Oh, The Stories Our
Closets Can Tell

I've never felt like I really know who I am. It was the worst when I was young and insecure and scared of pain and failure. I was so desperate to be liked. I wanted to be part of everything so I never really felt like part of anything. And when I reflect on my style earlier in my life, it sort of looked like that. Like I was borrowing from everywhere else and nothing ever seemed quite like me. 

It's only recently that I've felt more secure in myself. Not that I completely know who I am. That's going to take at least another 20 years to figure out. But I'm more confident in and settled with myself than I have ever been. I was more fit 10 years ago but I love my body way more today. And I think all of that comes through when I get dressed. My style feels more focused and streamlined. Much less frenetic than it once was. These last two sentences - as I wrote them, I realized they sum up how  I feel about myself vs. how I used to feel. 

There are stories in our wardrobes way beyond where and when we wore something. Buried deep inside that laundry basket, you might find who you are. 

Coat ASOS (old, try this) // Button up J.Crew // Jeans AYR // Bag Zara (sold out, try this) // Shoes Tory Burch (first purchase from Poshmark!) // Sunglasses Karen Walker (love these)

photos // lauren