Understanding your style or wardrobe personality goes a long way
to helping you feel good about yourself as it reflects the person you
really are - your true self. See if you can spot yourself amongst these 5
wardrobe personalities.
Romantics like to
express themselves through their clothing, to reflect their femininity
or artistic / creative talents. They love fabrics with 'feel appeal' -
velvet, cashmere, silk and satin as well as floral patterns and pretty
details on clothing. Their accessories are often delicate and pretty,
perhaps sparkly too.
Top tip: Romantics often
have significantly more accessories than most, so a bit of organisation
would help - hanging jewellery on pretty stands on a dressing table or
inside wardrobe doors, putting shoes in clear boxes. Good planning for
each new season is essential if on a budget.
The Classic
woman loves tailored clothes in good quality fabrics. They are always
well co-ordinated with accessories to complement each outfit. They don't
like to stand out in a crowd, preferring to blend into the background,
choosing timeless elegant styles in subdued shades. Their hair is always
neatly styled and they prefer minimal but well applied make-up, giving a
polished look.
Top tip: Classics need to be
careful not to get into a rut with their wardrobe. It's advisable to
check out new brands and different shops to avoid looking old fashioned
or frumpy. Casual dressing can prove to be a challenge - a good approach
is to choose simple structures and styles in less formal fabrics.
A Dramatic
personality has a strong, self-assured air. She likes to be noticed,
choosing quirky, unusual clothing with bold prints and bright colours.
She loves dramatic proportions - short jackets with wide leg trousers or
a coat that reaches the floor. She wears chunky, elaborate or ornate
jewellery and her shoes and handbags make a statement.
Top tip:
Dramatics need to make sure the strong colours they love are flattering
for their skin tone. They need to bear in mind that other people may
find their bold style a little over the top, perhaps even intimidating -
a warm smile can really help.
Naturals have a
relaxed easy-going approach to life. They will be drawn to easy care
clothing that needs little or no ironing. They don't really think much
about how they look, just as long as they're comfortable, and are
unlikely to be interested in fashion. Make-up and jewellery are probably
only worn for special occasions.
Top tip: Naturals
can find formal situations a bit of a challenge - it's a good idea to
shop for a small selection of smart clothes for such occasions. Making
sure clothes are clean and pressed can help a natural to avoid looking
scruffy. The services of a personal shopper might be helpful.
The Gamine
woman has a neat body with a small frame, coupled with a lively nature
and boundless energy. No matter what her age, she always appears
youthful. She will tend to opt for a casual, sporty look with a fun
twist, but always well groomed. A short, urchin hairstyle is a common
choice for Gamines.
Top tip: Smaller scale prints
and fitted clothing will be more flattering for a small frame - loose
baggy clothes and large patterns will drown a gamine. Neutrals are often
a staple, so adding colour can avoid looking a bit drab.
Did one
of these descriptions resonate with you, or did you feel you were a
mixture of more than one? Well, that's very common, after all each one
of us is unique and wouldn't want to be given a label, but perhaps you
picked up on certain characteristics that ring true for you.
So,
here's a challenge for you - open your wardrobe and see if you have a
clear style personality from the fabrics, colours and styles that greet
you. How much of your wardrobe fits with your true style - 20% - 50% -
80%? If it's below 50% you probably struggle with what to wear on a
daily basis. Nearer 80%? Well done, you clearly have a good sense of
your personal style.
Judith Mercer - Personal Image Consultant
http://www.ulookgreat.net
Through colour and style consultations, along with follow-on services, I
offer my clients the solutions to their image concerns and help them to
look and feel their best every day.
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