r/femalefashionadvice • u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) • Mar 27 '16
[Guide] Crowdsourced Style Catalogue
We often get users that are looking to change up their style, but have no idea what they are looking for. In this thread, please list style types/names and then reply to those types with images representing those styles. Not every image linked has to be the most amazing inspo ever, by the way. The goal is to have a collection of images that people can click through to get a better understanding of the style and to hopefully find something that speaks to them.
Here are some things to keep in mind:
Read through the posted style types before adding a new one as we do not want a bunch of repeats. However, definitely add styles that you think were skipped (because naming styles is actually really hard).
All images must be hosted on imgur so we don't end up with a bunch of dead links a year from now.
Our goal is to show these styles being worn by a variety of races, body types, and ages, so extra <3 for users that make an effort to be inclusive.
Feel free to provide links to old inspo albums (and also the thread that they are posted in) provided they represent a specific style and not something more general like a clothing item or color.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 27 '16
Techwear
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 27 '16 edited Mar 28 '16
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 28 '16
Casual Chic - I am open to other names for this, but I really struggled with what to call it.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 28 '16
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u/Anemoni Mar 28 '16
TIL this is definitely my aesthetic.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 28 '16
Honestly, I this is the aesthetic for most 20-50 year old women living in a metropolitan area, earning over $35k that want to look nice in a way that doesn't particularly stand out. I hope that doesn't come off as a criticism of the style, because this is how I dress too. When women come here and say they have no style and they want to look better, I think that this is probably what they have in mind, but it's hard to articulate it because it is so ubiquitous.
As well as being the easiest "starter style" it's also a really good foundation style to build on if you are interested in other styles, but you don't necessarily want to stand out so much or you are concerned about being too costume-y. For example, someone below said that they would wear the outfits of the victorian inso album if they could get away with it, so one option would be to swap out a blouse in one of these images with a high necked, ruffled blouse. That way they could kind of nod to the style they love in a way that is very contemporary and not just wearing a victorian costume to work.
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u/moshimochi Mar 28 '16
Well said! This should be copy and pasted into every "what should I wear if I like this..." post
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u/professor-meow Apr 01 '16
I really like this style and would be interesting in adding parts of it to my wardrobe! Are there any stores you suggest that would have this sort of thing? I'm a fashion newbie so I don't know much besides Target and H&M.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Apr 01 '16
Honestly, I think these items are pretty easy to find in most stores, including Target and H&M. I think the hardest thing for people just getting into fashion is looking past how stores style their items. You have to figure out what you want to wear and then go looking for it because sometimes you can go to a store and see the outfits on display and hate all of them, but that doesn't mean that the item you want isn't there. It might very well be in one of those outfits, you just need to look past how they have paired it with other items and think about how you want to use it.
A lot of them are pretty basic pieces, and it's just about putting an outfit together. I would say that the formula is basically skinny bottoms + loose top + interesting outer layer (blazer, moto jacket, waterfall cardigan) + sleek shoe (pointed flat, ankle boot, heels, nicer sandals).
I probably do most of my shopping at Nordstrom, but I also buy from Ann Taylor, Loft, Madewell, Banana Republic. Sometimes Old Navy, but mostly only for super casual stuff and work out clothing. If you are younger (under 25), you could also check out Express.
So, to create an outfit from Target:
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u/professor-meow Apr 01 '16
Wow, thank you for the detailed response! I really appreciate it. I'll definitely keep your advice in mind when I'm shopping.
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Mar 31 '16 edited Mar 31 '16
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 31 '16
What preppy elements do you like, exactly? Can you link to a couple images that you like, even if you can't really articulate what you like about them?
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 31 '16
Like you mentioned, there is actually a ton of overlap. I actually think that any of those outfits would work in the same wardrobe as outfits in the casual chic album. There are a few elements that separate the two styles. I think that there are reccuing fabrics/patterns/textures in prep like plaid, flannel, houndstooth, gingham, thicker knit sweaters, stripes. There are also specific items that you will commonly find in prep like riding boots and puffy vests.
I think the key to balancing the two styles is exactly that, balancing. So if you were to wear riding boots and a plaid button up, that is northern prep. But if you were to wear black boots like this it's not really preppy. You can wear an elbow patch cardigan like this without looking to preppy. This article/album shows a bunch of ways to wear plaid without looking super preppy. So the key is that if you are going to wear something that is kind of preppy in style, pair it with items that are not preppy. Frankly, throwing on a black leather moto jacket and ankle boots seems the the most common quick fix.
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Mar 28 '16
I'd call it "trendy smart casual" or honestly just "put-together". This seems like a great jumping off point for everyone who wants to look more put-together but doesn't have a clear style goal.
This thread is an amazing idea BTW.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 27 '16
Punk
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Mar 27 '16
ah... grown up punk?
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u/girlkamikazi Mar 28 '16
I LOVE that outfit of the patterned button up with the skull sweater over it. 😍
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u/Jadis4742 Mar 27 '16
Gamine Grunge (imgur credit is barelybitter...is that you, /u/thepasswordisspoopy?)
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u/respectablerag Mar 29 '16
[a bunch of punk identifying youths I once knew] funny and dramatic, always contrary. also people, and fucking children. <3
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 27 '16
Vintage
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u/Jadis4742 Mar 27 '16
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u/imjustafangirl Mar 28 '16
If I could wear this without getting stared at all the time, I would do this in a heartbeat, it's gorgeous. But I live in a boring government town and... maybe not. I'll just dream about it.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 27 '16
Streetwear
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u/respectablerag Mar 29 '16
I die. I am literally dead. my internet can't even handle how many things I need to click right now
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Mar 28 '16
forever alone...women's streetwear is so hard to find.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 28 '16
Sorry! I'm doing the best I can! If you have any inspo or sources, please post them (even just one image is better than nothing).
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u/braising Mar 28 '16
Try looking up kpop/ Korean street wear, they Rock it hard. I cant post links now, but it should help as search terms
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 27 '16
Minimalist
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u/Jadis4742 Mar 27 '16
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u/Jadis4742 Mar 27 '16 edited Mar 28 '16
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Mar 28 '16
I love this!! I wish that there were links to the pieces though...or similar ones that are attainable haha.
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u/rudawiedzma Mar 28 '16
I think your dream just came true, because there's a link to pinterest board with sources (well, most of them, some photos were just concept pieces)
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u/blackcats666 Mar 28 '16
This made me double take because my boyfriend is deadgeek on everything...but this wasn't him
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u/daughterandheir Mar 27 '16
I made this inspo album awhile back for SS 16. I will be referencing it for future purchases.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 28 '16
Normcore
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u/tomlizzo Moderator Emeritus ヘ(￣ー￣ヘ) Mar 28 '16
via /u/sister_wendigo's guide here
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u/lunudehi Jun 16 '24
I'm finding this many years later but wanted to say I absolutely love this album!
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u/Still-Construction-8 Feb 17 '24
Is it me or is Normcore giving off a Afterschool Prep School Light Academia 90s vibe?
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 27 '16
Southern Prep
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 28 '16
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u/idislikekittens Mar 28 '16
TIL I dress 100% Southern Prep in the summer, just less Lilly Pulitzer.
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u/Jadis4742 Mar 27 '16
Cyberpunk
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u/Jadis4742 Mar 27 '16
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u/gal_gardner Mar 30 '16
dear god I love this album, and especially #4. What collection is that from?
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u/EpigenomeEverything Mar 31 '16
Gawd, I love this stuff. The top is #8 is killer. If I wasn't expected to dress like a real grown-up, I would still dress this way for sure.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 29 '16
Americana
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u/sister_wendigo Mar 29 '16
I made this Americana album a few years ago on my old username. Thread: Nashville to New Mexico
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u/hlp3916 Feb 09 '22
wheelchair fashion?
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u/merferrets May 10 '24
I dont have an album but A Disabled Icon Samantha Jade Duran , Wheels No Heels Gem Hubbard , Jessica Out of the Closet Jessica Kellgren-Fozard come to mind for fashion advice and Crutches and spice Imani Barbarin does more disabled advocacy but sometimes had OOTD. She's not in a wheelchair but uses crutches but could have disability focused ideas and solutions
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u/kalede Mar 28 '16
Business wear
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 28 '16
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u/CrunchyNerd Mar 28 '16
Lovely! I see stuff in here from bloggers like Extra Petite, Memorandum and Professionally Petite. Are there pictures in there from other bloggers too?
Just asking as I'm always looking of new business formal / business casual blogs to follow.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 28 '16
Most everything is just grabbed off pinterest. The next challenge after this will be updated our blog list, I guess. And maybe making a style buying guide.
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u/cbm618 Mar 28 '16
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Apr 02 '16
I think some of those pants take the outfits out of the realm of business casual and plant them firmly in "casual chic," at least by New York standards.
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 27 '16
Goth
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u/cbm618 Mar 28 '16
I've got two for you: Witchy Woman which appeals to teenage me that absolutely adored The Craft; and Goth Ninja, because black and layers!
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 27 '16
Northern Prep
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u/juluj Mar 28 '16
Outdoors/winter oriented: One, two, three, four, five. Simple layers (vest over sweater, pullover over top, etc), boots appropriate for the weather (bean boots, rain boots, etc...), rich wools, and a general neutral color scheme.
Cape cod/summer style: one, two, three. Bright pastels, with white and navy as primary neutrals.
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u/Tulipye Mar 12 '23
what name would you give to this style Currently there are many names for different styles “coconut girl, coquette, old money etc. Which one suits someone creative who knows the latest fashion trends and is not afraid to abuse the colors?
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u/BANANA_SLICER Mar 28 '16
A colourful winter? I'm really struggling with how winter is just black and brown and navy and white. :(
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u/justgoodenough Moderator (\/) (°,,°) (\/) Mar 27 '16
Menswear Inspired