"That rule needs to die and it needs to die, NOW" - Debunking your style myths, Episode 14

In today’s episode, I chat with Lauren about my favorite thing as a stylist: the psychology behind the clothes. I asked my Instagram community about the style messages they heard throughout their lives and I work to debunk these style myths.
I was not surprised that the most common style messages people have heard are about money & feeling guilty spending money on clothes. I share that I don’t believe in the concept of an item being “age-appropriate.” I was excited to learn all about the history of the myth of not wearing white after Labor Day.
I also talk about a positive style message - the importance of investing in closet staples as the foundation of your wardrobe. I always recommend investing in the best quality piece you can afford and don’t forget expensive doesn’t equal quality!
For show notes and additional resources, and to get an exclusive discount on my outfit planning program, Outfit Formulas, visit alisonlumbatis.com/podcast

[@feedakie]

My experience: I used to make and sew my clothes from 16 to 42 y.o. Then a nasty separation occured and for seveal years, I bought from thrifty stores. Now I followed Alison for a few years. I'm not always happy about the items presented (plaid shirts etc) but I adapted from what I had in my closet. I cannot stress enough the necessity to have basic pieces to be able to start from there and buil ourselves a nice outfit by adding colors or accessories. One thing i will always apply: no sloppy, frumpy outfit on me even at home. I honor myself by wearing simple nice clothes I can afford.
Another thing: I was a volunteer for an abused women help group for 6 years. I noticed multiple times that when women would come tou our workshops after a separation or a divorce, they mostly didn't give a thought about their appearance. (It's quite understandable): darker colors, shapeless clothes etc. A few weeks later, they were feeling better so most of them would wear colors, put some lipstick on etc. I really feel that our mood is greatly improved when we take care of our appearance for us FIRST.

[@SharonThomas-h6o]

I grew up very poor and did not have many clothes. Then I married a very frugal man and then I had even fewer. When I got out of that situation and went to college I bought myself a career wardrobe and started working as an HR director. Since then I have trouble denying myself any clothing.