Why Aren't You Doing This For Yourself?
Rachel Zoe - Vintage Boho Style
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If budget and time weren’t a factor what would you say your personal style would be? I’ll help you. Do you have a personal style mirror? A personal style mirror is what I call the person who’s style you best identify with; the perfect way to hone in on your own style.
Tracey Ellis Ross - Boho Street Style
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Is it :
Audrey Hepburn? Straight lines, classic feminine (Jackie O fits this mirror too)
Carrie Bradshaw? Fun street style, label maven, whatever is trending
Julia Roberts? Town and Country, no fuss, feminine and functional
Olivia Pope? High style, ultra tailored, sophisticated feminine
Rainbow Johnson/Kryzada Rodriguez? Boho with a Street Style mix
Alicia Keys - Straight Street Style
Kim Kardashian/Jennifer Lopez? Sexy street style (Ferggie would be included in this style)
Rachel Zoe - Vintage Boho
Erykah Badu/ Stevie Knicks - Earthy Boho
Now the next question? Why does budget and time limit you from expressing your style? Could it really be fatigue and stress has worn you down?
Alicia Keys - Street Style
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Our lives are either so fast paced physically, or so loaded up mentally/emotionally, or all of the above, that sometimes style and esthetics doesn’t even make the list. We say things like, “Remember when I used to dress this way? I was so cute!” or even just a wistful, “I love her style!” when seeing someone who’s style rings a chord. That’s your inner style reminding you it’s in there!
Julia Roberts - Town and Country Style
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Olivia Pope - Sophisticated Style
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The 21st century may have more cons than pros but a definite positive is price point is no hindrance of style. You can curate your style at Target and thrift stores as easy as you can boutiques and Nordstroms. Skincare? Skincare is healthcare. I try to get all my clients to include their skincare in their monthly budget. It’s worth canceling one of your streaming subscriptions for, or making coffee at home instead of Starbucks! Makeup is optional but you can buy one lipstick and use it for lips, cheeks and even eyes. No excuses!
I’m just going to say it. You aren’t living your style because you’re tired and worn out. There. I said it. Girl, that may not change. If it doesn’t change are you just going to let life drag you around like a rag doll? No, living your style is not frivolous or superficial. Im not talking about becoming unbalanced and obsessed. I’m talking about showing up to be the best you. I’m talking about seeing someone you went to school with and not hiding because you know you didn’t try this morning. I’m talking not walking past a window and mirror and feeling defeated.
Do this for yourself. Be your style. Convey your style. You have control of how you stand up to the world. If you’re in a business office or taking your mom to the doctor’s office, get dressed and nurture your skin.
Give me three days out of the week. Try expressing your style for 3 days. Showing up with a moisturized face and a tinted gloss or creamy lipstick. See how you feel. I know you’ll love the results!
Cover Photo of Audrey Hepburn 1967 from The Good Films