i heart the process of getting dressed

Her fashion advice is straightforward: Think of yourself on a stage, and dress for the role you wish to play. There are no rules, save that the process of getting dressed should never be stressful.

"I make myself a cosmo, turn on music," Ms. Field said. "I smoke a cigarette. I relax. I make it an enjoyable experience, a creative one."

"Put yourself in that mood," she advised, "and you’re going to look nice."

Patricia Field is the costume designer for the 'Sex and the City' television series as well as the films and has a Manhattan boutique, visit Patriciafield.com. Thanks NY Times.