Now that I am getting older I am realising that things are changing in so many aspects of my life however, one big change is coming in terms of my style and I need to start listening to my head when it comes to my style now as it is telling me it is time to move on from what I currently wear and try something different. At the moment I am not enjoying my wardrobe 99% of the time which in turn is making getting ready a real struggle. I think that not liking my wardrobe is a real sign of me growing up and changing the direction of my life to be honest as the graphic t-shirts just aren't doing it for me anymore. 

Getting ready on a morning is just one big struggle as I can never find anything to wear as I don't want to be going to work in graphic t-shirts daily, I want to look a lot smarter. Not having things to wear is also resulting in me going out with 0 confidence as the clothing isn't cutting it and I feel I am going out looking lazy etc and it is about time that changed at long last. 

I want to be able to go out and feel good in my clothing once again and this is what I am going to keep in mind and aim for whilst I am out shopping for new pieces. Granted whilst I am wanting to improve my wardrobe and find that perfect style I am also going to be mindful of my weight loss journey, with my size hopefully changing a lot in the near future I don't want to be spending a fortune on clothing for it not to fit properly a few months down the line. Also I don't want to be spending a fortune if the style doesn't actually work for me which is also why I won't be throwing out all my current clothing straight away, I need to work out what works for me and what doesn't, imagine getting rid of everything and then feeling worse in the clothing I bought to fill the gaps.

So with all that being said it is definitely going to be a journey for me to find that style that just works right for me and gives me that confidence back at long last. So here are the kind of things you can expect from me on here and on my social media accounts...

Showcasing new in pieces

There is obviously going to be a fair bit of shopping involved in this journey as I aim to build my perfect wardrobe so you can expect plenty of new pieces showcased on here and over on my social media accounts. This might be new clothing, new accessories or shoes but I can guarantee now each purchase will help with the journey rather than being a waste of money.

Sharing how I feel in different outfits etc

This might be more over on social media however, I will be sharing how I feel in different styles/outfits as this will show what is working for me and what isn't working. I am hoping I will be able to say each outfit on this journey builds my confidence a little bit more however, I guess only time will tell. Doing this should also help me decide what to get rid of and avoid in the future or what to purchase more of.

Showing how I style different outfits I pick up

As I am showing the items I picked up I guess it is only right that I show how I style those pieces. I am hoping to add a lot more styling content to this page all based on those new items I am bringing in that are different to what I would usually buy. Hopefully I can get back into doing those how to wear & how I style posts which I used to love doing. This will also help show me what works for me and what doesn't.

Show off my inspirations

A lot of my style inspiration is actually coming from social media lately and the plan is to highlight that inspiration over on my social media and occasionally on here. I think there may even be some outfit recreation posts in the future to see if the inspiration works for me or if I need to tweak it a lot to fit me better.

I think I can honestly say there is going to be a big shift in content going forward to suit the style change and my own self discovery journey. In terms of things changing though these are some things I am now going to be doing when it comes to my style overall...

Buy what I really want

Now this is a pretty big one for me to be honest as for so long I have listened to others whilst shopping and those people have put me off making certain purchases and advised me to stick to what I currently wear. This is a cycle I definitely need to break and if I like an item I should try it on and if I still like it I should just treat myself and follow the style I want rather than people talking me out of it.

Aim for a more luxurious/smarter style

I mentioned earlier my style at the moment just feels lazy and definitely needs working on which I think is why this whole mindset around what I wear has reared its head. The plan going forward is going to be aiming for a more luxurious/smarter style, something that is going to take time and some consideration day to day but I know it is going to be worth it in the end.

Less logos & prints

I guess this is possibly going to be the biggest change here as 99% of my clothing is currently covered in graphics or logos. To be honest though I just aren't feeling it anymore and I am finding myself wanting some nice plain or small subtle logo tops in my rotation. I feel that a small subtle logo just looks so much better than a random graphic that takes up the whole of your t-shirt. Going forward it is going to be very rare you see me in a big graphic t-shirt and by removing these I will have so much free space in my wardrobe too. 

Accessorising my outfits more

I am going down the plain and smarter route so my outfits might end up looking a bit plain however, that is where the change is coming into play as going forward you will see me adding much more accessories into my outfits whether is is a watch, jewellery, a cap or something different you bet you will see some consideration over what goes with each outfit. The accessories are lacking at the moment so expect a few unboxing's of these going forward as I build up a nice little rotation.

Even the footwear is changing

I am even planning on changing the footwear I wear so expect to see those changes happening over on social media and here. At the moment I spend a fortune on sneakers I might not even wear just because they are 'hyped' going forward though that is changing. Inside I am going to be buying much smarter silhouettes that go better with the style I am opting for, these might not be for everyone but if they work with what I am purchasing I will be picking them up. It isn't just going to be sneakers I buy either as I am going to look at picking up loafers and smarter shoes going forward just to mix it up a bit and look a bit smarter than just being in sneakers 24/7. 

To be honest I am really looking forward to changing my style as it haas certainly been on my mind recently including those purchases that would really make the style come together for me. It is also about time I started taking pride in my appearance again and finally get out of this rut where I am going to spend more time getting ready on a morning making an effort with what I wear, my hair and skin care too. Granted I really need another wardrobe declutter very soon to make way for the new in pieces and this is going to cost a fair bit of money to do in the long run but it is about time I started dressing for me and not what others prefer for me. I really do feel like the whole style thing is just the beginning of bigger change for me so let's see what else follows shall we...

My first shopping trip is fast approaching and I am so ready to start implementing the changes into my wardrobe so expect a post all about the new pick ups later on in the week if all goes to plan. The shopping trips will be being reigned in though but more on that another day, let's just see how much I can get for the time being. I am really looking forward to documenting how things are changing on here and social media so keep checking back for updates etc as posts are going to be based on this journey going forward. 

Now let's see how this goes or if I am just going to revert back to old habits in a few weeks time, which I really hope I don't and that I totally fall in love with this change of direction.

See you soon

Lucy

I know I keep on saying it however, it is just how things are going at the moment as there seem to be a lot of areas in my life where things are changing. I will post more about these changes another day however, when I say that everything is starting to change I mean it as even my footwear choices are moving in a different direction. 

I guess this is due to my overall dress sense changing and my footwear needing to follow suit but I am starting to identify gaps where what I have on my feet needs to change. It really is time to upgrade my footwear rotation and the plan this time is to only buy the footwear that I really love and what will go with many pieces in the new wardrobe I am building. In preparation for the changes I have actually had a huge declutter of what I already had and let's just say a lot of pairs have finally been disposed of and I have been able to identify the gaps I have had and where replacements have been required. This list has also been heavily influenced by social media where I have been scrolling endlessly for inspiration for the style I want to aim for. So here are the pieces of footwear I want to add into my rotation...

Sneakers

Previously I have gone for those sneakers that are trendy however, they are expensive and don't seem to last two minutes. I am finding that following the crowd is getting boring now and I am wasting money as most pairs I buy don't go with anything else I own. I have recently picked up a few pairs that aren't considered to be on trend and to be honest I am finding them comfier and they are withstanding the wears more than my Nike's had been. So here are the sneakers that have made it onto my wish list...

All white sneakers

These are going to be an essential and I am hoping I can find a pair with minimal branding that is in a low cut silhouette. These will just slot straight into any rotation and will look fantastic with practically all of my wardrobe and any new additions that get brought in. There are a few options I have been looking at for this addition but I am going to have a shop around for that perfect pair and not just get the first ones I see.

Ralph Lauren sneakers

I picked up my first pair of Ralph Lauren sneakers a few month back and to be honest I wish I had got some previously as they are one of the comfiest pairs I own. The plan is to build up a nice little rotation of Ralph Lauren sneakers in the hopes that I eventually have a pair to go with each piece in my wardrobe. There are some nice options out there so with a good look around there should be a few new pairs added soon. 

Lacoste sneakers

Lacoste sneakers seem to be standing out to me every time I go where they are stocked so I think I am going to be adding a smart, simple pair into my footwear rotation. I used to love my old Lacoste sneakers so I am hoping that any new pairs I picked up are as comfortable and as easy to style. These will definitely be a sale pick up. 

Comme Des Garcons Converse

Converse are something I have fallen back in love with recently and I am absolutely loving the classic vibe you get when wearing them. To add a bit of an extra level to my outfits though I really want to pick up both a white & black pair of Comme Des Garcons Converse as that print on the side makes a brilliant statement on a simple outfit.

Other footwear

Surprisingly I am not finding myself wanting too many pairs of sneakers these days and I am gravitating towards trying out different footwear style for a change. With me changing up my style I know that changing the style of shoe I wear will make the outfits look better than if I just threw on any random pair of sneakers. So here are those other pairs of footwear that have made it onto my wish list...

Hey Dudes

Social media brought the brand Hey Dudes to my attention and I have instantly fallen in love with them. The footwear is so different to what I would usually wear but it is really standing out to me and I feel as though I really need to try a pair for myself. They are different but I think a nice simple pair would work really well for me.

Leather loafers

I currently own one pair of loafers but I really want to change this and pick up a few different styles of leather loafers to mix up my outfits a bit. My current pair are on the shiny side and are best for nights out or events so I would like a few more subtle leather pair of loafers, one chunky & one more smarter looking pair. These may take a while to hunt down the perfect pair but I am determined to add a few pairs of leather loafers very soon.

Suede loafers

For the summer I would love to add a few pairs of suede loafers into my rotation in a few different colours however, I am so far struggling to find the perfect pairs at a reasonable price. The plan is to get a few pairs that are going to see me through this summer and for a few future years. Again I am going to need to have a shop around for the perfect pairs but I am sure I will get them in time for any more nice weather we get.

Espadrilles

It has been a long time since I last owned a pair of espadrilles but I think this year it is time to repurchase a few different colours to go with different outfits. I don't want to spend a fortune on espadrilles but at the same time I don't want to buy cheap and have to repurchase them in the not so distance future. I would love to have a few pairs in my rotation by the time the weather warms up again.

Birkenstock sandals

Now I would 100% love a pair of Birkenstock sandals for this summer however, I am also at the stage now where I think it would be a bit more sensible to find some good quality dupes to see if the style of sandal works for me or not. There are plenty of dupes out there now for these so they should be added into the rotation pretty soon all being well.

Hermes dupe sandals

The more I see the Hermes sandals on my social media the more tempted I get to find a pair however, I know I aren't going to be rushing out to buy an actually Hermes pair due to the cost of them. Instead until I know I am actually going to like them and get the wear out of them I am planning on trying some different dupes to see how they go with the style direction I am heading in. Again there seems to be plenty of affordable dupes for these at the moment so I will hopefully have them in my rotation soon.

Clarks Wallabees

The more I see the Wallabees the more I would love to have a pair in my rotation so they have made this round of wish list posts. I would love these for summer however, with a bit of suede protection I think these would work so well with a lot of autumn outfits I have in mind. A nice neutral colourway of these will definitely be added to my footwear rotation at some point.

So there you have it those are the current footwear choices that are on my wish list, as my style is changing I know my footwear is going to have to too so some of these items will be added to my rotation sooner rather than later. I wonder what pair will be purchased first though?

I am really looking forward to now starting to build my perfect footwear rotation to match the style I am gravitating towards, you will notice a shift in content too so keep an eye out to see what direction the website and social media take... it really is a time for change now.

See you all soon...

Lucy

It is seriously time to stop slacking now as we enter the second half of the year. I am determined that July is going to be a month of implementing discipline and hopefully we will see a good amount of growth throughout the month. I have set myself goals that align with how I want not only the month to progress but also the rest of the year as from now on everything I do is going to be focused on becoming the best version of myself. 

So here are the goals I am hoping to smash this July...