Tie One On!

Scarves are a huge fashion accessory right now, and why not? They are wonderfully versatile and can add pizazz to any outfit by adding a splash of color, a beautiful pattern, or a different texture. Since scarves are available in a variety of price ranges, there’s no reason for anyone not to be able to enjoy this trend. The other wonderful thing about scarves is that while they do experience a fluctuation in popularity, they never truly go out of style. Especially as the economy is heading down, why not get the most out of every dollar by buying items (and recommending them to clients) that will be able to transition through multiple seasons, and even years?

Scarves may be a little intimidating, especially for someone who has never worn them before. The good news is that it is hard to mess up tying a scarf, because there are probably as many ways to beautifully tie and arrange them, as there are scarves! Here are a few variations on a few of the more common ways to wear a scarf.

• Hanging on the inside of a jacket creating a vertical line.
• Hanging on the outside of a jacket, under the lapels.
• Wrapped around the neck loosely (this a great one for casual days with just a simple shirt or sweater underneath)
• Tied behind the neck with the tails trailing down your back.
• Tied in a slipknot and then adjust the knot to the length you like best.
• Fold the scarf in half and pull the ends through the loop to make a hacking knot (this one is better with thinner scarves because it can get bulky).

This month we also have a few dates to announce for chapter meetings and events! The first is January 21 in Salt Lake City. Come join your fellow chapter members and guests at “An Evening of Fashion History.” You should have received an invitation by email, but one is also posted below. The second meeting scheduled is a teleconference on March 11. There is also an April event in Salt Lake that is in the midst of being planned. More information will be announced and posted here as it becomes available.

Sincerely,
AICI SLC Chapter Board

January Event Announcement!

Steppin' Out

It’s that time of year that produces an abundance of parties and get-togethers. Both guests and hosts have many roles when attending a party and below are a few do’s and don’ts to take into consideration.

• Do mail out invitations early and be precise about the time, place, and purpose.

• Do RSVP to invitations you receive promptly.

• Do remember that the invitation is only meant for whom it is addressed, unless it states “and guest.” If it is a dinner invitation, call and give the host the name of your guest.

• Do make a point to chat with every guest if you are the host.

• Do work the room initially without your spouse or guest at a social get together. This gives you a chance to greet others you wish to speak with and allows another guest to share information with you that they may not wish to say in front of who you came with. After you have both greeted and chatted with everyone you wish to separately, you may stay together and rejoin any group.

• Don’t cluster with only people you already know. Make a point to introduce yourself to strangers.

• Don’t drink too much.

• Don’t be late. If something unexpected pops up call and let your host know. Otherwise, plan ahead to arrive on time.

Hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving!

Sincerely,
AICI SLC Chapter Board