"You look...good, but lately you kind of look off the market."I quickly retorted, "I AM off the market!" laughing and putting on a scarf. I thought about it later, and realized that I had entered marriage with all these grand ideas of how I would dress like a classy Southern lady, but had ended up wearing my work uniform all the time. As a senior citizen assistant, I wear comfy (ugly) shoes, jeans, and a casual/modest shirt. Although I will defend my right to wear yoga pants to the end, I realized that I could dress nicely as a way to honor my husband, not just to make myself feel good. Now, I realize this brings up lots of feminist arguments, like "Don't let a man dictate what you wear!", which I am not. Everett will tell you, I wear exactly what I want. I'm talking about making your husband do a double take when he sees you out in public, about making him excited about being married to such a hot chick.
my laundromat is so hip. (and nosy!) |
Most of my clothes are thrifted, like that belt, dress and those boots ($1, $4 and $6, respectively). I usually get my other clothes from Target and TJ Maxx. I don't like to spend money (a topic we'll address later!).
When you feel cute, you feel good, and you remind your husband (even if he doesn't think he's forgotten) how cute the woman he married is. It's a win win situation. Try it!
--Caroline
I saw this on Pinterest last night & could not agree with you more! I do love my yoga pants & sweatshirts, but dressing up for your husband is definitely something that can show him you love him! I will always remember my mom talking to me about this and sharing the importance of it with me. Guys are visual, and they care about how we look. I've learned I can say, "I love you" but fixing my hair and putting on a nice outfit! I hope other wives can realize this as well!
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