How to Dress for Who You Actually Are, Not Who You Think You Should Be

Today's episode is an important one! I'm covering how to find your 3 style words AND the outfit formula you need to transform how you get dressed: Grab your 3-Style Words Workbook here when you sign-up to my Substack newsletter:  Discover how to unlock your authentic style and make wardrobe decisions with confidence. In this episode, Lisa Gilby shares practical tools like finding 3 words to describe your style (SO POWERFUL) and the 'fit, fire, flare' formula to help you dress intentionally and feel unstoppable every day. Main Topics: The importance of clarity on personal style in wardrobe function How personal style evolves and how to identify your own The three word method: defining your style in three adjectives The significance of describing how you want to feel, not just look Examples of celebrity style descriptors for inspiration Using the three word method workbook for clarity A wardrobe framework: fit, fire, and flare — balancing comfort, confidence, and creativity Practical tips for adding personality and interest through textures, silhouettes, and accessories Embracing secondhand shopping and sustainable fashion How to identify wardrobe gaps aligned with your style words Three Word Method Workbook (Link to subscribe and access the workbook) Disco Kids T-shirt collection (Fun graphic tees to add personality) Oxfam Online Secondhand Shop (Great for vintage and sustainable fashion treasures) Follow Lisa on Instagram Lisegillbestylist Connect with Lisa Gillbe: Super Styling with Lisa Gillbe Substack (Join the community and access resources) Style Power Facebook Group (Free community for style discussions)   Timestamps: 00:00 - Why wardrobe clarity matters and common wardrobe issues 00:28 - The focus of the episode: clarifying personal style 00:57 - The two main wardrobe problems: lack of clarity and wrong clothing mix 1:27 - How volume in wardrobe creates confusion and indecision 1:53 - The evolution of personal style through life phases 2:21 - The importance of taking time to understand your current style 2:50 - Introducing the three word method to define your style 3:19 - How to choose three adjectives that reflect how you want to feel 4:16 - The origin of the three word method and its recent popularity 4:44 - Moving beyond outdated style labels to a multilayered style identity 5:14 - Personal example: discovering vintage as a style word 6:12 - Using celebrity sty