3 Easy Ways To Transform Your Style // the geek is chic

[@sarahsuero]

I love the ease of monochrome dressing! I save up and purchase what I need/want if it’s perfection. I’ll go a full year sometimes without buying any new items. Taking superb care of what I have and then playing with combinations keeps it interesting. Gratitude saves a lot of time and money. A pop of color is my boost of happy, interesting or quirky interest. Kelly green, a blue red, royal purple or blue tend to be my happy pops. I also love a soft pink when I want to feel ultra feminine without literal frills. I’ll stick with a base monochrome and then play with the details. It makes dressing easy and fun.

[@YaraMel]

Banning jeans was the best thing I ever did too. Love trousers and pants, so much more comfortable!

[@brittanymcmcmc9730]

All of your tips are totally valid and can apply to anyone (and people can alter them to fit themselves)! For example, if you love pink, white and cream you could make that your "monochrome" wardrobe. For me personally I'm in line with you, trying to buy more monochrome this year and I am also only investing in preloved luxury pieces. I still love prints, so its hard to cut that out but sticking to black/white/gray prints helps a lot.

[@thegeekischic]

Thank you, I am glad you found my video useful!😊😊

[@rundalina]

A couple thoughts. I do think personal style can evolve over time and with lifestyle. In my 20s I had no style! In my 30s I was working in a corporate job and seeing clients in London and I gravitated to knee-length skirts or dresses and high heels. In my downtime I was a committed skinny jean wearer. Now I don’t work in an office and am moving to a more casual, rural place I’m into maxi and midi dresses with a more manageable heel or boot and relaxed and wide-fit jeans. You might think you have ‘found’ your personal style but still be open to things shifting over time. I’m also now hesitant to de-clutter any items unless they are unflattering or worn out. You never know when something might fit back in with your style. There are a few things I got rid of thinking they didn’t fit with my personal style and now I’d love to have them back. Just put them into storage if you have the space so they don’t take up room in your closet. Love your videos.

[@josefineoijer]

Yes please do a video when you pick outfits blindfolded!!!

[@msyang7915]

I dirched denim (blue denim) and went monochrome 3 years ago and have never looked back. Takes me less than 5 mins to dress in the morning 👍 Loooove your style AND your video content xxoo 💋

[@nubbyrose87]

Your videos come across as very thoughtful which reflects the thoughtfulness and analysis you’ve done for your own style. Based on the fashion videos I’ve watched a few tips that are helping me are: quality over quantity, monochrome can be so elegant, classic over trendy maybe a better value. Still learning. You’ve been very helpful plus I enjoy your videos. 😊

[@KasiaVoss]

Thanks for inspiration... again 😉

[@viki.ortner]

Since January I also started to apply the rule of buying one item per month. Thought I was the only one :D when I told about this to my friends they looked at me like its not possible....... It all starts with appreciating my own wardrobe be thankful for what I have and smartly buy one item per month instead of being constantly pushed by media or social media into shopping which is so bad for my bank account and the environment. And since I was buying only one item I could really do a nice research about what I was going to buy and choose which brand I was gonna support with my purchase. I am trying to support more sustainable brands. Is anybody else here that is trying to buy one fashion item per month?

[@lalchhandamiralte5979]

This is such a good idea

[@Leyla_ashirova]

Oh such a good idea! Thanks 😁

[@brittanymcmcmc9730]

Also! Blindfold outfit challenge sounds amazing!

[@dobcsek]

I used to be monochromatic and I have to say I forced myself to introduce some colours to brighten up my face because after a certain age, black and grey just doesn’t make any favours. Black is still my favorite colour but I avoid buying black tops and coats. As for jeans, I used to work in consulting with a very strict dress code so I never really worn jeans. I started to wear them again a couple of years ago and, again, they make me look much younger. Although I sort of disagree with 2 of your tips, I really enjoy the series. Different things work for different people in different age ranges. Please keep up the videos, I really enjoy them!

[@v1mu]

I agree about black-- although I'm a deep autumn/ winter, black still feels aging to me. I look and feel younger when I'm wearing navy or blue.

[@elsinina]

Same here

[@janicevin4207]

I really appreciate watching fashion related youtube videos that do not talk about the ever present combo: jeans, Tshirt and blazer!!! I want more originality so thank you for sharing yours! I am a fan of your style (it is close to mine) but I also like to watch the youtubers that dare other kinds of style, like more colours.....

[@chelseasorrell6363]

Could you make a video about plus size friendly fashion? It's really hard to find quality clothes when you're bigger and I find your tips so helpful. ♥️ Love your videos

[@mybagoftheday1722]

I am extremely interested in this topic! I have found it easier to come up with different outfits when I have downsized and edited my wardrobe significantly. However I have added more denim haha! It is my vibe right now. But maybe I will add some sophistication by getting a pair of white denim trousers. You have such a dreamy wardrobe, I love your recent Balenciaga coat and blazer additions. I would like to see more of your wardwobe, what you have and use.

[@thegeekischic]

Thank you so much for your comment! Your request is noted:) 💖

[@JJSolitude]

Great tips. I think I'll work toward giving up denim but use black denim as the bridge into trousers. I stay away from too much color and pattern, it makes things so much easier and looks more rich.

[@rossatoppinen8076]

I never had this moment ' I have nothing to wear' reason: I only wear white shirt & black jeans/ pants for work & white/ grey tshirts with black jeans in weekend. I don't waste time to think everyday. EASY 👌

[@juranpark2342]

Thank you for sharing this. In my personal style journey I find myself heading towards your last point ie. gravitating towards less and less color. You're right, monochrome looks chic, saves time and money. I never seem to get the wear out of my colored items as much as the neutral ones.

[@pathos9864]

I haven’t been wearing denim too much in my 20s but after 35+ I rediscovered it! And I love my denim straight leg jeans! Denim works increasingly well and chic with t-shirts, smart blouses, white relaxed cotton shirts, blazers, sweaters,... and it does suit my better at my age now rather than 10 years ago. It is absolutely normal to change your style/preferences over the time. Whatever looked great “then” doesn’t necessarily have the same power “now”. The same goes for color. As much as I adore black I have to admit that it is not as complimentary for me as it used to be in the past (though some various textured black outfits have a great potential in my wardrobe); so, I just embrace the fact that my face, complexion, hair etc are different and some other colors nay look beneficial. All in all, I guess there is no unique transformation formula that would work for everyone, but it is absolutely interesting to have a sneak peek at other person’s evolution in style ;)

[@debholtz54]

Great info!!! I stopped wearing denim jeans but now find myself wearing black denim. My wardrobe has slowly evolved over these many years to become monochrome by happenstance. I do like it better and your correct...It does make getting dressed easier but dangerous of becoming boring.

[@mk1642]

I also stopped wearing denim from my late 20's until I turned 40 last year. Then, I suddenly started to wear my old Helmut Lang/ Miu Miu/ Edwin or Wrangler jeans from my university student years again! I got so many compliments about my 2nd change of style which made me feel so good. It also felt so good to see that those denims still do fit me after all those years! I also went to a very monochromatic phase in my 30's. I started to reintroduce colors in my wardrobe only last year. It gave me a second youth and I've been even more adventurous (orange, pink, light blue, print) than in my 20's! So, who knows? Maybe you will transform your style again in a few years!

[@sunniva2407]

I like these kinds of videos, please keep them coming! Hope you will touch upon themes like silhouettes, which I think is so important (but very difficult to figure out) when wearing monochromatic outfits.

[@TheMsDominicius]

I love those tips👌🏻great video👏🏻 that would be an amazing challenge to pick your outfit with eyes closed😃looking forward to that!

[@angelaaggarwal2814]

Really loved watching this video. Thank you ❤️

[@sharonomarycasey6859]

I think a really fun video would be for you to randomly pick an item from your wardrobe from different categories such as a top, a bottom, a show, a layering piece, an accessory, etc. and put them together. Or show how to adjust them. It would really put a capsule, monochromatic wardrobe to the test!

[@sara.sara.]

This is a very interesting video! Thank you

[@Habibidance]

Great advice & tips! Love your channel❤️

[@tassjournal]

I also wearing more trousers + long skirt, do this once per month shopping high quality item and create my color pallete. leave behind denim shorts, sweatshirt hoodie and fast fashion.

[@donnapug]

Happy Sunday!!

[@classysassy1391]

I agree with you.... quality over quantity. I to as well use to purchase a lot from H&M and Zara and the quality just wasn’t there. I now purchase less but I wait for the sales from Neiman’s, Net-a-Porter or Nordstrom. I enjoyed the tips!!

[@joanwalters4741]

Yes, great and informative 👏🏻. Loved the advice, thank You💝

[@lisaomay]

Actually interested! 🤣😘

[@chiaramorinelli3010]

Another great video! Love the subject and looking forward to the series 😊 I have a special request for you: it would be great if you could do an outfit video like the one you did for the fall 😊😊 I mean a video with different outfits for the office and for the free time for SS 2020 ❤️❤️❤️

[@thegeekischic]

Hey Chiara, I am definately planning another outfit video soon!💖

[@chiaramorinelli3010]

the geek is chic great! Hope you are feeling better dear Evelyn! Have a wonderful weekend 😘

[@devincristopher3]

I want to limit my spending this year so i can afford to invest in a nice pair of shoes🎀 love your videos!

[@MissMyanco]

Smart tips!

[@sandragams]

Thank you for the video!!🤗

[@sherryedwards695]

Tip only has 1 p. Great tips. For myself I enjoy having lots of colours and lots of choices. I would feel totally confused if I didn't have many clothes to choose from.

[@sophiayang9844]

Very inspiring video! Thanks! Also wanted to ask many times - what is the brand and name of your necklace?

[@thegeekischic]

Thank you! My necklace is a custom made piece that I got made in memory of my grandfather with a vintage coin .💓

[@sophiayang9844]

the geek is chic thank you for the reply. No wonder it is so special!

[@v1mu]

I prefer to wear dresses... would that be cheating the blindfold challenge? :) Love your style and your conversations about fashion! So refreshing to have someone who "geeks out" over it as well.

[@paolaalviz7104]

I’m early yay!✨ I love love love this channel 😎

[@thegeekischic]

Thank you! Hope you enjoyed the video!💓

[@supercjh]

Balayage?

[@pixsiedoll2341]

May I ask how old you are

[@thegeekischic]

I am 34, turning 35 soon:)

[@ihath]

I like the idea of only buying one item each month.

[@oravenheart]

95% of my clothes are somewhere on the spectrum between light blue and navy and i absolutely HATE it. i didn't plan this, it just kind of happened

[@demandarinita4972]

oravenheart same here! 🤚🏼

[@ritagaston1556]

Better to have more images while you talk. Because hard to listen to so many words wo examples.