I used to be someone who prided myself on my color-matching skills and was often complimented on my outfits. I loved decorating and seemed to have “color memory”– I KNEW that the throw I had on the couch at home would match the pillow I saw in the store. I didn’t need swatches or pictures.
But now that I am working at home and seldom leave the house, my outfits are more often mismatched than not. I put on whatever T-shirt is on the top of the pile in the closet and whatever pair of pants is handy, and I don’t think about it!! It doesn’t hurt my sensibilities to be clashing…I NEVER thought this would happen to me.
I think it bothers my husband though. Sometimes we spontaneously decide to go for a walk around the neighborhood for fresh air. I don’t change my clothes, why would I? So… he has to walk with someone who might have turquoise sweatpants and a red sweatshirt! Oh the horror! And don’t even ask about the socks I wear, I’m fortunate if they match each other, let alone match my outfit.
I hope that when I have an occasion to dress up, I will remember how. I don’t want to become a color-challenged senior who looks like I’m wearing hand-me-downs from the 70s.
