Gemma Spake

But you know, like all these other archetypes, they're wonderful and I'm sure they all dress well, but they're not me.

And so it stops me from

This is so cliche, but like trying to be something that I'm not.

Trying to be like, trying to dress a way that like I'm just never going to enjoy.

I would also say kind of as part of this as well, pick a uniform.

Similar to that kind of historical analysis of past items we were talking about.

What is the staple outfit you wear almost every day?

Like blue jeans, blazer, sneaker, mini skirt, tight top boots, suit pant, blouse.

Cool shoe, tote bag.

Like, what is your uniform?

When in doubt, just change one item from your uniform every day.

You know, I didn't come up with that advice.

I heard somebody else speak about it.

But again, it stops you from buying pieces that you have nothing to wear with.

Because if they wouldn't go with the uniform, chances are like they aren't going to go with the other things that you own either.

And it keeps everything...

kind of centered around what you know you already lean towards.

Finally, I feel like this is such an underrated tip, but pay attention to what you are drawn to outside of clothing and fashion if you are committed to finding your personal style.

Often things that are seemingly unrelated to fashion are the most inspiring things because of the feelings they evoke.

And I'm saying that as somebody who doesn't understand fashion at all.