Day 4 - What is the Narrative of the Outfit?
Channeling hot sunny days spent lounging at the pool or beach.
May 23rd, 2024
When I’m constructing my outfit the night before work or the morning of, I always ask myself how I want to feel wearing the outfit. Do I want to feel powerful and in command of room for a big meeting I’m leading? Do I want to feel edgy and stand out to show my individuality? Do I want to feel relaxed and comfortable to quickly change out of sweaty clothes after a walk to Barre class in 100 degree heat?
No matter the setting, I create a narrative about who the person is that’s wearing the clothes I put on. Think of them as characters or alternate versions of myself that I can swap out in different situations. Corporate me wouldn’t thrive in a blazer and heels at a two-step bar. On the flip side, boho me probably should stay on the meditation pillow rather than attending my annual review with my manager. Dressing according to the situation can be a way to boost your confidence and adapt to your environment. A sort of fashion/situation chameleon. Who is this person? What do they like to do on the weekends? Would they prefer waffles or pancakes? Being intentional about the choices I make with the things I wear can feel overwhelming at times (like when I’m running late and still haven’t decided what to wear) but it can provide endless possibilities for creating something new.
I don’t quite think of it as cosplaying but rather think of the narratives as different skillsets or powers that can help me. Do you recall in The Matrix when they upload Kung Fu to Neo’s mind to make him better at fighting? I like to think of uploading confidence in public speaking to my mind when I put on a suit.
