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Color Theory: When broken down, it's quite literally the study of color. Designers and artists use it regularly in their work, but something that may not be as obvious is that it also works in fashion, too. Fashion is an art form, after all, which means many theories in art still apply.

And guess what? You're already using color theory in your everyday dressing without even realizing it! When you mix colors together, even neutrals, you're using principals of color theory. What exactly are the principals?

GLAD YOU ASKED.

Style Psychology | Why I Started Practicing Intentional Buying

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In the year-ish that I haven't shopped fast fashion (Forever 21, SheIn, etc) I've noticed a shift in the way I shop. No more late night browses on the F21 website, clicking 'add to cart' so many times my eyes glaze over. No more opening my closet a month later only to be hit with a resounding chorus of "why did I buy that??" See, when I stopped buying fast fashion, I finally started taking my own advice & doing what I preach to y'all about doing.

Style Psychology | Showing Up For Yourself Through Style

As if I haven't harped into you enough about how presenting your best self through style changes everything outwardly, we're now talking about how it changes you inwardly. (is it just me or is that one of the weirdest words? I digress) 

What does showing up for yourself through your style mean? What does it look like?

Style Psychology | Why We Feel Obligated To Buy Outfits For Every Occasion

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Inspiration can strike at the weirdest times, as was the case when I got the inspiration for this post. It all started with a meme. 

Style Psychology | Does Dressing Well Make You Smarter?

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Putting on a good outfit can boost your mood, but did you know it can also make you smarter?

Style Psychology | Pop Culture's Impact On Fashion

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When you hear the words 'The Rachel', you're instantly transported to '94, (or like, the idea of it since if you're my age you were a literal infant) choppy hair and all. I once read that for a couple of years her photo was the one most brought in to a stylist. 

Style Psychology | The Science Behind Funeral Wear

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My friend- whom we'll call Phoebe for the sake of this post- once tasked me with helping her find a dress for a loved one's funeral. I obliged, itching to do anything to help. When I asked Phoebe what we were looking for she had only one request: something cheap, so she could toss it after. 

Style Psychology | The Art Of Remaining Stylish When You Don't Feel Like It

A question I was asked on IG recently was how I remain stylish even when busy & anxious. 

Style Psychology | The Link Between Body Image And Style

In the new workbook, we dive into what I call style walls- things that are holding you back, causing you to not dress to your full potential.

Style Psychology | Why What You Wear Matters (Plus A HUGE Announcement You Can't Miss)

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I’m sure you’ve heard that it takes only seven seconds for someone to make a first impression. Seven. Seconds. 

In the time it takes to introduce yourself, the other person has passed judgement on you. & it’s not about how you say your name or how firm of a handshake you have. 

Style Psychology | Why We Emotional Shop

Let me set the scene. Something's made you emotional, you feel a bit out of control, and need something to help you STAT.

Somehow, you end up at the mall or the closest store and two hours later your bank account is crying and so are you. 'Why does this keep happening?' You wonder underneath the pile of stuff. 

Style Psychology | How Style Can Be An Introvert's Secret Weapon

A few months back I read a quote from Jenny Han on making Lara Jean's style come to life for the To All The Boys film, & something she said really stuck out to me: 

Style Psychology | Using Fashion To Get What You Want

I had originally planned a video to go along with this, but if you follow me on stories you know I've been sick, & I wanted to go ahead and get this post out because it's SUPER IMPORTANT. I've been doing a lot of research lately on the psychology of style & fashion and I want to start covering some of the topics.