2025 Ins & Outs - A Stylist Edition
As we strut into 2025 here are a few of my ins & outs that I invite you to consider for yourself and your style.
Both personally or as a business owner, a huge emphasis needs to be on your authenticity, first impressions and your personal brand.
IN
Embracing main character energy
Making intentional purchases
Taking time to understand your lifestyle & your personal aesthetic
Adopting ‘The Rule of Four’ with any new purchases
Embrace a circular wardrobe - shop and resell pre-loved, thrifting, hiring
Investing in yourself and your knowledge
Investing in tailoring & alterations
Pre-planning your outfits head to toe for busy days/weeks
Understanding the importance and power of a strong personal brand
Embracing your authenticity
Stepping into your own version of style with confidence
Wearing what you love ‘right now’ instead of ‘when’
Empowering your employees to have knowledge and confidence around personal branding
OUT
Using the phrase ‘that’ll do’ when making any purchases
Overconsumption
Only following/buying trends instead of wardrobe staples
Trying to keep up with the ‘cool’ kids and buying items that don't serve you
Buying 'outfits' rather than pieces to create versatility in your wardrobe
Buying uncomfortable shoes and clothing
Allowing your pieces to ‘wear you’ by not focusing on the fit or alterations of items
Buying items without trying them on in-store
Not returning items purchased online within the return period
Not considering fabrications and wearability of pieces
(don’t purchase dry clean only or hand wash only if you don’t launder that way)Not investing time & resources to empower your employees
How are you stepping into the year ahead?
Are you being intentional in how you show up on a daily basis?