots for slushy sidewalks. (Im a huge fan of my hunter boots)

- Absolutely stunning coat, warm, classic, and a touch of you, (color, button, cool collar)

DVF wool cashmere coat

Once you have these pieces, let’s talk about what you can add to make sure we don’t all look the same. You need an assortment of your most flattering colors, maybe in an array of Michael Stars tees. They go beautifully with anything, and last forever. Accrue jewelry and accessories that reflect your style, personality, and travels. Arty Bohemian? Grab some long dangly earrings, a fun knit hat, and a colorful scarf.

Evoke a modern flapper in this knit hat

More Classic? Wrap strands of pearls over your Michael Stars tee, and throw a cashmere wrap around your neck before you put on your winter coat.

Portia Clark Pearls

It’s all in the details, and once you have the perfect foundation wardrobe, adding pieces that make you YOU, is what makes a wardrobe so special. Let’s revive ourselves, give our closets a well needed feng shui sweep, and bring in some new energy to our image this year! Here’s to 2009….Happy New Year……!