The diet starts in six days. It reminds me of the old game “desert island.” What would you take if you were stranded on a desert island? When we play it we usually talk about the options in the book, music, food category but now…it’s apparel. I asked several of our participants what they’d be buying. Several have their eyes set on something already and others have made their purchases. “It’s like packing for a year,” said Rebecca Kotch, who is convinced she can “do this!” Below are a few must have items from various diet girls.
This is what we’re buying…
Jacky is buying the Theory “Meet Aceline” Leather Vest with Belt from her favorite online source: Bloomingdales. I can wear this iteam all year, regardless of the season. It will be my staple item. In Southern California coats are more of a “whimsy” item. But a leather vest–now that’s one practical purchase. Granted it’s $655.00 smackers but I am going to get it down to a penny a wearing!
Sally has purchsed a snappy crisp black blouse and several long sleeved t-shirtsfrom J.Crew . She also bought a jean jacket Anthropoligie and a long gray sweater with a belt, . Both are must have items for the fall and will take her anywhere. “I am going to wear that black blouse a lot. And I am going to live in those long sleeve t-shirts! Nothing impulsive about these purchses. 
When I asked Kim what she was thinking about buying before starting the diet she responded in her signature “very organized” style. She gave me a thorough accounting of what she has purchased in preparation for deprevation. “Just purchased Three black 
Cashmere Tees from Lands End. Have my eye on a Sweater coat from EileeFisher - just deciding which color. 
Ordered 2 pair of white Brooks Brothers pajamas with navy blue piping…. all cotton, so soft, too soft for men that’s for sure… and they make me think of Cary Grant and Katherine Hepburn! 1 new pair of grey patent leather clogs from Show Pony . Two white t-shirts with xtra long sleeves from American (mildly porn-ish) Apparel. Hate their ads but love
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