Maybe it’s an incorrect assumption that our fashion often determines, at least in some degree, our personalities…or maybe, more correctly, our personalities are drawn to particular designs, trends, or colors to determine our fashion. Whatever the case, the way we look, whether we like it or not, sends messages to others around us (& quite possibly sometimes to our own psyche) about who we are or who we want to be.
When I was a teen, I used to quote a poem back & forth with my mom about growing older & breaking fashion rules. We used to laugh together about not matching as we age, and we still share a snicker about it from time to time.
While I do try to dress more conservatively, I have a few “fun” fashion statements…like red, peep-toe pumps I got from my sister-in-law, and my strappy black spike heels that I bought with my sister that I often wear with a sleek black satin skirt (that has a bit of a train). Last week, I attended an event in an Indian-flavored rust top with gold outlines & sequins. I borrowed it from my sister…& had fun wearing it!!!! I totally enjoy having a little fun with “different” fashions I have gathered from the amazing women in my life and the support my friends give me when I am a little daring!
So…if you’re wondering if you can “pull it off” to wear something a little out of your ordinary fashion sense…go for it!!! Who knows, you might just feel empowered!!!