Style essence

If you're struggling to feel like your clothes represent the real you, consider exploring style essences. From the work of Harriet McJimsey and John Kitchener, style essences are intrinsic to who you are, and offer a way to dress and accessorize yourself authentically. These 7 essences: dramatic, gamine, natural, classic, romantic, ingenue, and ethereal have difference presentations in both color and style, and can help you feel more like YOU in your clothing.

In this post, I will be discussing the Dramatic Essence- what it is, how it can be expressed, and how to tell if you have it. Note: In body types analysis, I used the Kibbe system of body typing. For essence analysis, I will be using both the Kibbe and the Kitchener systems. I am adding the Kitchener system as I think it’s both more comprehensive and intuitive, and I have had no issues with using the two systems together. In fact, I think they complement each other.

In this post, I will be discussing the Classic Essence- what it is, how it can be expressed, and how to tell if you have it. Note: In body types analysis, I used the Kibbe system of body typing. For essence analysis, I will be using both the Kibbe and the Kitchener systems. I am adding the Kitchener system as I think it’s both more comprehensive and intuitive, and I have had no issues with using the two systems together. In fact, I think they complement each other.

Style essences are essentially the harmonious reflection of your inner and outer self and your style lines. They seek to bridge the gap between your body and your clothing lines. They take into consideration your

The 7 style essences are all about finding the right clothing shapes and details that will harmonize with your features.We all have different types of beauty and are perceived in a different way than others. This is why sometimes some lines look stunning in some people, but when we try them, we feel like it

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Learn how to recognise and dress the natural style essence in this comprehensive guide. The natural style essence is one of seven style essences.

Style essences are essentially the harmonious reflection of your inner and outer self and your style lines. They seek to bridge the gap between your body and your clothing lines. They take into consideration your