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5 Tips on How to Find Your Signature Style That’s True to You

Discovering your personal style can be difficult, especially when fashion is constantly changing with new trends. I always find myself scrolling through social media and seeing influencers with super fun styles that I’d love to be able to duplicate.  

There are so many unique styles, but shopping for all of them to achieve the look just isn’t obtainable, and neither is keeping up with every single new trend that comes out!  

Today we see trends go in and out faster than ever before with barely enough time to buy, only to ditch it when nobody's wearing it anymore a month later.  

Everyone deserves to feel confident in their clothing choices and have the clothes in their closet actually work together. Keep reading to see the 5 style tips we’ve came up with to help you nail down your signature look that is true to you and what you love! 

Photo: @jennifergeerlings

Find Your Inspiration 

Whether you are scrolling through the gram, pinning on Pinterest, or browsing your favorite fashion blog AKA Excluded, finding your inspiration pics are important! First make sure you absolutely can see yourself wearing it , second make sure it’s something obtainable in your price range, and finally pick the clothing pieces from each outfit you’d love to have in your closet. Mixing and matching from your fav styles will help create your signature style.  

 Find inspiration from these outfit picks below!   

Free People 

Hailee Sweater Set 

$128 

casual

Free People 

Horoscope Band Tee 

$58 

grunge

Free People 

The Briana Top 

$78 

boho

Free People 

Silvia Sweater Convertible Maxi Skirt 

$98 

chic

Free People 

Closed Rawlin Jeans 

$320 

streetwear

Free People 

Beach Happy Pullover 

$68 

preppy

Free People 

Prajna Short 

$38 

activewear

Lock Down the Basics 

Before spicing up your closet, every style no matter what it is MUST have the basics. Here are a few must have shirts to build your wardrobe up on those days when you have “nothing to wear”. Pair with jeans, sweats, leggings, skirt, anything! 

Aeropostale 

Long Sleeve Seriously Soft Mock-Neck Crop Top 

$14.98 

Skims 

FITS EVERYBODY T-SHIRT BODYSUIT 

$62 

Old Navy 

Oversized Button-Down Boyfriend Shirt for Women 

$34.99 

Old Navy 

Oversized Boyfriend Utility-Pocket Jean Shirt for Women 

$39.99 

comes in petite, regular and tall

Add Your Statement Pieces 

Now here’s where the fun comes in. Add some fun pieces and patterns to layer on top of basics or mix patterns together, who says you can’t? 

Photo: @alondra.flores_

Forever 21  

Butterfly-Sleeve Crop Top 

$19.99 

Forever 21 

Abstract Print V-Neck Sweater 

$39.99 

Forever 21  

Cherry Sweater-Knit Top 

$24.99 

Forever 21 

Faux Leather Colorblock Trench Coat 

$54.99 

Forever 21 

Plaid Button-Up Shacket 

$17.99 

Don’t Underestimate the Power of Accessorizing  

If it’s one thing I’ve learned in the past year it’s that accessories can complete an entire outfit. The most commonly complimented piece when I go out is always a bag or jewelry so yes, people do notice! 

Amazon 

Adoyi Gold Hoop Earrings Set for Women Gold Twisted Huggie Hoops Earrings 14K Plated for Girls

$19.99 

Amazon 

LANE WOODS Dainty Gold Necklaces: Pendant Necklace for Women Trendy 

$13.95 

Amazon 

Jumwrit Bohemian Beaded Choker Necklaces Dainty Green Cubic Crystal Necklaces 

$7.90 

Amazon 

Clutch Purse and Dumpling Bag for Women,Designer Cloud Handbag and Ruched Bag with Detachable Shoulder Strap,Soft PU Leather 

$29.98 

comes in 10 colors

It’s Time for That Dreaded Closet Clean Out 

Do not overlook this tip! Getting rid of clothes that no longer suit your newly formed style, or simply pieces you haven’t touched in over a year have got to go! After you’re cleaned out it’s time to get organized. Having an organized clothing space makes putting together outfits so much easier. I’m currently in the middle of my closet remodel so here are a few of my favorite budget friendly closet organizers to help you grow your personal clothing collection. 

Amazon 

MyGift 55-inch Modern Black Heavy Duty Metal Bedroom Clothing Hanger Freestanding Garment Rack Display Stand 

$109.99 

Amazon 

Industrial Pipe Clothes Rack 38.4", Wall Mounted Garment Rack Space-Saving Hanging Clothes Rack Detachable Black Iron Garment 

$19.99 

Amazon 

6 Pack Clothes Drawer Organizer Dividers, Fabric Foldable Closet Dresser Drawer Organizer for Clothing 

$14.43 

use on closet shelves or dresser drawers 

Amazon 

mDesign Plastic Storage Organizer Container Bin, Closet Organization 

$57.99