I had to come to terms that my lifestyle isn’t fancy and I need to concentrate on basics quality and keeping it simple. I’ve watched almost all of your videos. We all are struggling with the same thing. I’ve got to face my reality I’m an artist need clothes that are easy to move in and outfits to meet clients but I have to be practical. When I want to shop I ask the question where are you going to wear that and will you get lots of wear. Thanks 🦋
I agree with this insight and I'm still struggling with it. I love to dress fancy and for the office, but I only go to the office 2 days a week, I cycle there, and the dress code is not actually that fancy. So, practical basics for home would serve me way better. Hopefully I can get there and look nice at home instead of "saving" all my nice pieces for some fancy time that never actually arrives.
@@alamedadanceparty Thanks for your comment! If it makes you happy to dress more fancy and it feels right for your style, then I suggest trying to put together outfits with your fancy pieces mixed with your practical basics. For example... if you have a beautiful dress you love to wear, can you "dress it down" with flat ankle boots or trainers, or even a cardigan?
@@EricaBallStyleI think my bigger problem is "saving" all my nice clothes instead of wearing them. I don't know how to break this cycle. For example, I bought a new white t-shirt, but I only wore it 1x in 1 year because "it's too nice", so I "save" it for later. 😣. It's almost like my clothes are too good for me. 🤦♀️
@@JudyAiken It's one of those items that are on most capsule wardrobe "must-have" lists, so many women will buy a black blazer (or in my case a white button-up cotton shirt) without taking into account if it works with your personal style. ❤
That is very good advice..try it on. I took everything out of my wardrobe and asked myself did it fit, was it in good condition, was I fed up with it, did it go with other stuff in my wardrobe, did I like it on, etc... I got rid of half my clothes and some of my shoes, and I don't have a huge wardrobe... but it gave me room to buy some new fresh items, and now, I go to my wardrobe and its which item will I choose, rather than whats in here that I can wear!
I know! So many of the brands I used to love and recommend have now started using low quality fabrics and keeping the prices the same. I always check what materials an item is made from even if it's a brand I've trusted in the past 😐
Really nice content. I've signed up!! I keep buying clothes to party in and just don't wear them😢! And buying a lot of same is true for me too. I love the quiet luxury and preppy style though!! Thanks
Thanks Joyce! You're not alone. That's why they call it "buying for your fantasy self". I'm glad you signed up and I hope to help you with your style ❤
I lived in Madrid... You don't need to buy different clothes for travel to Europe from the US. Just wear regular clothes and sneakers. The only fancy clothes women wear are for going clubbing.
Love your approach and wisdom of clothes. It’s so important to feel the connection within ourselves instead of looking outward for things to make ourselves feel better. Learning to appreciate what we have is the key of happiness. So wise. You are wonderful 😍
I found that handbags are the thing I have too much of and I always gravitate towards the same ones to wear. I'm now decluttering all the pretty but not practical small clutch bags. They don't hold enough when I do go on a night out and I really meed just my bigger bags and totes!
Thanks for your comment Pauline! I use 2 of my bags more than any other ones- the crossbody ones that fit everything I need. I do like to keep my pretty ones out on display because they make me happy.
I realized watching this video that I need more navy bottoms in my wardrobe - a couple of navy pants and skirts. I have plenty of black - would actually prefer navy because it’s a little softer and would suit me better!
I have also started to pay attention to the kinds of fabric I love. For a long time, I thought I was a dresses person. But it turns out that I’m a flowy fabric person. I also like bright colors as a third layer and like wearing black as a base. I used to think I didn’t like black because was depressing but it was lacking the top layer to frame the black. This was a game changer since I really do not like way I look I dresses. I feel very frumpy. But would keep buying and then donating them. I also love prints and color as a third layer. I would but these colorful and brightly printed dresses that would sit on my closet next to my black flowy pants that would wear with a blank tank. The black was alway my font, but then I did more like the starkness of the color. Once I discovered kimonos and long drapey shirts, I never reached for my dresses. Sometimes personal style requires thinking about fabric and color. Sometimes we think we are buying the right thing even when it does feel a little bit wrong. Great video!
I've been tracking outfits and number of wears for my clothes for a solid few years. And while I've got a lot of data and gleaned some powerful insights, I still find myself at a loss for having a cohesive vision of my personal style. I'm excited to join your live training and hope to get some more tools to work with.
Oh how this was posted two days ago . I was worrying and stressing that even after shopping I still had nothing to wear . I start my new job and business casual is the attire I kept telling myself knowing good and well I have clothes. I just don’t know how to style them right and in reality I just need a better fitting bra 😂
Go to a bra shop and get a proper fitting done. A t-shirt bra, a low cut bra and a sport bra (if you do gym or anything active) all in nude colour. These 3 will be your basics to go with just about everything. Then you can get a couple of other pretty ones if you like (remember, prints, lace etc, shows up under smooth or sheer clothes) good luck
🤣undergarments are key to clothes fitting properly! A client favorite (and mine) is the Natori t-shirt bra rstyle.me/+ZYXTTA9Ylrp_-Oe_zhTKoQ I also suggest spending some time over the weekend putting work outfits together.
This is the Agolde poppy. It's my new favorite tank for exactly the reason you stated. I have it in 3 colors and wear them on rotation. Worth the investment 100% rstyle.me/+KioToPy7vZjDxmwwjr2Isw
My tank is the Agolde poppy tank and I love it so much that I have it in 3 colors! It runs TTS and is worth the investment. rstyle.me/+YNUWhKIOvnEjxIm0N5BWsw
I stick to neutrals, it easier to match. No patterns, but classy & business casual. I do need to stop buying jeans even if most are from Ross or Tj maxx 😂
I’m here because of what just happened to me. I went shopping over the weekend and spent a lot of money on a lot of cute things that I thought were going to be great to wear. This morning it seemed that nothing I tried to put on would go together. I bought some really cute skinny jeans that have a lot of exposed silver buttons, so it seemed none of my shoes were right for those jeans. So then I tried on my plain flare jeans, but they were too short for most of my boots which have a little bit of a heel. Also, some of my boots have gold on them, but the buttons on my jeans are silver. I also don’t have the right colors of jackets to match any of my boots or shoes. I realized that this morning because it’s a cold enough day to wear a jacket. I really need help!
Thanks for your comment. This is so common among the thousands of women I've worked with over the last 17+ years. When we don't know our style and what works for us. You can schedule a 15-minute phone consultation with me to see how I can help you build a wardrobe that makes it easy to put together looks 👉 calendly.com/ericaballstyle/15min
Fabulous. People need to understand to be happy and enjoy the experience rather than on buying or shopping spree. Its economical and environment friendly and women can concentrate on fitness travel and spirituality which gives them freedom inner joy and peace. They would really look and be rich externally and internally. Love to all ❤️
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I had to come to terms that my lifestyle isn’t fancy and I need to concentrate on basics quality and keeping it simple. I’ve watched almost all of your videos. We all are struggling with the same thing. I’ve got to face my reality I’m an artist need clothes that are easy to move in and outfits to meet clients but I have to be practical. When I want to shop I ask the question where are you going to wear that and will you get lots of wear. Thanks 🦋
Thanks for sharing this Denise. I do think many of us struggle with this. Especially artists who want to create beauty through self-expression ❤
I agree with this insight and I'm still struggling with it. I love to dress fancy and for the office, but I only go to the office 2 days a week, I cycle there, and the dress code is not actually that fancy. So, practical basics for home would serve me way better. Hopefully I can get there and look nice at home instead of "saving" all my nice pieces for some fancy time that never actually arrives.
@@alamedadanceparty Thanks for your comment! If it makes you happy to dress more fancy and it feels right for your style, then I suggest trying to put together outfits with your fancy pieces mixed with your practical basics. For example... if you have a beautiful dress you love to wear, can you "dress it down" with flat ankle boots or trainers, or even a cardigan?
We all have our fantasy selves. Indulge a little, but keep it practical.
@@EricaBallStyleI think my bigger problem is "saving" all my nice clothes instead of wearing them. I don't know how to break this cycle. For example, I bought a new white t-shirt, but I only wore it 1x in 1 year because "it's too nice", so I "save" it for later. 😣. It's almost like my clothes are too good for me. 🤦♀️
I just declutterred a black blazer with the tag still on it.😩 I love the look, but not for my really casual lifestyle. Lesson learned.
Thanks for sharing this Beverly ❤
I have an unworn black blazer too 😏
@@JudyAiken It's one of those items that are on most capsule wardrobe "must-have" lists, so many women will buy a black blazer (or in my case a white button-up cotton shirt) without taking into account if it works with your personal style. ❤
thank you for this video, I’m finally trying to dress better in my 50’s!
You're welcome Tara ❤
That is very good advice..try it on. I took everything out of my wardrobe and asked myself did it fit, was it in good condition, was I fed up with it, did it go with other stuff in my wardrobe, did I like it on, etc... I got rid of half my clothes and some of my shoes, and I don't have a huge wardrobe... but it gave me room to buy some new fresh items, and now, I go to my wardrobe and its which item will I choose, rather than whats in here that I can wear!
I love that Lynette- "I go to my wardrobe and it's which item will I choose, rather than what's in here that I can wear" 👏👏👏
Idk if you noticed, Nordstrom and Rack’s clothes are not same quality as before… it’s so sad. They have quality items maybe but very few 😢
I know! So many of the brands I used to love and recommend have now started using low quality fabrics and keeping the prices the same. I always check what materials an item is made from even if it's a brand I've trusted in the past 😐
Really nice content. I've signed up!! I keep buying clothes to party in and just don't wear them😢! And buying a lot of same is true for me too. I love the quiet luxury and preppy style though!! Thanks
Thanks Joyce! You're not alone. That's why they call it "buying for your fantasy self". I'm glad you signed up and I hope to help you with your style ❤
Another very helpful video. At 70, I’m still trying to figure out my style and all of your observations are right on the money.
Thanks Joanne! I'm glad this is helping you figure out your style ❤
I lived in Madrid... You don't need to buy different clothes for travel to Europe from the US. Just wear regular clothes and sneakers. The only fancy clothes women wear are for going clubbing.
YES!!!!!!😊
Love your approach and wisdom of clothes. It’s so important to feel the connection within ourselves instead of looking outward for things to make ourselves feel better. Learning to appreciate what we have is the key of happiness. So wise. You are wonderful 😍
Thank you so much ❤
I found that handbags are the thing I have too much of and I always gravitate towards the same ones to wear. I'm now decluttering all the pretty but not practical small clutch bags. They don't hold enough when I do go on a night out and I really meed just my bigger bags and totes!
Thanks for your comment Pauline! I use 2 of my bags more than any other ones- the crossbody ones that fit everything I need. I do like to keep my pretty ones out on display because they make me happy.
@@EricaBallStyle thanks for the idea, perhaps I could just use a couple of the small ones for display!
@@pauline9933 Especially if they make you happy ❤
my issue is that i have bought too many clothes for my "fantasy self" and not enough clothing for my real life.
You're not alone in this! But it's amazing that you are now aware of it and can choose to make different choices ❤
I realized watching this video that I need more navy bottoms in my wardrobe - a couple of navy pants and skirts.
I have plenty of black - would actually prefer navy because it’s a little softer and would suit me better!
Navy is a great alternative to black Andrea!
I have also started to pay attention to the kinds of fabric I love. For a long time, I thought I was a dresses person. But it turns out that I’m a flowy fabric person. I also like bright colors as a third layer and like wearing black as a base. I used to think I didn’t like black because was depressing but it was lacking the top layer to frame the black. This was a game changer since I really do not like way I look I dresses. I feel very frumpy. But would keep buying and then donating them. I also love prints and color as a third layer. I would but these colorful and brightly printed dresses that would sit on my closet next to my black flowy pants that would wear with a blank tank. The black was alway my font, but then I did more like the starkness of the color. Once I discovered kimonos and long drapey shirts, I never reached for my dresses. Sometimes personal style requires thinking about fabric and color. Sometimes we think we are buying the right thing even when it does feel a little bit wrong. Great video!
Thanks for your comment Sheila! Knowing what we like to wear is so empowering 😊
I've been tracking outfits and number of wears for my clothes for a solid few years. And while I've got a lot of data and gleaned some powerful insights, I still find myself at a loss for having a cohesive vision of my personal style. I'm excited to join your live training and hope to get some more tools to work with.
Thanks Candice! I'm excited to help you gain clarity on what your personal style is ❤
Wonderful info! Thank you!
You're welcome! ❤
Oh how this was posted two days ago . I was worrying and stressing that even after shopping I still had nothing to wear . I start my new job and business casual is the attire I kept telling myself knowing good and well I have clothes. I just don’t know how to style them right and in reality I just need a better fitting bra 😂
Go to a bra shop and get a proper fitting done. A t-shirt bra, a low cut bra and a sport bra (if you do gym or anything active) all in nude colour. These 3 will be your basics to go with just about everything. Then you can get a couple of other pretty ones if you like (remember, prints, lace etc, shows up under smooth or sheer clothes) good luck
🤣undergarments are key to clothes fitting properly! A client favorite (and mine) is the Natori t-shirt bra rstyle.me/+ZYXTTA9Ylrp_-Oe_zhTKoQ
I also suggest spending some time over the weekend putting work outfits together.
I am interested in your tank top. Looking for some thicker tanks for layering. Everything seems so see through.
This is the Agolde poppy. It's my new favorite tank for exactly the reason you stated. I have it in 3 colors and wear them on rotation. Worth the investment 100% rstyle.me/+KioToPy7vZjDxmwwjr2Isw
Yes! Me too, I keep buying cheap tanks that don't last. Please share yours
My tank is the Agolde poppy tank and I love it so much that I have it in 3 colors! It runs TTS and is worth the investment. rstyle.me/+YNUWhKIOvnEjxIm0N5BWsw
I just retired after 38 years as a lawyer. I can’t wait to edit my closet. I’ll keep one favorite work outfit just in case. Otherwise it’s gone.
I think I have found the channel I have been looking for 🤩😍🥰
🥰Thanks Pinter!
What an awesome video! Thank you. Very insightful.
Thanks Debbie ❤
I stick to neutrals, it easier to match. No patterns, but classy & business casual. I do need to stop buying jeans even if most are from Ross or Tj maxx 😂
I’m here because of what just happened to me. I went shopping over the weekend and spent a lot of money on a lot of cute things that I thought were going to be great to wear. This morning it seemed that nothing I tried to put on would go together. I bought some really cute skinny jeans that have a lot of exposed silver buttons, so it seemed none of my shoes were right for those jeans. So then I tried on my plain flare jeans, but they were too short for most of my boots which have a little bit of a heel. Also, some of my boots have gold on them, but the buttons on my jeans are silver. I also don’t have the right colors of jackets to match any of my boots or shoes. I realized that this morning because it’s a cold enough day to wear a jacket. I really need help!
Thanks for your comment. This is so common among the thousands of women I've worked with over the last 17+ years. When we don't know our style and what works for us. You can schedule a 15-minute phone consultation with me to see how I can help you build a wardrobe that makes it easy to put together looks 👉 calendly.com/ericaballstyle/15min
what brand of tank top are you wearing please?
found it in the comments, thanks!
This is the Agolde poppy tank rstyle.me/+YNUWhKIOvnEjxIm0N5BWsw
Some women don’t know about fashion or styles. No clues! They wear whatever, don’t think about seasons, occasions.. to wear something accordingly.
I think for many women, it's not something we learned growing up so it's not easy.
Fabulous. People need to understand to be happy and enjoy the experience rather than on buying or shopping spree. Its economical and environment friendly and women can concentrate on fitness travel and spirituality which gives them freedom inner joy and peace. They would really look and be rich externally and internally. Love to all ❤️
Thanks Archana ❤