Please excuse the serial killer look I've got going on there-I hadn't had my dr pepper yet when I took this photo.
So...style. When I was in the 5th grade, I would wear leggings and my dad's football jersey. Or I would tie a bandana around my neck. Or wear a long sleeved shirt undneath a short sleeved one.
I experimented with style and I loved finding my own unique looks that suited me.
Then puberty hit and we went through yet another move and insecurity set in and my main goal was just to fit in. I didn't want to experiment, I just wanted the latest fashions so that I matched everyone else.
That habit stuck around for a long while.
As I am opening up more to my authentic self, I find the desire to play with style and find looks that thrill me again. And there are threads of the old longing to fit in still clinging to my bones so I'm a little nervous. Therefor, I thought a photo experiment would be a fabulous way to enjoy the journey more. If you'd like to follow along...I've created a set on my flickr account and I'll be adding photos and my comments most days.
What nudges to explore are you feeling?
2 comments:
This reminds me of a quote that says “Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say, and not giving a damn.”
Rock on Joy Rebel!
I'm exploring this too Brandi..that dressing as I please in what makes me happy and feel good rather than what I feel is "necessary" or "mainstream".
I think photographing your style evolution is a wonderful idea...and by the way -- you look amazing!!! Keep going!
Dress as only a joy rebel can!!!
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