Sophisticated Sensuality

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22. Student of Classics. Future teacher of Latin. This is a blog about the development of my Style Statement, and everything that is part of my journey. This probably means I'll add pictures that I think capture it, as well as pictures of myself in outfits/hairstyles I'm proud of in order to catalogue my progression. I have an ask me anything button for a reason, feel free <3 -Style Statement- is a book that helps you discover your core self, and then in turn style your life to reflect it. You fill out a bunch of thought-provoking questions, learn about yourself and pinpoint some recurring themes in your life. At the end of the book, you come up with two adjectives that perfectly defines your true self. The first word is the 80% of you that could be called your “core”, the second is the 20% that gives you a “creative edge” or sets you apart. After months of self discovery, my style statement is perfectly defined as: *Sophisticated Sensuality* Sophisticated is always wanting to know more. Voracious and eclectic readers, they thrive on learning. Novels and history allow them to maintain a balance between the then and now. Never hoarding their findings, Sophisticated loves to teach and share. When it comes to dress, Sophisticated loves that which never goes out of style: the little black dress, pearls, the hourglass silhouette. They draw their inspiration from decades and centuries past and reinvent it to their own time and tastes. Sensuality is the ability to draw strength and pleasure from aesthetic experience. They crave beauty and challenge themselves to find and create it in the world around them. Innately connected to the physicality of life, it is all about cooking good food, decorating their living space, or just dancing the dance of life. Sensuality heals through calm, yet delights in energy. Fully engrosed in every shade of being, Sensuality is dramatic yet introspective. Hot baths, sunny days and comfortable beds are enough to make this simple creature content. Feeling in touch with themselves is key for them to be able to live up to their full potential. As for style, it is all about a balance between beauty and comfort: silk, cotton, lace and old tee shirts define a developed yet relaxed sense of style. The combination: High waisted skirts showing off the legs, matched with tee shirts that give clues to the lighter/nerdier/intellectual side of my character, I want to be able to express my inner and outer beauty. Sophisticated Sensuality lives both in the mind and the body; I feel stifled when forced to abandon one side for the other. My most dressed down public outfit is still more put together than most. I love pairing more reserved blouses with shorter, flirtier skirts. I like to dress “classy” but not appear a shrew. I’m a sexual, intellectual being, and I want it to show. I encourage you to get your own copy of Style Statement and rediscover yourself and reinvent your life <3

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June 2, 2012

Dress and shoes from Forever 21

I think you can say I’m way too in love with them this Spring…but I can’t help that Urban Outfitters has gone into another frump-slump!

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May 25, 2012