Yesterday, I ran out to the mall to grab this:

(Sears, $59.95)

I’d first heard about and seen these vibrantly colored *on sale* jackets a week ago, but had decided to wait and not buy on impulse.  A week later, I was still REALLY wanting this jacket that featured one of my “pop” colors, so I decided to go ahead and make the purchase – that, and I had a gift-card

When it comes to clothing, I’m a pretty simple girl.  I’ve always played it safe.  I wouldn’t say I dress BAD – I just conservatively use accessories, and for the most part, stick to the same old colors and styles of clothing that have worked since high school (except with less words written on them, and my skirts are longer these days )

Actually, most of my wardrobe comes from 2002-2003.  High school.  Part of me really wants to branch out, try something NEW and EXCITING.  The rest of me? –Just doesn’t want to look like a moron who let her 3 year old dress her.

Enter Good Girls Don’t Have To Dress Bad by Shari Braendel.  In Shari’s book, she walks you through (with great full-color photographs, I might add!):

• what your real body type is – and what types of clothing work best for it, as well as some entire outfit ideas.
• your “colors” – which colors look best on you and what you should avoid (for each skin type).
• which accessories should be worn by each body type and how to know if you’re wearing enough or how much is too much.
• the art of undergarments.
• how to divide and conquer swimwear.
• hair and makeup – including the best hairstyles for your face shape.
• jeans – with specific ideas and resources for how to find the perfect fit for your body type and budget.  (I LOVE THIS!)-
• (and more)

I’ve seen all sorts of books and websites that have claimed to do bits and pieces of what Shari’s done and I haven’t been impressed.  Many times, I’ve been left more confused than I began, or found myself fitting into 2 or 3 categories, not knowing where I really belonged.  However, in Shari’s book, she walks you through each section – one step at a time.  And, she does it with lots of full color photographs – which, for me, makes things MUCH easier.

Want to get a tiny taste?  You can check out Shari’s Free Color Analysis HERE.  Let me warn you, the information contained on the analysis isn’t as complete as in the book (although accurate) and will leave you WANTING her great book, Good Girls Don’t Have To Dress Bad.

*FULL DISCLOSURE:  I received this product in order to do a review.  Just like always, all thoughts and opinions are honest and mine.  I believe that settles it. 

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