Webster’s defines “outfit” as follows:

“The act of fitting out or equipping (for a voyage or an expedition)”

While my “voyages” back in the early 90s were to after school dances and boy/girl basement parties, they absolutely required the right “equipping”.

There were oh-so-many gems back in the day, but if I had to highlight only one, it would be the following ensemble that I saved for VSOs (Very Special Occasions):

“The Jacket”… Hunter green

Felt, no-breathe material with “structured” shoulders. A close cousin to the late 80s show-stopper, shoulder pads. (Note: Image below is not quite right, but it’s pretty close).

“The POP of Color” … Red bodysuit

You remember bodysuits, right? Essentially cotton leotards that snapped at the crotch and clung to your body like saran wrap. Awesome. Lots of layers going on.

“The Denim” … High waist, lightish/darkish acid wash, tapered, and of course, Guess?

God bless the folks at William Rast, Citizens of Humany, etc for coming along and creating jeans that actually flatter.

“The Shoe” … The ankle boot

Because shoes that end at the ankle are super-flattering. Especially when they feature a not not quite pointy, not quite square toe.

“The Bag” … Faux leather Half purse/half pack

All style.

“The Metal” … An unfortunate part of most young teen’s existence

If you were blessed and skipped this torture, I wish upon you a set of dentures at a young age. It’s only fair.

I don’t recall having any particularly memorable voyages and/or expeditions in the above outfit. But I thought I was all that. And really, that’s all that matters.

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