Finding Your Soul Style
Hello You!
The art of living is not just about our ability to survive and meet our daily needs. Living is also an expression of who we are, our passions, our dreams and, of course, our style. We often hear the phrase “living with style”, but what does that really mean? And how does it apply to our daily lives?
We all have a unique personality that is reflected in our daily choices, from the music we listen to to the food we eat. And fashion is no different. Your personal style is an extension of who you are, and finding and embracing it can be an empowering and revealing journey.
In real life. Styling inspiration is often sitting on your front door. more often than not the people you surround yourself with are your biggest influences. But don’t just limit it to family, friends and peers, keep your eyes peeled when you’re out an about and window-shop next time you’re in town. Plus whenever I’m scrolling online retailers I always find cool ways to wear things. I screengrab them whenever I find them and save them in a folder on my desktop.
Instagram:. For me this the platform where I find the most styling inspiration. IG have made it really easy to do thanks to the save feature (although the same can’t be said for stories currently, so I tend to screen grab those and save them in a folder on my phone), and whenever I wake up and have no idea what to wear, it’s the first place I head. Not sure where to start? Check it out @theposhmess
Pinterest. It’s an incredible platform to find outfit inspiration. I tend to find what I want there quickest when I search an exact clothing item. So for example, maybe I want to find more ways to way my beige trench, I search for exactly that and am served thousands of images with a huge variety of styling ideas. Whereas Instagram might be better for general styling muses and creating more of a mood board, Pinterest is where I head when I want to find more ways to wear what I already have.
How to Put It Into Practice
Shop your wardrobe. Before feeling the need to add anything new into your wardrobe, see what you have already. There’s a high chance that you’ll own a least an item or two that’s similar to some of the pieces in the outfits you’ve found. Really have a dig around and use it as a chance to tackle some wardrobe maintenance whilst you’re at it. Come across a questionable piece? Get out that sh*t you’ve been meaning to use. Or a trouser that’s got a button loose at the top? Mend it. Make sure that 100% of your wardrobe is fully functional and ready to wear.
Look beyond the colour. Found a picture with a beige trench coat that you love the fit of, but you only have a navy one? THAT’S COOL. Look beyond the colour, the fabrics and the fit and instead zoom out to look at the tones and the silhouettes. Perhaps the wearer has paired the beige trench with a contrasting black base of clothing? So why not try the same with your navy trench and pair it with a contrasting beige base of clothing. Instead try to find patterns in terms of shapes and colour palettes in the images you’ve found and apply those to what you already have. So IGNORE: exact colours, lengths, fit and fabrics, and instead FOCUS on: colour palettes and tones, silhouettes and shapes and why you enjoy the outfit, to create your own outfit formula.
Log it. I always mention it, but I find some of my most favorite outfits when I’ve carved out an hour at the weekend to have a little fashion show. Have a play around and don’t be disheartened when an outfit doesn’t work immediately. Sometimes the undertones clash, the fit just doesn’t balance out and you might find that you don’t have a bag that goes with it – but 9 times out of 10 there is a little tweak that can change it up and make you feel more comfortable. When I feel like I’ve got it just right, I snap a picture on my phone and save it to an ‘outfits’ folder for future reference, so next time I’m feeling uninspired I know just where to head…
Where Can you Find Inspiration to Discover Your Style?
A great way to discover your style is to look for inspiration from different sources and write down what you like and dislike. This could include fashion magazines, blogs, social media or even people you identify with and admire.
A great tip is to create a folder of different inspirations on your phone or even a Pinterest board with images of looks you would like to try. This will help you better visualize what your preferences are and give you a starting point to develop your own unique style.
How To Try New Fashion Trends?
Trying out new trends in the fashion world is an exciting part of the process of discovering your style.
That’s why it pays to be open to stepping out of your comfort zone and experimenting with different pieces and combinations. Why not visit stores that offer a variety of styles and trends to try?
Don’t be afraid to mix and match different styles to create something new and unique to you. I guarantee you’ll be surprised!
How to Find the Balance Between Comfort and Style?
Finding the balance between being comfortable and stylish is essential when it comes to discovering your style and “developing” a new wardrobe.
Therefore, prioritize pieces that make you feel good, especially if you’re going to wear them on a daily basis. Have you ever thought about spending the whole day at work wearing a fashionable outfit that’s super uncomfortable?
In addition, give preference to choosing soft and comfortable fabrics, cuts that fit your body well, and shoes that don’t hurt your beloved feet – they don’t deserve to suffer.
How to Define your Style and Reflect it in your Personality?
Your personal style is a way of expressing your identity and personality. Think about the activities you like to do, the places you frequent, and the things that are important to you.
Use all of this to decide your fashion choices and create a style that is truly yours. Don’t be afraid to be authentic and show the world who you are through your unique style, okay?
The best thing about this process of discovering your style is that you feel confident, happy, and, of course, comfortable!
Sending you Peace, Love & Light – Thi
