Personal style
Putting together outfits, hunting vintage pieces and working out your own look.
- To start
- $50
- Each month
- $30
- Time
- 2 hours a week
- Sessions
- 1.5 hours or more
- Where
- At home or out
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It builds a collection you'll love curating.
- It's wide open for your own ideas.
- It slows your head right down.
- There's no one to beat, ever.
You’ll like it if
- You want to switch off
- You want to express yourself
- You want to build something of your own
Maybe not if
- You only have short gaps in your day
- You want something fast and exciting
- You want something to show for your time
What it feels like
Personal styleAverage arts & Expression hobbyBefore you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Pick up one vintage piece at a fair or charity shop and build three outfits around it with what you already own.
Questions
How much does personal style cost to start?
About $50 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $30 a month once you are going.
How much time does personal style take?
About 2 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 1.5 hours or more.
Can I do personal style at home?
Yes, or out if you prefer. Fits in a bag.
Is personal style good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Pick up one vintage piece at a fair or charity shop and build three outfits around it with what you already own.
Do I need other people for personal style?
No. It works fine on your own, though plenty of people do it together.