Discovering our own fashion sense can be a bit of a challenge for anyone of any body structure. We follow runways and magazines, looking to our favorite celebs for inspiration to recreate distinctive looks but somehow can't fully grasp how we can cinch these trends to fit the make up of our personal Signature Style. Sometimes for the sake of being trendy we end up doing exactly what our parents told us not to do, following the crowd straight off that Bridge into the abyss of a 'Fashtastrophe'. I'll never forget my recent Fashtastrophe... The high wasted jean... BUT WHY NICOLE???!!! You should have known you would only create a Faux Pas with your FUPA (Fat Upper -we'll just say- 'Pelvic' Area) and end up cringing once the photos surfaced... However, hindsight is 20/20 right guys?? It's best we let these misses create that Xponential Learning Curve for future Rockin Red Carpet/ Night on the Town Moments.... And yes, Needless to say, we do have the freedom to wear whatever we want just personally I would rather accentuate the assets and minimize the rest. With this concept in mind pioneering Plus Model Royalty, Runway the Real Way inclusive catwalk Curator, Innovator, Musician (and I'm honored to say, one of my closest confidantes) Catherine Schuller came up with the 'Y.E.S.S Style Assessment Quiz' to help you hone in on what 'Your Essential Signature Style' may be!
Catherine's 'Y.E.S.S Series' will be featured monthly on the Plus Designer Clothing Brand Igigi.Com 'Igigi Style Blog'. Some very lucky Curvy Influencers will be able to take the quiz, have their style assessed and be featured on the go to premier fashion brands blog scoring some beautiful dresses for participating!!! XC is so honored humbled and proud to be the FIRST featured Blogger setting off this interactive informative fashion style blog and from the bottom of Mi Corazon I want to thank Igigi.com for my new 2 GORGEOUS dresses and of course Thank you to my lady Catherine for being such and amazing support system and inspiration in both my personal and professional life.. Love you Beyond...
Photography by my great friend and visionary +Jose Pagan of PaganPhotgraphy.org
Igigi Francesca Dress in Tuberose Jewelry By www.sheshecloset.com
Igigi Kelly Dress in Noir Rose Jewerly by sheshecloset.com
"Style is being yourself on purpose. Dressing without guessing….always be true to your nature. Take the Y.E.S.S. Style Quiz and discover Your Essential Signature Style. This will help you in selecting clothing and in building a wardrobe that is truly an example of your personality and inner self. This quiz is a fast yet effective way to determine which criteria are appropriate for you and will assist you in making clothing selections that are reflective of your essence. The results will help you deliver a message of consistency that allows you to express who you are and achieve what you want. You will begin to develop and define immediate visual impact, hone rapid fire messages which are revealed in subtle, obvious, deliberate and purposeful ways. Define a strategy for dressing once and for all based on style selections. Master your purpose by knowing your style and what it means to have that “distinct aura” that only visual presentation mastery exudes. Put your best look forward!"
~Catherine Schuller
Catherine and I out to Lunch on a beautiful afternoon after another Successful RTRW
So there you have it!!! We know you want to take the test and Xponential Curve got you covered!!! Answer these 6 quick and easy questions below and you will be savvy, self sufficient and better able to gauge where you land on the spectrum to create unique or recreate inspired outfits based on 'YOUR Essential Signature Style'.
YOUR BEST LOOK FORWARD
What’s Your Style Type?
Circle all that apply (no more than 3 per question....)
- How would you describe your attitude and personality?
- Energetic, friendly, casual, fun, spontaneous, unpretentious
- Discerning, conservative, refined, efficient, reliable, dignified
- Gentle, compassionate, caring, delicate, warm, soft, charming
- Daring, exciting, sensuous, flirtatious
- Independent, self-assured, flamboyant, unconventional, unique
- How do you prefer your clothes to fit?
- Comfortable and easy
- Softly tailored
- Loose, gentle, flowing
- Body-defining or a little revealing
- Structured, fitted, architectural
- What kinds of fabrics do you prefer to wear?
- Easy care fabrics – cottons, blends, tweeds, khaki and denim
- Fine quality gabardine, twills, silk, cashmere, wool jersey
- Fluid, lightweight silks, rayon, lace, challis, velvet, crepe and chiffon.
- Knits and jerseys with drape or stretch, or shiny and smooth textures
- Medium to firm weight fabrics with body and shape, leather and fabrics with unusual weaves or textures.
- What’s your favorite jewelry?
- Simple, practical, classic, non-fussy
- Elegant, simple but rich-looking
- Antique pieces, cameos, pearls, delicate items
- Big, dangling, sparkling, shining
- Striking, bold, ethnic, angular, unique
- Which describe your favorite accessories and finishing touches?
- Simple, easy shoes, bags and belts that mix and match, go anywhere
- Highest quality silk scarves, fine leather bags, belts and shoes
- Lace trimmed pieces, ruffles, ribbons, bows, delicate colors
- High heels or sling-backs, dramatic jewelry, perfume
- Bold, unusual pieces, handmade or one of a kind items, art-to-wear, dramatic wraps and hats
- What are your favorite color palates and strategies?
- Neutrals, earth tones, colors from nature
- Conservative, low contrast and monochromatic colors in shaded or muted tones
- Pastels, lighter and brighter colors and whites
- Bold, bright, high contrast colors in pure tones
- Black and contrast mixes, metallics and brights.
The Five Styles of Modern Lives
Did you see a pattern? Were you torn between one or two types? Individual style is nearly always a blend of styles based upon a dominant, or core style. To find your core style - the one that defines how you approach clothing, and your personality – look at your answers to these questions, and think about the type of clothes you are drawn to (whether or not they reflect those hanging in your closest at the moment). Compare that information to the style definitions.
If you answered mostly A’s you are Natural/Sporty; B’s you are Elegant/Classic; C’s you are Romantic/Feminine; D’s are Glamorous/Sexy; E’s are Dramatic/Artistic.
A = NATURAL/SPORTY
B = ELEGANT/CLASSIC
C = ROMANTIC/FEMININE
D = GLAMOROUS/SEXY
E = DRAMATIC/ARTISTIC
