CLASSIC STYLE

The In Crowd

When I was growing up, there were classic styles one wore to fit in with the “in crowd.” My outfit consisted of black and white sandals or brogues, white bobby socks which were usually glued to my legs, and a plaid skirt held together on one side with a large safety pin. Jewelry was a sterling silver ID bracelet, or a fraternity pin, if one was so lucky, or a sorority pin affixed to a cashmere twin sweater set purchased if one had a after school job.

Irina Miech’s “Classic Style” book transforms yesterday’s jewelry styles into something new for the here and now. She leads the artist down the path to new discoveries while never discarding the old. Mixed metals, traditional materials and a discerning eye helps one create their own distinctive style.

The classic girl can become the classy woman with this fun-filled Kalmbach Publishing Company new book, “Classic Style.” It should be on every creative designer’s “Wish List.”