7 Deadly Sins of Style: Sloth

[@SP-cu4lx]

YASSSSS!!!! So trueeeeeee. And the truth is, if you respect yourself, it will show. Same with respect for others, we should all show up as the best version of ourselves. You can dress your best with ANY budget, it's a matter of how much you care/love/respect yourself. Also, brushing your hair costs NOTHING. The biggest truth bomb of all, LOOKS DO MATTER. As always, Lauren gets it right!!

[@phoenix11215]

Thank you for this, Lauren. One of the biggest excuses for sloth I've heard is fashion apathy. People claiming not to care or supposedly being above fashion. You don't have to have the latest Chanel. Just do the bare minimum. Launder your clothes, run a comb through your hair, invest in an iron.

[@LaurenMessiah]

Yasss!!! You get it :)

[@BerylWalubengoAnyitiNanyama]

Sylvia Mann Lovely

[@clairethemom]

I'd say 75% of my friends are doing the "sloth look." I live in the Pacific Northwest where a lot of people look like they're going camping, even at the symphony. If I wear an outfit, even casual, they always say, "You're so dressed up!" So, I become the inappropriate one in their eyes.

[@akiyoshidai]

poor you... :/

[@gigilarsen]

Claire Germain Nail I agree! People in the PNW definitely have their own sense of style.

[@eleanorrigby5240]

Claire Germain Nail Oh My God, I feeeeel you! I live in a small town in Michigan, and no one caaaares about clothes. So, even if I dress casual chic, people look at me like I'm a weirdo. 😳😳😳

[@ladywytch129]

I can feel your pain! Around here, just matching equals dressing up!

[@altitudeiseverything3163]

Same, here in Colorado!

[@mpmg67]

I have been guilty of this, at times. Other times, my sloth was due to depression, which is a whole different issue. Sometimes when I want to give my skin a rest from makeup, I will at least put on a red lipstick - sometimes that's all you need - but you're right, Lauren, there is no excuse to look like a bum

[@maritzamolina2100]

At first, I thought her outfit was going to be an example of "Sloth Style".

[@ebebeato7870]

Maritza Molina I thought the same thing!

[@aight33]

me too

[@Vesperrv]

I am so guilty of this. Not because I'm particularly lazy but because I have a chronic pain disorder and I have no idea how to put outfits together out of the million clothes I've collected. Some days it feels like I don't care, comfort is top priority and life isn't worth getting dressed up for lately :/. So this one definitely hits home haha.

[@WholeFoodSpark]

I have chronic pain too. The thing that's helped me the most is buying neutral basics. Go through everything you own and get rid of anything you don't wear, things that don't fit, have holes and/or stains, garments that aren't in a flattering colour, etc. Then see what you need. Everything I own mixes and matches together. I keep things simple - one necklace, my wedding rings, and my watch. Leggings are awesome and comfy but you can take it one step up and wear jeggings or a sweater dress with leggings and a cute pair of boots. I also love dresses. They're one piece and you can wear them all year round with a cardigan, jean jacket, leggings, etc. If you get cold easily - FLEECE is your best friend! Hope that helps.

[@tired799]

Don't let it get to you. Chronic pain is a remarkably good reason to not invest time and effort into your "look." I struggle with chronic illness as well and, as a result, I have days where I go makeupless and in sweatpants... I've found that if you find the right people, they care more about your wellbeing than your clothing. This video is judgemental more than it is helpful, and not reflective of most people.

[@ingridgallagher1029]

I have fibromyalgia, so I get this. I have switched recently to mostly dresses and skirts; that has definitely helped me to be more comfortable and confident when I have to face the world. But there are times when the attacks are so bad, I call it a win when I can shower properly and change into fresh pajamas. In those times, when I have no choice but to run an errand, it's sweats, a hoodie, ball cap and sunglasses-forget about a bra!

[@kaoutarlabriyaj9149]

hi lauren, love your advices, can you please make a video on different types of coats and how to style them? thank you

[@LaurenMessiah]

Great idea! Adding to my list to answer :)

[@LDugan-zp3cp]

Another great video, Lauren! I love your honest and straight forward advice. I remember an extremely helpful video you made about investing in a leather jacket and showed several jackets in different price brackets. I'd love to see new similar videos about other classic pieces that require investment. Purses or coats, for example? Thanks for all your help and advice, keep it up! ❤

[@ajujuadoidoi]

I would like this as well!!

[@lyndellwerling]

Great video! I like that you incorporated makeup and hair into this. Excellent job.

[@diamondnebula_]

4:37 made me laugh I don't even know why "okay Lauren cares"

[@lestranged]

When you started doing this 7 sins series, I KNEW that sloth was going to be me!

[@lestranged]

But sloths are the cutest animals!

[@julieturner1541]

I love your opening outfit.

[@casscass1778]

Hi Lauren, thanks for the great vid. I was never a sloth prior to suffering from PTSD and depression now I am reasonably well again I am trying to rebuild my life and my wardrobe. I got use to hiding under my hat and sunnies but I have now grown to love wearing hats, because I work from home now, I don't do my hair as much, as I have naturally curly hair and I live in the tropics it is so time consuming. I usually only wear a hat when I'm wearing denim shorts or jeans and flats, i don't know how to pair a hat with something more feminine and dressy. Can you share your ideas on how to pair hats with a variety or styles/looks? Thank you

[@annaanna-jl8de]

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[@trixi1608]

I just love your deadly sins of style series - so on point..

[@dmurphy8264]

"It's disrespectful to your friends..." *Proceeds to continue bashing "friend".* Not feeling this video. Some people value fashion, some don't. If someone would rather spend time going for a run rather than researching how to look put together, or spend money on rent than new clothing or make up, que sera sera. To each their own. Some of my friends are terrible at fashion, but they are great friends and I would never be embarrassed to be seen with them.

[@kellidifrancesco6424]

I am guilty of the "sloth" look. I work from home, so I usually look like a mess at home. When I go out no one would know about my sloth home life b/c I pull it together. But for myself and my family I can't go around looking like a hot mess anymore :)

[@Capoop.]

What are some tips to spice up school uniform

[@LaurenMessiah]

Oooh that's a great video topic! Going to add that to my list.

[@Capoop.]

Lauren Messiah ant wait!! Thank you

[@lesliecarnes8775]

LoVe LoVe LoVe the dress hanging up. Where can I find something timeless like this? Btw, I wish you could talk to high school girls. You have such great practical advice and I hate seeing these young girls walking around in their dang pg's!

[@victorialavelle1052]

I hoped you will put this style you wearing on mistake style. Its really wtf?

[@andreareedy2043]

I was hoping she was going to use it as an example 😬

[@andreareedy2043]

I didn’t want to be mean but your right wtf , each to there own but I would take leggings and a shirt over it anyday 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@luxybubblesluxybubbles5951]

So on point 👏🏻

[@NinaThomas]

You should do makeovers! I'd love for you to give me tips. (Although I don't think I'm too bad)

[@BerylWalubengoAnyitiNanyama]

Even with the long skirt I think you look great! Long skirt doesn't mean sloth. Beautiful.

[@ioannaxatzopoulou]

I am a sloth......without the stain & smell part.....my biggest problem is shoes...i can only wear all-stars...anything else is hurting me

[@sonibhuju]

You are putting your comfort before other people's needs. How dare you?

[@ioannaxatzopoulou]

Sony Shrestha with pleasure 😂😂😂

[@altitudeiseverything3163]

I am the same. Cute shoes aren’t worth foot surgery! Actually, decades of wearing heels is exactly why my feet are such a mess now, that I can’t even wear a cute pair of ballet flats without pain! Luckily, you and I can take advantage of the athleisure trend and wear our sneaks with a dress, or with jeans and a blazer. Just choose another element - like that blazer, or a statement necklace - to elevate your outfit.

[@nicolewells5196]

So its not necessarily "laziness" when people are dressed down/comfortable. It could be finances and lack there of, it could be what they do for work (maybe it would be inappropriate and unwise to dress too stylish) and I think this video comes across as condescending and judgemental. Unless you've lived a day in others shoes, you don't know why they present themselves the way they do. I don't believe in making someone feel badly about themselves based on their wardrobe.

[@nadiariveraa]

nicole wells I saw this video the same way

[@aight33]

it could also be depression or other issues someone has in their life that are more important than fashion, like grief or mental issues

[@wyvernnymph5757]

I feel like this was a bit condescending fashion isn't everthing

[@sonibhuju]

I honestly lost a little respect for her after this video. I know someone who puts effort in their clothes but still it looks like they didn't put any effort. They like simple and plain clothes and their sense of style is really bad.

[@akiyoshidai]

Hey Lauren, no offense but I don't like your "experimental" style as much as I used to like your style from 1-2 years ago. Sorry I just don't see the coherent rules you've always taught us while you're wearing a cap with a double fabric skirt plus a striped shirt. Of course it's your looks and your channel but as a request of a faithful subbie, I miss more of your colour, dresses and former feminine rock chick vibe.

[@thefeistymunchkin]

akiyoshidai1231 agreed! Sloth may be a sin but i think trying too hard (like with the denim part of the skirt here) is one too...

[@goodfay]

sunglasses of course, pumps, whatever. Agree

[@Honeypepper.]

WHAT! What is is wrong with your friend??! I mean here it is she has a professional stylist for a FRIEND that is practically begging her to allow her to give her a proper makeover and she refuses???! She needs to trade places with me!

[@HereIAm247]

I like the idea of 'jus one stylish thing'; but this can be dangerous terretory for some people. :P I am the girl, who would wear a beautiful, blue maxi dress, and pair it with a hot pink cap with a picture of tweety, and a beige pair of trekking sandals. Or a long, feminine army green maxi dress, with a purple fleece, same trekking sandals, and a beige hat. All by choice, and thinking it was super cool. I like to think I am past that period, but you never know. ;)

[@tehmoneyyy]

My mom met you her name is Tiffany Gunn and she took a picture with you

[@LaurenMessiah]

Aww! I remember Tiffany. Love her

[@tehmoneyyy]

Lauren Messiah lol

[@geegee8058]

Lauren, I have forwarded this video to a few peeps🤣 Love it, dead ON Right❤️ 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕👠👗👛👡👜👚👖👟👒👝

[@annajames9682]

That outfit is strange and hideous

[@theamethyst93]

That's me with leggings I'm going to challenge myself to not wear leggings for 6 months

[@tired799]

This perspective is at best unsympathetic, and at worst deeply disrespectful. Your priorities are not universal, and time and energy are not unlimited resources. Approaching the issue with those factors in mind would have made this video far more compelling. As it is, the tips are fine, but the first half of the video is prohibitively close-minded and insulting to the point where you're probably repelling people who could benefit from the very tips you give at the end.

[@CharmedWitch4]

Not gonna lie, sloth is pretty much as my deadly sin.

[@alejandraboss5560]

Here :)

[@annajames9682]

Maybe your friend is secretly self conscious about her body?? Don’t be so judgmental

[@sondoselsarha]

U r the best

[@tehmoneyyy]

One of her teachers was a man and another one was a girl

[@ebebeato7870]

I’m sorry to say this but your outfit, hat, hair, whole look is a contradiction to your advice in this video, I honestly thought your outfit would be an example of sloth dressing.

[@Joshua19005]

Esther Beato DeGama Me too! 😄