We could talk about this subject all day, every day. But we’ll start today by pinning it down by some simple steps. Folks, we’re talking about how to dress as yourself! It might sound foolish as we all have clothes on and we all function in them etc. But not always are your clothes in line with the core of your style. This can be dependent on societal pressure, insecurities, that you don’t know what you want or you’re just out of tune. Walking around and not feeling empowered by your clothes is of course a no-no. Dressing like yourself is dressing as the best version of you! Here are some tips that hopefully will take you closer to your style:
How To Dress As Yourself
- Know what your go-to pieces are: It may be the blazers, pleated skirts or oversized cardigans (or whatever clothing piece you have too many examples of). However, building your style from a piece your comfortable in will empower your outfit as well as yourself.
- Color, print or texture you love? We all have a go-to color, print or texture that we feel comfortable in. Identify these and make the color your signature touch. It might be the color red, the pattern of palm leaves or a knitted piece. Your go-to will always be your friend in need and a reflection of the sense of your style too.
- Know your shape and let it rule your outfit: Different clothing pieces and style tricks will enhance the best of you. If you’re heavy on the bottom, add volume to the top and vice versa. This also goes for body parts (Heidi Klum’s legs anyone?), know the best parts of you and dress accordingly.
- Simple as this: Don’t overthink your style, just do. Be inspired by a style you like and interpretate it your way. Your style is a reflection of you mind and your taste. If you like it; wear it and own it!
- And folks? Do keep in mind that by the end of the day it’s all about daring to be true to your style and truly not care about what other people think. Put on whatever you want and wear it without excusing yourself.
Remember this; style is about you, so why dress like everyone else when you can dress as yourself?
Lovely sentiments, esp the last one
I love this post. I think finding your own style is something that is easier over time, but the points you mentioned are really important and helpful!
Amber | y a c h t s m a a n
Thank you! It gets easier when one is aware of it for sure! Xx
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I’m super excited about that last point. ;p The biggest thing that stops me from wearing whatever the F I want and being fully me is hesitation about what others might think. But honestly, I freaking LOVE wearing stuff that’s a bit outlandish and out there.
I also like to play around with clothes and play dress-up. 🙂
xo
N
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Same here, that’s been my main struggle growing up with my heart in fashion. Daring to be true to yourself and ignore the stares is a constant problem, but it’s so rewarding to push the boundaries! Xx
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Great post! I always dress girly and sometimes my friends are saying that I look 15 years old with my girly dresses but I don’t care, this is what I want to wear and I will wear it!
Yiota
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Don’t care about them, go for what you want and wing it! Xx
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Nice post!
Baci,
Marina
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Thank you! Xx
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Great post!
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Thank you! Xx
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I seriously love this post! As simple as it is so many people don’t know how to dress themselves. I am always telling my boyfriend he needs to beware of his shape and dress for that- he has literally 0 clue what I mean
Haha well it’s quite common after all! But once one is aware of the body, it’s impossible to go back! Xx
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Nice post! thanks for shared
xx LL
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Thank you!! Xx
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Thank you for the tips! You have amazing style.
Not me on the pictures! Xx
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fabulous tips!
Have a great week!
Animated Confessions
Thank you! Xx
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I love the tips given here. My fave is not to over think your style. It sure is very simple and often forgotten. This is another great post!xx
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They are hopefully helpful! It’s important to be aware of it but also important not to get too caught up in it! Xx
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These are such great tips to help stay true to yourself and your likes, but also flatter your shape! Thanks for sharing! They are a good reminder!
Thank you love! So good to stay true and be aware of your style! Xx
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Love this article babe! So important to stay true to you and your personal style! If I’ve learned anything as a blogger it’s that. Great post!
xoxo Rina
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Thank you love! It is indeed, it is what makes you you in the world of fashion! Xx
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fining your personal style is so key! These are really great tips!
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It is indeed, makes fashion a lot easier! Thank you love! Xx
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I love these tips, couldn’t agree more!
Bella Pummarola
Right?! They’ll hopefully help! Xx
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Great tips! It’s easy to get caught up in trends and what everyone else is wearing. But I always feel best in clothes that are simple and comfortable!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup
It is indeed, that’s why it’s so important to have a good foundation to count on! Comfy and simple clothes always works! Xx
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I really enjoyed reading this ! I couldn’t agree more with you.
You did a great job with this post 🙂
Hope you have a great day and week!
OX,
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That’s lovely, thank you so much for your kind words!! Same to you love! Xx
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Great tips
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Thank you! Xx
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Dressing like yourself is not as easy as it sounds. I think so many people assume that if they take a dress and throw it on then they’re inherently dressing “like themselves.” The thing is if you don’t think too much about what styles suit you, what you like, what you’re comfortable in etc – then you haven’t really mastered your personal style.
-M
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Your reflections are good as always Monika! So true that it’s a lot harder than many people are assuming and in the art of mastering a style, some effort is definitely required! Xx
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Great post! I totally agree that one should only wear what looks good on them and what they feel comfortable wearing, rather than just going with trends. xo, sharon
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That’s what creates a succesful style!! Xx
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I didn’t really know much about the effects of choosing the right style according to the body shape. I wish I had known it before 🙂 Black is my go-to colour and saviour, when I don’t know what to wear! xx
Ela BellaWorld
It really makes a difference! Highlighting the body makes the clothes even better, so it’s a positive circle! One can always count on black! Xx
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These are great tips and thank you for sharing! I have never been one that follows trends, I think the only thing I bought in the past two years due to trend was a bell bottom jeans which frankly, is pretty timeless and I can wear it all the time.
Shireen | Reflection of Sanity
They are timeless indeed, and will definitely work for a long time! Xx
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Simple as that. Dress how you want to dress and relax. I think that’s the general rule of fashion. Dress the way you wanna dress, hehe <3
xx BASH | go say H E Y B A S H
Hahah love that, so true! Just dress and wing it! Xx
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I completely agree with you! Awesome tips and post 🙂
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Natural Beauty And Makeup
Thank you! Dressing as yourself is the best! Xx
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Great tips! Agree that you need to know what your key pieces are!
I hope your day is as beautiful as you are!
xoxo, Vanessa
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It definitely makes it easier to get a good sense of style! Xx
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Very nice tips. Thanks for sharing !
xoxo
Liza
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Thank you! Xx
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I love the message of this post! It’s so important to be yourself with fashion x
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Right? It’s such an important one! Staying true to your style is so important! Xx
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Such great tips !
Nice post
xx,
Margot
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Thank you! Xx
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Very interesting and useful tips sweetie
kisses
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Thank you, hope they’ll help! Xx
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Cool!! Have a nice day sweetie!!
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Thank you, same to you! Xx
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Love this, really great advice! x
adelelydia.blogspot.com
Thank you, glad to you found it useful! Xx
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Great tips, lady! You definitely need to know your body + what cuts flatter it best!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
It’s so true, it definitely changes the fashion game! Xx
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