by Clothes to Good (C2G) STYLING

Dress for Power Style Tips

Iremember considering leaving my job at the beginning of the year. My husband and I both had Covid just as 2021 started. I walked around in my garden, planted new seeds, spent a lot of time playing on the floor with my girls and even more time in bed resting. Being infected with the virus that has turned the whole world upside down suddenly put so many things into perspective for me.

The idea of ‘fashion’ and ‘trends’ and ‘wear-this-not-that’ just seemed so...pointless.

I’m sure I’m not the only woman that has felt like that in the past year! Working from home and traveling less has not only changed our habits (anyone bake a banana bread recently?) but also affected the way we dress. We went from having a reason to groom ourselves every morning to staying in our pajamas until 5pm. Don’t get me wrong - I love a chill-day! But there is a definite correlation between the way we dress and how we feel. It is for this reason that I’ve experienced such a spark in my heart regarding what I do - I teach women how to buy and style the items in their wardrobe in a way that gives meaning.

Seeing women walking out more confident and secure than they walked in has been such an encouragement to me.

Many entrepreneurs have had to pivot their businesses and adapt their offering due to the changes Covid has brought on. I myself changed my in-person sessions to virtual styling sessions purely out of necessity and today it’s one of the most successful areas of my business! We have been challenged by external factors, forcing us to show up and be more creative.

You might find your financial position changed. You might be more aware of which items of clothing you buy and how they have been made. Items in your wardrobe that previously enjoyed much attention are now gathering dust.

Even now, even here, I am here to tell you that what you wear matters.

In my opinion, we are moving into a time where short-lived fashion trends are becoming less important. Trendforecasters and designers alike are gravitating towards sustainability and practicality. If the history of fashion has taught us anything it is that fashions change as a direct result of socio- and economic factors. The rise of Covid has seen people spend more time at home, recycling their wardrobes and making the most of their belongings.

In the midst of all this we still launch and we continue to challenge. I believe in the power of dress and maintain that the right outfit can give you the confidence to conquer any mountain!

I know y’all aren’t going to let me off the hook if I don’t give you some concrete fashion tips.

Here are my current fashion favourites that you can add to your existing wardrobe:

– The oversized collar – Gingham- anything and everything Gingham just brings me so much joy at the moment! – Fancy masks- these bad boys aren’t going anywhere soon, we might as well make a statement with it – Sets- the 90’s trend is here to stay. Whether you’re into something more creative or tend to opt for something less extravagant there is a set for every kind of girl.

Remember adding small accessories and a few key pieces to your collection can completely transform your wardrobe and give you the style and confidence you’ve always wanted!