If you were to ask about my style a year ago, I would be at a loss of words because for a long time it was a mixture of everything. But now, it's a different story.
My current aesthetic aspires to draw confidence from modest simplicity and divine femininity. My wardrobe is filled with effortless pieces that have a vintage appeal because they are made from natural fabrics and are crafted with a conscience.
Basically, my style is all about bringing back the ease and chic of feminine-inspired silhouettes.
Like this charming floral knee-length dress. It features a fitted waist, a flared skirt, and back ties for fastening.
My weirdest reason for loving floral dresses such as this, is that it leads to better connections with people. It's not the best of reasons, but it's one I encounter a lot. For whatever reason, I get a lot more smiles and friendly vibes from people when I'm in one of my feminine dresses than I do in just about anything else. The days that I wear dresses, I will get at least one compliment from a stranger. I have even had small girls stop their mothers so they can compliment me.
On the other hand, the days I'm out in anything else? Generally, nada. Maybe it's because people are sick of grocery stores full of jeans and yoga pants, or maybe because women in dresses are more approachable. I don't know. Whatever it is, though, a pretty dress seems to just make people happy.
My style may fluctuate based on my mood, the weather and where I am in my laundry cycle, but the most important thing I would like to always come through is my aspiration to embody my faith and values.
In this hyper-sexualized society, I choose a way of dressing that empowers me and gives me the opportunity to effortlessly exist in spaces where I thrive.
So my modest feminine style is not about obeying an unspoken rule about how I should dress as a married woman because although I favor the long hems and high necklines, I do not shy away from plunging necklines or that provocative lace number in the comfort of my home. Or on date night. I just don't feel that the internet or the people I encounter everyday are deserving of that part of me.
I hope this inspires you to have a little think about your style, and perhaps maybe start to honour how you truly wish to present yourself to the world. Stay inspired. Try something new. Find your style.
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