Wardrobe Style

I have had a while to think and explore what kind of style I want for my wardrobe. I have been pinning and saving lots of outfits and clothes that I like. I don't really know what to call this style, or even if all the things I like fit into one title, so maybe I need a list of Likes and Dislikes;

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Likes;

Tailoring/fitted items, I like my defined waist and want to show it off. 

  

Cardigans, you can't go wrong with a cardigan, small and cute or big and chunky, no house cardigans, you know the ones.

  

Jumpers

 

Long socks and tights, I like the shape of my legs, but often not the look of the skin, 

 

Big skirts, the kind you need a petticoat for, think 50's and Lolita

 

Short Skirts, above the knee but not too short, still want to be modest.

 

Smart jackets

 

Blouses
  

Pastel tones, pinks and greens and blues, all soft and soothing.
  

Floral patterns, its so pretty. I am also liking other patterns, but floral captures the mood of what I want the best.
 

Fancy Collars

   

Lace and Buttons, I love lace and buttons.
  

Its all about the little details, the little bits that make you smile.

   

I am even up for trying some shorts, not had them in a very long time. 

Dislikes;

Oversized tops.

Synthetic fabrics, wont always be able to avoid when if I am buying ready made clothes, but I can sew in only the good stuff. 

Trousers that don't reach your feet.

Leggings, they are a pet hate, big no.

Sequins and Studs, well maybe one or two sequins on a collar if its part of some embroidery but not lots.

Animal prints, leave them for the animals,

Logos, names, or other text. I am not a billboard to advertise on.

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Can you feel the style yet? Its a bit smart casual, a bit cute, a bit modest and a bit fun. There is a touch of the old, but with a little youth and freshness. A bit librarian like, modest and quiet. Its a little sexy in the tailoring, but still feels innocent.

For me clothes are not just an expression of who I am, but a way to find joy. The feel of the fabric, running your fingers over a row of buttons, running your finger down a seam and seeing how it contours your body. Its all about the feel, and feeling happy. Making clothes makes me feel proud, I achieved something, I created. Then later when you wear something home made there is the memory of the time spent making, the calm and the quiet.