2015 Senior Seminar

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Why Style Matters

(AND HOW TO Cultivate yours)

STYLE = expression

your inner being, expressed outwardly.
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Style vs. fashion

related, but not the same. 

"Fashion fades, only style remains the same". -Coco Chanel

"Style is a way to say who you are, without having to speak".
- Rachel Zoe

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Style as feedback loop

Clothes give access to confidence

(fake it 'till you make it!)

"invincible outfits"

Have several. 

"Good clothes open all doors".
- Thomas Fuller

So, you want style...

How do you get it?
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Notice what you like

inspiration is everywhere!
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What do you feel good in?

pay attention to your emotions. 
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find style icons

Then adapt their look into yours!
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Look into the past

what era speaks to you?

Only buy what you love

Avoid buyer's remorse!

Shopping is not superficial

did you know...
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Selfridges

circa 1909

building a wardrobe

what do you really need?
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appropriate underthings

the right base makes all the difference!
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What shapes look good on you?

Be honest with yourself.
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accessories are necessities

They make the same clothes look different!

Advice from tim gunn

basics for women.

trench coat

so many choices! 
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black dress

appropriate for both day and night.

"A dress should be tight enough to show you're a woman, but loose enough to show you're a lady". - Edith Head

a day dress

wrap dresses & A-line cuts are especially flattering.
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classic skirt

whatever cut looks best on you!
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dress slacks

make sure they're not too tight!
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a go-to pair of jeans

(or a few pairs of them!) 

a crisp white shirt

(an iron + oxyclean will keep it that way!)

cashmere sweater

more affordable than you think!

Shoes

  • Stiletto
  • Pump
  • Good flat
  • Cute sandal

basics for gentlemen

a foundation to build your wardrobe.

chic jeans

no dad jeans allowed.
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chinos

They're not just for preppy people!

classic tees

start with black, white, and grey.

button down shirt(s)

start with white, blue, and gingham.

"A well-tied tie is the first serious step in life". - Oscar Wilde

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polo shirt

a step up from a basic tee.

sport coat or blazer

fit is essential!

well-cut dark suit

soooooo hot.
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quality sweater

either cashmere or merino wool.

grey wool trousers

for when you want to dress up, but not in a suit.

Pea coat or nice jacket

who says cold weather has to impact style?

Shoes

  • Dress (black + brown)
  • Casual loafer
  • Non-exercise sneaker
  • Boots (great for fall!)
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more tips for everyone

easy stuff that makes a big difference.
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launder correctly

and find a good dry cleaner!
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also, find a good taylor

(and a cobbler, while you're at it).

Developing style is fun

and you're allowed to change it up! 

"Know first who you are, then adorn yourself accordingly".
- Epictetus

Britt Freitag

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