Trends for the average woman are in a shape of a curve . Phase 1: You look through a magazine, roll your eyes and say: No way, that’s reserved for Lidnsay and Nicole. Phase 2 : You see it again. Phase 3-6 : And again. Phase 7 : It shows up at H&M and you say: ok, let me try it on for fun. Phase 8: 2 months later, you go back and buy it, wondering why you never thought of it in the 1st place. I do believe that’s the effect patent leather has had on me. Except that right now, I am still in Phase 3 . I can acknowledge it and appreciate it but it is not yet for me. Patent leather was hot back in the 80’s and whatever was 80’s has now become a must. This would me an that w e need to start rifling through our mother’s closet for those shoulder pads (don’t panic: that’s still in Phase1). Patent leather can be found in belts, shoes, and bags. If you are a bit shy and wish to approach this trend with caution, may I suggest a skinny belt to go at the waist. If your goal is to ...
