Self-Assessment & Reflection
The world of fashion encompasses many different types of women. The category we identify with comes down to our mindset, upbringing, and personal choices.
It’s important to remember that our style is not fixed. With a shift in mindset or a new source of inspiration, we can transition from one style to another.
Some of the main fashion styles for women include:
- Romantic
- Business
- Elegant
- Casual
- Retro or Vintage
- Artistic
- Bold or Dramatic
- Natural or Earthy
Ultimately, all styles are based on opinions. Our opinions are shaped by our family, friends, environment, and upbringing. Your environment has a profound impact on shaping your reality. This includes whether you grew up in a big city or the countryside, and the family traditions that influenced your views.
While choosing a different environment can change your style, it is you—and only you—who decides how you want to see yourself and how you wish to be seen by others.
**Nothing is inherently good or bad; it is all relative.** It depends on your perspective and how you *choose* to see it.
The good news is this: **You can change how you want to look at any time and at any age.**
The Power of Perspective
The Law of Relativity teaches that everything is understood through comparison: speed, time, and even color. Similarly, our lifestyle affects the fashion we choose, and our lifestyle is often shaped by our own thoughts or the opinions of close friends and relatives.
However, when you cut through the noise of others’ expectations and decide to embody the best version of yourself, you no longer need to follow their guidelines.
For instance, others may see you as an “Artist” style, but with a single decision, you can shift from “Artist” to “Elegant.” You can change your lifestyle, your outfits, and your entire self-image simply by shifting your perspective.
Perhaps you were never exposed to a certain style, but after seeing a particular fashion look, you feel inspired. You can choose to wear that look to break free from the preconceived views of your friends and family.
This is the power of fashion. By understanding the spectrum of possible styles, you can experiment and create a vision for yourself. Seeking help from a professional to choose your colors, fabrics, and styles can be a powerful step.
It all starts with a decision.
We live in a state of constant change. As our journey continues, we can recognize that many challenges arose from the perspective we chose to hold of ourselves. By choosing to see ourselves differently, we open the door to different appearances, circumstances, and experiences.
We must take responsibility for the fact that we create our own situations and circumstances in life. It is all based on what we think about ourselves and others, and what we say about ourselves and others.
Change what you think, and you will change your future.
You can always improve. Every new day is an opportunity to look and feel better.
That is the power of a strong self-image.
Start now.
