YOUR PERSONAL STYLE BOOKLET & JOURNAL inside & out
WHAT’S INSIDE This was designed to be a book that can be opened at any page and still bring joy. While these page numbers listed introduce each section, each type of page is repeatedly sprinkled throughout the booklet. This way you’ll see the style of each section and be able to find it again! The only sections that stand alone are the last three since they cover specific topics.
today in the life / 4
one-page journal entry pages one-liners / 8
mini quiz-style journal spaces two’s a crowd / 12
activities for pairs or groups color / 16
an introduction to color theory style tips / 24
basic fashion rules & guides quotes / 32
inspiration for the everyday
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sources
http://www.colormatters. com/color-and-design/ basic-color-theory https://www. smashingmagazine. com/2010/01/color-theoryfor-designers-part-1the-meaning-of-color/ http://myclothinghelper. com/color-matching101-make-great-clothingmatches-by-understandingcolor-theory/ http://www. thechicfashionista.com/ color-theory.html http://thestylenote. com/2013/04/09/styling101-color-combinations/ http://www.thefashionspot. com/style-trends/177555color-theory-learnwhich-colors-lookbest-your-skin-tone/ https://www. goodreads.com/ author/quotes/7145613. Nayyirah_Waheed http://www.values.com/ inspirational-quotes/7164gratitude-unlocks-thefullness-of-life-it https://www.instagram. com/wynwileyphoto/ http://www. shannaskidmore.com/
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introduction DATE:
What’s one thing everyone knows about you?
Favorite thing that happened last week?
Birthday: Full name: Preferred nickname:
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dreams DATE:
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be?
What’s the biggest compliment you’ve ever received?
Who’s someone you love to adventure with and why?
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loved ones DATE:
Who makes up your immediate family?
What was your biggest challenge with family?
What’s your favorite thing about your immediate family?
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PICK ONE FROM EACH OF THE TWO COLUMNS THAT YOU LOVE BEST! For even more fun, quiz someone else!
Been to Europe
Been to South America
Handwritten letters
Phone calls
Classical music and concerts
Oldies and dancing
Ethnic, spicy foods
Burgers, fries, and a shake
Dinner & a movie
Outdoor walk and a picnic
Bright jewel tones
Muted, natural hues
Coffee
Tea
Theater
Sports games
Large group parties
One-onone time
Antique local markets
Large department stores
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TRY THIS EVERY DAY FOR A WEEK! check each box mon-fri Smile at someone today. Take 30 minutes to read. Smell the flowers outside. Thank someone from the heart. Listen to your favorite song. Share a meal with others. Treat yourself to a small dessert. Give a gift to someone else. Practice vulnerability. Listen to someone else. Sleep in a little without guilt. Try something completely new! Write down one goal for the week.
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WORD OF THE DAY. Blue box is for the date. Write a word to remember it by!
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WRITE YOUR OWN QUESTIONS! Record short prompts here to ask others.
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GET TO KNOW YOU. Record everyone’s answers here & on the next page!
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A NEW FRIENDLY FACE. Answers continued from previous page.
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COLOR OVERVIEW
color wheel
basic color PRIMARY COLORS:
overview
Red, yellow and blue.
Green, orange and purple from mixing primary colors.
SECONDARY COLORS:
Yellow-orange, red-orange, red-purple, blue-purple, blue-green & TERTIARY COLORS:
yellow-green from mixing secondary colors.
The more natural or derived from nature the colors, the more flattering they are. Think about the color patterns you see in the natural world. We’ll discuss color names, combinations, and have space to journal about your relationship to color.
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warm
cool
red
green
Red is best as an accent because of its high energy. It can be classy, minimal, drastic, dangerous, and glamorous.
Green almost always signifies growth, calm, and renewal. Green is balancing because it still is energetic, like yellow.
orange
blue
Orange is often an energetic color of fall, with beautiful muted shades. It can symbolize energy with friendliness.
Blue is traditional, trustworthy, and the coolest of all the cool colors. Blue can vary greatly depending on its undertones.
yellow
purple
This is the brightest of the warm colors, full of life and cheerfulness. However, it can feel blinding if it is overdone.
Besides the obvious connection to royalty, purple can vary from romantic shades to a more traditional tone.
selected neutrals
black
white
Black has two sides: powerful elegance and dark mystery. When used appropriately it is one of the most universally flattering colors.
White is a very pure color, but can also seem devoid of feeling. It works well paired intentionally with accent colors.
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FAVORITE COLOR COMBINATIONS
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all about you DATE:
What colors make you feel alive?
Has anyone ever told you they loved a color on you?
What colors make you feel less than excited about life?
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COLOR DEFINITIONS Hues
The actual color and color underneath — some blues have green hues, yellows have red hues, etc.
Value
The lightness or darkness of a color.
Chroma
The intensity of a color / saturation
Tint
hue + white
Shade
hue + black
combining colors
analygous
complementary
monochromatic
When you look at the color wheel, these are colors near each other, such as red and orange, green and blue, or yellow and green. These colors are naturally gentle and are a safe bet to match no matter when.
These colors are directly opposite of each other on the color wheel. They are often associated with high energy & contrast, because they almost vibrate when directly next to each other.
These are (as the name suggests with “chroma” in it) colors with the same hue but different amounts of saturation/intensity. These ALWAYS match well!
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TIP #1
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TIPS TO KEEP IN MIND introduction This is just a general overview of style rules that can be applied to anyone. So many “fashion rules” exist that it can easily be very overwhelming to try to dress at all. Fashion rules should never be so restrictive that they completely discourage creative, out-of-thebox experimentation and any kind of selfexpression. They are only there to accentuate and give direction to best communicate without distraction. One thing always remains: the best thing anyone can wear is confidence, a smile, and a friendly demeanor.
That can cover over anything anyone will say is a “fashion sin,” and yet no perfect outfit can erase memories of someone who’s not comfortable in their own skin. That is why rule #1 is to dress for yourself. Everything you wear is a way to show off what you love, how you think about the world, and what makes you unique. If it becomes a comparison game, all the joy of discovering your own humanity and communicating with others fades away.
a few “rules” to remember
• Find your underlying skin tone • Match cool tones with cool skin • Match warm tones with earthy colors • Wear flattering clothing • Choose clothing that’s not too tight or too loose • Pair patterns with solid colors
• Avoid wearing overly similar colors together, like navy and black • Limit each outfit to just 1-2 standout colors • Choose timeless over trendy pieces. • Always dress up if you’re in doubt! • Simplicity wins above all and can add elegance to anything.
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TIP #2
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PERSONAL STYLE INVENTORY time to write your favorites
Colors
Prints
Skin tone
Shades
Shape
Fit
Style
Shoes
Patterns
Jewelry
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TAKE A FAVORITE COLOR SURVEY! count group tallies in the boxes!
Try this with a friend and compare results. The best part is getting to meet a new face!
blue
green
red
pink
yellow
orange
magenta
purple
gray
black
white
none
2+ faves
pastels
neutrals
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- Nayyirah Waheed
IT IS BEING
ABOUT MY PAIN THAT MAKES ME
day of thanksgiving DATE:
List 100 things you are thankful for below, and keep adding daily!
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WHAT YOU HAVE INTO ENOUGH
GRATITUDE TURNS
LOVE & APPRECIATION List five friends’ names in the top boxes and things that you love about them in blue, and take time this week to encourage them personally!
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FAVORITE SAYINGS collect quotes from your friends to keep here!
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ALL YOU HAVE TO DO
IS BEAT YESTERDAY