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[@teatodd2]

Big natural hair. I'm a lover of it, been wearing it for over 15 years. People would make fun of me for it, now it's everwhere. But once the trend pass I'll still be rocking mine. Its been my signature style. Good video. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@kdot96ix]

I'll still be rocking mine too! I've been natural since I was born. So I'm not apart of any "natural" trend

[@kadiyahlodge9430]

Chokers! I wore one the other day and felt pretty basic. I'm not even into chokers. I only wore it because my favorite bloggers are wearing them. Thanks for the reality check. I don't want to be basic...lol

[@mdh9247]

I like chokers

[@WoahStyle]

Bahhahaha basics like rose and pool floats. You might be my new favourite person. So glad I found your channel. I always say to “buy what you love and not the trends”. Trends drive me mental and you’re right, IG is full of them!

[@Donnamadonna2]

Athleisure. Aggressive highlight/contour/strobing during the day. Festival wear. Crop tops over 30.

[@Literally_Anything_Else]

Basic you tubers always wear black, white, grey or camel. The background decoration is minimal and exclusively black, white or grey. There are probably string lights and/or a mirrored surface somewhere in the shot. They are also probably wearing winged eyeliner. Not that I don't happily subscribe to some of these people, but that basic look does start to feel dull and uncreative.

[@eni3246]

Literally anything else I love black white grey and marble. That's my style. That's my aesthetic. Just cus a lot of people do it doesn't mean it's basic. I hate that word so much and it shouldn't be said anymore. And it annoys me how I can't like those colours and not be 'basic'

[@bukkyadeshiyan3503]

I am thrilled that a stylist can recognize a girl like me because I don't do trends l do me. Great video

[@kdot96ix]

Yes!!

[@Wildchile]

I like those pool floats. I think it's equally annoying when people try to be "original" all the time, as if they don't care about trends at all. I like your message here, be true to yourself, but it doesn't make sense to hate on popular trends just because they are popular either. I used to hate pop music just because it was overplayed. But some things are popular for a reason.

[@lalafunnys]

Thank!!! You!!! Not only that, but what does it matter to her? How is she the authority on all things "basic"? Who is she to say that the things people wear or like aren't things they already regularly enjoy? I like t-shirt dresses, t-shirt dresses are super on trend right now....does that make me basic? No! Because I like the style, and i could care less if it's popular or not. Some things are indeed popular for a reason, and if we go around waggling our fingers at the everything new all we'll be is stuck in the past.

[@karakol86]

A lot of people (men and women) get caught up in trends and they lose who they are by trying to look like everyone else. Fashion is about self-expression. If you like dressing like everyone else that is okay (as she says) but do it because you like it not because someone else tells you to. She is also catering to the audience that is diverse, and watches her videos regularly and she does have a particular message. I think individuality in fashion has been brought down because of instagram and general social media platforms despite how open our society is about fashion. Wear what you want!

[@mrzkking3391]

Muse California but I don't care. I happen to wear trends, but not on purpose. Lol Sorry to annoy.

[@saammmy7]

A lot of people actually don't care about trends at all

[@nclimon]

I love it when you rolled your eyes Instagram to stress the point that it is loaded with tons of basic trends. It shows how much frustrated and passionate you are in educating to people that is not what real fashion is. Point well taken! Am learning so much from you Lauren! Also I enjoy watching your videos with your straight up language and way of educating people. These are actual things you don't learn from any school. Continue shining on Lauren, inspiring more and more aspiring stylists like me!

[@abbymunify]

Love love love your channel!!! I'm a makeup artist. And it irritates me no ends to see everyone on Instagram trying to look like Kim K. So much makeup and no art. Just "basic".

[@LaurenMessiah]

Thank you! And yes I can't wait until the contour, crazy fake eyelashes, and crazy lips trend goes away!

[@stucumins8511]

I agree fully. So over bloggers who all basically look the same, following the fashion herd. One reason I stay loyal to your channel is that you have real style and present so individually with unique and interesting pieces. We are of a similar mind set girl! Thanks Lauren. Regards, Deb.

[@giette832]

The gray hair trend hahaha! !!

[@flingshopper3]

Thank you for being authentic!! I thought I was the only one thinking how basic most people are! So trendy and compromising who they really are to societies new standards. People think they are outside of the box but they are still in box...

[@alinasovane4341]

Thank you, I randomly came across this, and remembered what my style was and what I loved, I started looking more 'normal' or 'average' because I knew people would be more accepting. I'M GOING RIGHT BACK!! ;D

[@nikkisdomain2034]

U go girl! I loved this video. Ur smart, unique and genuine. I am binge watching videos.

[@trunks8896]

I don't really know what the currant trends are. but i hate it when I hear some one say they have an item in there closet that they are wait to ware till it comes back in style. i always tell them to ware it is they like not if other people like it.

[@BrujaCarrieLiz]

New England basic girl starter pack: Uggs and a North face

[@kdot96ix]

😂 nice one

[@mrzkking3391]

tarte. crackle lmbo...

[@hannahkelly274]

In Australia, basic for women is definitely those slim-fit ankle boots that pretty much mould to the shape of your leg, as well as turtleneck/roll neck knitwear.

[@annanaveira8043]

Love your channel madly, your philosophy on fashion has won my heart! Please I would love a video on your statement necklaces collection, how to style them and good brands to purchase them in the European area. Thank you very much!

[@olgaadams4004]

Amazing video ever, Lauren! Great explanation for better understanding of how one really could find and develop the signature style!

[@LaurenMessiah]

Thank you :)

[@brendadavis8758]

I am 61 and jeans have been my signature style since the 1970s. Even though the styles continue to change, jeans have remained the starting point in my everyday outfit, work outfit, evening outfit, weekend outfit. I have tried to wear different styles of clothing over the years such as skirts, dresses, tights, but I always felt like the clothes were not me, if that makes sense. I didn't feel comfortable. I felt out of place. I have always had a nice body and felt I looked good in jeans but after I turned 50 I started to question whether or not I should start wearing something else more appropriate for my age. I still haven't found anything yet that I felt more comfortable in or that made me look better than a pair of jeans. I love to dress up a pair of black jeans with a silk top and some heels. I also tend to stick to neutrals and rarely buy trendy clothes. So, as you can tell from me watching your videos, I am interested in fashion and learning new fashion tips, I just don't know how to go from living the jean life to dresses and skirts.

[@michaelkalivoda9324]

Your absolutely great !! But finding my own style has been really tough over the month I went thru three years of chemo.. radiation.losing 30 lbs. My teeth fell out haven't back to work in 4 years, I could dress or dress down, but I loved it JUST LOVE DRESSING TO THE TOP..... Now home on disability the kids are gone.....I make excuses to dress-up..so trying to find who I am. !!!!! YOUR VIDEOS ARE SOOOOO FANTASTIC..LOVE YA PATSY !!

[@am9299]

Love your way of teaching

[@bluntbeauty3470]

Okay, love Lauren, heck I went to SOS in LA! But.....I think some of you are thinking too deep with these things. IF following trends IS your style, find a way to make it your OWN. I see some of these comments and I'm like, seriously? Because, you follow a trend doesn't make you basic, following the trend and looking like EVERYONE else makes it basic. Add your personal style to it. Not to mention, me personally, my whole entire style is based on COMFORT. I don't like looking like it took me hours to figure out what to wear OR be the girl that is constantly fixing her outfit because she has SO much going on. The point, IMO, is to make it your own. Me, I think OVERDRESSING is BASIC. Most stylist, (and I'm saying most)...look all the same to me! Like they are trying so very hard to look stylish and fashionable, but look like crap. No shade =) lol!

[@Gosia-zv5fi]

I agree 100% ...awesome advice's ,thank you :)

[@Emiliapocalypse]

Good video. I have only one thing I’ve ever defined as being basic but then I spotted one of these in video so I won’t say what it was. That being said, lots of basic things have their place, they go with anything. But to stand out one must go beyond the mere basics. Thanks for your thoughts!

[@ronniehamilton9501]

I dont see anything wrong with following some trends. For example, yes alot of people buy from fashion Nova, but maybe they actually like their clothes and aren't doing it cause everyone else is. Some people actually had that kinda style before the whole "Instagram baddie" phase came in to play.

[@nannalambert3980]

So unique, stands out from the regular crowd..

[@KhaliahAli]

Nicely put!

[@LizinProgress]

Watching your dog just chilling there makes me feel so calm and happy.

[@boardthirteen_interiors]

Love your videos and can't get enough. I really like your attitude and style. Not everyone can pull this off. can you please do a video about sweat pants/joggers/fancy harem pants? is it a yay or a nay for out and about? how to and how NOT TO wear them. Thank you!

[@christinarae9954]

Yeeessssss! I'm laughing!! I love this, thank you for being so honest. It's true that this is a real struggle, we get swept in so easily!! We want to be just like her, or her or her-Crazy! DO YOU!!

[@SG-wu8eh]

Fucking fringe everything.

[@sofiedeschoenmaeker9264]

Hello Lauren , thank you for another inspiring video, I am so happy that I can be a little part of the LM world :) ! Greetings form Belgium , Sofie xxx

[@face-in-the-crowd]

I love this jacket!!!

[@KMartha22]

I always thought I was basic because I always wear white shirts or blouses, jeans and a blazer (usually black). Perhaps I am not basic afterall.

[@TheSarahRiley]

Preach it!! Btw your dog is adorable. ☺️

[@seasoneddiva1519]

So insightful. It's so important to feel good about what your have on. So glad you finally wore that gorgeous jacket so I could see how you styled it. Can't believe the relationship you have you your doggies. I believe you told me before but what is the breed of that one? So sweet! TFS!!

[@LaurenMessiah]

Thank you :) He's a papillon - best dog in the world.

[@aurorasartorialis7092]

What happens when you have signature styles that are completely distinct from each other? I feel like my preferences are fairly clear and fairly defined, but they are definitely divergent from each other. Right now I'm separating them into distinct capsules in different color palettes (so that I don't throw stuff together that looks horrible together), so I can work things out, but the problem is, I love them ALL. And some of them are just not compatible with each other. I've done venn diagrams and really the only quality they all share is 'softness'. And that doesn't even mean the same thing, in different styles! Like, in some, it's soft undefined pleating, in some it's lengths of floaty fabrics, in some it's the delicate textiles and coloring. One of my styles is detailed and fussy, with a Japanese penchant for layering many small details, one over the other, while another is clean and classic. Some are highly tailored. Others are -- well, saris are the farthest from tailoring one can possibly get, aren't they? I find it confusing, because any one of them could be a signature style for me -- and everyone says that each of them are 'so me' -- but they don't have a lot of continuity with each other. (I am trying to give you enough detail to follow what I am saying, but the question isn't about me personally. It's intended as a generic one.)

[@ametrineambrosia4929]

That's a signature in itself wearing unique daily looks and ethnic blends

[@skylerfirestone851]

Wow..this is so relatable.

[@MamaWhit87]

girlllll...so true....

[@yensadek4372]

don't be basic!! Love this video Lauren

[@LaurenMessiah]

Thank you :)

[@snowthehairloungechanel465]

Develop who they are authentic and unique style ❤️❤️❤️

[@joannawardell152]

love your jacket!

[@ChassidyP]

Amen..to this. she said what's been on my mind for years

[@melissamw1970]

Aww Papillon! Hi baby! 😍😍 I have one too!

[@publicboredom]

Those rose gold Michael Kors watches are so BASIC. I'm not hating though because i have one and I love it!

[@liana8551]

Me My hair is crazy curly. Fashion wise boho prep school(ties , blazers, collared shirts, pleated skirts that stuff) and little rock with leather and chokers. So I have a main style and like two sub styles.

[@giggles1219]

I bought my first cold shoulder top around 2010 from Kohls...funny how it's just become a trend in 2016.

[@ChassidyP]

those lace up tops and bodysuits

[@dianethompson9525]

Gladiator sandals! I’m sick of them and they make your legs look shorter, unless they go up to the knee-those are cool!

[@sherryedwards695]

Animal prints, reptile prints, platform shoes, square toe shoes, ect.

[@ChassidyP]

all the bloggers with the new designed Gucci Purses, nudeish crossbody chole bags...thoses bags look nice but everyone has them

[@daminimishra9106]

Hey Lauren I'm from India I never use to think so much about my wardrobe but as I got in to interior designing now I have to and you helped me to build my style so thank you for that and my question is how can I look simple yet fashionable at the same time?

[@rachmoore]

hahaha amazing. so true x

[@6264jennig]

I had no idea rosé was a "thing". I always assumed i got dirty looks for ordering it because it's a "trashy" wine. Now I'm wondering if the dirty looks were because they thought I was basic.

[@gwenmely20]

6264jennig I have been drinking rosé for the past 15 years and now that its 'a thing' everyone sees it like its so basic...

[@gwenmely20]

Back then when everyone was doing those very dry sherrys ,sauvignons and cabernet i was the odd one out for "not having the palate" . now its a thing...go figure...

[@doowopshopgal]

Love your jacket, can you show outfits for boyish figures. I have booty but hips don't flare. I never wear short tops or cinched waist 😩 feel self conscious.

[@sunrise0721]

Perfect timing Lauren! I was going back and forth on the whole Panama hat trend and whether to pick one up. I thought meh, everyone's wearing one and I'll just pull out my straw cowboy hat that I've worn for years in the summer. Then my girlfriend walked in the other day and looked like she'd copied her entire outfit from Pinterest, Panama hat and scarf and all. I thought yeah, I'll pass.

[@neidekenny719]

i love your videos congrats, here is Neide from Mozambique , god bless you darling.

[@chosenhighheart]

people hate more when someone looks different...not basic.

[@susuilu]

If you have no haters, you are doing something wrong!

[@VickiSexton]

I agree 100% THANK you! Hahaha

[@Yaya-xs4rx]

Hi Lauren, how does one develop a style that suites them if the kinda shy and modest?

[@lu_re7198]

"Basic" or "trendy"? The pencil skirt, white T, white button down and denim shirt are wardrobe basics. Lol. 😆

[@michellrreyna7846]

I'm a curvy women what would be some good outfits for curvy plus females?? Thanks

[@Badgalkt]

The people disliking this video are basics!

[@dianafinnerty9605]

Let's be real, everyone's basic!!!!!!!! 😂😂😂 whether you follow trends or not. I just wear comic book t shirts! Lol that's basic as fuck. 😂😍 but I love me some comic book shirts!!!!!! I'm a nerd what can I do 🤓

[@Quartere1ven]

more rants on Basics, please. :)

[@mrzkking3391]

I feel like I'm more edgy boho. I'm a flower child that loves to take risks. My style icon is FKA twigs.

[@tranesethehairstylist]

😂😂😭 love your vlogs!!

[@LaurenMessiah]

Thank you :)

[@J_young_824]

Im a boyish type of person but i also want a smart casual, streetstyle i dont know how to style myself but im not confident what to do?. please help

[@mariansfieldnotes]

Following the line of following your gut with style...I have a question. I love dresses, but I live in a coldish city, it stays like that all year long. Whenever I put on a dress I have to pop on some panty hose, they are ususally black because I feel like the transparent ones are kind of grandma looking, however that gives me a "winter" look every time and I want something fresher. Transparent (flesh coloured) panty hose, Yay or nay?

[@donaska9247]

I wanted to know if you could help developing style for a hijabi? Please answer thank youb:)

[@BookTalksWithMrsThomas]

I'm older and my friend and I were saying how cute the fashion is for those tucked in shirts. But what about older mom bodies? It is hard to fit into "basic" trends with big seasoned hips.

[@The_Jazzy]

Big seasoned hips 😂😂😂 Love it... So funny

[@CapeCodBelle]

Your dog is adorable and so well-behaved! What breed is he/she? I love your background today and the tulips! I understand what you are saying about not being basic. I never understood the girls who wore what everyone else was even when it looked wrong on them. Doing you as you say is the best way to look good and avoid falling into the basic trap.

[@LaurenMessiah]

Thanks! My little man is a Papillon - best dog ever.

[@kristaramos9732]

I've been watching your style evolution and I really like where your style is now. Btw the background music is too loud, it's distracting.

[@z.c.m9908]

I love boot cut jeans,and I hate that because skinny jeans are in,which I also love, there are people who talk smack about bootcut...idc i wear em anyways, I also love bermuda shorts ,they're cute and I can't do short shorts because ,big thighs and cellulite and im not comfortable, and nowwww i hear Bermuda are in,which is great,but I have always loved them. just like chokers,always wore them ,made them,and then they got popular, which I love when im on trend, buuuut,im usually on trend anyway, before it becomes a trend lol. Which I love. Because as long as we as individuals do and wear what we love,eventually everyone else will want it too, because being comfortable enough to rock something because it's your thing and gives you confidence, is a very addicting quality people love about another person,and they will want it too.Which is ok too. I used to wear socks with ruffles some years back usually at home, along with different colored socks... though same style socks,and laughed the day I saw them being sold at the stores,with all mismatched pairs because my lil sisters gave me sooo much shit about it , they were in highschool.... and all of a sudden their classmates were doing it,but i did it because heyy,i didn't always have the missing companion. The ruffled socks I stopped, when one of the older sisters after putting on Facebook said only little girls and pornstars wear ruffled socks. I laughed and laughed, and now my ruffled socks sit in my drawer , in the waaay back lol. oh fashion, you silly wonderful thing.

[@toniamitchell3486]

Please do a video on classy work coats/trench/camel hair coats

[@FlinOshun]

But Rozay tastes amazing. We started drinking it a few years ago, these rapper guys would give us bottles. We literally would have Moet for breakfast lol. All fun, before the Instagram explosion lol.

[@LaurenMessiah]

Haha!! Keep drinkin it if you love it. Basics just love ruining a good thing ;)

[@loranoodle]

I agree, girl. Rose was my go-to wine since the early 2000's then all of a sudden it was a thing!

[@bluntbeauty3470]

Being basic is following trends and looking like everyone else and not making it your OWN.

[@LaurenMessiah]

Exactly! Nothing wrong with a trend if you are wearing it for the right reason and in your own way.

[@ChassidyP]

fashionova sponsoring ever other youtube is kind of played out.

[@karakol86]

I never heard of fashionova until two weeks ago.

[@kdot96ix]

👏🏽

[@TheWomanBeyond]

Can a person have more than one style?

[@gisela2442]

Oh the shame 😜 I just bought gladiator sandals just because I want to see if I can pull them off.

[@CarminaTunes]

boring or basic? whaz is worse?

[@danad2307]

F A N T A S T I C !!!

[@brenguille]

Amen enough with basic people

[@Alayne89]

I suddenly feel a bit guilty about my wine tastes... :P

[@Quebecusa]

It might have been asked before, apologies for that. I am wondering when it is too late to wear piercings on the ears and nose for a woman. When are we too old for that.

[@123cindyb]

I would really like to focus on what I like, however because I don't have a hot little body like you, I have to worry about what will fit me and not look ridiculous. If only my clothing could be an expression of me, that would be so easy if I could put my style on a body that could carry it.

[@Cherrylipgloss100]

Lolashoetique.com is SOOO BASIC. Don't get me wrong they have SOME cute shoes but the quality is cheap and I don't understand the hype.

[@The_Jazzy]

So cheap!!!

[@nicoleecheverria3782]

Adidas superstar and chokers.....

[@FireGhostKid]

Gucci and Hermès belts

[@pheebelikes3500]

What you wore here for the video is Basic. Basic but in a good way. Even your hair was basic.

[@ChassidyP]

*youtuber

[@kyrareneeLOA]

Lauren, your definition of "basic" and mine are totally different. Basic is minimal, simple, non trendy, and elegant but simple style that is natural. Think of French woman and their signature style. Basic... is "not trendy", it is "simple and essential" and genuine, . You are talking 'trendy sheep' that copy every style out there.

[@yolandadoucette713]

All that is real talk

[@wheresjai7378]

Basic = sheep lol

[@JohnnyCatFitz]

cold shoulder tops aren't basic, they're just overdone! trends always get boorish bc it's been done and probably better on someone else.

[@BetwixtDandD]

Your choice of words is very confusing. "Basic' in fashion usually means essential, and it refers to items of clothing that form the base of every well designed wardrobe (e.g.white tee, black pants, navy blazer...) What you talk about in this video is following 'trends', not being basic. Furthermore, you can't put down people for following trends. Why is it o.k. for you to wear 'cold shoulder' top but when other people do it, you dismiss it as following trends? I just wanted to bring to your attention that before this trend started there were no tops with cut-out shoulders available in stores and after this trend is over they won't be available again. So enjoy while it lasts and let other people do the same.

[@prettytwistedd]

This video was so ego centric. I was hoping to get tips on how to find my personal style but instead just a rant on things you find basic. So tired of everyone trying so hard to appear original and authentic. That's basic.

[@alexisimanii5417]

prettytwistedd I agree!!

[@mainaflinthamhjelde6517]

Yes thank you!

[@eni3246]

prettytwistedd Totally agree!!!

[@deemcintyre3518]

Well there's a video from her to help you develop your style.....

[@jenniferamartey4475]

prettytwistedd what do u call development of style if u still want to be basic anyway,.. There is good advice in what she said n if u will stop judging u can grab a tip or two to help u develop your style and yes everyone can be authentic... I live in Ghana n I love rocking booties tho it's not common here n people tell me everyday that they love my style 😁

[@tzelladelta]

Your home decor it's totaly basic though.

[@CarminaTunes]

cough all these musically girls cough cough

[@gabriellec7813]

Thanks captain obvious but I was looking for actual tips...