Because, if we are to believe Oscar Wilde, everyone else is already taken, and it would be a shame to spend this precious time of ours looking like and behaving like the rest of the world, without expressing our unique self. You can always draw inspiration from style icons, designers, or your 85-year-old first-door neighbor to create your own authentic style, but the key is to use their self-expression through style to fuel your own imagination.

Once you master the art of finding that balance between timeless, classic, new, and daring, you will feel at home in your own skin, leave a lasting impression on everyone who meets you, and of course, grow your inner identity with every stylish piece you craft or choose.

So, How Can You Create Your Own Authentic Style?

Treat Yourself to a Brainstorming Session

Start by getting a more in-depth understanding of your self-perception. Which words would describe you? Which colors are you madly in love with? Which shapes, patterns, and symbols do you love? Who are the people you admire most and why?

Some of the answers you come up with could be the key to finally uncovering that you, for instance, would feel best wearing your old college jeans, but with a new paw patch or a slogan, and that you’d love to dye your hair green. And don’t stop there, make it a habit to always question and change your little mood board with new ideas because just like your persona, your own authentic style is allowed to be fluid and change in time.

Revisit Your Wardrobe

It’s never too early (or too late) to start a spring-cleaning session for your wardrobe! And now that you’re ready to finally get out of your style rut once and for all, you can spend a day ditching everything you’ve outgrown, both physically and style-wise.

You can always upgrade your most favorite items with fun add-ons, cutting them into different shapes and repurposing them (old jeans make for the best-ripped shorts ever), but selling and donating are other options to consider. After that, you can get, tailor or make your own new authentic style items that resonate with your true self.

Update Your Makeup and Accessories

It’s no coincidence that they are called statement pieces, because sometimes a single item, such as a necklace or a ring can dictate your entire outfit, and we use them to completely express our attitudes and beliefs. For instance, some of the latest trends stealing the spotlight in sunny Australia include layered, chunky, and items in bright, and loud colors.

There’s no need to stick to trends religiously, but use them as a source of fun ideas to update your look and to find the items that are in line with your desired authentic style. If you’re a fan of simple pendants, then go for it, no need to force your style in an unwanted direction – stay true to who you are.

Beautify Your Body

There are more permanent ways you can express your identity and beliefs, such as body piercing and tattoos. They can commemorate a relevant event, someone you love, or simply represent your strongest traits. Symbols from various cultures, such as koi in Japan, which stands for persistence and strength, add a new layer of meaning to your style, and an aura of mystery to your look.

Since this will be a life-long body adornment, it’s best to take your time before you choose which symbols and images you’d like to use, and get your Japanese tattoos in Sydney where experienced tattoo artists can guide you through the whole process of choosing and designing your own tattoo.

Explore the World of Fragrances

We are deeply sensual beings, and as such, we not only respond to visual and tactile sensations but scents as well. They are a significant part of how we perceive others, and their impression of us is affected by them to a great extent.

Different fragrances are known to evoke different emotions, boost your self-confidence and make you feel more feminine, assertive, or mysterious. They range from deeply musky, candy-sweet, fruit-based, all the way to light and fresh, so you can even create your selection of “top three” to switch between different occasions.

It’s a life-long game, making and re-making your own authentic style, but one that you should enjoy to the very last bit of baubles and duds. Take your time to analyze and discover the most powerful aspects of your identity, and let them rise to the surface with the right style choices, so that you can flaunt your look and let the world know who you truly are.

About the Author

Amy Mia Goldsmith is a lifestyle blogger at highstylife.com and lives in Melbourne, Australia. Her greatest passion is fashion, beauty, and a healthy lifestyle. When she is not shopping, she loves to spend her free time reading and traveling.