Is It Vanity?
At the beginning of my style journey, there was a sense of embarrassment about the whole thing. I kept wondering: Am I just being vain? I remember noticing it most with photos. Before I learned any style language, I was never someone who took selfies or documented outfits. It just didn’t occur to me. Now I […]
Why You Shouldn’t Try to Be a Character
There is a subtle idea that shows up in style advice. You are supposed to “find your type.” Determine which tv or movie character you could play and then dress accordingly. At first, it seems harmless, but you’re essentially casting yourself. I understand why this is appealing though. It makes things simpler and more […]