Today I joined the amazing Rosie Price in her Facebook group Grit + Pearl, a group that’s changing the way women show up in their business and life.

We chatted about A LOT! Specifically, about how you can show up stylishly in business and in life, hitting topics like:

Fashion Faux Pas Most Women Make

• It’s common for women to have a disconnect between what’s in their closet and their personal style. For example, you might gravitate towards bohemian pieces after having kids even though they aren’t your style because the loose fit makes you feel more comfortable.
• Ultimately, many women have closets that are filled with wrong pieces that don’t do them or their personality justice. Which is where I come in: helping you to create a more representative and intentional wardrobe.

What To Do When Body & Weight Changes Impact Your Wardrobe

• Many people define style as the clothes you wear, but that’s not the case. Your clothes are a reflection of your style! Even when a life change affects your shape and size, your style will typically stay the same.
• This means you always want to focus on FIT and FUNCTION. Consider switching up the fabrics and silhouettes of your pieces so that they’re functional. Remember, you can keep the same colors and patterns you loved from before! If you’re a new mom (like me!), instead of wearing a dressier top, try wearing cotton tees and sweaters in a similar color or pattern when taking care of your baby.

How To Simplify Shopping & Find Pieces That Fit Well

Check out out these simple tips for making shopping easy and finding wardrobe items that fit well:

• Take your measurements (Shoulders, Inseam, Chest, Waist, and Hips) and compare those to the piece’s dimensions online so you can weed out ill-fitting pieces before ordering.
• Don’t be afraid to take a TON of pieces into the dressing room! Bring multiple sizes and styles in with you and don’t be discouraged when you only walk out with a few. Between the industry and honing in on your style, this is completely normal.

How To Find Your Fit

Not sure how to find out what fits well? Try these wardrobe style tips:

• Find some jeans with a little stretch in them, or consider buying them in a specific cut like curvy or modern. Then throw on a skinny belt so you never have to adjust your pants again!
• Make sure your pieces skim your figure. They shouldn’t be spray painted on, but they shouldn’t be baggy either. They should flow along the outside of your body line.

Making Go-To Outfits With Your Wardrobe

These simple wardrobe must-haves will help you build a stylish, joyful closet full of items you can mix and match:

• Dark wash jeans (skinny or straight leg)
• Pullover sweaters
• 25-30 tops (cotton if you’re more casual or polyester if you work in a business casual setting)
• Neutral cardigans or blazers (navy, black, white, gray, and a pop of color)
• Basic jewelry
  • Long gold and long silver necklaces
  • a statement necklace
  • Simple gold and simple silver necklaces
• Neutral shoes
  • Nude and black heels
  • Nude and black flats (Check out my list of Go-to Flats)

An Intentional Wardrobe vs. Capsule Wardrobe

While capsule wardrobes are trending at the moment, they can limit the function of your wardrobe by providing you with too little variety. Instead, an intentional wardrobe allows you to be thoughtful with the pieces you choose while still matching your style and providing enough looks to keep things exciting!

Build Your Confidence Through Your Clothes

If your wardrobe leaves you feeling less than fabulous then something has to change! Check out these tips for style confidence boost:

• Fit: Make sure your pieces fit you well and skim your figure. Focus on choosing the right neckline, the well fitting pants, and the right fit in the shoulders.
• Know your style: Know what colors and patterns suit you best and what kind of pieces you need.
• Know the occasion: It’s better to be overdressed than underdressed, but keep in mind the “dress code” and your audience before you head out.

(Unsure of your style? Take my “What’s My Style?” quiz to find out!)

1 Thing To Do Right Now

Ready to jump in and get started? Here’s what you can do right now:

• Take out anything you don’t LOVE.
  • Go with your gut- Everything you have should fit you well, feel comfortable, and get you excited!
  • You don’t have to sacrifice- it just takes time and intention to get there! Try replacing it first before completely getting rid of a piece.
• Then head to my Cleanse Your Closet Challenge to start building a strong foundation for your new and improved wardrobe.

Journal Prompt:

• What are 3 adjectives that describe your current style?
• What are 3 adjectives that describe your ideal style?

Use your ideal style descriptors to search on Pinterest or Google for outfit inspiration!

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CHECK OUT MY STYLE QUIZ:

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Need Help Mastering Your Wardrobe?

Check out my styling services to:

• Decide that to keep and get rid of from your wardrobe
• Learn which colors, textures, prints, and trends you should add in
• Find out where you can buy those pieces
• Discover how to turn them into a closet full of go-to outfits
• AND get expert support to answer your questions as the season goes on!

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Ready To Show Up Stylishly For Work? Check These Out:

How To Dress Confidently For Your Next Client Meeting

Which Style Path is Right for Me?

How To Use Clothes To Position Your Expertise

5 Ways to Break Through Workwear Boredom

7 Women’s Briefcases That Make A Strong Statement