Fashionably Funny

We are already barreling through the first month of 2019 and I have yet to post a single word to this blog. So much has transpired since my last post in November. Where to begin?

For now, let’s just stick to the most relevant fashion-related stuff and I’ll do my best to summarize rather than bore you with details.

When Opportunity Knocks, Hop a Seaplane

Happily, much of the goodness that transpired over the last several months starts and ends with a good friend: the Ab-Fab Mel from Bag and a Beret. As many of you know, she was chosen as “Headmistress” (my word) for Nordstrom’s “True Nord” advertising campaign in Canada. She was originally featured in this ad and it gives me happy goosebumps to watch it:

Then in September, Mel emailed and asked if I’d like to be an extra in the second ad for that campaign. We had barely swapped emails before I arrived on the shores of Vancouver via seaplane to participate in this fantastic opportunity. The best part of the trip, though, was hanging out with Mel and conspiring…er…strategizing projects together.

The flight over and Vancouver’s Coal Harbour were stunning:

Weeks Later, a Nordstrom Holiday Celebration

The resulting commercial landed in time for the holiday season. Not surprising, Mel lights up the screen with her costars. Unfortunately, the backgrounds in which I lounged were not included in the commercial. But, nevermind. I had an absolute ball being on set, feeling the vibe and energy of a commercial production, and watching Mel do her thang.

From Memories to Action

The experience of participating in a production like the True Nord campaign took me back to a time when I worked in radio and television. I was reminded of the hectic but vibrant energy it took to produce a talent show hosted by the radio station I worked for. And watching the creative team come together to make the commercial happen reminded me of the camaraderie of the news station where I served as an in-studio camera operator. These memories and their energy filled me up and made me feel boldly alive.

That feeling stayed with me after I left Vancouver. I wanted more! And I wanted to share that with others, to bring some of that same vibrancy and joy to a hurting world. Thankfully, Mel was eager to join me in my efforts and, together, we created a series of mini “Laugh In” parodies called LOL 40-UP! Each episode is under 1 minute in length, yet they’re complete with corny jokes, groovy dancing, and fabulous outfits.

Do-Do-DO!!! Presenting LOL 40-UP!

Those who follow us on Instagram and Facebook have already seen all three episodes. Thank you for hanging out for this part of my post. To those who haven’t seen it, I hope you enjoy our homage to all you fantastic over-40 women who follow our blogs and social media. We wrote these jokes with you in mind. They are corny to the max, but they are written with love.

That is just the beginning. More episodes to follow in the weeks to come. And, when I finally get my act together and finish editing it, I’ll share a five-minute version which includes a sketch from Mel that is pure Carol Burnett hilarious and a poem from me entitled “Menopause.”

Fashion From Episode 1

Mel has covered one of her Super Cool outfits from our comedic adventures in her blog post here.

Below, are two outfits I wore for the dancing transition scene and the ending credits in episode 1. Bear with me–I didn’t think to get still photos of my outfits. I was too focused on capturing the video! So, I created a couple of quick video snippets for you to see the outfits in motion and I took screen shots to slow everything down.

Go Go Go, Groovy Cat!

Each outfit represents a different character in my mind. This character could care less that she’s in her late 40s. Age is just a number, not a definition. She’s carefree and happy and GO GO GO, Groovy Cat!

The Go-Go Gal is wearing a secondhand romper from Thredup and iridescent pearl vintage boots from eBay. Wig is from Amazon and tights are HUE.

Fashion Flair Don’t Care

This next character is so super cool that she’s completely bored with everything and everyone. Don’t try to impress her. You can’t do it.

Look out for that lethal side-eye, though. With one look, she can take down a room of misogynists and mean girls. Some say she’s working with Mel to thwart the bad guys but she’ll never reveal the truth.

Also, karate hands are the universal dance move for telling the world you’re bored.

Miss Thang’s outfit is 1960s vintage from eBay. Her shoes are Sergio Rossi from about 2003. Her headband is from Etsy’s SmithLab. And her tights are Wolford.

I hope you’ve enjoyed this first episode of LOL 40-UP!, along with the outfit showcase. I’ll do my best to not let another two months pass before creating another post. There are two more episodes to go!

Outfit Details

White Romper Outfit

White Romper: Thredup. Similar here.

Pearl Boots: eBay Vintage. Similar here.

Pink tights: HUE. Available here.

Pink wig: Amazon. Available here.

Gold Lamé and Black Velvet Dress

Dress: eBay Vintage. Similar here.

Sergio Rossi heels: Old. Similar here.

Headband: SmithLab on Etsy. Available here.

Tights: Wolford. Available here.

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Linking up to the lovely Patti’s Visible Monday at Not Dead Yet Style.

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