How to Create Your Own Signature Fashion Style

 

Fashion is an art form and an excellent means of self-expression. Once you know how, it's simple to create your own signature style. After all, you are the protagonist of your own life story, so you should dress the part.

Find Some Style Inspiration

Finding style inspiration is the first step in developing your own fashion sense. Use leading media outlets to gather expert knowledge and information about the latest catwalk trends and fashion icons, such as:

• Industry magazines, like Vogue and Elle
• Styling blogs and vlogs, like Fashion Toast and Gal Meets Glam
• Fashion TV shows, like Project Runway and America's Next Top Model

Also, utilize search engines like Google and social media platforms like Pinterest to collect visuals for styling tips and advice.

Decide What You Like

Create an inspiration board of looks, pieces, colors, and prints that you like and could see yourself adopting into your own individualistic fashion style after you've exhausted all media outlets. Do you like the way a certain celebrity looks? Put them on your bulletin board. Do you have a favorite current fashion trend? Board. Have you fallen in love with a particular fabric? You already know what to do.

Once your board is finished, pin it to your bedroom wall or somewhere you'll see it every day to remind you of the look you're going for.

Consider Your Lifestyle

Before you start experimenting with different options, consider your lifestyle. For example, that PVC skirt may look great on Mary-Kate or Ashley Olsen, but it's not exactly practical for someone who takes the bus every day. Similarly, while you may have a thing for Dr. Martens combat boots, your office requires professional-looking shoes. Have fun and experiment with new things, but make sure your decisions are sound.

Mix and Match Different Styles

Don't be afraid to make mistakes while experimenting. This is how you find out what works. Reflect your mood, but also use getting dressed every day as a creative outlet. If you want to experiment with a variety of colors and textures, go ahead! Show off your creative side, and you'll be noticed for all the right reasons in no time.

Know What Suits You

You'll quickly learn what works and what doesn't as you experiment. It's all about dressing for your body shape, figuring out which colors, patterns, and silhouettes work for you, and having fun while doing so. You will naturally develop your personal fashion favorites over time, and that signature style will become something akin to your own personal uniform.

Show Your Personality and Interests

Fashion is an extension of who you are. When people see you, it's one of the first things they notice. Strangers can form opinions about you based on what you wear. Prints that clash? They must be a real character. Is it all neutrals? They are most likely playing it safe. Smart business attire? They are most likely intelligent and have a prestigious job.

Others may judge you before you even open your mouth, so your fashion sense is an excellent way to demonstrate who you truly are. As an example:

• Loud and positive as a person? Reflect this by wearing colorful, complex outfits that stand out from the crowd.
• A fan of rock bands from the 1990s? Show off your interests by wearing grunge pieces like band t-shirts, ripped jeans, and plaid shirts.

Stay true to yourself and the rest will follow.

Utilize the Power of Accessories

Accessories are easily forgotten, but they can easily make a look. For example:

• A 1950s-inspired feminine look would be nothing without a cute bandana or headband to finish it off.
• Your love of sports wouldn't be clear unless you wore a baseball cap or Converse-style sneakers.

Make sure that you utilize handbags, footwear, jewelry, and other accessories to help achieve your desired aesthetic.

Add Sentimental Touches

Finish your signature style with touches that are entirely unique to you, rather than what has been inspired by blogs or celebrities. Wearing items from a deceased loved one to feel closer to them, or putting on a lace glove as an accessory simply because you like the way it looks, are examples of this. In any case, when it comes to your fashion sense, go with what feels natural. Be true to yourself. In the world, there is only one you, and that is your power.

Have Fun and Be Fearless

Developing a signature fashion style is a gradual but simple process. All it takes to pull off your original look once you've mastered it is the right attitude. Being at ease in your own skin will boost your confidence, and it won't be long before your style will empower you to face the world every day.