Gabrielle Arruda discusses imposter syndrome in the context of personal style exploration, focusing on identifying different types of imposter syndrome and providing tips on overcoming intrusive thoughts. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity, resilience, and reframing cognitive rigidity to build a unique style POV. Listen to it: Transcript: I bet this sounds familiar: I feel …
While many of the trends that have popped up on our feeds have faded into oblivion with equal swiftness, the Mermaid Style aesthetic remains unforgettable. It’s like we’ve all been possessed by their siren song, and I for one don’t mind it one bit. Who wouldn’t want to be transported to this siren-filled style inspiration …
The episode delves into the concept of psychological ownership in personal style, discussing the role of professional stylists and the importance of developing a personal style toolbox. It emphasizes trusting one’s fashion instincts, deriving inspiration from the problem-solving approach of MacGyver, and finding strength through owning one’s style POV. Listen to it: Transcript: Personal style …
Lofty title, right? You probably just wanted to learn how to dress better and now we’re getting all analytical. Do we really need to “measure” everything in our lives? We’ve transformed our daily lives to an appalling amount of tracking data, from our macro levels, our busyness in the form of perceived productivity, to smart devices …
The episode discusses the concept of style perfectionism, the importance of setting achievable style goals, and how perfectionism can hinder progress in personal style development. It explores the idea of aiming for 80% completion to avoid procrastination and emphasizes the need to trust one’s fashion instincts to find strength through style. Listen to it: Transcript: …
In this episode, Gabriella Arruda discusses the impact of shopping tendencies on personal style, emphasizing the need to break free from conformity and rely on individual fashion instincts. She delves into the psychology behind impulse purchases and offers strategies like personal style mapping, understanding triggers, and implementing ‘no buy’ or ‘low buy’ periods to cultivate …
The episode explores the concept of style creativity, explaining how divergent and convergent thinking can enhance one’s fashion instincts. It offers tips on expanding style perspectives, building unique outfits, and staying creatively engaged with personal style development. Learn how to build an authentic personal style and get out of a style rut using style creativity …
{and how it can help you develop a truly authentic style expression} This episode explores the roles of style systems, style advice, and foundational fashion information on our personal styles. It explores the use of the “style toolbox”; a concept that allows you to take that base information and apply it in a more individualized …
Capsule wardrobes, you either love them or hate them. And, I’m assuming since you’re reading this article you might at least be interested in the concept. Now, if you’ve read my capsule wardrobe articles in the past, you might be expecting a similar format. I tell you what they are, how to build one, and …
There’s this moment after you’ve started diving into seasonal color analysis, where it goes from this foreign concept that makes zero sense to this all-encompassing topic that you can’t escape from. Watching your favorite TV show? Oh, that character’s shirt does not go with their undertone. Becoming a bridesmaid? No… not a soft autumn palette …
This is a story… one you can learn from. I used to spend hours scrolling social media feeds trying to keep up with the latest fashion trends, and embarked on a fruitless style journey of trying to get a “you look great in that” compliment. It. was. exhausting. And not to mention, totally thwarted me …