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Create A Style Equation From Pieces In Your Closet

What do you own multiples of in your closet?

If you’re like me you are probably have multiples of similar items in your closet. Normally we buy multiples because they suit us, make us feel good about ourselves and communicate effectively how we want to be seen by the world.

You can create a style equation from these pieces.

It’s dead simple.

I realized I own a few (ahem…cough, cough)… leather and suede full midi skirts. They work for my body shape, are extra comfy to wear and make me feel good about myself. I love them so much I’ve accumulated a small collection in different colours.

I’m also attracted to bold, colourful, wildly patterned vintage tops and blouses of which I have multiples of in my wardrobe. They declare my love of vintage to the world and ensure I stand out from the crowd.

When I created my first outfit with a midi skirt, a wild blouse and a neck scarf I felt so much like myself, so comfortable and confident, I knew others outfits were imminent. They were extra easy to pull together once I understood the style equation,

Midi Skirt + Wild Blouse + Scarf + Boots = Me

So I’ve been using this equation on repeat lately and it suits my personality and my closet just fine.

wearing leather over 50 suzanne carillo — Left off the scarf in this one but it’s the same idea.

creating a style equation with vintage thrifted pieces suzanne carillo — I switched the skirt for a longer one and added some fancy boots.

how to dress tall when you are petite — No scarf on this one but I did add one afterwards as seen below.

Bronze bomber jacket pink vintage midi suede skirt. Unique creative vintage style for women over 40 Suzanne Carillo — My patterned blouse is hidden underneath the satin jacket in this outfit.

And this is what I wore to the Dior exhibit I went to recently which was awesome!

Other family members getting in on the photo op.

I’m always in need of photos of us together for our annual family calendar.

As it was a FREEZING day I chose to add another layer of warmth with a leather jacket. This whole outfit was hidden under my long vintage coat but we checked our coats at the door. It was a frigid -20 C but feeling like -30 C that day with the wind. I’m so thankful it has warmed up to above zero now. Even if it only lasts a few days it is a much needed break.

Here are two other outfits I created with the same style equation that I’m itching to wear.

create a style equation a formula for style by suzanne carillo — This would look smashing with my olive army style jacket on top.

creating a style equation with a simple formula for dressing suzanne carillo — The neck scarf has been switched out for a fancy belt.

how to create a style equation with pieces from your wardrobe suzanne carillo style — I really want to wear this outfit but will need to wait till it’s not so messy outside. The suede boots are gorgeous but they’re not terribly practical. I will be substituting black boots for now.

4 Tips To Create A Style Equation Using Pieces From Your Closet

Find specific items you have multiples of in your closet.
Take some time and put together one outfit from those multiples. Make sure the outfit makes you deliriously happy about yourself and your body while communicating the image you want to convey to the world.
Take note of that outfit. How did it come together? Break it down into your style equation and be specific; top, bottom, shoes, accessories.
Use your new equation to create more fun outfits.

Once you get on a roll with your new formula it will be hard to stop.

Have you figured out what you want your clothes to say about you, aka your personal style statement?

Here is a post and a little quiz to help you create a personal style statement. Clothing communicates how we want to be perceived by others and ourselves. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make a lasting impression and boost your self esteem.