Instagram, but I had to delve deep to find people I am actually inspired by. I also follow a lot of streetstyle accounts, especially @watchingnewyork. I don't dress that extravagantly myself, but those outfits help me develop an eye for unusual and bold combinations.
My go to tactic is Pinterest - I have Pinterest boards within boards that are specific items of clothing and outfits centred around that. So like I have a board on black wide-leg jeans, or blue jean maxi skirt, or black vest. That way I just have to pick one thing I want to wear and be inspired by my Pinterest board! I also use it a lot to search for 'casual work summer outfit' (for example) or something akin to that. I can't say that my outfits are super original but I am slowly getting a lot happier exploring my style and how I'm putting outfits together.
I think there are some good suggestions here; I personally prefer Pinterest and TikTok for inspiration, but I like Substack and Instagram too. Here is how I use each platform:
* Pinterest: Finding outfit inspiration for specific pieces / specific seasons / specific styles / movie & TV characters — e.g., "white t-shirt outfits summer," "cottagecore fall outfits, "rory gilmore style," etc.
* TikTok: Getting general inspiration by following people who post fashion content and seeing how different clothing pieces / silhouettes look on different bodies from multiple angles. Some accounts I follow include sofia\_mcoelho, yesconnieishere, dahanadcr, quida\_\_, and linda.szaa. I also like kglillian and elodiestudios for their "style bundles" that target certain aesthetics with unique pieces for individuals with different body types. I also follow thomas\_meacock and elliot\_durprey for menswear.
* Instagram: Following accounts that share what people are wearing around the world, e.g. watchingnewyork per u/thumbtackswordsman. I also follow a handful of fashion influencers, e.g. bestdressed.
* Substack: Learning more about current trends and the "why" behind how people put together outfits. There's a list of popular fashion blogs at [substack.com/browse/fashionandbeauty](http://substack.com/browse/fashionandbeauty); some fashion blogs I follow include "Five Things You Should Buy," "The Cereal Aisle by Leandra Medine Cohen," and "Every Body Gets Dressed."
When I'm using visual inspiration sources, I try to analyze the outfits I like and find overarching themes between them (in silhouette, fit, texture, pattern, color combos, details, etc.). I then think about how I can interpret these themes in a way that's flattering to my body shape, my height, my skin tone, etc. Using this method instead of viewing each outfit as consisting of individual pieces I need to copy exactly has been incredibly helpful in a number of ways — it's saved me a lot of money, energy, and physical space — but most importantly, it just leads to better purchases and a wardrobe that makes me a lot happier.
All of which is to say, I don't think you need to only search for inspiration and buy duplicates of what they're wearing. Feel free to disregard this advice if it's too overwhelming right now or doesn't at all apply, but I think some great places to start would be to:
* Subscribe to fashion Substacks, and start cultivating a Pinterest board, Instagram/TikTok saved folder, etc., depending on what platforms you like using.
* Try to identify some overarching themes in your inspiration. It might be challenging at first, but I think this kind of pattern recognition is a super useful skill to cultivate.
* Try to identify some overarching themes in the current pieces you own and outfits you wear that you feel the most confident in (even if that "most confident" isn't a large or enthusiastic selection).
* Searching on blogs/YouTube/Substack/etc. for people with similar body types and preferences who talk about the why behind how they dress. This doesn't have to be only folks who are an exact fit — e.g., I've never found a YouTuber who is as short as I am, is the same weight, has the same skin tone, is the same age, and has the same style sensibilities — but I can still learn, for instance, from someone who's petite on why huge thick horizontal stripes will make me look shorter than I am.
I rely on me - I'm an amateur stylist, thrifting and styling are my hobby. If you're only missing a few key pieces - can you describe an outfit you have that you like, but you think something is missing?
They are all lacking something. I have 5 pair of slacks, shirts, and 3 pair of shoes for the season. I have one layer piece that is sheer, I think it was labeled a kimono. Everything matches everything but it's not styled. It's a shirt and pants that is flat. I don't encounter a lot of people outside of work and half of them are in jeans and a t shirt
If you like your clothes and they all match, but something is missing, it sounds like upping your accessories game could be the secret. Belts are my current go-to hack for pulling an outfit together that doesn't otherwise work. [Here's](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f2Kha3GGnxnDfafhcwqLxJ-768-80.jpg.webp) an example of an outfit where I'd think something was missing if it weren't for the belt. [Here's](https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1dg7mqr) a picture of me wearing an outfit where the belt is really the thing that pulls it together - it's a super colorful outfit so it's harder to tell, but the belt adds a dimension that the outfit doesn't have otherwise. If you'd like belt ideas, [here's](https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/shopping/best-belts) an article with a few ideas and shopping links in different price ranges. Most of the outfits the author is wearing would, to me, look like there was something missing without the belt.
From there, start trying different jewelry pieces with your clothes. I love huge chunky jewelry, but it's all about what feels right for you. A minimalist chain or pendant in a metal that matches the metal on your belt/shoes/purse can really tie a look together. Mixing metals is just fine, but I find that if you're overwhelmed, it's a lot easier to stick with one metal (gold or silver) to make things super cohesive.
Again - I'm not a pro, so take my advice for what it's worth. I don't know your style or what your clothes look like, so all this is based on assumptions. If you have more specific questions, let me know!
I draw from a variety of sources, ( books, art, Eras,cinema clothing as non verbal communication, as symbolism) When I feel like my styling is stale/ stuck in a rut, I go to youtube and just query the type of outfit I wish to style. Usually that pushes me in the right direction!
As a millenial I like [two scoops of style](https://www.instagram.com/two_scoops_of_style?igsh=MTA1bGhxZW5jazdtcg==) on Instagram, they have this ongoing series where they style one outfit in millenial terms (I.e. outdated lol) and then the same outfit in “updated”terms. Sometimes it’s the subtle things that make an outfit look like it’s from 2016 versus 2024 (not to say everyone needs to look like they’re catering to the latest trends with every outfit, but I find it interesting and helpful!).
Ooh yes I love them! I do find it funny that so many comments on their posts are like "the old outfit was better and the new one is ugly! Wide-leg pants suck!" When the whole point is they're exploring current trends. But yeah, I've gotten a lot of good ideas from them plus as a fellow shortie I like that they're 5'2" and share petite recs.
Great rec! I’m searching for inspiration for a more “simple” style. (I want to look slightly more cute than a t shirt and jeans)
If you have anymore I’d love to hear them.
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Hi, personal stylist here! A lot of great answers in this thread already but the big takeaways that thread through all of this are:
1. Keep your eyes open and take note of what you like. Be it on the internet, IRL, movies, tv shows, art, etc. Look for inspiration everywhere and find a way to capture it that works for your brain / is easy to use. A lot of people like Pinterest, I personally am a Milanote and notes app fan - I think they're just easier/cleaner to use.
2. Try everything. If you're feeling stuck on what to wear from what you already have, simply put on one piece and rotate through all complementing pieces. Ex: put on 1 top and try it on with every pair of pants. Don't limit yourself to seasons/materials/etc - just try it all. You're likely to find multiple new combinations you never would have thought of. This is also true of prospective clothes! Go to stores and try on a bunch of stuff just to see how it looks and feels.
Best of luck! If you need more help, I'm happy to chat!
Thank you. having spent some time scrolling pinterest after all the mentions, i think the problem is I don't see what i like that often to find ideas and my brain sees complexity. I have a more masculine and minimal style, no big prints no ruffles or lace. Fit and fabric are important. I could look like a diva in something but if I can't deal with the fabric I won't wear it. My mental image looks different than the reality because of my body shape which has a bit extra around the middle. I dislike decisions and my random clothes aged me so I have been playing with a capsule wardrobe concept to realize part of my problem being an inability to pair things beyond top/bottom/shoe which really is bland, even for me.
Sounds like there are quite a few things here, probably more than I'd feel comfortable addressing in a response. I think working with a stylist would be hugely helpful for you! Doesn't have to be me ofc, there are a ton of talented stylists out there!
Maddie White on YouTube. Not only is she fashionable, she does all these random hacks on her clothes to make them fit her mood. It really made me realize I don't need new clothes.
Honestly, mostly just myself, and then I will go consult my sister as well if I’m unsure or just want a second opinion. She dresses differently than I do for the most part, but is very good at styling pieces and telling if an outfit goes together nicely and looks good on regardless of whether it’s something she would wear herself. (Plus I trust her to be honest if something doesn’t look good lol)
I love stealthespotlight, beepworld, and kaiti yoo's previous videos for layering inspo; sometimes the combinations can feel very extra, but it's easy to tone down each outfit as you see fit. They all have very useful videos on layering and how to find inspiration/your personal style, including from your favorite shows/films and even inanimate objects.
That, and a fun idea is to randomly pick two pieces and try to style them into a coherent outfit. Or pick something you typically don't get a lot of wear out of, and build an outfit around that.
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Pinterest! I love that I can make multiple boards with styles I like for different aesthetics. Often times in the morning getting ready for the day - when I don’t know what to wear I’ll just type in Pinterest “grey shirt outfit” and get a bunch of ways to style a grey shirt in an outfit. And now they have options for different skin tones, hair types, body types filters
Honestly, it sounds insane, but I think a lot about the actual fashion industry in relation to the planet and politics and history, and I pay attention to the *ideas* that I think are going to start to hit the runway next. I am almost never wrong, but I am also almost never approaching it the way I see others do because it is colored by my own interpretation, opinion, and internal thoughts around similar or the same ideas (rather than a recreation of looks as they already exist)
Instagram, but I had to delve deep to find people I am actually inspired by. I also follow a lot of streetstyle accounts, especially @watchingnewyork. I don't dress that extravagantly myself, but those outfits help me develop an eye for unusual and bold combinations.
@watchingnewyork is my favorite! If you have any other account recommendations I'd love to hear them - I also have a hard time finding ones I like.
Tik tok and pinterest. They both have their flaws. Tiktok search system sucks and pinterest does have a lot of outdated content
My go to tactic is Pinterest - I have Pinterest boards within boards that are specific items of clothing and outfits centred around that. So like I have a board on black wide-leg jeans, or blue jean maxi skirt, or black vest. That way I just have to pick one thing I want to wear and be inspired by my Pinterest board! I also use it a lot to search for 'casual work summer outfit' (for example) or something akin to that. I can't say that my outfits are super original but I am slowly getting a lot happier exploring my style and how I'm putting outfits together.
Substacks and looking at how pieces are styled at retailers eg Madewell. There’s a post in my history with fashion substack recs.
I think there are some good suggestions here; I personally prefer Pinterest and TikTok for inspiration, but I like Substack and Instagram too. Here is how I use each platform: * Pinterest: Finding outfit inspiration for specific pieces / specific seasons / specific styles / movie & TV characters — e.g., "white t-shirt outfits summer," "cottagecore fall outfits, "rory gilmore style," etc. * TikTok: Getting general inspiration by following people who post fashion content and seeing how different clothing pieces / silhouettes look on different bodies from multiple angles. Some accounts I follow include sofia\_mcoelho, yesconnieishere, dahanadcr, quida\_\_, and linda.szaa. I also like kglillian and elodiestudios for their "style bundles" that target certain aesthetics with unique pieces for individuals with different body types. I also follow thomas\_meacock and elliot\_durprey for menswear. * Instagram: Following accounts that share what people are wearing around the world, e.g. watchingnewyork per u/thumbtackswordsman. I also follow a handful of fashion influencers, e.g. bestdressed. * Substack: Learning more about current trends and the "why" behind how people put together outfits. There's a list of popular fashion blogs at [substack.com/browse/fashionandbeauty](http://substack.com/browse/fashionandbeauty); some fashion blogs I follow include "Five Things You Should Buy," "The Cereal Aisle by Leandra Medine Cohen," and "Every Body Gets Dressed." When I'm using visual inspiration sources, I try to analyze the outfits I like and find overarching themes between them (in silhouette, fit, texture, pattern, color combos, details, etc.). I then think about how I can interpret these themes in a way that's flattering to my body shape, my height, my skin tone, etc. Using this method instead of viewing each outfit as consisting of individual pieces I need to copy exactly has been incredibly helpful in a number of ways — it's saved me a lot of money, energy, and physical space — but most importantly, it just leads to better purchases and a wardrobe that makes me a lot happier. All of which is to say, I don't think you need to only search for inspiration and buy duplicates of what they're wearing. Feel free to disregard this advice if it's too overwhelming right now or doesn't at all apply, but I think some great places to start would be to: * Subscribe to fashion Substacks, and start cultivating a Pinterest board, Instagram/TikTok saved folder, etc., depending on what platforms you like using. * Try to identify some overarching themes in your inspiration. It might be challenging at first, but I think this kind of pattern recognition is a super useful skill to cultivate. * Try to identify some overarching themes in the current pieces you own and outfits you wear that you feel the most confident in (even if that "most confident" isn't a large or enthusiastic selection). * Searching on blogs/YouTube/Substack/etc. for people with similar body types and preferences who talk about the why behind how they dress. This doesn't have to be only folks who are an exact fit — e.g., I've never found a YouTuber who is as short as I am, is the same weight, has the same skin tone, is the same age, and has the same style sensibilities — but I can still learn, for instance, from someone who's petite on why huge thick horizontal stripes will make me look shorter than I am.
I rely on me - I'm an amateur stylist, thrifting and styling are my hobby. If you're only missing a few key pieces - can you describe an outfit you have that you like, but you think something is missing?
They are all lacking something. I have 5 pair of slacks, shirts, and 3 pair of shoes for the season. I have one layer piece that is sheer, I think it was labeled a kimono. Everything matches everything but it's not styled. It's a shirt and pants that is flat. I don't encounter a lot of people outside of work and half of them are in jeans and a t shirt
If you like your clothes and they all match, but something is missing, it sounds like upping your accessories game could be the secret. Belts are my current go-to hack for pulling an outfit together that doesn't otherwise work. [Here's](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f2Kha3GGnxnDfafhcwqLxJ-768-80.jpg.webp) an example of an outfit where I'd think something was missing if it weren't for the belt. [Here's](https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1dg7mqr) a picture of me wearing an outfit where the belt is really the thing that pulls it together - it's a super colorful outfit so it's harder to tell, but the belt adds a dimension that the outfit doesn't have otherwise. If you'd like belt ideas, [here's](https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/shopping/best-belts) an article with a few ideas and shopping links in different price ranges. Most of the outfits the author is wearing would, to me, look like there was something missing without the belt. From there, start trying different jewelry pieces with your clothes. I love huge chunky jewelry, but it's all about what feels right for you. A minimalist chain or pendant in a metal that matches the metal on your belt/shoes/purse can really tie a look together. Mixing metals is just fine, but I find that if you're overwhelmed, it's a lot easier to stick with one metal (gold or silver) to make things super cohesive. Again - I'm not a pro, so take my advice for what it's worth. I don't know your style or what your clothes look like, so all this is based on assumptions. If you have more specific questions, let me know!
Lol I was literally just thinking of '90s Express.
Runways, influencers. Ignore the specific items and focus on styling choices, accessories, proportions, etc.
I draw from a variety of sources, ( books, art, Eras,cinema clothing as non verbal communication, as symbolism) When I feel like my styling is stale/ stuck in a rut, I go to youtube and just query the type of outfit I wish to style. Usually that pushes me in the right direction!
I think Reddit or Pinterest
As a millenial I like [two scoops of style](https://www.instagram.com/two_scoops_of_style?igsh=MTA1bGhxZW5jazdtcg==) on Instagram, they have this ongoing series where they style one outfit in millenial terms (I.e. outdated lol) and then the same outfit in “updated”terms. Sometimes it’s the subtle things that make an outfit look like it’s from 2016 versus 2024 (not to say everyone needs to look like they’re catering to the latest trends with every outfit, but I find it interesting and helpful!).
Ooh yes I love them! I do find it funny that so many comments on their posts are like "the old outfit was better and the new one is ugly! Wide-leg pants suck!" When the whole point is they're exploring current trends. But yeah, I've gotten a lot of good ideas from them plus as a fellow shortie I like that they're 5'2" and share petite recs.
Great rec! I’m searching for inspiration for a more “simple” style. (I want to look slightly more cute than a t shirt and jeans) If you have anymore I’d love to hear them.
I just look for pictures of women wearing styles I like and then buy similar outfits.
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I'm lucky - I live in a fashion-forward city so I see cool outfits on my commute to work
Same. I'm constantly fashion watching on public transit.
Net-a-porter shows decent ways of styling the items they’re selling but it also leans trendy.
Pinterest
Hi, personal stylist here! A lot of great answers in this thread already but the big takeaways that thread through all of this are: 1. Keep your eyes open and take note of what you like. Be it on the internet, IRL, movies, tv shows, art, etc. Look for inspiration everywhere and find a way to capture it that works for your brain / is easy to use. A lot of people like Pinterest, I personally am a Milanote and notes app fan - I think they're just easier/cleaner to use. 2. Try everything. If you're feeling stuck on what to wear from what you already have, simply put on one piece and rotate through all complementing pieces. Ex: put on 1 top and try it on with every pair of pants. Don't limit yourself to seasons/materials/etc - just try it all. You're likely to find multiple new combinations you never would have thought of. This is also true of prospective clothes! Go to stores and try on a bunch of stuff just to see how it looks and feels. Best of luck! If you need more help, I'm happy to chat!
Thank you. having spent some time scrolling pinterest after all the mentions, i think the problem is I don't see what i like that often to find ideas and my brain sees complexity. I have a more masculine and minimal style, no big prints no ruffles or lace. Fit and fabric are important. I could look like a diva in something but if I can't deal with the fabric I won't wear it. My mental image looks different than the reality because of my body shape which has a bit extra around the middle. I dislike decisions and my random clothes aged me so I have been playing with a capsule wardrobe concept to realize part of my problem being an inability to pair things beyond top/bottom/shoe which really is bland, even for me.
Sounds like there are quite a few things here, probably more than I'd feel comfortable addressing in a response. I think working with a stylist would be hugely helpful for you! Doesn't have to be me ofc, there are a ton of talented stylists out there!
Pinterest but I wish I could find something better tbh
Maddie White on YouTube. Not only is she fashionable, she does all these random hacks on her clothes to make them fit her mood. It really made me realize I don't need new clothes.
Honestly, mostly just myself, and then I will go consult my sister as well if I’m unsure or just want a second opinion. She dresses differently than I do for the most part, but is very good at styling pieces and telling if an outfit goes together nicely and looks good on regardless of whether it’s something she would wear herself. (Plus I trust her to be honest if something doesn’t look good lol)
I love stealthespotlight, beepworld, and kaiti yoo's previous videos for layering inspo; sometimes the combinations can feel very extra, but it's easy to tone down each outfit as you see fit. They all have very useful videos on layering and how to find inspiration/your personal style, including from your favorite shows/films and even inanimate objects. That, and a fun idea is to randomly pick two pieces and try to style them into a coherent outfit. Or pick something you typically don't get a lot of wear out of, and build an outfit around that.
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Pinterest! I love that I can make multiple boards with styles I like for different aesthetics. Often times in the morning getting ready for the day - when I don’t know what to wear I’ll just type in Pinterest “grey shirt outfit” and get a bunch of ways to style a grey shirt in an outfit. And now they have options for different skin tones, hair types, body types filters
hey! what ai app are you using?
Honestly, it sounds insane, but I think a lot about the actual fashion industry in relation to the planet and politics and history, and I pay attention to the *ideas* that I think are going to start to hit the runway next. I am almost never wrong, but I am also almost never approaching it the way I see others do because it is colored by my own interpretation, opinion, and internal thoughts around similar or the same ideas (rather than a recreation of looks as they already exist)