Should you buy duplicate wardrobe staple pieces? Most stylists say no, but I'm making the strategic case for why buying multiples of what truly works might be the smartest wardrobe move you're not making.

In this episode, I share why the "every piece must be a hero" mentality creates wardrobe bottlenecks, explore the personality factors that influence duplicate-buying decisions, and give you a simple framework for deciding what's worth duplicating in your closet.

Plus, I'll tell you about my husband's evolution from Eddie Bauer variety-seeker to his signature "dandruff black" tee uniform during COVID - and why it was brilliant, not boring.

If you've ever found the perfect piece and wished you had bought more, this episode is for you.

Grab the workbook: The Wardrobe Pyramid and discover what clothes you really need for your lifestyle.

Let's connect!

Take the style personality quiz: What's Your Style Personality? Take the quiz here!

Download my Guide to Design Psychology.

Learn about the Essential Signature Style Guide.

Are you a DIYer? Grab the workbook: The Wardrobe Pyramid and discover what clothes you really need for your lifestyle.

Want to learn more about how to discover your Style DNA? Visit my website.

To suggest a podcast topic, send email to hello@signaturestylesystems.com.

There's a more direct way to create the effect you want with your style than strategically planning it. (Spoiler: it involves being yourself.) In this episode, I share how a realtor instantly read my personality type from a simple outfit, and what that taught me about why conventional styling wisdom gets it backwards. We explore how DISC types could dress strategically, but discover a more direct path to the same outcome. The most effective way to communicate through personality and style is simply to stop hiding who you actually are.

Download my Guide to Design Psychology.

Learn about the Essential Signature Style Guide.

Let's connect!

Take the style personality quiz: What's Your Style Personality? Take the quiz here!

Are you a DIYer? Grab the workbook: The Wardrobe Pyramid and discover what clothes you really need for your lifestyle.

Want to learn more about how to discover your Style DNA? Visit my website.

To suggest a podcast topic, send email to hello@signaturestylesystems.com.

Have you ever wondered if Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs applies to clothes?

In this episode, I break down the five levels of style psychology:

• Level 1: Not being naked (basic coverage)
• Level 2: Feeling relaxed (comfort-focused)
• Level 3: Affiliation and belonging (fitting in)
• Level 4: Looking put together (competence)
• Level 5: Authentic self-expression

Most people get stuck at level 3, trying to fit in with their social group. Most people come to me wanting to look competent and professional. But deep inside, we all really want to look like ourselves.

I share my personal story about dressing as a homeless person for a university project and why it was one of the worst days of my life. Plus, I give you a 10-point competency checklist to help you nail level 4 while moving toward authentic self-expression.

Understanding the five levels of style psychology helps you move beyond just looking competent to truly expressing who you are.

Download my Guide to Design Psychology.

Learn about the Essential Signature Style Guide.

#StylePsychology #PersonalStyle #AuthenticStyle #StyleStrategy

Let's connect!

Take the style personality quiz: What's Your Style Personality? Take the quiz here!

Are you a DIYer? Grab the workbook: The Wardrobe Pyramid and discover what clothes you really need for your lifestyle.

Want to learn more about how to discover your Style DNA? Visit my website.

To suggest a podcast topic, send email to hello@signaturestylesystems.com.