What is she WEARING!

So if any of you have read Lane's post on his colee blog titled, "yellow sweater," this post will not come as a huge surprise to you.

Necessary Background Information: When I worked at the court of appeals it was very rare if I saw many faces beyond that of the Judge and my co-clerk at the time (always married males). So my motivation to get ready for the day (as compared to my usual low motivation) was quite low. So I wore what was comfortable. Even if that meant a yellow sweater (w/ one tiny hole - thank you very much laner) and a big grey skirt. (that as a side note fit during law school ahhh the heavy times -glad those are over - kinda). I did not think much of it, and I certainly did not ever consider that other people were looking at my attire while working there.

Present Story: I'm at lunch last week with two work colleagues/friends. One of which is Nicole Farrell (fantastic person) who I worked with at the courts and now at the firm. For some odd reason Lane's yellow sweater blog came up and Nicole says:

Farrell: "Yes I do have to say, you dress much better now than you use to at the courts."

Me: "Um..I'm sorry what..."

Farrell: "yes your fashion has increased quite a bit..."

I then realized that somehow to my horror I was not invisible at the courts. And although I thought I wore at least mediocre clothes, we all know that people only notice someone's wardrobe if they dress fantastic or well...yep horribly. The topic was quickly changed, however when we were leaving I started laughing about it and Nicole continues:

Farrell, "Ya you dress DRAMATICALLY better now...."

Me: (in my head): Got it. No really got it. Thanks.....

My other work colleague: "Dang, what exactly were you wearing...."

I then went on to explain the comfortable grey skirt....

Farrell: "Oh ya that skirt - I haven't seen it around for awhile, have you worn it to the firm."

She knew the exact skirt! To remember a skirt worn over a year ago - means one thing...I was so embarrassed.

Me: "Oh my gosh did people actually discuss my clothing?"

Farrell: "no no...."

Me: (in my head) yeah riiiight!!!!!

My reaction.....I cried laughed of course. What else can you do - it's freaking hilarious! I just had no idea people were watching me. I guess I should have known that even when I feel invisible people watch me b/c I'm so pretty....:). Note to self...always remember the pretty factor!

Update to the Story: I asked Nicole permission to post this story. She informed me that later that same day she found a hole in her sweater. Did this make me feel better...heck yes it did.