A Guide to Creating Your Personal Style & Link Up On the Edge #188

March 27, 2020 / 48 Comments
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*Guest post by Isabella Goode.

Style can be difficult to master for some people and that is okay if it doesn’t always come easy to you. We do not all have an eye for style or design, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make a change. Defining your style can be both confusing and scary and that is why we are going to look at some tips that can help you on the way.

Build a Wardrobe

Most fashion consultants advise that you have basic wardrobe pieces such as jeans, t-shirts, and other casual staples as well as investment pieces like blazers, skirts and more classic items. These pieces will form the foundation of your wardrobe and you can use them to create different outfits and looks. When choosing these pieces, ensure that they go well with your body type and shape so that they all look amazing on you.

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Be Observant

If you have never developed a personal style, it can be difficult to know what you need to pull it off. The first step in creating your own personal style is to start observing the style of others. Look at the women around you and decide what you personally like and dislike about their outfits. Make a mental note of the outfits that fall into both categories so you can try the ones you like and dismiss the ones you do not. Try imagining yourself wearing the outfits you like daily. This will cement your views on those particular outfits and styles.

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Go Against the Grain

Most women follow trends blindly without thinking about what works best for them. The goal of this exercise is to develop a personal style that is tailored specifically to you. Do not feel pressured into being trendy. Instead, choose pieces that work best for you even if they may not be in fashion. Remember that your personal style reflects the way you want to feel and be seen and it is not about anyone else but you.

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Add a Signature Piece

When developing your personal style, it is important that you have at least one piece of clothing or accessory that defines you. You could choose a Saint Laurent bag or any other accessory from SSENSE. SSENSE is a high-end fashion retailer with a huge selection of handbags, shoes, and everything else you might need to complete your look. They have clothing items and accessories for both men and women that can be mixed and matched with lots of different ensembles.

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Experiment

Creating a personal look can be a long process so why not have fun with it? If you stick to what you have always worn, things will become boring and there will be no point in trying something new. Instead, go out of your way to experiment and look different. If you are afraid something will not fit right, try it at least one time and see what other people think.

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Conclusion

Creating a signature look can be difficult, especially if you have never done it before. Just remember to have fun, experiment, and make mental notes of what does and does not look good on you.

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