// SKIRT // SWEATER // SHOES // JACKET // EARRINGS // LIPSTICK //
Happy Monday!
A few weeks ago I shared this skirt from Gap in a post and Instagram try on. I fell in love with it in store while in Chicago but was unsure of how versatile it would be. I’m so glad that I ended up snagging it because turns out- it actually kind of goes with everything! So far I’ve worn it countless times with the striped shirt I bought with it, with this cream sweater, with a basic white t, with a chunkier cream turtleneck, black long sleeve t, and already plan to wear it with tights, my white button up, and layered with scarfs and coats! Who knew a red midi skirt could become such a staple?
I’m learning that “staples” are more than just solid color t shirts and a classic pair of jeans. When you are able to determine your personal style and what things are important to you anything can be a staple so long as it meets the criteria.
Finding my personal style is something I’ve only begun to think about in the last year or so. I’ve always loved clothing and styling, and have blogged my outfits since I was 18, but lately I’ve been trying to narrow in. I’m realizing there is a difference between styles/trends/pieces I like, and styles/trends/pieces I like on ME. I have learned the difference between and outfit I like, and an outfit I love. By process of elimination and paying careful attention I’ve found what criteria makes up an outfit that makes me feel my absolute best.
I like trendy things but I’ve noticed that they can often be a distraction, leading me to buy pieces that don’t fit with the rest of my wardrobe or only get worn for one season. I’ve realized I feel best in things that are traditional and feminine. I like feeling polished and a little fancy, even if that means I may be overdressed in some’s mind. It’s what makes me feel comfortable and confident. When deciding if I like a piece I often ask myself if I can see the same piece fitting into another era somewhere between the 20’s and 60’s. That doesn’t necessarily mean I go for retro or vintage attire, more just that those decades seemed to focus more on the femininity and formalness in design that I love. I still appreciate boho, masculine inspired, edgy styles but when I personally wear them I don’t feel like myself. I also ask myself if it still feels fun, modern, and (as cliche as it sounds) if it “sparks joy”. I’m over buying prices that “work”. I’m now only buying pieces that make me really happy.
Anyway that is how I ended up buying this red skirt. I felt good in it, it felt fun, and felt like I could picture my nanny wearing when she was my age. Midi skirts are a trend I can get behind because they fit into the overall general style I desire to have. Learning the direction I want my style to lean has been game changing for me! I make way smarter buying decisions and am happier with my wardrobe by the day!
How would you describe your personal style? I’m still working on trying to come up with adjectives to describe my look, but I can picture it in my head!
// SKIRT // SWEATER // SHOES // JACKET // EARRINGS // LIPSTICK //
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