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Be You! : Fashion and the Herd Effect
Hello You! In the search for belonging, many people end up following the “herd effect,” adopting fashion trends simply because they are popular. However, fashion should be a unique expression of who you are. As Coco Chanel said, “Fashions fade, style remains.” This personal style is what sets you apart from others, and not every popular trend needs to be in your wardrobe. The herd effect refers to the phenomenon in which individuals imitate the actions of a group, often ignoring their own preferences and individuality. In fashion, this can mean adopting pieces or styles that, while modern, don’t reflect your essence or flatter your body type. A classic example…
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Denim On Denim!
Hello You! These days, it seems like denim washes, fits, and rises cycle through periods of popularity every week rather than every decade. (Remember actual trend cycles? Me neither 😉 Because of that, reporting on such changes in the jeans space can, at times, feel repetitive. I’m not going to do that. Instead, I’ve chosen to focus my time and energy on the ways that chic people are wearing their jeans as opposed to the types of jeans they’re wearing. Denim pieces, depending on the quality, can last a lifetime, so invest in jackets, pants, shorts and shirts that will last a long time and that will certainly complement your outfits. Plus, combining them into complete denim looks is…
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If You Want to Improve Your Style, Give It a Name
Hello You! It may sound funny, but the truth is that the quest to improve your style and make it more authentic doesn’t start with the clothes you wear, but with a full and enlightened perception of who you are or the things you like. We confuse fashion consumption with style, and perhaps that’s exactly why we’re dissatisfied with what we wear. Our dream is for someone to give us the protagonist’s “makeover,” take us shopping, and change our entire wardrobe (hello, “The Princess Diaries”!). But what about when Mia needs to buy something for herself? Will she really know how to continue this revolution that was created solely from…
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Accessorize Me
Accessories have an absurd power in the final result of any production, any look. They add information, make the look richer and can even transform a basic outfit into another super trendy one full of style. Get to know the items that enhance the clothes you already have at home, it’s a smart way to put together cool looks. Evidencing the glamor of already powerful productions, highlighting delicacy, adding shine and color to the simplest and everyday looks, enhancing the beauty of each woman, are some of the functions of accessories in our daily lives.Accessories fulfill this mission in all styles, they reach all women and guarantee their place on…
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7 Tips to Keep in Mind When Thrifting
Hello Posh Squad, I’ve been a thrift fashion consumer for many years. But I confess that it was from mid-2021 that I started buying more consciously. Thrift store shopping takes patience and self-control, but you can find some of the best items at consignment shops like your local Goodwill store or the Salvation Army. There’s a strategy to becoming an efficient thrifter, and if you do it often enough, you can end up with great finds at much lower prices than you would at a standard retail store. I bought some pieces during the year that I would never find in stores, first because they are no longer available, second…
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Why Loungewear Is The New Fashion Trend
2020 changed our lives in a big way. It’s also safe to say it dramatically changed the way we dress. With the need to socially distance ourselves and work from home, those svelte party dresses and smart office wear have seen the inside of our wardrobes for almost a year now. However, fashion evolves, through seasons, through the need for sustainability…even through a pandemic. And we have witnessed, first-hand, the rise of loungewear. As we continue to spend more time in our homes, the loungewear trend is likely to have a long life. 2020 saw almost everyone resort to loungewear during the quarantine. 2021 will be the year they found…
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4 Reasons Why Basics Are An Important Part Of Your Closet
Hello Posh Squad, When working with clients or helping friends, I emphasize the importance of including a healthy mix of basics, in addition to statement pieces, into their wardrobes. What are wardrobe basics, anyway? Basics are those items that can serve many purposes and are a great foundation for dressing well. Examples include a great pair of jeans, black dress pants, button down shirts, shells, tanks, t-shirts, and more. They are often understated and can either play the background or take center stage — depending on the outfit. What’s the right mix of basics and statement pieces? The ratio of basics to statement pieces will be different for every woman,…
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What’s your ”Style Personality”?
How you define your style preferences? How to know yourself in today’s world, where we have more than ever the freedom to express your individuality, values and style preferences? The key to looking great isn’t following all of the latest fashion trends. It’s staying true to your personal style. But what if you don’t know what your style is? You can develop your unique style by searching for inspiration, creating a mood board, and experimenting with fashion. What’s your personal style? Style refers to a person’s particular way of expressing themselves—whether that’s through clothing, writing style, or a style of architecture. In the fashion world, “style” is usually shorthand for “personal…
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Fashion & Lifestyle
Many people question this and ask us if it would be just one thing. And the answer is: no. It’s not the same thing and I’m here to explain the difference between them. Fashion is a clothing trend determined at a time and reflects the behavior of society within the contexts in which it is inserted. Style is a set of factors, such as our personality, influences, beliefs, experiences and everything else that concerns our essence. It is he who guarantees a more consistent look, respecting who we are, which brings a deeper bias. This is one of the big differences between fashion and style! Fashion walks with the collective,…
