I find your posts so USEFUL. The way you explain things is truly accessible. Only yesterday I started tagging items in my wardrobe that felt like ‘hero’ pieces and trying to articulate to myself why they felt that way or what it was that made them heroes was tricky at times (sometimes I just knew they were but didn’t know why). Now having read this it feels MUCH simpler and instinctively I know exactly what’s what now. I’ve only been finding my personal style in the last year or so, for decades I just threw stuff on but I’m enjoying discovering and unlocking my style, and honestly your posts have been so helpful in doing that (and I literally only stumbled upon your content recently with the amazing ring3 posts!). Thank you, and yes a part two definitely welcome!
I’m so glad it helps you navigate your existing wardrobe better. I am here to reduce the clutter and chaos in our wardrobe so that we have clarity and can express ourselves with the right tools!
I love the way you explained this and made it applicable in our own wardrobe. Will experiment with using this lense of elevated basic/signature piece when considering adding something new!
Thank you Sigrid! I absolutely recommend to create that Venn diagram to see what you consider an elevated basic vs a signature piece and what is both. It became so much easier for me to get dressed knowing what is what!
Will def try that! I have some pieces where I'm unsure which category they fall in or don't feel that they fit any of them at all: Do you have other categories like just basics or something completely different?
So I feel the two categories that are working hard, the 20% of my wardrobe I wear 80% of the time, are the elevated basics and the signature pieces. The third category would be occasional pieces, maybe?
Oh I absolutely love this. Such a useful way of conceptualising a wardrobe! I can now immediately see why some of my clothes aren't working for me - they're basics but they're not elevated.
This is most of us, so I’m with you here. That’s why I wrote this checklist to make sure we only add elevated basics and signature pieces to our lives! Thank you for reading and for being here.
now THIS is a comprehensive breakdown on style. Absolutely love the way you have distanct differences between basics and signature styles. Will be subbing for more of your quips! Bravo
I'm SO HAPPY that I stumbled upon you recently. Your posts are so helpful. I keep rereading them like I'm studying for an exam. At 62, I feel like I'm finally figuring out my style and I'm working hard towards removing the clutter.
Thank you, Marilyn, your comment is everything. Really, made my day, like a ray of sunshine on a gloomy day.
This is exactly why I do what I do: so that we can navigate the clutter and chaos, get rid of it, and find our true authentic style expression. Never hesitate if you have any question.
I find your posts so USEFUL. The way you explain things is truly accessible. Only yesterday I started tagging items in my wardrobe that felt like ‘hero’ pieces and trying to articulate to myself why they felt that way or what it was that made them heroes was tricky at times (sometimes I just knew they were but didn’t know why). Now having read this it feels MUCH simpler and instinctively I know exactly what’s what now. I’ve only been finding my personal style in the last year or so, for decades I just threw stuff on but I’m enjoying discovering and unlocking my style, and honestly your posts have been so helpful in doing that (and I literally only stumbled upon your content recently with the amazing ring3 posts!). Thank you, and yes a part two definitely welcome!
Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this.
I’m so glad it helps you navigate your existing wardrobe better. I am here to reduce the clutter and chaos in our wardrobe so that we have clarity and can express ourselves with the right tools!
I love the way you explained this and made it applicable in our own wardrobe. Will experiment with using this lense of elevated basic/signature piece when considering adding something new!
Thank you Sigrid! I absolutely recommend to create that Venn diagram to see what you consider an elevated basic vs a signature piece and what is both. It became so much easier for me to get dressed knowing what is what!
Will def try that! I have some pieces where I'm unsure which category they fall in or don't feel that they fit any of them at all: Do you have other categories like just basics or something completely different?
So I feel the two categories that are working hard, the 20% of my wardrobe I wear 80% of the time, are the elevated basics and the signature pieces. The third category would be occasional pieces, maybe?
How does that Heidi Merrick sweater fit? I’m 165 cm tall, slim on top…I like the oversized fit but don’t want it to be too sloppy
Are you hesitating between S and M?
I’m in a Small, 1.60m, and I have ease and enough length without it being too oversized. I’ll send you a picture in DM
Usually between an XS and S but I have a long torso so sometimes XS ends up too cropped. Thank you!!
Then I’d definitely go for S !!
Yes, do a part two!
Loved this, Ardas! Your content is always really helpful and I love all the visual examples! Also yes to a part 2 🙌🏻
Not related but are you on Indyx by any chance? (I’d love to follow you if you are!)
Thank you!! This means a lot to me.
I have Indyx but I am not great at using it. I haven’t digitalized my wardrobe. But i like to see other people’s wardrobe!
I love it too so that’s why I was hoping there was a way to see yours 😝
I love a good ven diagram! Great breakdown Ardas!!
Oh me too… Thank you!
Thank you! I am learning so much! 🌺
Thank you for reading! I’m so glad it brings a new perspective.
You are brilliant and this is brilliant! Love
Keep going- this is a great take.
Thank you for your support!
Love your post, so helpful 🫶🏻
Oh I absolutely love this. Such a useful way of conceptualising a wardrobe! I can now immediately see why some of my clothes aren't working for me - they're basics but they're not elevated.
This is most of us, so I’m with you here. That’s why I wrote this checklist to make sure we only add elevated basics and signature pieces to our lives! Thank you for reading and for being here.
now THIS is a comprehensive breakdown on style. Absolutely love the way you have distanct differences between basics and signature styles. Will be subbing for more of your quips! Bravo
Thank you for reading and subscribing!!
I'm SO HAPPY that I stumbled upon you recently. Your posts are so helpful. I keep rereading them like I'm studying for an exam. At 62, I feel like I'm finally figuring out my style and I'm working hard towards removing the clutter.
Thank you, Marilyn, your comment is everything. Really, made my day, like a ray of sunshine on a gloomy day.
This is exactly why I do what I do: so that we can navigate the clutter and chaos, get rid of it, and find our true authentic style expression. Never hesitate if you have any question.
My goal is that when you shop or get dressed, you have my voice in your head to guide you! haha
Great post! Very useful