Getting Started on My Dorit Reunion Look
So, I decided I wanted to channel some serious Dorit Kemsley energy for this thing I was going to. You know, a “reunion” outfit. Not the reunion, obviously, but something that needed that level of glam. My first thought was, “Oh boy, this is gonna be a project.” I just knew it wouldn’t be as simple as throwing something on.
The Inspiration Deep Dive
First things first, I hit the internet. Spent a good few hours, maybe more than I should admit, just scrolling through pictures of Dorit’s past reunion looks. Man, that woman knows how to make an entrance. It’s all about the drama, the sparkle, and usually some kind of crazy hair. I started jotting down notes, making a little mental checklist: bold silhouette, something shiny, and killer accessories. I really tried to break down what makes her style so distinct. It’s not just about expensive clothes; it’s an attitude.
Closet Raid: Mission Impossible?
Next, I bravely ventured into my own closet. Let me tell you, it was a bit of a reality check. I pulled out a few dresses, some old sparkly tops, anything that screamed “look at me.” I spent a whole afternoon trying things on, making a mess of my bedroom. One dress made me look like a disco ball that had lost a fight. Another one, well, let’s just say it was from a different era of my life, and not in a good, vintage way. Nothing was quite hitting that Dorit mark. It was clear I needed to think outside my current wardrobe box, or maybe even get a bit crafty.
The Great Outfit Hunt
Okay, so new plan. I wasn’t about to drop thousands on a designer gown, let’s be real. My budget was more… creative. I started looking at some of those dress rental places online. I scrolled and scrolled, comparing styles and prices. Found a couple of contenders, but the timing was tricky for delivery, or they didn’t have my size in the one I really liked. You know how it is, super frustrating when you find the perfect thing and it’s just out of reach.
Then I remembered this little boutique consignment shop downtown. It’s a bit of a hidden gem, easy to miss if you don’t know it’s there. So, I popped in there one afternoon, not really expecting much, just hoping for a bit of luck. I sifted through racks and racks. Lots of… interesting choices, let’s put it that way. And then, bam! Tucked away in the back, I saw it. It wasn’t an exact Dorit replica, nothing ever is, but it had the vibe. It was this amazing asymmetric, metallic dress. It just screamed “expensive” even though, wink wink, it wasn’t. I grabbed it, hurried to the dressing room, and tried it on. It fit like it was made for me. Score! I felt like I’d won the lottery.
Accessorizing: The Real Challenge
Now, a Dorit look isn’t complete without the bling and the hair. This is where I really had to get creative and spend some time.
- Jewelry: I dug through my own collection. Pulled out every sparkly, chunky thing I owned. Found some chunky gold earrings I’d forgotten I had. I spent a while layering a couple of necklaces, taking them off, trying different combos. It was all about more is more, but in a curated way, if that makes sense. Trying to get that effortless-but-actually-took-ages look.
- Shoes: Had to be heels, obviously. No question about that. I rummaged through my shoe boxes and found a pair of strappy gold sandals that were perfect. Gave them a good polish.
- Hair & Makeup: This was the big one. I watched a couple of YouTube tutorials for “glam waves.” My arms got so tired holding the curling iron! For makeup, I went for a smoky eye and a nude lip. I practiced the eyeliner a few times. Lots of highlighter, because, Dorit. You gotta have that glow.
It took a few tries to get the hair right. My first attempt was less “glam waves” and more “electrocuted poodle.” But I persevered, watched the video again, and eventually got something I was happy with!
The Grand Reveal (to Myself)
Finally, the day came. I laid everything out. I put everything on: the dress, the shoes, the jewelry. I carefully did my hair and makeup, remembering all the little tricks. And you know what? I actually felt pretty darn fabulous. I did a little twirl in front of the mirror. Okay, maybe a few twirls. It wasn’t Chanel, but it had that Dorit confidence factor, and that’s what I was going for. I took a bunch of selfies, obviously. You gotta document the effort, right? Even if no one else saw the whole process, I knew what went into it.
So yeah, that was my journey to creating a Dorit-inspired reunion outfit. It was a bit of a process, a few hits and misses, and definitely some dedicated searching. But totally worth it in the end. Sometimes you just gotta go for that extra bit of sparkle, you know? Makes you feel good.
