Your personal style is a unique interpretation and manifestation of who you are. It’s a powerful communication tool. As Miuccia Prada has said, “Fashion is instant language.”
So, what are your clothes saying? The fun part of fashion and getting dressed each day is that you get to decide the answer to that question.
These images are just a few examples of different style profiles. From left to right: tailored, romantic, casual polished.
Here are some fun questions to ponder in order to define your personal style. There are no wrong answers! Let your imagination go. You may choose multiple styles, words, adjectives, looks; or, you may always land on the same definitions. It’s all good 😊 Let me know what you come up with!
How do you want to feel in your clothes?
examples: comfortable, confident, creative
How do you want other people to feel when they see you?
calm, energized, curious, certain (there are many more possibilities!)
What messages do you want to send about yourself?
I’m reliable and relatable
I love fashion, art, music
I’m traditional
I’m an artist at heart
Something else entirely—fill in the blank yourself
What adjectives most resonate when you describe yourself?
Edgy, classic, eclectic, preppy
Minimalist, rocker, bohemian, girl-next-door
Do you want to send consistent messages or do you enjoy changing things up?
No matter the circumstance, I like to dress in the same styles
Depending on where and with whom, I like to dress in different styles
some style profiles from which to choose:
What are the symbolic meanings of the garments you love the most?
For example: pearls = Ladylike and silver grommets = Rock n’ Roll
What is the physical experience of wearing your favorite clothes?
Clothing has been proven to make us perform better. If you haven’t read about Enclothed Cognition yet, check it out here.
When it’s my favorite, I actually forget about what I’m wearing!
How would you describe the clothing you wear on a daily basis?
Intentional, whatever fits, workout gear
Here are examples of preppy style, classic style and bohemian style.
some personal adjectives from which to choose:
If you’ve done this before and feel that you are certain of your personal style profile, I suggest revisiting these questions every few years. As the Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, “The only thing that is constant is change.” (Apparently, I’m really into quotes for this post LOL).
For those of you who know me personally, you will not be surprised to learn some of my answers: Eclectic, creative, classic, approachable. I truly have fun with my clothing and love helping others to do the same!
here are just a few recent client outfits to inspire you!
Thanks for reading! 😊
