When it comes to fashion, we all want to look our best. No one feels confident in ill-fitting clothing that hugs in all the wrong places or washes you out. Sustainability and overconsumption of fast-fashion also need to be considered when we’re looking at our buying habits, as well as just keeping our hard earned money in our pockets and not wasting it on clothes we end up donating a few months after we’ve bought them. We’ve put together the perfect formula for finding clothes that not only fit your unique and beautiful body shape, but complement your features and truly make you shine. We’ll go more in-depth on each topic in separate blog posts, but here’s what you need to get started on curating the best wardrobe for you.
Step 1: Determine your Kibbe Body Type
You may be familiar with fruit references to body shape, for example a pear shaped body, but kick it up another notch and find your Kibbe body type. The Kibbe system uses measurements and focuses on the Yin and Yang of a person’s features to determine their shape. This system also takes into account a person’s height and proportions, instead of lumping people of varying heights into the same category. Finding your specific body type will greatly help you understand what clothes look best on your body, and will stop you from wasting money on cuts that are unflattering. You’ll be able to spot instantly if a neckline or waistline will be right for you, saving you time as well.
Step 2: Determine your Color Season
Determining your color season will greatly help you narrow down your wardrobe, and stop you from buying clothes in colors that wear you or make you look sick. To preface, everyone is encouraged to wear colors that they love, regardless of whether they fit in your color season or not. Determining your color season will just give you the information to identify which colors look best with your specific coloring. However if you love wearing bright red but you’re a soft autumn, go for it! Feeling confident will always be the best look you can wear.
Step 3: Determine your Aesthetic
This will most likely be the hardest step for most. Consider yourself lucky if you’ve always known your fashion aesthetic. Most of us find ourselves bouncing around from one to another or borrowing elements from different aesthetics, throwing them together and hoping for the best. Just like with your color season, there is no rule that says you must stick to one aesthetic, so borrowing from a few isn’t necessarily a bad thing. What doesn’t work is when you buy individual pieces and can’t get them to work with the other pieces in your wardrobe. Classic, edgy, boho, preppy, modern, and more to explore, we’ll help you identify what elements you love and work for you.
Cultivating the perfect wardrobe goes beyond just following trends; it’s about embracing your individuality and making informed choices that align with your body type, color preferences, and personal aesthetic. By taking the time to determine your Kibbe Body Type, Color Season, and Aesthetic, you equip yourself with the knowledge needed to curate a wardrobe that not only enhances your appearance but also reflects your unique style. The journey to a well-thought-out wardrobe is an ongoing process, and as we delve deeper into each of these aspects in our upcoming Style Guide Series: Your Highest Style Guide, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how to make every clothing purchase count. Remember, fashion is not just about what’s in; it’s about what makes you feel confident and authentic. Subscribe below to stay updated on our upcoming guides, and let’s embark on this transformative journey to elevate your style to its highest potential!
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