How Living in California Affects My Style
To me, fashion relates to clothes, trends, name brands, while style is how you as an individual portray those fashions. I was raised in California, near San Diego, where the weather is usually in the 70s. It's not ever super humid. We don't get much rain, definitely no snow. The beach is just a few miles away. These types of things are factored in when it comes to my style.
On top of that I work full-time, so Monday through Friday I'm sitting in an office doing social media. The office environment is casual, so I'm free to wear what I want. The temperatures in the San Diego area are dropping a little bit. In summertime you need 4 fans blowing on you to sleep at night. Finally, at the end of November, I need 2 fuzzy blankets & the window closed to sleep comfortably. That's how much of a wuss I am in the cold. Sorry, I'm from SoCal.
My style kind of reflects that California attitude. It's a relaxed vibe. I like to mix & match & I'm constantly figuring out myself & my style. I've had this purple top & patterned skirt for so many years. So many years in fact, I honestly can't remember where I bought them. I wore them when they were new but there was a 2 to 3 year gap when I just ignored them. I challenged myself to give them a go & I came up with a bold, bright, purple, patterned look.
I feel that what you wear is kind of a reflection of your personality. What type of girl walks around in a vintage Nike windbreaker & lots of color & pattern? This girl! Keep up with the news & current events. Learn more about what's happening around you. Figure out what you like & challenge yourself.
Yes, I have that SoCal relaxed style. But I can still push my own boundaries. I don't wear black very often. Hmm...maybe that's something I could try. I feel weird wearing heels on a regular basis. Maybe I can challenge myself to wear them once a week. Years ago, combat boots were extremely ugly to me. It was something the punk kids wore at school when I was more of a jeans & t-shirt type of girl. Now combat boots are my go shoe during the fall. Last year was my first year delving into beanies & now I wear them all the time.
Take risks. Try something new. You may just surprise yourself & the world. How has your style changed over time? How would you describe your fashion sense? Does where you live affect your style? :]
My style kind of reflects that California attitude. It's a relaxed vibe. I like to mix & match & I'm constantly figuring out myself & my style. I've had this purple top & patterned skirt for so many years. So many years in fact, I honestly can't remember where I bought them. I wore them when they were new but there was a 2 to 3 year gap when I just ignored them. I challenged myself to give them a go & I came up with a bold, bright, purple, patterned look.
Top: Unknown // Skirt: Unknown // Windbreaker: Thrifted (vintage Nike) // Boots: H&M // Tights: Pink Zone |
Yes, I have that SoCal relaxed style. But I can still push my own boundaries. I don't wear black very often. Hmm...maybe that's something I could try. I feel weird wearing heels on a regular basis. Maybe I can challenge myself to wear them once a week. Years ago, combat boots were extremely ugly to me. It was something the punk kids wore at school when I was more of a jeans & t-shirt type of girl. Now combat boots are my go shoe during the fall. Last year was my first year delving into beanies & now I wear them all the time.
Take risks. Try something new. You may just surprise yourself & the world. How has your style changed over time? How would you describe your fashion sense? Does where you live affect your style? :]
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You look really cute! Love the colourful mix together with the blag basics!
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Thank you, Katarina. I love wearing color. :]
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Exactly what I imagine when I think of SoCal style, you look great and I totally wish we had that weather right now in New York. Great look and I love all of the colors and shades of purple.
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Aw, thanks so much. Brrr, I bet NY is cold!!! :]
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I love your style, this outfit is gorgeous! How amazing does it sound to live in California super jealous x
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It's so nice right now. Blessed for sure. :]
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Very nice. I have relatives near Vancouver (both Washington & Canada). :]
Deletethe design of your windbreaker is so unique and colorful. I love it!
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Straight from the 90s! haha. :]
DeleteOh my gosh that windbreaker is insane, I love it! And I couldn't agree with you more about taking risks and trying you things!
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Hahaha, I'm SO obsessed with this windbreaker. Perfect for California. Style is all about risks. :]
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Thanks, Josie. :]
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Aw, thanks Lisbeth. :]
DeleteI used to live in California and then I moved to Copenhagen and its the complete opposite weather! I have such a hard time going back and forth between the two. I miss hot weather so much.
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I can imagine it'd be hard. Being hot all the time or cold all the time can take its toll. :]
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This bright jacket is such a beaut! Love it :)
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Definitely slightly overrated. I like to have some chill sometimes. :]
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Thank you. They're my staple boot. :]
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California is a nice place. Thanks for reading, Eleanor. :]
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Love all the color.... too cute!
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rad jacket!! love the print!! :)
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real cool look and the colors are wonderful. Thanks carmen for stopping by my blog.
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no humidity and usually in the 70s? sounds like perfect weather to me!! it gets so hot here in Florida during the summer... plus we have rainy summers so add humidity and rain to hot and you have the perfect recipe for disgusting weather lol I am so glad it's a little chilly now... cool temps with sunshine is perfection!
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If I lived in Florida I'd be a permanent frizball. Haha. :]
DeleteI love those colors on you!
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Such a cute colorful outfit!
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This was a really interesting read! It's great to see what effects there are on style! :)
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I started to realize it when I started see fall posts & I'm still wearing shorts! :p
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Love the windbreaker,the colours are amazing and I love your style it's really unique and lovely! Xx
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Unique indeed. Thanks for reading, my friend. :]
DeleteWhere one lives definitely has an influence on style. I, myself, prefer dark colours and the kind of drapped clothing you see during "Fall" in cooler climates. That doesn't work in The Bahamas - so I always struggle on what to wear because I don't enjoy typical warm weather clothing (I don't do sleeveless anything and I haven't work shorts since I was 12). :-)
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Oh gosh, that wouldn't work well here either. I'd be hot & sticky all the time. Now that it's slightly cooler I can get away with more layers -- albeit thin layers. :]
DeleteSo fun! My mom actually had a skirt with a pattern EXACTLY like that that I used to steal from her constantly (Old Navy... maybe?) but it wasn't that cut. I totally miss it! I love all of the bright, fun colors - California is certainly welcoming to that. In the northeast, our clothing is as cold as our hearts ;) haha.
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Maybe mine is from Old Navy!!!!! I bet your hearts are warm, but your hands are cold. ;]
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Hi Carmen! Thanks for your sweet comment, was great to hear from you. I love your vibrant patterned shirt, it looks super!! Sorry to hear you get cold at work. My work temperature really fluctuates! X
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Great post Carmen, I completely agree with shopping your own closet. Put things away, and pull them out once you have forgotten about them! Or maybe just don't think about it too much, read the news instead, and see what results from absentmindedly choosing from your closet. Haha! Love it. Great blog!
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So stylish and classy look! I love it! You have amazing sense of style! Adorable post and lovely photos!
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I think you made a good point - where we live has a huge impact on our style, I think it's more important than people are willing to admit :) The way you dress is exactly how I imagined California style - cool and eclectic. As to me, I live in Central Europe, so I have all four seasons here. That definitely means that I need a wide range of clothes - from sundresses to wollen coats. Even if harsh winters are not enjoyable, I like the idea of dressing totally differently every few months :)
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I got those boots! great minds and all that ;) and that jacket is amazing. love it xo
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ReplyDeleteTotally agree with our climates affecting our style; I live in Ohio so I'm either wearing a tank and leggings or 2 pairs of pants and 3 winter jackets, it's no fun!
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You are living my dream! Do you surf? And great example of laid back happy Californian style!!
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That jacket is so cool! So colorful and I love the texture too!
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You live in the city with the perfect weather! :) I am jealous! Love your style - I should learn to add more color to my wardrobe :))
ReplyDeleteI always admire women like you who can own a bold print and wear it so well. They typically scare me. I have no idea how to pull them off.
ReplyDeleteI'm a very plain jane, but I like that. Uncomplicated, tee shirt and a solid pair of jeans suits me quite nicely most days.
How has my style evolved over time? I stopped trying to be trendy. I couldn't keep up. I just do me now. :o)
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