I realized a couple of months ago that as an adolescent I put my fantasies in a box and never looked at them again, because I wanted to fit in. A few months ago I asked myself: what were your fantasies when I was younger and this really helped me with my style. Because I connected to something again that was lost for a while. Sometimes we are overwhelmed by the fantasies of others as adults, so it’s important to free ourselves from all this stuff and get back to the roots 😊
I can relate to this. I always loved cute, sweet things but for a long time I felt like it’s too childish and I will seem ridiculous if I like that as an adult. But there is a way to channel that love for cuteness and girly things without dressing like a 5 year old.
Nah it's because even within those styles she's making it work for HER by following her own style shapes and lines. Notice the circle bag in the cutesy French mod peacoat look? Or the sweetheart neckline in the Femme Fatale look? It's not overly stark and dramatic (Maleficent style).
My daughter in law is Indian. As a tall blonde it has been a revelation that I can dress up for Indian occasions in bright colours, flowy chiffon and bling for days and look great. Lived my life in jeans and a t shirt. Life needs more fantasy.
Yes! I bought a sari fabric years ago have tried everything to make it work in my wardrobe but it’s still there defying me to make it work. I love to color and romance of Indian fabrics and admire how local Indians mix it in in the cool New Zealand weather.!
Instead of buying new clothes, try on accessories! It's not about the garments, it's about the styling of said garments. And let's not forget hair, makeup, and shoes. They can change the game. Thank you for this video and the worksheets! Very informative, as usual. I shall invite you over for coffee the day you’ll buy an old French castle in the countryside 😉
I will take you up on that coffee 🙃 And yes, the whole picture is so important. Hair/accessories and playing around with the different elements can really make a look shine
Buying accessories isn't sustainable either if that's why you suggested it. If not, I kind of agree but not fully. If I have a goth wardobe and want to achieve a 60s/70s vibe, jewelry and belts alone just won't cut it. But instead of going out and buying tons of bright colored stuff, I look more for patterns and muted colors which can work with what I already have.
I love how you are so confident and good at this but aren't talking down to us or acting as if people are dumb. And you don't tell us we're inauthentic because we have clothes or fantasies that don't fit our reality as it stands, you give us tools to help us bring a bit of it into the wardrobe we'll actually wear. Thank you ❤
❤I started both trauma therapy AND a personal style overhaul around the same time a year ago.❤ The journeys of both interconnect more than I had ever thought they would. I'm literally augmenting my therapy via self discovery in my personal style, & visa versa. For example, as someone who has always acted, dressed, & basically developed an entire persona to become the way that would get acceptance, love, & attention from...my parents at first, then crappy boyfriends next, then bosses I wanted to take notice of me...I realized I had become a real-life version of Julia Roberts in Runaway Bride, mirroring everyone in front of me I was desperate to belong with...not knowing who I was, what * I * actually liked in clothes, music, food, hobbies, etc., outside of all their influences & preferences on me. I've been discovering myself from scratch, and YOUR videos and blog posts have been SO instrumental for me in these challenging times. I can't thank you enough!
PS: Newly discovered from this journey you helped so much with... Kibbe Id: Soft Gamine Essences: Dramatic, Natural, & maybe some Ethereal Color Palette: Typed as Winter (all 3 subcategories evenly) Style Aesthetics: French Undone Chic & Young Mystical Guide How I Want to Feel in Clothes: Impactful yet at ease with an understated sex appeal and slight mystical flair How I Want Others to Perceive me: Extravagant yet relaxed, approachable, authentic I'm trying to learn how to blend and achieve it all. Thank you again! ❤
I totally think they are interconnected. And I definitely have related to Julia Roberts in Runaway Bride too in the past. And it can be hard to even know what you do like, but so empowering when you find it. I'm so glad that you're on a healing and self-discovery journey and elated to hear these videos helped in some very small way. I've also added your parameters to the list!
I would love to be considered. Kibbe: Romantic Essences: Romantic, Ethereal Color Season: True Summer Style Statement: Serene Romance Fantasy Style Goals: "Victoria Magazine; Jane Seymour; English cottage; flower garden; lakeshore." Outfit ideas to choose from: working from home, lunch with friends, a casual winter coat plus a spectacular winter coat, comfortable shoe ideas, an A+ "I'm retired so I can wear whatever I want!" outfit.
My number 1 fantasy that only makes sense to me is the gorgeous girl in Agatha Christie books how got randomly married at the end. If you're an Agatha fan you might know what I mean but its a feeling
I loved Agatha Christie books growing up! I think a feeling is a great fantasy director- maybe try funneling it into sounds or a word or other supporting inspirations to help you tap into that feeeling further
I get it. I genuinely wrote these as style prompts a few years ago: - Agatha Christie heroine visits her aunt in a French convent - Agatha Christie heroine meets French Girl chic but in jogger bottoms at home 😄
It’s so good to hear someone talk about blending your fantasy with your reality and examining what is resonating about that fantasy. So many influencers tell people to just dress for their reality and forget about their fantasy self (especially more capsule wardrobe/minimalist influencers) but I feel like that robs people of the creative process and the ability to find true individual style. Great advice!
*Yay, she's back* . Another fabulously done video. I'm more into home aesthetics than fashion, but there are certainly cross-overs for me. I've applied your methodology into my home. I'm an INFJ personality type, soft natural, love a muted earthy color palette, casual yet stylish, leaning into masculine elements yet also appreciating soft vintage lace doilies. I love mid-tone woods with curves and simple details, a bit of industrial. Vintage books, landscape art and pottery are a vibe. I know how to cook, can and garden. Indie folk music plays in the background as we sit lakeside around a campfire. The bedroom diffuser emits lavender and vanilla in Spring/Summer, cedarwood/patchouli/vetiver in Autumn/Winter. There's a Labrador Retriever nearby always. Money is needed, status is not. Hours long deep dives into subjects are fabulous. Stand-up comedy is the best wind down, George Carlin. Flannel lounge pants, t-shirt and suede fleece lines slippers are perfect evening attire. Wavy hair, just long enough to put up on hot days, a great skincare routine, and natural make-up. Dark roast coffee, cream no sugar, 2 cups..good for the day. Lunch at 11 a.m. , a home cooked meal by 6 for supper, chocolate and nuts for a bedtime snack. My fashion fantasy is comfortable footwear for a dressy occasion. I'm an Artic Muck boot, Teva sandal, clog kinda gal. Looking forward to this series Gaby, you rock!
I appreciate the time you take to explain how this works. It is a lot to take in and figure out, but I no longer feel like there is a rush to get to where I want to be. That takes a lot of pressure (that I put there) off myself and gives me a chance to think about what speaks to me. This video has come at a time where I'm evaluating my purpose (something I had never really put any thought into) as I consider a career change. I know you're not here to give life advice but this journey into figuring out my personal style has really helped me to start mapping other aspects of my life. Thank you so much for your time and attention!
I wish you the best of luck on your career change and self-exploration. I really believe our clothes are just extensions of who we are, so that exploration of purpose and evaluating what speaks to you, can be such an eye opening experience! Thank you for watching and your thoughtful comment, it means a lot to me!
My version of the Bardot problem is Zoe Deschanel. She was such a major style icon for me for years and then one day I looked in the mirror and felt like I was playing dressup 😂
You are by far my favorite style RUclips channel, and I have consumed an embarrassing amount of YT style content! I have used a similar process that you described and call them "style personas" instead of fantasies but they are born from the fantasies I love. They are inspired by me but it helps me to think of them in the third person. I have named them all Rocky like my handle, which is not my real name, and have a general mood board for each, a "scentspiration" mood board for fragrances for each, and an interior design mood board for each. I have also written mini bios, defined the foods/flavors they like to enjoy, the types of music they listen to, the types of activities they are found doing, etc. I do not buy items unless they fit my style parameters (body, color, lifestyle, etc) and then ask which of my style personas would wear or use this item and how? And if the answer is none, I realize there is something about the item I likely appreciate and find beauty in but that does not work for me and therefore is not a wise purchase. The best pieces and outfits I put together are when I know more than one of my style personas would be happy to rock the outfit. I am currently working on designing a Canva stylebook and printing it for myself to have a nondigital copy of my inspirations and guidelines. I love the prompt and can wait to watch the videos! Here are my answers to your prompt: 1. Kibbe: soft gamine 2. Kitchener: gamine, ingenue, natural (in that order I am pretty certain) 3. Season: warm autumn (I sometimes use the whole autumn palette and borrow from the softer warm spring colors when I want brighter colors, basically I prioritize warmth when it comes to color) 4. Style Tagline (I don't have a tagline but I have 4 main buzz words that I defined with 3 other words to illustrate further what they mean to me, like a style buzz word thesaurus lol): Adventurous (playful, bold, exploring), Effortless (carefree, sensible, cozy), radiant (warm, charming, luminous), creative (artistic, whimsical, dreamy). 5. Style Roots (inspirations from nature that inform my style aesthetics): Sun, Flower, Earth 6. Style Personas (which are basically my core fantasies but I'll try to marry them into one): Rocky - The Whimsical Wildflower, Rocky - The Vintage Storybook Heroine, Rocky - The Mid Century Jetsetter, Rocky - The Cozy Cabin Dweller, Just Mom: The Minimalist Maven 7. My style signatures and things I am known for: color and pattern play, hats, scarves, statement glasses and shoes, and dresses and skirts. I wear some pants but rarely, mostly to lounge at home. I have hiked ten 10 miles on a mountain trail in a dress if that tells you anything about my commitment to them. They obviously were made from pragmatic materials. I didn't hike in a ball gown lol. 8. Style memories: the first photo I saw of Iris Apfel in the green brocade blazer with layers of bangles and giant round tortoise shell glasses, fashion spreads of twiggy, a mid summer's night dream with Michell Pfeiffer, Mary Kate and Ashley boho era of the late 90s and early 00s. 9. The outfits: if possible I would love to see spring, summer, fall, and winter versions of outfits for the following scenarios: lounging at home, work from home, work at the office, errands, brunch with friends, and outdoors activities. If you have to pick a season because that would be 24 outfits ;-), please choose spring or summer as they are my favorite seasons. 10. The Fantasy (not fully realistic to achieve but what I wished existed and want to incorporate into my style): A Day In The Life of a Vintage, Retro-Futuristic, Urban, Seaside, Forest, Flower, Nymph and Artisan - The setting takes places in a quaint seaside city that is a bit Amalfi Coast and a bit like the island of Kauai. My home sits in the middle of a very small cove on a little rocky island just big enough for a home and some green space. My little island is connected to a pristine beach by a small walkable sand bar path. The water is vibrant turquoise and we are surrounded by lush mountains with waterfalls and forested bluffs. My home is not isolated. I live in a walkable beachside neighborhood full of small shops and cafes. The houses draw from both English and French countryside inspirations with lush gardens and winding paths and roads, and while my neighborhood seems to draw more from 13th century inspiration, in the distance you see the city and cultural center skyline full of solarpunk-like small skyscraper-esque buildings. I make my living as an artist and artisan selling a unique mix of oil and mixed media paintings, ceramic and earthen wares, crochet, knit and embroidered goods. I spend my mornings reading by the seaside as the sun rises, drinking coffee. I work on my latest commissioned piece in my lush garden until around 10:30 am. Then I head to a local seaside café for brunch with my family. After brunch I head back home to gather my hand-made artisan goods and then head to the local park to sell my goods. After talking with customers and tourists and selling out of my product I head back home to meet friends for an afternoon casual tea and charcuterie on my front porch. After my friends leave, I tidy up around my home and tend to all my plants, before showering and getting dressed. I choose an above the knee flared knit skirt with a mix of colors, patterns, and full of floral appliques. I choose a slightly relaxed linen peasant top with bishop sleeves and embroidery all over. I can''t decide between a straw boater hat or newsie hat with silk flowers but end up wearing a silk bandana with butterflies instead. I grab my crossbody satchel and leather fisherman sandals and head outside. I walk alongside the beach and seaside bluffs to the city center passing all my favorite theaters, museums, and restaurants. I meet a friend at a local university for an evening lecture on the influence of solarpunk philosophies in modern architecture. After the lecture, we heading to an outdoor beer garden to have a drink, appetizers, and discuss the ideas in the lecture. I head home grateful for the evening summer breeze and the moon light dancing on the sea waves. I wind down with one of my favorite shows and head to bed to get plenty of sleep because tomorrow is Monday (my weekend), and my daughter and I are going hiking, waterfall hunting, and kayaking in a nearby tropical mountain park. I put some prompts related to my fantasy in chat gpt and it made me a series of images! It matches fairly closely to something I imagined and I just made a mini mood board collage with them. If end up choosing my prompts for a video, I can happily send you the mood board if that is helpful! 🙂
Thank you, that's really kind of you to say! And what a fun use of chat gpt- if you're apart of my facebook group you can drop the images there or email them to me at gabrielle@gabriellearruda.com. I've added this beautiful write up to the list!
This is exactly what I needed in my life! I feel like I was on a path towards my dream style, but along the way, I found the advice of all these professional stylists which indicated that my vision wouldn't look good on me (which I agree with to some extent). Just recently, I've started to try and integrate what had been my dream style with clothes that I actually feel beautiful in. Here's my submission for your next planned video: I'm a Kibbe romantic with romantic, ingenue, and classic essence (in that order), and a true summer with a preference for the lighter and darker ends of the palette (deep teal is my favorite color). My fantasy style is what I call "rustic mid-century English countess." So there's a lot of influences from English country fashion (tweed! knitwear! boots!), with a mix of refinement and ruggedness, as well as influences from the 30's through the 70's. I work from home so my most frequently worn style is polished from the waist up with comfy bottoms. I'm also a volunteer usher at a theater, where I need professional, but not attention-grabbing clothes, and nothing noisy or reflective. And of course I love long walks in the woods in an area with changeable weather. I wish you all the best, Gabi, and thanks so much for your invaluable guidance!
I've added your parameters to the list! I think if it's your dream style, you owe it to yourself to explore it. Stylists, while they are very knowledgeable with systems and information, the reality is is that you know yourself best. So the person in the best position to direct your style journey, is you! I think there's absolutely more bridges to be found for you to meld the dream with the silhouettes you feel are flattering!
Oh i totally believe that! I actually mention something similar towards the end of this video. That visualization can be empowering and help you make the connections!
That is a really, really good tip for me because ever since high school I’ve realized from time to time that I bought a piece of clothing for my “inner blond”, not for the deep winter brunette that I actually am. Having my own face with some hair would help a LOT to ground me in my phenotype, not my genotype (I’m mostly Asian, but a quarter Scandinavian and one of my babies actually came out blond with blue eyes-so I really do have some blond genetics.) Thank you for the tip!
@@polymathicaHa! I do something similar. I don’t necessarily change my hair color but I imagine myself slightly tanner with a facial structure that I used to have before my teeth shifted. So it’s always a little grating when I look in the mirror. I say who is that?!
I think we need to step away from the idea that looking out ourselves is narcissistic. I believe that a huge reason I cannot seem to move forward with my own style journey is because I don’t look at myself often. Great work finding something that works for you and sharing it with us!
What a good idea. I have "hair color dysmorphia." I still see myself with the golden honey blonde of my youth (I am now 71). My hair is a lovely golden brown now, with a little grey coming in. Maybe seeing my picture with my "right now hair color" would help cement that image in my head!
I struggle when I need functional clothing, lounging in the house with cats and a kitten especially in home office (with video calls), gardening, running errands etc. I'm happy with my style in an urban office setting but not so much at home walking around the countryside and when I work from home as a pet owner, especially in a colder climate. If you could incorporate some factors such as cold temperature/ seasonally appropriate dressing and pet-proof home office sets that would be super helpful! If further info is useful my parameters are Soft Classic, Soft Autumn with classic, ingenue, natural essences. I adore feminine, girly styles with classic silhouettes and a touch of effortless relaxed feel.
@@Gabriellearrudadesignthank you, I do. I like Wes Anderson movies, Studio Ghibli movies, impressionist paintings, soft muted pastel girly colour palettes and vintage inspired silhouettes. I would love to explore these two influences the soft, painting-esge feminity with the nostalgic vintage (after 1940s) influences with a modern twist like in Wes Anderson movies.
@@Gabriellearrudadesign on a more personal level, when I was younger (20 years ago) I wanted to be an aerial dancer/ aerialist then a comic artist (mangaka). I hold these visions dearly, I started aerial dancing 5 years ago. I want to start writing again (especially screenplays and comics), these are only hobbies but bring me so much joy especially for my Inner Child part.
@@Gabriellearrudadesign and when I merged the two I thought about artist retreats in beautiful picturesque places close to the nature (especially forests, lakes and mountains) with a community. I obsess about this fantasy because I experienced it, and it's my happy place when I want to get a sweet escape from the mundane.
Hi Gabrielle. From all RUclipsrs, and generally fashion expertes, I think you are the most genuine. I’m a designer and your methods and words resonate with the true will of helping people with solid fundamentals, which I believe design is. After that, I'd like to be considered! - Kibbe: Soft Gamine - Season: True Spring flowing Light (means that I wear the softer and lighter colors of True Spring and the brightest and warmer colors of Light) - Essence: Ingenue, Romantic, Gamine - Style statements: Clean cuts, Luna Lovegood, happy girl but not childish. - My fantasy: The crafty, playful girl stereotype but refined and reliable. I do embroidery and sewing and I like to incorporate my works in my wardrobe, but it could easily flow into bohemian, which I hate and doesn’t fit well with my Soft gamine shapes, which I love to fully embrace. My ingenue essence is very strong and with a playful and whimsical fantasy, it’s very risky to be perceived too childish (I'm 30y/o and people already think I'm 18/20). I really like a bit of sparkle for the evenings with make-up and accessories, with pink, lilacs and greens. - Outfit idea: Every day, not too formal office, walks in Tuscanian cities (I live in one of them, the streets are very irregular and there are many climbs and descents), walks in nature, relaxed evenings with close friends.
Thank you so much! As a designer previously, your pov really means a lot to me! I also added your parameters to the list and I love all the specificity!
I love this idea! My fantasy & tool box: Romantic body type, Romantic x Classic x Dramatic Essences, Dark Autumn colours, fantasy: 1950s inspired, R&R chic, abstract artist mix high fashion-high glam fashionista. [Motto: Life is a Runway]
Gabrielle! I really enjoy your videos, and especially these ones about finding you own style. I appreciate that you propose exercises and insightful questions to us, so we can apply the knowledge to our own personal situations! You make it fun and with lots of examples, which makes it easier to assimilate. Anyway, by thinking about this, I have come to terms with my main fantasy: "English University Teacher teaching in Paris," sounds absurd but I'm still working on it 😂
I can see your fantasy and it looks amazing! And thank you for the kind words- that’s exactly my goal so it’s very rewarding to hear it’s coming across 😊
This was such a great video! I would love my summary to be considered! Kitchener: Natural, Romantic Kibbe: Soft Natural Colour Season: Warm Spring Style Statement: Free & Romantic Intellectual Fantasy Style Goals: seaside cottage- lovingly restored, antiques and bookseller, overflowing bookshelves, steaming cups of tea, a cozy cat, handmade quilts, lush vibrancy and toastiness of colours after a rainstorm or when beside a wood fire, stained glass leaded windows. Suggestive without being overtly sexy. Core style memories: Evelyn O’Connoll (the mummy 1999, this is the main one), Marilyn Monroe (specifically and only- Banff national park photoshoot, river of no return casual era). Outfit ideas: gardening/yardwork, loungewear, casual errands, seasonal work outfits (summer in particular- winter is easier for me)
Added to the list! I love the connection between your fantasy style and some of your outfit needs, I think this would be really fun to explore. Seems like you're already working on some of your "fantasy" day hobbies
ooohhh pick me! Kibbe: Dramatic / FN Kitchener: Dramatic with a touch of natural Colour season: bright winter Fantasy style goals: Tilda Swinton + Iris Apfel with a touch of Stanford Blatch - working artist, trend avoider, bold and colourful. Urban but not city, art galleries not nightclubs, beaches not bars. Style statement: Striking Creative Outfit ideas: weekend catchup with friends, working at a creative office, going out to an orchestral concert or play, weekend errand run, art gallery trip.
Please, do more aesthetics in your style videos. I really appreciate your guidance in fitting different fantasy elements into our personal style on a daily basis.
I've watched this video many times and I think I will keep watching it. Not because it is hard to understand but because it allows me to enter a truly self-care energy, to reconnect with the inner child and dedicate time to what I like but tend to overlook as I deal with obligations, errands etc. Thank you Gabrielle!!
I always love your practical examples. May I offer my own style parameters: Kibbe: Flamboyant natural Essences: classic + dramatic, sprinkle of something more feminine Colour season: Dark autumn For the past years my style goal has been "gender bending space pirate" and I still stand by it. I like combining practical, utilitarian and comfortable attributes with happy nonconformity. I feel drawn to cyberpunk and solarpunk aesthetics in an equal measure as art deco and menswear inspired sharply tailored clothing from the early 20th century. I need clothes for these activities: Walking the dog, Working from home including video calls, Doctors appointments, Train travel ...and I have a class reunion coming up PS: I burst out laughing when you mentioned aliens as an almost anti example for an aesthetic. I am that person that is so out there that you thought they wouldn't exist. No no, I'm here. That's why I felt compelled to write here to become one of your future examples.
I love your style goal and have added your parameters to the list! And that's why I mentioned aliens, because I don't want us to feel boxed in or narrowed by our fantasies, but expanded! Thank you for sharing yours with me!
"Gender bending space pirate" sounds amazing!! My best friend recently called me "a cross between forest nymph and a pirate" so maybe we should start a crew 🏴☠️
I am looking forward to the video full of style examples. This concept truly celebrates everybody's uniqueness. Go forest nymph! We would make for an inspired D&D campaign.
Just over halfway when commenting this and see the section about the style you did for a long time but required so much. I had the same with 40s/50s style fashion. I wore it for almost a decade but the amount of effort for me was insane! Hair, make up, undergarments the whole lot to get the look but it always felt like it just wasn't quite right! Still absolutely love it now and admire Miss BeeTownsend who does an amazing job and it suits her so well. For me I find I tend to want to dress vintage when things are tough, that whole trying to get back to past to a supposed easier time. I'm now finding my style fantasy is more like a boho beachy vibe with classic elements - this just becomes a bit tricky in the freezing cold winter we have
Love her ❤️ it sounds like your 40s/50s elements can also resonate with classic essence, so it's a good way to find that balance of relaxed seaside and vintage glamour.
Yes, it required so much mental effort to make those looks feel complete for me. I think coming to a point where you can admire it, love it is wonderful, especially when you find your own style that more authentically speaks to you. I'll always adore Anna Karina and Brigette Bardot, but they just aren't the right style matches for me, different energy. I love that you're exploring boho with classic, that sounds like it could take you in a lot of cool directions!
@@purrgundyyes I agree. The main thing that kinda I struggled with was the curling of my hair to fit the look. I mastered how to do it but it took daily effort as my hair is not naturally curly, it's straight with a wave and super thick so took ages to put in rollers or curl! It was fine before I had children as I had more than 45mins to get ready 😂 but now nope however I absolutely love full skirts and not a fan of straight skirts at all which I can add into my fantasy self but make them midi length and not circle skirts more gathered or tiered and be able to straighten my hair or leave it natural
@@Gabriellearrudadesignthank you! Yes definitely and like you the style icons from those ears are literally nothing like me as I'm tall with vertical and somewhere between a FN and D but with classic/gamine features so I could encompass straight symmetrical long hair with lots of bright colours in beautiful dresses with a good weight to them about midi the full length that can be worn when the weather is sunny and warm or with boots and thick knits in the winter and team some of these with some classic pieces such as smart coats that are extra long 😊
I just wanted to say a big thank you. It's taken me almost all day, but I've just finished the style worksheet but it was worth the time to do it properly, I had my colours analysed a couple of weeks ago, and it was a bit of a surprise - but also, so many things 'suddenly' made sense. Happy to say, I have most of the wardrobe I need already, but I need to edit stuff getting in the way of living my fantasy'. I'm closer than I thought. Now I have a new take on my colours, the workbook and the Pinterest, and tomorrow start editing. I've decided to leave black even though I'm Bright Spring since 'beatnik' is one of my style inspirations. Thank you most of all for being you.
Wow, this is such a meaningful comment to me and I appreciate it so much. I"m so glad that things are starting to click for your style journey and I'm glad you found the worksheets worth the time!! And bright springs can totally pull off some blacks especially for a beatnik inspo!
wow i've recently experienced similar thoughts and it's like the universe have brought me to your video! one of the best fashion advices ever, so underrated!!! keep up the good work 💚
THIS is probably the best guidleine of personal style I've ever encountered! Thank you so much for your unique concepts, deep dives and focus on individuality 💖
Gabrielle, I found you after hitting a low point in my self-confidence and you have given me so much useful information (I just started your workbook!). I would love to be considered for the example video, but no worries if not--you have already helped me find strength through style so much! Kibbe: Soft Natural Kitchener: Natural/Gamine/Ingenue (still testing these) Palette: Soft Summer Style Statement: Approachable, creative, put-together Style Fantasy: Hedge witch, androgyny Outfit needs: work from home, business travel, date night, athletic
This video is perfection! I very much appreciate how much time and effort you put into creating and editing this- I'm sure it was a lot! So grateful to you 💗
:o blessed with not only an upload but a podcast!? yessssssssssssss this is awesome I'm actually really glad you started out with a definition, because I had such the wrong idea when the concept was originally brought up. Glad to see it was way different to what I thought :) also that dark ethereal look at 30:00 or so is killer; really speaks to my vibe personally and I love seeing this combo. I've been gearing up for exploring how to have courage to actually embrace some styles and then mash different concepts together, and then figure out how to make versions that are appropriate for the office, and other events. Just want to ad one thing though: for the folk who have disabilities, chronic health issues, struggles with wonky mental health and/or otherwise have innate demands on their energy (low spoons) - i'm cheering for you. take care of your needs first, I absolutely believe that you will arrive at the conclusions you need to about style eventually. Give yourself your own timeline for exploring, and definitely pause a little extra if possible to check why you're not inspired to deep-dive on something. These pauses are great chances to explore differences between specific disinterest and depression-induced anhedonia, for example. You got this :)
10000%, I appreciate your note! Taking care of your health and giving yourself space and time is the foundation to which all the other things are built upon. And this is about connecting to yourself in a deep and meaningful way, so if you (or anyone) are not feeling like tackling that, that is ok. It may sound cheesy but I think learning to meet yourself where you are each day is key. I'm glad you liked that outfit, I think sometimes we can self-limit what we think is possible and I definitely encourage you (when you're ready/able) to pursue your own mash up of interests. That's when the uniqueness of you can really come to the surface. Also, hope you enjoy the podcast!!
Yayyyy! Keep it coming! I just found out by being typed that I’m a Soft Natural with classic, romantic and natural essence. I’m an autumn. And I need help ❤❤❤😢
I really appreciate this video. The level of obsession you're talking about is my natural homeland and you madbe your example of a more out-there fantasy about aliens feel totally welcome. I usually do feel like my interests are more fringe than people making this kind of content are expecting, but in this video I didn't even feel like all the reassurance was needed, I guess because the idea of a fantasy was so centered, or because I'd already been doing these things with my own fantastical fantasies. I always find all the "YOU" and authenticity language unpleasant, because that's not my fantasy!!! but here it feels a lot more welcoming than I'm used to on other channels, like there's more of a real sense that everything is optional if you want it to be/you're not bothered or here to correct people if they do something that isn't "allowed" :) I don't have a history with your own content like that, but the impressive generosity of designing all these different outfits for some of your viewers makes me want to subscribe and come back (whether or not I happen to be one of the the lucky viewers). It makes it seem like you read all the comments, or a lot of them, and listen to your viewers. Kibbe: FG Essences: I always saw myself as "gamine body, dramatic face" and thought I had to pick three between ethereal and natural essence, but according to your chart I don't have much dramatic essence at all and would be gamine>ethereal>natural? Could that combo cause a dramatic-like impression? I love flowy boho vibes but recs for anything with natural are often NOT made for my body. I use sleeveless tops and split and asymmetrical skirts to get that look without overwhelming me. (I am not the best with faces, but to give a comparison, people say I look like Millie Bobby Brown, but I have more of a big wide funky nose) Color season: soft autumn Style Statement: sophisticated otherworldly: someone who could be from a different part of space and time, but can be taken seriously, with a dash or more of practicality, not a fun cloud cuckoolander Fantasy Style Goals: mysterious art deco steampunk Outfit ideas: date, do-what-I-want hiking :), outdoor winter, indoor winter, office, or anything is fine!
Thank you! I’m glad it resonated with you. And I think it’s great you’ve found your own path and how to apply your deep dives. You’re absolutely right, there aren’t rules! I’ll add your parameters to my list 👍🏻👍🏻
Finally!!! I love the idea embracing our fantasy selves vs the mainstream mantra of letting her go. I suspect this is the key many of us have been looking for.
I think our fantasy selves should never be ignored, they are rooted in our most creative selves and embracing that can create a wonderful life and style trajectory
Ever since my chilldhood I have been having three creatures, I identify myself a lot. A butterfly, a cat and a fairy. And since my quest for personal style began, those creatures have influenced my style journey. And in a way, I'm pretty deep there I think. I mean, people already call me a fairy or a kitty (my username might help with that too). But of course, I could go deeper. Maybe after doing those worksheets I have clearer vision of how to go there.
Great video! Your content is pretty new for me. I love how you merge lived experience (including the outgrown, first iterations) along with aspirational fantasy. You've put a lot of work into making it possible to build a fluid but coherent look based on deeply felt inspiration. Whatever you do next, I'm interested! PS - edited to add: I plan to develop my personal style on the concept of "lunarpunk" - which fortunately is fairly undefined compared with "solarpunk", and have it work for me as a GenX woman working in economic activism. I think I'm Kibbe Ethereal and Kitchener Romantic. Wish me luck 🌛
I'm so glad it resonated with you! You got this- if it feels undefined now, look at is a challenge to get creative with your own definition of it, and explore the different paths it could take!!
Thank you so much for this video! It was the key that helped me finally unlock and identify my own personal style. All your videos have been so helpful, but this one helped me pull it all together. 😊 I looked at my Pinterest boards that I have been amassing for years and I realized I have 3 stand out themes. I was able to use the venn diagram you suggested to see where they overlap. And .. BAM! It all makes sense. It helped me think about how and why I love what I do and influences from childhood on. I have been putting together outfits from my wardrobe! It has been amazing! Thank you so much! Pure GOLD! ❤
First of all I'm so happy you're back! I love your videos and I watch them multiple times beacuse they're so inspiring and give me such great ideas!😊 I would also be very grateful to be considered in the next video! These are my style parameters: Kibbe: Flamboyant Gamine Kitchener: 45% ethereal, 20% gamine, 20% ingenue, 15% natural Season: winter cool, but I'm not very concerned with this one as long as my outfit is cool or neutral My aesthetic: I resonate with academia aesthetic and I tend to dress mostly androginous. I often incorporate edgy shoes and more feminine details near my face. I like to describe it as the soul of an alternative archaeologist from the late XIX- early XX century living in the body of a modern student Fantasy style goals: I would love to incorporate some ethereal vibes to my current style, something Galadriel from Lotr would wear if she was an archaeology university student Outfits ideas: going to university to attend classes, going to university to work on dusty archaeological materials, going out with my friends and summer outfits (I struggle a lot with building something that doesn't feel boring during this season) Thank you for your amazing work Gabrielle!❤
Loved this! Here is the prompt:Create 3 travel go bags. One for a big city trip(London Paris nyc etc), one for a mountain/ country trip (50-70F weather), one for a work trip (casual). Here are the style parameters: soft natural, dark winter, natural romantic ethereal essences, fantasy world: I live in a sunbaked, hot weather, cute small apartment in a cute walkable city, traveling for work and pleasure, books, intellectual conversations, fun, spontaneity, think travel imagery from 70s 80s.
What a beautiful, thoughtful way to present the fashion version of “worker smarter, not harder” and “put your finite energy to that which will produce your best results.” Someone earlier in the comments requested a tweak on the 5 outfits for “your fantastique life” with a weather seasonal shift, and I think that is a speed bump/hiccup I share. I’m mostly natural with sprinklings of romantic and ethereal, and taking my summer wardrobe into winter (Gulf Coast winter) gives me … pause. T-shirts are too dressed down, button downs are only for sun protection, and I’m still looking for me in the winter blahs. Now I have a couple more ideas to extend into that search. Thank you Gabrielle.
I feel like the perfect representation of this for me is the show Once. We get to see how all of these very different characters would dress in the real world and all of the styles make sense with the job and life they have in Storybrooke. Also love the channel/podcast!
Oooh I really like your points. As someone with 2 conflicting main interest in style..I really liked the points on expanding on out preferred style and understanding it. Thank you
You are the only one who is so helpful about how we can create the perfect wardrobe for us. You are very creative, analytical and always to the point with your advices . This time I'm trying to put my style together using my essence's blend and this seems to work, but only with your guidance. I hope my English could be better, i have so many things to share with you but it's difficult to express them😢.... Kisses Gabby!
You english is wonderful and your kind words mean a lot! Thank you for commenting and sharing this, it's really exciting for me to hear and I hope your style journey continues to blossom!
My fantasy self is a vintage glam, 70s sunshine academic. My style parameters are SD body, ingenue/romantic essence with a touch of natural. I’m a bright winter and love wearing bright pink.I need outfits for a Saturday at the library, farmers market and park with my toddler. Then I need something cute to wear to my friends birthday party at a decent restaurant. I feel like I only have nice clothes for work, but not for when I want to enjoy my life and express myself.
This is so fun bc like.. i can see my 10yr old self LOVING this exercise. Having someone say, this is what you like, how can you make it Yours? Just rly sweet, bc we rly Are so limited as adults from having Reality crash down on us every day, saying we can't Have this or that for whatever reason.
If it's not too late I'd love outfits for walking the dog and playing with a toddler (in the park and at home), going to dinner at friends/families house and date night ❤ Kibbe: flamboyant natural Kitchener: dramatic, natural, romantic Colour: true/warm autumn Dream/goal style: 70s glam mixed with 90s rock I don't often wear makeup and enjoy no fuss hairstyles. Your the best! Thanks so much for you content ❤️😍
Omg five new vids in one day! What a treat ❤ I came across your videos recently and no joke - binged every single one!! Been waiting for more since lol. Adore your content!!
I'm so glad you like the videos! Full disclosure though, some of those releases are my new podcast- but I do think that its a great supplement to the fashion journey too!
Excellent video and interesting approach! I have no idea about style or external appearance, but ur teaching is good and I'm learning a lot! I'd like to have my summary considered (If you want it): Kibbe: dramatic Kitchener: not sure, probably ethereal Color season: bright spring Style statement: antiquity polish effortless Fantasy style goals: "Edwardian era", "cold-blooded vibe", "effortless chic", "dark-distant forest" Outfit ideas: career (traditional field), weekend in a big or small city
I would so so love to be considered for this and thank for all your hard work! Kibbe: Theatrical Romantic Essences: Ingenue, Romantic, Ethereal Color Season: Winter Style Statement/ 3 key words: Feminine, simple, dreamy Fantasy Style Goals: 1960s ballerina, English country house, French girl, French new wave, fairy, Audrey Hepburn Outfit ideas to choose from: I have two young daughters and I teach Performing Arts and I was my clothes to be comfy but inspiring and polished. An outfit to teach Performing Arts and then pick my daughters up and take them to a cafe to eat endless slices of cake and drink a pot of tea and read books together.
This is my favorite video so far, and I have loved them all. You have such a gift for what you do Gabrielle! I’d be honored to be chosen for this exercise ☺️ Kibbe: FN Essences: Natural and ethereal…still figuring out a third essence but I think it’s a kiss of dramatic Color season: True Autumn Style statement: warm, feminine, effortless Style parameters: comfortable, versatile, fashionable Fantasy style: 70s folk singer/songwriter + earth goddess + world traveler She’s a creative and feels best when she’s at home, which is cozy, full of light, and has views of nature and water. She spends her days writing, singing, listening to music, cooking, and caring for her family. When she isn’t home she enjoys exploring museums, seeing concerts, or traveling (preferring beachy destinations). She is independent and loves her freedom but is also strongly family oriented. Outfit needs: brunch with friends, casual errands, summer vacation with lots of walking and exploring
I find the style videos where you suggest outfits to fit occasions, colour palettes, and essences etc. to be both interesting and helpful. Please keep doing those. I don't know if my style fantasy is a fairy tale but I want to dress like I'm a successful World travelling artist who paints on location, art journals, and writes for a living (even though I'm retired). Now I'm going to download the worksheets and see if it actually works for me....
That is some helpful food for thought - as always :) I do like the long format a lot, btw, I think you manage to keep a good balance between necessary detail and not going too overboard (and no need for speedups, imho ;) ). If you'd like to consider them for your upcoming video, here are my parameters: Kibbe: FN Kitchener: mainly dramatic and natural, with more dramatic Colour Season: Winter (I'm unsure of the subtype, but probably True) Style Statement: Practical, Approachable Edge/Grown-up Metalhead Fantasy Life: she is the herbal witch/healer/wise woman of a small village, tending to her garden, the people and her animals, wandering the woods, observing the constellations, regularly conversing with the mages and witches in nearby settlements. She is serene but a force to be reconned with. All somewhat subtle, think Earthsea and the Avalon books. More realistic fantasy: we have our own property in a village near the cities we work in, the kids are a little older, I have time to work in our garden, maybe we even have a few chickens. I still work as a data scientist/researcher, but maybe have switched employers to someone closer to industry/actually getting helpful things on the market. I still continue to fit some BJJ and reading/knitting/sewing/something creatively craftsy into the mix. Simone Simons is a huge inspiration for me when it comes to translating "edge" to "everyday" although we be quite different parameters/tastes. I'd like to see outfits for playground with little kids (4 and 1,5) that allow me to climb/run/jump around (I can climb in most dresses I want to add), office look (data scientist, no real dress code, but I try to aim for smart casual) and/or date look that has some sexiness/sensuality without leaning (overly) romantic or having a lot of cleavage (annoys me on dates) Best wishes and looking forward to your next video (regardless of being featured or not, I really just am looking forward to it because I find the format so helpful) , Kate
Thank you! I'm still trying to come to terms with the long videos and not boring people, so this is a nice reminder! I've added yours to the list, I think your outfits needs could be really fun to explore with your parameters. Your thoughtful words are really appreciated ☺️
Oooh I loved this Gabby. Each video of yours is like a course, I'm also a member of your course but yet to explore it fully. My Fantasy Style is Angelic (Spiritual) Guide, fully Self Employed who works from home and films Spiritual videos in nature, but I'm also an opera singer. I'm brown (Indian, if that matters) and my Kitchener essences are Classic, Ingenue and Romantic (probably some gamine in there too). Body type is Theatrical Romantic. Colour season: Bright Winter. I love wearing dresses and the combination of track pants or loose haroum style pants with a soft cropped blazer and heels. I also wear ethnic Indian clothing. I'd love to live somewhere that's full of nature but is a city where I can still perform as an opera singer. 5 Situations: Exploring nature and filming in a nature spot there, Taking online sessions at home, Leading a Spirituality workshop, Rehearsing or performing opera, Chilling at home with my man and my cat.
I love how passionate you are about all of this, and I feel like I really connect with your way of thinking! These kind of videos feel super special. My style parameters might be: kibbe - soft natural, natural & classic essence, soft autumn color season. I'd describe my dream style as relaxed & feminine with a little bit of edge. "Movie director chic"
@@Gabriellearrudadesign oh no the comment left out the ending, which was outfit ideas for working in a casual yet creative environment, toddler mom activities, lounging in the house, meeting friends for coffee & dinner. Thanks!
Gaby!!! You are a genius. I want so much success for you! I hope you get that European property!!! It's funny, around the time I did my personal style map following your advice, I had a similar eureka of "oh this one specific thing is the nexus of all my disparate interests", *and* had a similar experience of realizing an adjacent style i loved a lot was one that took a lot of work for me to achieve and i didn't really like how i looked when i wore it. But also i recently rewatched a formative music video from my college years that made me originally want to get into white dresses, and realized that "get into white dresses" has been a style goal for me every spring/summer for *fifteen years* without me making any headway. I'm not entirely through the video yet so maybe you address this but i have come to feel that your personal style forces you to re-evaluate your self-image. I think in some ways, i pursued the uncomfortable style (while neglecting style basics i love more and are more "me") because I don't like myself very much, so i have to grapple with that and the effect it has on my bad shopping habits. Taking the long road to coming to the same conclusions everyone else has come to already about how we overconsume because capitalism makes us think we can solve our psychological issues with material goods. I actually need to refine my personal style map but checking things i'm interested in against my map, the term i used to describe my dream style (i fell in love with your phrase "free beauty" and was trying to come up with something that similarly summed up the whole vibe - mine is "undercover princess" which is a lot less grand sounding but it is inspiring for me/makes sense in context), and the three words i have on the map, remains one of the most useful ways to keep my style in the forefront of my mind when i need to shop. So I am looking forward to doing your fantasy style worksheets in concordance with redoing my style map!
Thank you so much for the kind words, they really mean a lot to me! And I absolutely agree our connection to self-image has a huge impact on personal style and how we use our styles. It's so cool that you made the connection to "get into white dresses" and saw the roots of the inspiration and how it was a natural style progression (but realizing that make it even more prominent!). Undercover Princess sounds amazing, I love it! I hope you like these new worksheets and they can help you find that future fantasy direction!!
Thank you, Gabby! This was such an interesting and exciting video. My fantasies are Pre Raphaelite painting, Stevie Nicks, and the film Picnic at Hanging Rock. Making a Venn diagram of these is going to be illuminating! I’m really keen to check out your Podcast, too.
Oh, that venn diagram sounds so cool already! I hope you share how it goes, because I think the intersections could be beautiful! And, I hope you enjoy the podcast😊
Great video, I like your point of view with a strong romanticization and emotional connection to choose our clothes because it brings a more enchanted side to our daily lives (sorry for my english🥲) ❤
Dear amazing Gaby! This has been the best and at the same time most holistic video on style I have ever watched! I went through it twice and sent it to my girl-friends! I'm a hynotherapist and work with the future self concept and your ideas made my view more holistic, fun and tangible. Thank you so much for your thoughtful, deep and precious work in the captivating field of style and fashion! Hugs from Zurich, Switzerland! 🤗❤💫
Video suggestion: How do you go shopping when you have a distinct taste but also genuinely need to build a wardrobe up in a shorter time span? I don't want to waste money on clothing I don't like but a lot of my clothing is from high school and is quickly becoming unwearable.
I can definitely try to add some content around this! I have a podcast episode all about building good shopping habits that might be helpful. And you might want to check out the closet audit video to see where you might have some wardrobe gaps you need to prioritize
Oh I love the videos where you work through real world examples. I’m currently working through so much of your personal style building content and activities and recently created a mind-map/flowchart of what has influenced my French girl / coastal grandmother meets resortwear / classic casual style🩵 Kibbe: Soft Classic Kitchener: Classic, Natural & Yin (Romantic/Ingenue) Colour Season: Soft Summer (my palette is all blues, whites, taupe, grey, charcoal, seafoam and raspberry) Style Statement: timeless, feminine, dreamy Fantasy Style/Life: is the year split between homes in Australia and the Mediterranean 🌊 Elegant yet comfortable coastal vibes for small towns and cities. Classic pieces with texture and feminine details. Also, I run cold so clothes/layering in natural fibres is important. Outfit #1: brunch and markets on weekends, Outfit #2: date nights at restaurants and bars, Outfit #3: office outfits
Oh the flowchart sounds like a great idea, hope it helps you sort it all out! I think the real world examples will be next, and I've added yours to the list
I love your deep dives and how intentional you are in your videos. This reminds me so much of Uta Hagen's 9 questions for actors. p.s. talk away please don't feel like you have to fast forward over yourself because you're "talking too much". I've learned so much from you, thank you!
Yayyy some new content! Perfect timing because I planned on buying a whole new wardrobe over the next few months. I was supposed to order some clothes today but I felt like I needed to really narrow down what my dream closet looks like. Literally perfect timing. You look amazing btw 😍 loving the red lip!!
I would also like to be considered for your next video 😇 Kibbe: Dramatic classic Essences: classic + dramatic+ a little bit of ingenue Season: winter My aesthetic: Lucius Malfoy + Eva Green vibes, but in the modern days) I would describe my future wardrobe as: casually regal and defined, with a hint of dark queen vibes. But like I didn`t put much effort into it. Outfit ideas: 1. potential outfit for a summer outdoor music festival. I attend one or two almost every year and really struggle with this. 2. work from home outfits 3. Weekend with a branch and a later visit to a local food market. Gotta get those groceries) Thank you!
@@Gabriellearrudadesign fantastic!! Another note of appreciation: your videos are really good. I love how they are long, super planned out, with lots of image examples. And you are the only YT creator from whom I actually try out their tips and ideas. And as you said in this video, there is a huge difference in a style/character crush or something that has always been there. I just did my Venn diagram today :)
This video was amazing!!! I love your deep dives!! I'd love to be considered for a later video about building outfits. My style parameters are: soft autumn, NCD essence, Kibbe and I don't get on very well but I'm between Flamboyant Natural and Dramatic Classic, my fantasy style is Friendly Neighborhood Witch and I'd love outfits for 1. WFH/SAHM-ing (never on camera) 2. Parent teacher conferences 3. Date night 4. 10 hour day with the kids outside in July (so sweaty, lots of running after children) 5. Easter brunch with conservative family (lol)
SOOO happy for a new video 🖤 I would love to be considered & see what you come up with! Kibbe: Flamboyant Natural Essences: Natural, Dramatic, Romantic Colour season: Dark Summer (using 16) Style adjectives: Relaxed, Edgy, Free Fantasy style: “Rockstar girlfriend” (hate the name), kinda grunge, touch of Kate Moss (I’m also working on other fantasies such as boho meets witch in the woods with touch of ethereal style & a general sense of 70s (including men’s) style) Situations: job interview, date night, hang out with friends, active wear, wedding (guest) I just want to say thank you for all the effort you put into these videos- the scripting and editing must take FOREVER, and it’s so creative and fun. Thank you 🧝🏽♀️⚡️
Thank you so much for making this video. I always find your videos so helpful and really appreciate how thorough you make them - it's obvious you put so much work into your content ❤ I really love the video ideas you suggested and would like to be considered if you're still adding to your list 😊 My parameters are true summer, soft classic, with ethereal, classic, and natural essences. I tend to lean a bit delicate, minimal, and slightly casual in my outfits. My fantasy is a lotr elf noble woman who is also a dancer and watercolour artist, who lives in the forest surrounded by animals. The situations I'd like outfits for would be: 1. Office work (polished/smart but not super formal) 2. Walks in the countryside/volunteering with animals 3. Lounging at home 4. Meeting friends for coffee/lunch 5. Dance classes I have an extra one too if it's ok to ask 😅 I live in the UK but am hopefullyyy going to Hawaii for 2 weeks this summer 🤞🤞. I'm very pale and burn instantly in the sun, so while no amount of styling will ever make me look like I belong on a tropical island, I'd be really grateful for any advice on dressing in a way that still feels authentic to me in a completely different climate than I'm used to. Thanks again Gabi and I look forward to listening to your podcast!
My fantasy would be living in a stone cottage in the Scottish Highlands. I would own chickens, sheep, ducks, goats, and dogs. I am not much of a gardener though and imagine myself taking care of animals more than growing things- lol. Kibbe: Dramatic Classic Essences: Classic, Natural I am an elementary school teacher so I need functional work outfits that I can easily move around in. I also need outfits for walking the dog and running errands/shopping.
I would like to be considered! Kibbe: flamboyant gamine w wider shoulders (like Tina turner) Essence: classic 60%, gamine 25%, natural 15% Color season: bright spring with high contrast, but I only wear a few colors usually (black, ivory, coral, burgundy, lavender/lilac, turquoise, British racing green, gold, nude/beige for shoes/purse sometimes) Style statement: QE II in 1950s-1960s, Blair Waldorf and Jenny Humphrey from Gossip Girl (upper east side/1950s+black leather skirt/shorts: I’m having trouble combining these two) Outfit situations: errands with a toddler, going to the gym, lounging/cooking at home dresses/skirt outfits: church, all day family outing ending in a nice dinner during summer vacation
I love your content and also reacently bought your workbook :) I would also love to be considered. Kibbe: Soft Classic Essences: I think mostly classic, gamine Color Season: Bright/ Clear Winter Style Statement: Classic, comfortable, self-confident with a touch of rock n roll chic Fantasy Style Goals: Relaxed, childfree, effortless and kind of Grace Kelly vibe but also living in the countryside with a vergetable garden Outfit ideas to choose from: working from home, meeting friends in town, office day, doing errands, datenight
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I realized a couple of months ago that as an adolescent I put my fantasies in a box and never looked at them again, because I wanted to fit in. A few months ago I asked myself: what were your fantasies when I was younger and this really helped me with my style. Because I connected to something again that was lost for a while. Sometimes we are overwhelmed by the fantasies of others as adults, so it’s important to free ourselves from all this stuff and get back to the roots 😊
Absolutely, i think this journey is all about authenticity and self-exploration
I can relate to this. I always loved cute, sweet things but for a long time I felt like it’s too childish and I will seem ridiculous if I like that as an adult. But there is a way to channel that love for cuteness and girly things without dressing like a 5 year old.
This is so beautiful, thank you for sharing ❤
My style fairy godmother
🥰 love that
For FREEEE? You are officially one of my favorite and one of the best and most generous RUclipsrs of all time!!
Thank you, that's so kind!!
I think this is the most practical fashion video I’ve ever seen, and I’ve been watching them since 2010
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The intro is such a flex, she can make literally any style suit her and this is why we take her styling advice lol
haha, thank you!
Nah it's because even within those styles she's making it work for HER by following her own style shapes and lines.
Notice the circle bag in the cutesy French mod peacoat look? Or the sweetheart neckline in the Femme Fatale look? It's not overly stark and dramatic (Maleficent style).
My daughter in law is Indian. As a tall blonde it has been a revelation that I can dress up for Indian occasions in bright colours, flowy chiffon and bling for days and look great. Lived my life in jeans and a t shirt. Life needs more fantasy.
Yes! I bought a sari fabric years ago have tried everything to make it work in my wardrobe but it’s still there defying me to make it work. I love to color and romance of Indian fabrics and admire how local Indians mix it in in the cool New Zealand weather.!
@@marionannmacredie You could make some amazing western style clothes made out of sari fabric - think a bomber jacket or joggers!
@@JBUHJBUH that’s a good idea! I never thought of going directly to western modern instead of traditional!
Instead of buying new clothes, try on accessories! It's not about the garments, it's about the styling of said garments. And let's not forget hair, makeup, and shoes. They can change the game.
Thank you for this video and the worksheets! Very informative, as usual. I shall invite you over for coffee the day you’ll buy an old French castle in the countryside 😉
I will take you up on that coffee 🙃 And yes, the whole picture is so important. Hair/accessories and playing around with the different elements can really make a look shine
Buying accessories isn't sustainable either if that's why you suggested it. If not, I kind of agree but not fully. If I have a goth wardobe and want to achieve a 60s/70s vibe, jewelry and belts alone just won't cut it. But instead of going out and buying tons of bright colored stuff, I look more for patterns and muted colors which can work with what I already have.
I love how you are so confident and good at this but aren't talking down to us or acting as if people are dumb. And you don't tell us we're inauthentic because we have clothes or fantasies that don't fit our reality as it stands, you give us tools to help us bring a bit of it into the wardrobe we'll actually wear. Thank you ❤
I'm so glad it resonates with you, and it makes me very grateful to hear this! Thank you!!
❤I started both trauma therapy AND a personal style overhaul around the same time a year ago.❤
The journeys of both interconnect more than I had ever thought they would. I'm literally augmenting my therapy via self discovery in my personal style, & visa versa. For example, as someone who has always acted, dressed, & basically developed an entire persona to become the way that would get acceptance, love, & attention from...my parents at first, then crappy boyfriends next, then bosses I wanted to take notice of me...I realized I had become a real-life version of Julia Roberts in Runaway Bride, mirroring everyone in front of me I was desperate to belong with...not knowing who I was, what * I * actually liked in clothes, music, food, hobbies, etc., outside of all their influences & preferences on me. I've been discovering myself from scratch, and YOUR videos and blog posts have been SO instrumental for me in these challenging times. I can't thank you enough!
PS: Newly discovered from this journey you helped so much with...
Kibbe Id: Soft Gamine
Essences: Dramatic, Natural, & maybe some Ethereal
Color Palette: Typed as Winter (all 3 subcategories evenly)
Style Aesthetics: French Undone Chic & Young Mystical Guide
How I Want to Feel in Clothes: Impactful yet at ease with an understated sex appeal and slight mystical flair
How I Want Others to Perceive me: Extravagant yet relaxed, approachable, authentic
I'm trying to learn how to blend and achieve it all. Thank you again! ❤
I totally think they are interconnected. And I definitely have related to Julia Roberts in Runaway Bride too in the past. And it can be hard to even know what you do like, but so empowering when you find it. I'm so glad that you're on a healing and self-discovery journey and elated to hear these videos helped in some very small way. I've also added your parameters to the list!
PLEASE DO MORE personalized fantasy build-outs. I live for your personalized image boards!!
I plan to do more in the next video 🤗
I would love to be considered.
Kibbe: Romantic
Essences: Romantic, Ethereal
Color Season: True Summer
Style Statement: Serene Romance
Fantasy Style Goals: "Victoria Magazine; Jane Seymour; English cottage; flower garden; lakeshore."
Outfit ideas to choose from: working from home, lunch with friends, a casual winter coat plus a spectacular winter coat, comfortable shoe ideas, an A+ "I'm retired so I can wear whatever I want!" outfit.
YES! Added to the list, and I love your last outfit goal - congrats on retirement!
My number 1 fantasy that only makes sense to me is the gorgeous girl in Agatha Christie books how got randomly married at the end. If you're an Agatha fan you might know what I mean but its a feeling
I loved Agatha Christie books growing up! I think a feeling is a great fantasy director- maybe try funneling it into sounds or a word or other supporting inspirations to help you tap into that feeeling further
The kind of woman with a proud forehead and hair that is always falling, wind swept and effortlessly onto it?
Lucy Eyelesbarrow ❤❤
I get it. I genuinely wrote these as style prompts a few years ago:
- Agatha Christie heroine visits her aunt in a French convent
- Agatha Christie heroine meets French Girl chic but in jogger bottoms at home
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It’s so good to hear someone talk about blending your fantasy with your reality and examining what is resonating about that fantasy. So many influencers tell people to just dress for their reality and forget about their fantasy self (especially more capsule wardrobe/minimalist influencers) but I feel like that robs people of the creative process and the ability to find true individual style.
Great advice!
I agree- I think it’s such a key component to authenticity and joy in style
I love the sea witch section! I moved to the sea 5 years ago after a long time working towards it, and I’m much happier.
*Yay, she's back* . Another fabulously done video. I'm more into home aesthetics than fashion, but there are certainly cross-overs for me. I've applied your methodology into my home. I'm an INFJ personality type, soft natural, love a muted earthy color palette, casual yet stylish, leaning into masculine elements yet also appreciating soft vintage lace doilies. I love mid-tone woods with curves and simple details, a bit of industrial. Vintage books, landscape art and pottery are a vibe. I know how to cook, can and garden. Indie folk music plays in the background as we sit lakeside around a campfire. The bedroom diffuser emits lavender and vanilla in Spring/Summer, cedarwood/patchouli/vetiver in Autumn/Winter. There's a Labrador Retriever nearby always. Money is needed, status is not. Hours long deep dives into subjects are fabulous. Stand-up comedy is the best wind down, George Carlin. Flannel lounge pants, t-shirt and suede fleece lines slippers are perfect evening attire. Wavy hair, just long enough to put up on hot days, a great skincare routine, and natural make-up. Dark roast coffee, cream no sugar, 2 cups..good for the day. Lunch at 11 a.m. , a home cooked meal by 6 for supper, chocolate and nuts for a bedtime snack. My fashion fantasy is comfortable footwear for a dressy occasion. I'm an Artic Muck boot, Teva sandal, clog kinda gal. Looking forward to this series Gaby, you rock!
Added to the list! I love the narrative aspect of this submission. I really feel this "person", it's wonderful! And, thank you for the kind words
It is helpful to read your fleshed-out detailed example, thanks! Similar to mine in many ways (INFJ, color palette, dogs, etc.)
Wow, this is so detailed and exhaustive and yet v thoroughlike how directors describe character in a movie.
I appreciate the time you take to explain how this works. It is a lot to take in and figure out, but I no longer feel like there is a rush to get to where I want to be. That takes a lot of pressure (that I put there) off myself and gives me a chance to think about what speaks to me. This video has come at a time where I'm evaluating my purpose (something I had never really put any thought into) as I consider a career change. I know you're not here to give life advice but this journey into figuring out my personal style has really helped me to start mapping other aspects of my life. Thank you so much for your time and attention!
I wish you the best of luck on your career change and self-exploration. I really believe our clothes are just extensions of who we are, so that exploration of purpose and evaluating what speaks to you, can be such an eye opening experience! Thank you for watching and your thoughtful comment, it means a lot to me!
My version of the Bardot problem is Zoe Deschanel. She was such a major style icon for me for years and then one day I looked in the mirror and felt like I was playing dressup 😂
You are by far my favorite style RUclips channel, and I have consumed an embarrassing amount of YT style content!
I have used a similar process that you described and call them "style personas" instead of fantasies but they are born from the fantasies I love. They are inspired by me but it helps me to think of them in the third person. I have named them all Rocky like my handle, which is not my real name, and have a general mood board for each, a "scentspiration" mood board for fragrances for each, and an interior design mood board for each. I have also written mini bios, defined the foods/flavors they like to enjoy, the types of music they listen to, the types of activities they are found doing, etc. I do not buy items unless they fit my style parameters (body, color, lifestyle, etc) and then ask which of my style personas would wear or use this item and how? And if the answer is none, I realize there is something about the item I likely appreciate and find beauty in but that does not work for me and therefore is not a wise purchase. The best pieces and outfits I put together are when I know more than one of my style personas would be happy to rock the outfit. I am currently working on designing a Canva stylebook and printing it for myself to have a nondigital copy of my inspirations and guidelines.
I love the prompt and can wait to watch the videos! Here are my answers to your prompt:
1. Kibbe: soft gamine
2. Kitchener: gamine, ingenue, natural (in that order I am pretty certain)
3. Season: warm autumn (I sometimes use the whole autumn palette and borrow from the softer warm spring colors when I want brighter colors, basically I prioritize warmth when it comes to color)
4. Style Tagline (I don't have a tagline but I have 4 main buzz words that I defined with 3 other words to illustrate further what they mean to me, like a style buzz word thesaurus lol): Adventurous (playful, bold, exploring), Effortless (carefree, sensible, cozy), radiant (warm, charming, luminous), creative (artistic, whimsical, dreamy).
5. Style Roots (inspirations from nature that inform my style aesthetics): Sun, Flower, Earth
6. Style Personas (which are basically my core fantasies but I'll try to marry them into one): Rocky - The Whimsical Wildflower, Rocky - The Vintage Storybook Heroine, Rocky - The Mid Century Jetsetter, Rocky - The Cozy Cabin Dweller, Just Mom: The Minimalist Maven
7. My style signatures and things I am known for: color and pattern play, hats, scarves, statement glasses and shoes, and dresses and skirts. I wear some pants but rarely, mostly to lounge at home. I have hiked ten 10 miles on a mountain trail in a dress if that tells you anything about my commitment to them. They obviously were made from pragmatic materials. I didn't hike in a ball gown lol.
8. Style memories: the first photo I saw of Iris Apfel in the green brocade blazer with layers of bangles and giant round tortoise shell glasses, fashion spreads of twiggy, a mid summer's night dream with Michell Pfeiffer, Mary Kate and Ashley boho era of the late 90s and early 00s.
9. The outfits: if possible I would love to see spring, summer, fall, and winter versions of outfits for the following scenarios: lounging at home, work from home, work at the office, errands, brunch with friends, and outdoors activities. If you have to pick a season because that would be 24 outfits ;-), please choose spring or summer as they are my favorite seasons.
10. The Fantasy (not fully realistic to achieve but what I wished existed and want to incorporate into my style): A Day In The Life of a Vintage, Retro-Futuristic, Urban, Seaside, Forest, Flower, Nymph and Artisan - The setting takes places in a quaint seaside city that is a bit Amalfi Coast and a bit like the island of Kauai. My home sits in the middle of a very small cove on a little rocky island just big enough for a home and some green space. My little island is connected to a pristine beach by a small walkable sand bar path. The water is vibrant turquoise and we are surrounded by lush mountains with waterfalls and forested bluffs. My home is not isolated. I live in a walkable beachside neighborhood full of small shops and cafes. The houses draw from both English and French countryside inspirations with lush gardens and winding paths and roads, and while my neighborhood seems to draw more from 13th century inspiration, in the distance you see the city and cultural center skyline full of solarpunk-like small skyscraper-esque buildings. I make my living as an artist and artisan selling a unique mix of oil and mixed media paintings, ceramic and earthen wares, crochet, knit and embroidered goods. I spend my mornings reading by the seaside as the sun rises, drinking coffee. I work on my latest commissioned piece in my lush garden until around 10:30 am. Then I head to a local seaside café for brunch with my family. After brunch I head back home to gather my hand-made artisan goods and then head to the local park to sell my goods. After talking with customers and tourists and selling out of my product I head back home to meet friends for an afternoon casual tea and charcuterie on my front porch. After my friends leave, I tidy up around my home and tend to all my plants, before showering and getting dressed. I choose an above the knee flared knit skirt with a mix of colors, patterns, and full of floral appliques. I choose a slightly relaxed linen peasant top with bishop sleeves and embroidery all over. I can''t decide between a straw boater hat or newsie hat with silk flowers but end up wearing a silk bandana with butterflies instead. I grab my crossbody satchel and leather fisherman sandals and head outside. I walk alongside the beach and seaside bluffs to the city center passing all my favorite theaters, museums, and restaurants. I meet a friend at a local university for an evening lecture on the influence of solarpunk philosophies in modern architecture. After the lecture, we heading to an outdoor beer garden to have a drink, appetizers, and discuss the ideas in the lecture. I head home grateful for the evening summer breeze and the moon light dancing on the sea waves. I wind down with one of my favorite shows and head to bed to get plenty of sleep because tomorrow is Monday (my weekend), and my daughter and I are going hiking, waterfall hunting, and kayaking in a nearby tropical mountain park.
I put some prompts related to my fantasy in chat gpt and it made me a series of images! It matches fairly closely to something I imagined and I just made a mini mood board collage with them. If end up choosing my prompts for a video, I can happily send you the mood board if that is helpful! 🙂
Thank you, that's really kind of you to say! And what a fun use of chat gpt- if you're apart of my facebook group you can drop the images there or email them to me at gabrielle@gabriellearruda.com. I've added this beautiful write up to the list!
This is exactly what I needed in my life! I feel like I was on a path towards my dream style, but along the way, I found the advice of all these professional stylists which indicated that my vision wouldn't look good on me (which I agree with to some extent). Just recently, I've started to try and integrate what had been my dream style with clothes that I actually feel beautiful in.
Here's my submission for your next planned video: I'm a Kibbe romantic with romantic, ingenue, and classic essence (in that order), and a true summer with a preference for the lighter and darker ends of the palette (deep teal is my favorite color). My fantasy style is what I call "rustic mid-century English countess." So there's a lot of influences from English country fashion (tweed! knitwear! boots!), with a mix of refinement and ruggedness, as well as influences from the 30's through the 70's. I work from home so my most frequently worn style is polished from the waist up with comfy bottoms. I'm also a volunteer usher at a theater, where I need professional, but not attention-grabbing clothes, and nothing noisy or reflective. And of course I love long walks in the woods in an area with changeable weather.
I wish you all the best, Gabi, and thanks so much for your invaluable guidance!
I've added your parameters to the list! I think if it's your dream style, you owe it to yourself to explore it. Stylists, while they are very knowledgeable with systems and information, the reality is is that you know yourself best. So the person in the best position to direct your style journey, is you! I think there's absolutely more bridges to be found for you to meld the dream with the silhouettes you feel are flattering!
you're so talented at guiding the creation of a vision and explaining it all clearly. just know your work is so appreciated!
Thank you for saying that, it truly means a lot to me!!
I love your content! So creative and unique ! I feel my fashion brain cells are finally awake and working to create my personal style :D
What helped me while gathering my aesthetic collage is to put my face in the center of it) sounds slightly narcissistic, but it worked.
Oh i totally believe that! I actually mention something similar towards the end of this video. That visualization can be empowering and help you make the connections!
That is a really, really good tip for me because ever since high school I’ve realized from time to time that I bought a piece of clothing for my “inner blond”, not for the deep winter brunette that I actually am. Having my own face with some hair would help a LOT to ground me in my phenotype, not my genotype (I’m mostly Asian, but a quarter Scandinavian and one of my babies actually came out blond with blue eyes-so I really do have some blond genetics.) Thank you for the tip!
@@polymathicaHa! I do something similar. I don’t necessarily change my hair color but I imagine myself slightly tanner with a facial structure that I used to have before my teeth shifted. So it’s always a little grating when I look in the mirror. I say who is that?!
I think we need to step away from the idea that looking out ourselves is narcissistic. I believe that a huge reason I cannot seem to move forward with my own style journey is because I don’t look at myself often.
Great work finding something that works for you and sharing it with us!
What a good idea. I have "hair color dysmorphia." I still see myself with the golden honey blonde of my youth (I am now 71). My hair is a lovely golden brown now, with a little grey coming in. Maybe seeing my picture with my "right now hair color" would help cement that image in my head!
I struggle when I need functional clothing, lounging in the house with cats and a kitten especially in home office (with video calls), gardening, running errands etc.
I'm happy with my style in an urban office setting but not so much at home walking around the countryside and when I work from home as a pet owner, especially in a colder climate. If you could incorporate some factors such as cold temperature/ seasonally appropriate dressing and pet-proof home office sets that would be super helpful!
If further info is useful my parameters are Soft Classic, Soft Autumn with classic, ingenue, natural essences. I adore feminine, girly styles with classic silhouettes and a touch of effortless relaxed feel.
I'll add this to the list- do you have any fantasy goal styles?
@@Gabriellearrudadesignthank you, I do. I like Wes Anderson movies, Studio Ghibli movies, impressionist paintings, soft muted pastel girly colour palettes and vintage inspired silhouettes. I would love to explore these two influences the soft, painting-esge feminity with the nostalgic vintage (after 1940s) influences with a modern twist like in Wes Anderson movies.
@@Gabriellearrudadesign on a more personal level, when I was younger (20 years ago) I wanted to be an aerial dancer/ aerialist then a comic artist (mangaka). I hold these visions dearly, I started aerial dancing 5 years ago. I want to start writing again (especially screenplays and comics), these are only hobbies but bring me so much joy especially for my Inner Child part.
@@Gabriellearrudadesign and when I merged the two I thought about artist retreats in beautiful picturesque places close to the nature (especially forests, lakes and mountains) with a community. I obsess about this fantasy because I experienced it, and it's my happy place when I want to get a sweet escape from the mundane.
I love how it feels like we're talking about dreams and life, but at the same time taking the steps towards it by action. Great job, Gaby ❤
Yes! Thank you!
Gabrielle, you are incredible at what you do, I got so many aha- moments and inspiration from this video. Thank you!
This means so so much to me, thank you!!
Hi Gabrielle. From all RUclipsrs, and generally fashion expertes, I think you are the most genuine. I’m a designer and your methods and words resonate with the true will of helping people with solid fundamentals, which I believe design is. After that, I'd like to be considered!
- Kibbe: Soft Gamine
- Season: True Spring flowing Light (means that I wear the softer and lighter colors of True Spring and the brightest and warmer colors of Light)
- Essence: Ingenue, Romantic, Gamine
- Style statements: Clean cuts, Luna Lovegood, happy girl but not childish.
- My fantasy: The crafty, playful girl stereotype but refined and reliable. I do embroidery and sewing and I like to incorporate my works in my wardrobe, but it could easily flow into bohemian, which I hate and doesn’t fit well with my Soft gamine shapes, which I love to fully embrace. My ingenue essence is very strong and with a playful and whimsical fantasy, it’s very risky to be perceived too childish (I'm 30y/o and people already think I'm 18/20). I really like a bit of sparkle for the evenings with make-up and accessories, with pink, lilacs and greens.
- Outfit idea: Every day, not too formal office, walks in Tuscanian cities (I live in one of them, the streets are very irregular and there are many climbs and descents), walks in nature, relaxed evenings with close friends.
Thank you so much! As a designer previously, your pov really means a lot to me! I also added your parameters to the list and I love all the specificity!
I love this idea! My fantasy & tool box: Romantic body type, Romantic x Classic x Dramatic Essences, Dark Autumn colours, fantasy: 1950s inspired, R&R chic, abstract artist mix high fashion-high glam fashionista. [Motto: Life is a Runway]
Gabrielle! I really enjoy your videos, and especially these ones about finding you own style. I appreciate that you propose exercises and insightful questions to us, so we can apply the knowledge to our own personal situations! You make it fun and with lots of examples, which makes it easier to assimilate.
Anyway, by thinking about this, I have come to terms with my main fantasy: "English University Teacher teaching in Paris," sounds absurd but I'm still working on it 😂
I can see your fantasy and it looks amazing! And thank you for the kind words- that’s exactly my goal so it’s very rewarding to hear it’s coming across 😊
Super satisfying seeing the example of Florence Welch’s completeness in the integration of fantasy with her goals
She’s amazing!
This was such a great video! I would love my summary to be considered!
Kitchener: Natural, Romantic
Kibbe: Soft Natural
Colour Season: Warm Spring
Style Statement: Free & Romantic Intellectual
Fantasy Style Goals: seaside cottage- lovingly restored, antiques and bookseller, overflowing bookshelves, steaming cups of tea, a cozy cat, handmade quilts, lush vibrancy and toastiness of colours after a rainstorm or when beside a wood fire, stained glass leaded windows. Suggestive without being overtly sexy.
Core style memories: Evelyn O’Connoll (the mummy 1999, this is the main one), Marilyn Monroe (specifically and only- Banff national park photoshoot, river of no return casual era).
Outfit ideas: gardening/yardwork, loungewear, casual errands, seasonal work outfits (summer in particular- winter is easier for me)
Added to the list! I love the connection between your fantasy style and some of your outfit needs, I think this would be really fun to explore. Seems like you're already working on some of your "fantasy" day hobbies
Yes, summer. Winter is easier to dress for I think. And for summer, not everything sleeveless!
ooohhh pick me!
Kibbe: Dramatic / FN
Kitchener: Dramatic with a touch of natural
Colour season: bright winter
Fantasy style goals: Tilda Swinton + Iris Apfel with a touch of Stanford Blatch - working artist, trend avoider, bold and colourful. Urban but not city, art galleries not nightclubs, beaches not bars.
Style statement: Striking Creative
Outfit ideas: weekend catchup with friends, working at a creative office, going out to an orchestral concert or play, weekend errand run, art gallery trip.
Please, do more aesthetics in your style videos. I really appreciate your guidance in fitting different fantasy elements into our personal style on a daily basis.
I think this is going to be included in the next video, from everyone's comments they left under this video
I've watched this video many times and I think I will keep watching it. Not because it is hard to understand but because it allows me to enter a truly self-care energy, to reconnect with the inner child and dedicate time to what I like but tend to overlook as I deal with obligations, errands etc. Thank you Gabrielle!!
I’m so glad to hear this! I think that’s so important to do 😊
I always love your practical examples. May I offer my own style parameters:
Kibbe: Flamboyant natural
Essences: classic + dramatic, sprinkle of something more feminine
Colour season: Dark autumn
For the past years my style goal has been "gender bending space pirate" and I still stand by it.
I like combining practical, utilitarian and comfortable attributes with happy nonconformity. I feel drawn to cyberpunk and solarpunk aesthetics in an equal measure as art deco and menswear inspired sharply tailored clothing from the early 20th century.
I need clothes for these activities: Walking the dog, Working from home including video calls, Doctors appointments, Train travel ...and I have a class reunion coming up
PS: I burst out laughing when you mentioned aliens as an almost anti example for an aesthetic. I am that person that is so out there that you thought they wouldn't exist. No no, I'm here. That's why I felt compelled to write here to become one of your future examples.
I love your style goal and have added your parameters to the list! And that's why I mentioned aliens, because I don't want us to feel boxed in or narrowed by our fantasies, but expanded! Thank you for sharing yours with me!
"Gender bending space pirate" sounds amazing!! My best friend recently called me "a cross between forest nymph and a pirate" so maybe we should start a crew 🏴☠️
I am looking forward to the video full of style examples. This concept truly celebrates everybody's uniqueness.
Go forest nymph! We would make for an inspired D&D campaign.
What you are wearing in this video are two of the best looks you ever had😍especially the second picture be suits you perfectly 💕💋
Thank you so much!!
Agree! I couldn't take my eyes of Gabrielle in that blue shirt and with soft red lips. Such a perfect match
Just over halfway when commenting this and see the section about the style you did for a long time but required so much. I had the same with 40s/50s style fashion. I wore it for almost a decade but the amount of effort for me was insane! Hair, make up, undergarments the whole lot to get the look but it always felt like it just wasn't quite right! Still absolutely love it now and admire Miss BeeTownsend who does an amazing job and it suits her so well. For me I find I tend to want to dress vintage when things are tough, that whole trying to get back to past to a supposed easier time. I'm now finding my style fantasy is more like a boho beachy vibe with classic elements - this just becomes a bit tricky in the freezing cold winter we have
Love her ❤️ it sounds like your 40s/50s elements can also resonate with classic essence, so it's a good way to find that balance of relaxed seaside and vintage glamour.
Yes, it required so much mental effort to make those looks feel complete for me. I think coming to a point where you can admire it, love it is wonderful, especially when you find your own style that more authentically speaks to you. I'll always adore Anna Karina and Brigette Bardot, but they just aren't the right style matches for me, different energy. I love that you're exploring boho with classic, that sounds like it could take you in a lot of cool directions!
@@purrgundyyes I agree. The main thing that kinda I struggled with was the curling of my hair to fit the look. I mastered how to do it but it took daily effort as my hair is not naturally curly, it's straight with a wave and super thick so took ages to put in rollers or curl! It was fine before I had children as I had more than 45mins to get ready 😂 but now nope however I absolutely love full skirts and not a fan of straight skirts at all which I can add into my fantasy self but make them midi length and not circle skirts more gathered or tiered and be able to straighten my hair or leave it natural
@@Gabriellearrudadesignthank you! Yes definitely and like you the style icons from those ears are literally nothing like me as I'm tall with vertical and somewhere between a FN and D but with classic/gamine features so I could encompass straight symmetrical long hair with lots of bright colours in beautiful dresses with a good weight to them about midi the full length that can be worn when the weather is sunny and warm or with boots and thick knits in the winter and team some of these with some classic pieces such as smart coats that are extra long 😊
I just wanted to say a big thank you. It's taken me almost all day, but I've just finished the style worksheet but it was worth the time to do it properly, I had my colours analysed a couple of weeks ago, and it was a bit of a surprise - but also, so many things 'suddenly' made sense. Happy to say, I have most of the wardrobe I need already, but I need to edit stuff getting in the way of living my fantasy'. I'm closer than I thought. Now I have a new take on my colours, the workbook and the Pinterest, and tomorrow start editing. I've decided to leave black even though I'm Bright Spring since 'beatnik' is one of my style inspirations. Thank you most of all for being you.
Wow, this is such a meaningful comment to me and I appreciate it so much. I"m so glad that things are starting to click for your style journey and I'm glad you found the worksheets worth the time!! And bright springs can totally pull off some blacks especially for a beatnik inspo!
wow i've recently experienced similar thoughts and it's like the universe have brought me to your video! one of the best fashion advices ever, so underrated!!! keep up the good work 💚
So wonderful! And thank you 🤗
THIS is probably the best guidleine of personal style I've ever encountered! Thank you so much for your unique concepts, deep dives and focus on individuality 💖
Had to comment once more to say that the person who suggested that video is a genius and I'd love to see you make it!
Yes! I plan to do it for the next video!
gaby you look SO GOOD here
Thanks!
Gabrielle, I found you after hitting a low point in my self-confidence and you have given me so much useful information (I just started your workbook!). I would love to be considered for the example video, but no worries if not--you have already helped me find strength through style so much!
Kibbe: Soft Natural
Kitchener: Natural/Gamine/Ingenue (still testing these)
Palette: Soft Summer
Style Statement: Approachable, creative, put-together
Style Fantasy: Hedge witch, androgyny
Outfit needs: work from home, business travel, date night, athletic
This means a lot to me, thank you for sharing!! And I've added this to the list!
This video is perfection! I very much appreciate how much time and effort you put into creating and editing this- I'm sure it was a lot! So grateful to you 💗
Thank you! This is such a thoughtful comment and I'm glad you liked the video!
:o blessed with not only an upload but a podcast!? yessssssssssssss this is awesome
I'm actually really glad you started out with a definition, because I had such the wrong idea when the concept was originally brought up. Glad to see it was way different to what I thought :) also that dark ethereal look at 30:00 or so is killer; really speaks to my vibe personally and I love seeing this combo. I've been gearing up for exploring how to have courage to actually embrace some styles and then mash different concepts together, and then figure out how to make versions that are appropriate for the office, and other events.
Just want to ad one thing though: for the folk who have disabilities, chronic health issues, struggles with wonky mental health and/or otherwise have innate demands on their energy (low spoons) - i'm cheering for you. take care of your needs first, I absolutely believe that you will arrive at the conclusions you need to about style eventually. Give yourself your own timeline for exploring, and definitely pause a little extra if possible to check why you're not inspired to deep-dive on something. These pauses are great chances to explore differences between specific disinterest and depression-induced anhedonia, for example. You got this :)
10000%, I appreciate your note! Taking care of your health and giving yourself space and time is the foundation to which all the other things are built upon. And this is about connecting to yourself in a deep and meaningful way, so if you (or anyone) are not feeling like tackling that, that is ok. It may sound cheesy but I think learning to meet yourself where you are each day is key. I'm glad you liked that outfit, I think sometimes we can self-limit what we think is possible and I definitely encourage you (when you're ready/able) to pursue your own mash up of interests. That's when the uniqueness of you can really come to the surface. Also, hope you enjoy the podcast!!
@@GabriellearrudadesignThank you so much, I truly appreciate it
Yayyyy! Keep it coming! I just found out by being typed that I’m a Soft Natural with classic, romantic and natural essence. I’m an autumn. And I need help ❤❤❤😢
That's a great mix! It will be fun to explore!
This is literally me omg
Congrats on your podcast, Gabby! Glad you’re back!
Thank you!!😊
I really appreciate this video. The level of obsession you're talking about is my natural homeland and you madbe your example of a more out-there fantasy about aliens feel totally welcome. I usually do feel like my interests are more fringe than people making this kind of content are expecting, but in this video I didn't even feel like all the reassurance was needed, I guess because the idea of a fantasy was so centered, or because I'd already been doing these things with my own fantastical fantasies. I always find all the "YOU" and authenticity language unpleasant, because that's not my fantasy!!! but here it feels a lot more welcoming than I'm used to on other channels, like there's more of a real sense that everything is optional if you want it to be/you're not bothered or here to correct people if they do something that isn't "allowed" :) I don't have a history with your own content like that, but the impressive generosity of designing all these different outfits for some of your viewers makes me want to subscribe and come back (whether or not I happen to be one of the the lucky viewers). It makes it seem like you read all the comments, or a lot of them, and listen to your viewers.
Kibbe: FG
Essences: I always saw myself as "gamine body, dramatic face" and thought I had to pick three between ethereal and natural essence, but according to your chart I don't have much dramatic essence at all and would be gamine>ethereal>natural? Could that combo cause a dramatic-like impression? I love flowy boho vibes but recs for anything with natural are often NOT made for my body. I use sleeveless tops and split and asymmetrical skirts to get that look without overwhelming me.
(I am not the best with faces, but to give a comparison, people say I look like Millie Bobby Brown, but I have more of a big wide funky nose)
Color season: soft autumn
Style Statement: sophisticated otherworldly: someone who could be from a different part of space and time, but can be taken seriously, with a dash or more of practicality, not a fun cloud cuckoolander
Fantasy Style Goals: mysterious art deco steampunk
Outfit ideas: date, do-what-I-want hiking :), outdoor winter, indoor winter, office, or anything is fine!
Thank you! I’m glad it resonated with you. And I think it’s great you’ve found your own path and how to apply your deep dives. You’re absolutely right, there aren’t rules! I’ll add your parameters to my list 👍🏻👍🏻
all the stock footage made me feel like I was watching a Neil Breen movie and I mean that in the best way
The crossover fandom I didn't know I needed 😂
Finally!!! I love the idea embracing our fantasy selves vs the mainstream mantra of letting her go. I suspect this is the key many of us have been looking for.
I think our fantasy selves should never be ignored, they are rooted in our most creative selves and embracing that can create a wonderful life and style trajectory
Ever since my chilldhood I have been having three creatures, I identify myself a lot. A butterfly, a cat and a fairy. And since my quest for personal style began, those creatures have influenced my style journey. And in a way, I'm pretty deep there I think. I mean, people already call me a fairy or a kitty (my username might help with that too). But of course, I could go deeper. Maybe after doing those worksheets I have clearer vision of how to go there.
I think these are great inspirations and clearly have deep meaning for you. I'd definitely explore what they mean to you and your style!
Great video! Your content is pretty new for me. I love how you merge lived experience (including the outgrown, first iterations) along with aspirational fantasy. You've put a lot of work into making it possible to build a fluid but coherent look based on deeply felt inspiration. Whatever you do next, I'm interested! PS - edited to add: I plan to develop my personal style on the concept of "lunarpunk" - which fortunately is fairly undefined compared with "solarpunk", and have it work for me as a GenX woman working in economic activism. I think I'm Kibbe Ethereal and Kitchener Romantic. Wish me luck 🌛
I'm so glad it resonated with you! You got this- if it feels undefined now, look at is a challenge to get creative with your own definition of it, and explore the different paths it could take!!
Thank you so much for this video! It was the key that helped me finally unlock and identify my own personal style. All your videos have been so helpful, but this one helped me pull it all together. 😊 I looked at my Pinterest boards that I have been amassing for years and I realized I have 3 stand out themes. I was able to use the venn diagram you suggested to see where they overlap. And .. BAM! It all makes sense. It helped me think about how and why I love what I do and influences from childhood on. I have been putting together outfits from my wardrobe! It has been amazing! Thank you so much! Pure GOLD! ❤
I love this! I’m so glad it helped you connect the dots 🤗
First of all I'm so happy you're back! I love your videos and I watch them multiple times beacuse they're so inspiring and give me such great ideas!😊
I would also be very grateful to be considered in the next video! These are my style parameters:
Kibbe: Flamboyant Gamine
Kitchener: 45% ethereal, 20% gamine, 20% ingenue, 15% natural
Season: winter cool, but I'm not very concerned with this one as long as my outfit is cool or neutral
My aesthetic: I resonate with academia aesthetic and I tend to dress mostly androginous. I often incorporate edgy shoes and more feminine details near my face. I like to describe it as the soul of an alternative archaeologist from the late XIX- early XX century living in the body of a modern student
Fantasy style goals: I would love to incorporate some ethereal vibes to my current style, something Galadriel from Lotr would wear if she was an archaeology university student
Outfits ideas: going to university to attend classes, going to university to work on dusty archaeological materials, going out with my friends and summer outfits (I struggle a lot with building something that doesn't feel boring during this season)
Thank you for your amazing work Gabrielle!❤
That's so nice to hear that you can rewatch them and gain more from the information! And yes, I added you to the list!! Thank you for the kind words
5 minutes in but just wanted to say I'm so excited that you have a podcast! Can't wait to listen to it 😊
Thank you!! I hope you like it!
Loved this! Here is the prompt:Create 3 travel go bags. One for a big city trip(London Paris nyc etc), one for a mountain/ country trip (50-70F weather), one for a work trip (casual). Here are the style parameters: soft natural, dark winter, natural romantic ethereal essences, fantasy world: I live in a sunbaked, hot weather, cute small apartment in a cute walkable city, traveling for work and pleasure, books, intellectual conversations, fun, spontaneity, think travel imagery from 70s 80s.
Btw ive watched this 3 time lol.
Love it!! Added this to the list, I like the concept of creating 3 travel bags
What a beautiful, thoughtful way to present the fashion version of “worker smarter, not harder” and “put your finite energy to that which will produce your best results.”
Someone earlier in the comments requested a tweak on the 5 outfits for “your fantastique life” with a weather seasonal shift, and I think that is a speed bump/hiccup I share.
I’m mostly natural with sprinklings of romantic and ethereal, and taking my summer wardrobe into winter (Gulf Coast winter) gives me … pause. T-shirts are too dressed down, button downs are only for sun protection, and I’m still looking for me in the winter blahs. Now I have a couple more ideas to extend into that search. Thank you Gabrielle.
I feel like the perfect representation of this for me is the show Once. We get to see how all of these very different characters would dress in the real world and all of the styles make sense with the job and life they have in Storybrooke. Also love the channel/podcast!
Oooh I really like your points. As someone with 2 conflicting main interest in style..I really liked the points on expanding on out preferred style and understanding it. Thank you
I ❤ this look on you!
Thank you!
You are the only one who is so helpful about how we can create the perfect wardrobe for us. You are very creative, analytical and always to the point with your advices . This time I'm trying to put my style together using my essence's blend and this seems to work, but only with your guidance. I hope my English could be better, i have so many things to share with you but it's difficult to express them😢.... Kisses Gabby!
You english is wonderful and your kind words mean a lot! Thank you for commenting and sharing this, it's really exciting for me to hear and I hope your style journey continues to blossom!
This is so high quality! Your view of fashion is holistic and knowledgeable! Thank you for sharing!
You are so welcome!
My fantasy self is a vintage glam, 70s sunshine academic. My style parameters are SD body, ingenue/romantic essence with a touch of natural. I’m a bright winter and love wearing bright pink.I need outfits for a Saturday at the library, farmers market and park with my toddler. Then I need something cute to wear to my friends birthday party at a decent restaurant. I feel like I only have nice clothes for work, but not for when I want to enjoy my life and express myself.
Love it!
I love your makeup in this video. It suits you so well. Beautiful lip color.
Thank you! 😊
That intro was amazing! 💜
Thank you! I love making them, they bring me joy haha
This is so fun bc like.. i can see my 10yr old self LOVING this exercise. Having someone say, this is what you like, how can you make it Yours? Just rly sweet, bc we rly Are so limited as adults from having Reality crash down on us every day, saying we can't Have this or that for whatever reason.
YES! I think our childhood selves sometimes had more insight than we give them credit
@@Gabriellearrudadesign They Really Do! Gosh i can only hope wherever im going is somewhere kid me would have fun!!
I am so excited for a 50 minute video!!!! You're a gift 😍
Hope you like it! I hope it's an enjoyable 50 minutes haha
Excellent transitions in your opening.
Thanks! I always like getting creative with intro!
If it's not too late I'd love outfits for walking the dog and playing with a toddler (in the park and at home), going to dinner at friends/families house and date night ❤
Kibbe: flamboyant natural
Kitchener: dramatic, natural, romantic
Colour: true/warm autumn
Dream/goal style: 70s glam mixed with 90s rock
I don't often wear makeup and enjoy no fuss hairstyles.
Your the best! Thanks so much for you content ❤️😍
Omg five new vids in one day! What a treat ❤ I came across your videos recently and no joke - binged every single one!! Been waiting for more since lol. Adore your content!!
I'm so glad you like the videos! Full disclosure though, some of those releases are my new podcast- but I do think that its a great supplement to the fashion journey too!
Excellent video and interesting approach! I have no idea about style or external appearance, but ur teaching is good and I'm learning a lot!
I'd like to have my summary considered (If you want it):
Kibbe: dramatic
Kitchener: not sure, probably ethereal
Color season: bright spring
Style statement: antiquity polish effortless
Fantasy style goals: "Edwardian era", "cold-blooded vibe", "effortless chic", "dark-distant forest"
Outfit ideas: career (traditional field), weekend in a big or small city
I have to say that your style advises, perpectives are another level!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Thank you!
I would so so love to be considered for this and thank for all your hard work!
Kibbe: Theatrical Romantic
Essences: Ingenue, Romantic, Ethereal
Color Season: Winter
Style Statement/ 3 key words: Feminine, simple, dreamy
Fantasy Style Goals: 1960s ballerina, English country house, French girl, French new wave, fairy, Audrey Hepburn
Outfit ideas to choose from: I have two young daughters and I teach Performing Arts and I was my clothes to be comfy but inspiring and polished. An outfit to teach Performing Arts and then pick my daughters up and take them to a cafe to eat endless slices of cake and drink a pot of tea and read books together.
Added! Love the fantasy style and outfit needs!
This is my favorite video so far, and I have loved them all. You have such a gift for what you do Gabrielle! I’d be honored to be chosen for this exercise ☺️
Kibbe: FN
Essences: Natural and ethereal…still figuring out a third essence but I think it’s a kiss of dramatic
Color season: True Autumn
Style statement: warm, feminine, effortless
Style parameters: comfortable, versatile, fashionable
Fantasy style: 70s folk singer/songwriter + earth goddess + world traveler
She’s a creative and feels best when she’s at home, which is cozy, full of light, and has views of nature and water. She spends her days writing, singing, listening to music, cooking, and caring for her family. When she isn’t home she enjoys exploring museums, seeing concerts, or traveling (preferring beachy destinations). She is independent and loves her freedom but is also strongly family oriented.
Outfit needs: brunch with friends, casual errands, summer vacation with lots of walking and exploring
Thank you so much, it means a lot!! I've added this to the list!
You look AMAZING in the library: the makeup was en pointe!
I find the style videos where you suggest outfits to fit occasions, colour palettes, and essences etc. to be both interesting and helpful. Please keep doing those. I don't know if my style fantasy is a fairy tale but I want to dress like I'm a successful World travelling artist who paints on location, art journals, and writes for a living (even though I'm retired). Now I'm going to download the worksheets and see if it actually works for me....
That is some helpful food for thought - as always :) I do like the long format a lot, btw, I think you manage to keep a good balance between necessary detail and not going too overboard (and no need for speedups, imho ;) ).
If you'd like to consider them for your upcoming video, here are my parameters:
Kibbe: FN
Kitchener: mainly dramatic and natural, with more dramatic
Colour Season: Winter (I'm unsure of the subtype, but probably True)
Style Statement: Practical, Approachable Edge/Grown-up Metalhead
Fantasy Life: she is the herbal witch/healer/wise woman of a small village, tending to her garden, the people and her animals, wandering the woods, observing the constellations, regularly conversing with the mages and witches in nearby settlements. She is serene but a force to be reconned with. All somewhat subtle, think Earthsea and the Avalon books.
More realistic fantasy: we have our own property in a village near the cities we work in, the kids are a little older, I have time to work in our garden, maybe we even have a few chickens. I still work as a data scientist/researcher, but maybe have switched employers to someone closer to industry/actually getting helpful things on the market. I still continue to fit some BJJ and reading/knitting/sewing/something creatively craftsy into the mix.
Simone Simons is a huge inspiration for me when it comes to translating "edge" to "everyday" although we be quite different parameters/tastes.
I'd like to see outfits for playground with little kids (4 and 1,5) that allow me to climb/run/jump around (I can climb in most dresses I want to add), office look (data scientist, no real dress code, but I try to aim for smart casual) and/or date look that has some sexiness/sensuality without leaning (overly) romantic or having a lot of cleavage (annoys me on dates)
Best wishes and looking forward to your next video (regardless of being featured or not, I really just am looking forward to it because I find the format so helpful) , Kate
Thank you! I'm still trying to come to terms with the long videos and not boring people, so this is a nice reminder! I've added yours to the list, I think your outfits needs could be really fun to explore with your parameters. Your thoughtful words are really appreciated ☺️
Thank you!
I loved that format at the end
I think the next video will do something similar!
You take the problems I have and make them feel solvable!!!!!
I’m so happy to hear that 😊
Oooh I loved this Gabby. Each video of yours is like a course, I'm also a member of your course but yet to explore it fully. My Fantasy Style is Angelic (Spiritual) Guide, fully Self Employed who works from home and films Spiritual videos in nature, but I'm also an opera singer. I'm brown (Indian, if that matters) and my Kitchener essences are Classic, Ingenue and Romantic (probably some gamine in there too). Body type is Theatrical Romantic. Colour season: Bright Winter. I love wearing dresses and the combination of track pants or loose haroum style pants with a soft cropped blazer and heels. I also wear ethnic Indian clothing. I'd love to live somewhere that's full of nature but is a city where I can still perform as an opera singer. 5 Situations: Exploring nature and filming in a nature spot there, Taking online sessions at home, Leading a Spirituality workshop, Rehearsing or performing opera, Chilling at home with my man and my cat.
Beautiful exploration into the perfect day; I've added to the list! And thank you!
@@Gabriellearrudadesign wow ! Looking forward to it :)))
I love how passionate you are about all of this, and I feel like I really connect with your way of thinking! These kind of videos feel super special.
My style parameters might be: kibbe - soft natural, natural & classic essence, soft autumn color season. I'd describe my dream style as relaxed & feminine with a little bit of edge. "Movie director chic"
So glad it connects with how you think too! I've added this to my list!
@@Gabriellearrudadesign oh no the comment left out the ending, which was outfit ideas for working in a casual yet creative environment, toddler mom activities, lounging in the house, meeting friends for coffee & dinner. Thanks!
Gaby!!! You are a genius. I want so much success for you! I hope you get that European property!!!
It's funny, around the time I did my personal style map following your advice, I had a similar eureka of "oh this one specific thing is the nexus of all my disparate interests", *and* had a similar experience of realizing an adjacent style i loved a lot was one that took a lot of work for me to achieve and i didn't really like how i looked when i wore it. But also i recently rewatched a formative music video from my college years that made me originally want to get into white dresses, and realized that "get into white dresses" has been a style goal for me every spring/summer for *fifteen years* without me making any headway.
I'm not entirely through the video yet so maybe you address this but i have come to feel that your personal style forces you to re-evaluate your self-image. I think in some ways, i pursued the uncomfortable style (while neglecting style basics i love more and are more "me") because I don't like myself very much, so i have to grapple with that and the effect it has on my bad shopping habits. Taking the long road to coming to the same conclusions everyone else has come to already about how we overconsume because capitalism makes us think we can solve our psychological issues with material goods.
I actually need to refine my personal style map but checking things i'm interested in against my map, the term i used to describe my dream style (i fell in love with your phrase "free beauty" and was trying to come up with something that similarly summed up the whole vibe - mine is "undercover princess" which is a lot less grand sounding but it is inspiring for me/makes sense in context), and the three words i have on the map, remains one of the most useful ways to keep my style in the forefront of my mind when i need to shop. So I am looking forward to doing your fantasy style worksheets in concordance with redoing my style map!
Thank you so much for the kind words, they really mean a lot to me! And I absolutely agree our connection to self-image has a huge impact on personal style and how we use our styles. It's so cool that you made the connection to "get into white dresses" and saw the roots of the inspiration and how it was a natural style progression (but realizing that make it even more prominent!). Undercover Princess sounds amazing, I love it! I hope you like these new worksheets and they can help you find that future fantasy direction!!
Thank you, Gabby! This was such an interesting and exciting video. My fantasies are Pre Raphaelite painting, Stevie Nicks, and the film Picnic at Hanging Rock. Making a Venn diagram of these is going to be illuminating! I’m really keen to check out your Podcast, too.
Oh, that venn diagram sounds so cool already! I hope you share how it goes, because I think the intersections could be beautiful! And, I hope you enjoy the podcast😊
Great video, I like your point of view with a strong romanticization and emotional connection to choose our clothes because it brings a more enchanted side to our daily lives (sorry for my english🥲) ❤
Your english is great! And I'm glad you liked that concept
Dear amazing Gaby! This has been the best and at the same time most holistic video on style I have ever watched! I went through it twice and sent it to my girl-friends! I'm a hynotherapist and work with the future self concept and your ideas made my view more holistic, fun and tangible. Thank you so much for your thoughtful, deep and precious work in the captivating field of style and fashion! Hugs from Zurich, Switzerland! 🤗❤💫
Your makeup and outfit looks so beautiful and harmonious!
Thank you so much!!
Video suggestion: How do you go shopping when you have a distinct taste but also genuinely need to build a wardrobe up in a shorter time span? I don't want to waste money on clothing I don't like but a lot of my clothing is from high school and is quickly becoming unwearable.
I can definitely try to add some content around this! I have a podcast episode all about building good shopping habits that might be helpful. And you might want to check out the closet audit video to see where you might have some wardrobe gaps you need to prioritize
Oh I love the videos where you work through real world examples. I’m currently working through so much of your personal style building content and activities and recently created a mind-map/flowchart of what has influenced my French girl / coastal grandmother meets resortwear / classic casual style🩵
Kibbe: Soft Classic
Kitchener: Classic, Natural & Yin (Romantic/Ingenue)
Colour Season: Soft Summer (my palette is all blues, whites, taupe, grey, charcoal, seafoam and raspberry)
Style Statement: timeless, feminine, dreamy
Fantasy Style/Life: is the year split between homes in Australia and the Mediterranean 🌊 Elegant yet comfortable coastal vibes for small towns and cities. Classic pieces with texture and feminine details. Also, I run cold so clothes/layering in natural fibres is important.
Outfit #1: brunch and markets on weekends,
Outfit #2: date nights at restaurants and bars,
Outfit #3: office outfits
Oh the flowchart sounds like a great idea, hope it helps you sort it all out! I think the real world examples will be next, and I've added yours to the list
I love your deep dives and how intentional you are in your videos. This reminds me so much of Uta Hagen's 9 questions for actors.
p.s. talk away please don't feel like you have to fast forward over yourself because you're "talking too much". I've learned so much from you, thank you!
I need to keep reminding myself of this, thank you! I haven't heard of that process for actors, but I'm totally going to look it up!
I love your entire look in this the red nailpolish, t shirt, hair, makeup- was perfect!
Thank you so much 😀
Yayyy some new content! Perfect timing because I planned on buying a whole new wardrobe over the next few months. I was supposed to order some clothes today but I felt like I needed to really narrow down what my dream closet looks like. Literally perfect timing.
You look amazing btw 😍 loving the red lip!!
Thank you! And I hope this helps guide you on clarifying your wardrobe direction!!
I would also like to be considered for your next video 😇
Kibbe: Dramatic classic
Essences: classic + dramatic+ a little bit of ingenue
Season: winter
My aesthetic: Lucius Malfoy + Eva Green vibes, but in the modern days)
I would describe my future wardrobe as: casually regal and defined, with a hint of dark queen vibes. But like I didn`t put much effort into it.
Outfit ideas:
1. potential outfit for a summer outdoor music festival. I attend one or two almost every year and really struggle with this.
2. work from home outfits
3. Weekend with a branch and a later visit to a local food market. Gotta get those groceries)
Thank you!
Love this, really got me thinking ❤
I love examples and when you to sample outfits! This is super helpful!
The next video will be this! 👍🏻
@@Gabriellearrudadesign fantastic!! Another note of appreciation: your videos are really good. I love how they are long, super planned out, with lots of image examples. And you are the only YT creator from whom I actually try out their tips and ideas. And as you said in this video, there is a huge difference in a style/character crush or something that has always been there. I just did my Venn diagram today :)
Eines der besten Videos von Gabrielle, vielleicht sogar das beste...und es gibt viele ! Danke und frohe Ostern❤
Happy Easter to you too! And thank you for the kinds words 😊
This video was amazing!!! I love your deep dives!! I'd love to be considered for a later video about building outfits. My style parameters are: soft autumn, NCD essence, Kibbe and I don't get on very well but I'm between Flamboyant Natural and Dramatic Classic, my fantasy style is Friendly Neighborhood Witch and I'd love outfits for 1. WFH/SAHM-ing (never on camera) 2. Parent teacher conferences 3. Date night 4. 10 hour day with the kids outside in July (so sweaty, lots of running after children) 5. Easter brunch with conservative family (lol)
Friendly Neighborhood Witch is a great concept! I've added this to the list
Thank you!!@@Gabriellearrudadesign
SOOO happy for a new video 🖤 I would love to be considered & see what you come up with!
Kibbe: Flamboyant Natural
Essences: Natural, Dramatic, Romantic
Colour season: Dark Summer (using 16)
Style adjectives: Relaxed, Edgy, Free
Fantasy style: “Rockstar girlfriend” (hate the name), kinda grunge, touch of Kate Moss
(I’m also working on other fantasies such as boho meets witch in the woods with touch of ethereal style & a general sense of 70s (including men’s) style)
Situations: job interview, date night, hang out with friends, active wear, wedding (guest)
I just want to say thank you for all the effort you put into these videos- the scripting and editing must take FOREVER, and it’s so creative and fun. Thank you 🧝🏽♀️⚡️
Thank you so much for making this video. I always find your videos so helpful and really appreciate how thorough you make them - it's obvious you put so much work into your content ❤
I really love the video ideas you suggested and would like to be considered if you're still adding to your list 😊
My parameters are true summer, soft classic, with ethereal, classic, and natural essences. I tend to lean a bit delicate, minimal, and slightly casual in my outfits.
My fantasy is a lotr elf noble woman who is also a dancer and watercolour artist, who lives in the forest surrounded by animals.
The situations I'd like outfits for would be:
1. Office work (polished/smart but not super formal)
2. Walks in the countryside/volunteering with animals
3. Lounging at home
4. Meeting friends for coffee/lunch
5. Dance classes
I have an extra one too if it's ok to ask 😅 I live in the UK but am hopefullyyy going to Hawaii for 2 weeks this summer 🤞🤞. I'm very pale and burn instantly in the sun, so while no amount of styling will ever make me look like I belong on a tropical island, I'd be really grateful for any advice on dressing in a way that still feels authentic to me in a completely different climate than I'm used to.
Thanks again Gabi and I look forward to listening to your podcast!
My fantasy would be living in a stone cottage in the Scottish Highlands. I would own chickens, sheep, ducks, goats, and dogs. I am not much of a gardener though and imagine myself taking care of animals more than growing things- lol.
Kibbe: Dramatic Classic
Essences: Classic, Natural
I am an elementary school teacher so I need functional work outfits that I can easily move around in. I also need outfits for walking the dog and running errands/shopping.
Thank you! added to the list!
I would like to be considered!
Kibbe: flamboyant gamine w wider shoulders (like Tina turner)
Essence: classic 60%, gamine 25%, natural 15%
Color season: bright spring with high contrast, but I only wear a few colors usually (black, ivory, coral, burgundy, lavender/lilac, turquoise, British racing green, gold, nude/beige for shoes/purse sometimes)
Style statement: QE II in 1950s-1960s, Blair Waldorf and Jenny Humphrey from Gossip Girl (upper east side/1950s+black leather skirt/shorts: I’m having trouble combining these two)
Outfit situations: errands with a toddler, going to the gym, lounging/cooking at home
dresses/skirt outfits: church, all day family outing ending in a nice dinner during summer vacation
I love your content and also reacently bought your workbook :)
I would also love to be considered.
Kibbe: Soft Classic
Essences: I think mostly classic, gamine
Color Season: Bright/ Clear Winter
Style Statement: Classic, comfortable, self-confident with a touch of rock n roll chic
Fantasy Style Goals: Relaxed, childfree, effortless and kind of Grace Kelly vibe but also living in the countryside with a vergetable garden
Outfit ideas to choose from: working from home, meeting friends in town, office day, doing errands, datenight
Thank you! I hope you're enjoying the workbook so far and I added your parameters to the list!