I was reading a blog post the other day about signature style that got me thinking about what mine is. The first thing that popped into my head was jeans. I wear jeans, like, ALL THE TIME. Even when I decide I’m going to be more girly and wear more dresses, it lasts about two days and the third day I’m back in my jeans again. I just can’t help it. So I started thinking about dresses with jeans: in one outfit. It was like a light bulb moment… Ding Ding that went off in my head (I can be a bit slow sometimes). I have worn dresses with jeans on the odd occasion before but why not try and make that my signature style? Not a bad idea…
Anyway, the first evening out after this light bulb moment, I opted for my favourite pair of skinny Levi’s with this cute little black crochet number. The dress is perfect because it’s a little loose around the waist, allowing for the jeans to sit comfortably without the button poking through the top (one of my pet hates – well, that and really obvious VPLs). It’s an old dress I bought from C&A many moons ago (in the sale, naturally) which I’ve probably worn about four times in total. Now though, seeing how great it looks with jeans, I’ll be wearing it a lot more often. I might even try it with a pair of trousers! Shock horror! 😉 It’s not that I dislike my legs or anything, I just feel more comfortable with them covered up. Weird, really.
But what is it about jeans that I’m so obsessed about? I think it must be the comfort factor – I’m all about comfort. I can’t stand being uncomfortable in clothes and if the need arises, I like to be able to jump, run, do yoga (!) and not have to sit with my legs firmly closed (!!). Jeans allow me to do that. Dresses do not. Combine dresses with jeans, and you’ve got the perfect outfit! Yay! So this weekend I popped out to the shops and bought two more dresses that will look fabulous with jeans – both of which you’ll see on the blog soon, I’m sure.
But back to signature style. Do you have one? If so, what is it? I really think it’s a tough question to answer, really, because (apart from the jeans), my style is pretty eclectic. I love wearing the rock chick look, but then the next day I might be in the mood for floaty hippy chick or maybe even a preppy look. At least now though, I can try and combine all of these looks with dresses AND jeans. I’ll keep you posted on how that goes.
But for now, tell me about your signature style. How did you develop yours? Or are you still trying to work it out? If it’s something you wish you had, try and think about what your favourite style is, or even your favourite wardrobe staple and see how you can incorporate it into your everyday style. Perhaps you’re a real rock chick at heart and want that to be your signature. Then, every time you get dressed, just keep that woman in mind and bring something into your outfit that says ‘rock chick’. Whether it’s a large chain around your neck or a killer black vamp handbag, try and add a little rock chick every time. It makes getting dressed even more fun (and challenging at times!).
Maybe you’re mad about florals. Then make florals your signature style. Even if it’s simply a flower in your hair, try and incorporate it into every look. It could be heels (if it is, I’m impressed, heels are so hard to wear all the time!), pastels, bright colours, Marilyn Monroe dresses or even grunge (were you a child of the 90s?). Have fun with your signature style and if you want to change it, then go ahead and change it. Madonna’s had hundreds of signature styles over the years and we still love her for it!
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Hi Hanna! Thanks for stopping to comment. I do agree about Luna being super cute lol! She’s my baby 😉
Suzy x
I really like the dress with the jeans! You have to wear it more often! I “find” things in my closet all the time and often wonder why I haven’t worn something more…
As you know, one of my signature looks is leggings and a dress/tunic. I like the look, it’s comfortable, and I love that I can give short dresses new life! 🙂
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I couldn’t agree more, Andrea! I went out the other day and looked for some decent leggings – although it wasn’t easy at this time of the year. I think I shall have to wait for the autumn now! But I do love the look of leggings with dresses and skirts as well.
Thanks for stopping by 😀
Suzy x
I’ve never tried dresses with jeans, it’s usually Capri leggings. Now that I see how great it looks, I’ll have to give it a try. I have a couple dresses that might look amazing.
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Absolutely Terra! Let me know how you liked it!
Suzy x
love the look!!
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Thanks so much Ruxandra 😀
Suzy x
One of my favorite trends ever is dresses over jeans! I remember doing this 15 years ago and I’m so glad it came back in style! You are rocking this look!
I also have a hard time describing my signature style because I have very eclectic taste as well. I like that you wrote this post no because I just prepared a post of my trademark style to be published this week…my thing is scarves. Most definitely scarves!
Shelbee
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Oooh yes Shelbee, I’ve got a thing for scarves too! I can’t get enough of them. It drives my husband crazy lol! But a pretty scarf really can make an outfit, right? I love that you used to wear dresses with jeans 15 years ago!!! We’re lucky that some of our favourite styles do come back into fashion, aren’t we?
Suzy x
You got me thinking Suzy, what is my signature style. As you know I’ve lost a lot of weight in the last 18 months. I once wore baggy styles, not always because other styles didn’t suit me. It was as much about not finding the clothes I liked in my size. This year I have enjoyed being more daring with skinny jeans, higher heels and more feminine necklines. I’m yet to find my signature style, but you have inspired me to be more adventurous in my search.
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I think you’ve got a little bit of rock chick going on, Eleanor! I love your style… and I particularly love that you have fun with it now. I can’t wait to see what you’re wearing when you return to Portugal in the autumn (rocking a new look, perhaps?!) Missing you already!
Suzy xxx
Hi Suzy, I am Ada. I am so glad I found your blog. I love your style, whatever you call it. My style is ever-changing too. I have been trying a dress or two over pants last year and now this Spring. You look great. The layers are effortless and that floral scarf is so pretty. =)
I welcome you to stop by my blog as well. I have started a linkup on Thursdays and it is going real well. I would love for you to share your latest style posts every Thursday. I think my readers would love your style, so welcome by tomorrow and linkup. =) Thanks and happy hump day! Ada. =)
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Hi Ada! It’s so sweet of you to come on over and leave such a lovely comment, thank you! I’ll definitely be popping over to your blog to check it out!
Have a lovely day!
Suzy xx