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This doesn’t mean you’ve lost your style

05/21/25

I’ve recently found myself in this very cohesive aesthetic phase of dressing. Neutral colors, similar silhouettes, consistent vibe.

There’s something comforting about it. Like, finally, everything clicks.

I’m not gonna lie, it feels nice. :)

BUT!

One day, I might wake up and suddenly want to wear something totally different. And that doesn’t mean I’ve lost my style.

Sometimes, you’ll crave cohesion (me, right now). Other times, you’ll crave exploration (me, last spring). And it’ll likely flip again and again. That doesn’t mean anything’s wrong — it just means you’re flowing with what’s true for you right now.

It’s a lot like other rhythms in life. Maybe you find a workout routine that works beautifully — until it doesn’t. Or you find a parenting groove — only for it to stop working three weeks later. Nothing’s broken. You’re just moving through life.

Style works the same way.

So often we think of style as a destination. Something you find once — and then, well, you’ve found it. But style isn’t a destination at all. It’s a reflection of our lives, which are always in flux, always in flow.

And it’s so freeing when you stop expecting one fixed identity to hold you forever.

OUTFIT DETAILS

(If you see something you like, you can shop it and support my blog at the same time by using the affiliate links throughout this post.)

Old Abercrombie Top | Similar: Abercrombie High Neck Top

Reformation Cary Low Rise Jeans

Old Roxy Flip Flops | Similar: Reformation Onyx Sandal & Gap Vegan Leather Flip Flops 

Braggy Shoulder Bag

Monica Vinader Heirloom Chain Bracelet

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Thanks for reading Unfancy — it means so much to me that you’re here. Take good care of yourself today.

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  1. CHLOÉ says

    May 21, 2025 at 9:07 am

    I LOVE that top🥰

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  2. Jen says

    May 21, 2025 at 9:10 am

    “Nothing’s broken. You’re just moving through life.” This is wisdom. Thank you.

    Reply
  3. Jessica C says

    May 21, 2025 at 8:10 pm

    This is such a beautifully written and wise post, Caroline.

    Reply

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