The ELEGANT and CLASSIC style for everyone: How to achieve it

[@DD-py5hw]

This is literally my favorite video of yours❤ please consider making this video into a series, like how can you look edgy/casual/romantic/playful/formal, etc and go through each body type

[@ensulalachance8353]

I second this

[@roslynalberico5739]

Can't agree more! You inspire me!

[@quietangel1574]

I agree too. . this so interesting topic🤩 i love it ❤

[@spacebar9733]

Yes this was so helpful omg I love this video

[@heart12361]

I agree. This is literally my favourite video of Merriam's. I have watched it soooo many times so that I understand it completely. I'm theatrical romantic/romantic-mixed and what she said about my body type is right on the mark.

[@loelli_]

I loooove your point on elegance being a philosophy and a way of life. That honoring your own beauty and lines is a sign of self respect.. and that comes across as elegance. I feel that when I am in a look that is harmonious with me-like it's a way of showing yourself respect. Beautifully said! And thank you for the incredible video, Merriam🩷

[@charlotte-dp9sz]

I also think the Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen dress like Naturals despite being very petite. Their style to me is a master class in natural style.

[@catplantASMR]

honestly. i love your quiet voice haha it's like asmr to me :)

[@hiannahgus574]

When this video first started playing and I heard her voice for the very first time ever, I thought that she was going for the ASMR effect, too.

[@Loufi303]

Totally. She is a natural, especially when she talks calmly. Unintentional asmr par excellence ❤

[@Lucy-ze9ul]

Such a sweet voice

[@kaitlinroth7555]

Merriam, your eye is such a gift! Your Full Report recommendations completely changed my look + perception of myself. I never would have considered myself a rounded/mixed, olive, or muted if not for your help. You've helped me feel beautiful. I tried a "typing" service from another creator and the report was so cookie cutter and inaccurate - I was shocked. I hate to think about the other clients who have been misled by inaccurate typing. I'm so glad you offer typing services and these videos. You're helping so many women understand themselves and their innate beauty. ❤

[@purpleup28765]

I feel like these tips not only help us be more elegant and stylish within our unique lines, but it also helps with ensuring that we make more mindful or intentional purchases. This is turn also helps us manage our tendency to splurge, keeping our wardrobes refined and our wallets fuller 😂. So thanks!!!!❤

[@Cekatu]

Excellent video. 🏆 Love your longer, very detailed videos. Never boring. Always interesting and informative ❤

[@andreagallant657]

This makes so much sense! I could never figure out why a bold or dark lip looks so strange on me even if the color was right for my skin tone. I’m a beveled firm (I think) so that’s why!

[@Rachel-gy3gm]

I like the quiet videos - relaxing and informative!

[@hjtres7261]

Me too.

[@Loufi303]

Same

[@SaadetOZTRK]

WOW you really did your thing again Merriam. PERFECT VIDEO Love - Saadet

[@mariannerichard1321]

I second all you said about rounded/romantic (being one myself). The first struggle is to dress up enough. The blended/classic lines look desperately causual on me, as if I've just grabbed the first two clean pieces to not go around naked. To just look put together causual, I need some kind of pattern, texture, pastel or bright color, sparkly detail. To really look elegant, it's sparkles, over laces, over ruffles, over pastel flowers patterns. As absurd as it sounds, it really never looks clownish. As for jewelry, I got a bracelet which I thought would fit my kibbe recommandations, 5 rows of zircons, surely it will be sparkly enough. It just melds into my wrist. I could just go do my groceries, I bet no ones would notice...

[@dv7361]

Merriam, thank you for such an in depth video. I’m a DC, you got to my part early on, but I ended up watching the entire video because it was so educational, plus your voice is lovely and soothing

[@katechipata9934]

As a rounded type, I look best in dewy makeup and I need to buy more jewelry 😂❤

[@Drawn2wisdom]

I love it!! Please make this a segment, and do one for romantic essence for all the body types

[@ekaterinal8631]

You find such helpful photos to represent your examples, wonder how long it takes you lol! In my opinion when it comes to the body type community you have some of the most interesting takes and I think it’s because you have a very artistic/intuitive approach

[@leliakatalnikova7977]

I’m so grateful for your videos over the years. Your insight into SG has been invaluable, allowed me to look the way I love, feel my personal style, and save so much time and doubt when looking for clothes. This video articulates and affirms what I felt myself: that I need (and love) sophistication, details, and sexiness (in a SG way) to look grown-up, put-together, and elegant and that on me it doesn’t look like ‘too much’, it looks just right.

[@kathystclair9485]

I loved this video. With yours the longer the better. So detailed. As being typed as a SG I still cannot give up my longer hair. I keep it blunt with face framing layers and some internal laying in the back. Bobs are cute, but I don't feel good in short hair. I always look forward to your videos!

[@Speakup117]

From your pfp you could def go short but you'd be trading cute gnd look for chic mommy(cause ur hot ykwim) CEO look

[@EmL-kg5gn]

I actually really liked the second look. The sparkly eyeshadow wasn’t applied in an over the top way, it was a colour that wasn’t too contrasting, and while it all looked like “more” than it would on me (probably soft dramatic) I honestly didn’t feel that it was too much?? It probably wasn’t super elegant which is what this video was about but it was still really nice and it was cheerful, I think it would be such a cute look to go to a birthday party or to go out for dinner for an anniversary or something like that 🥰

[@crap641]

Hi, just wanna say you're one of my favorite ASMR channels

[@merriamstyle]

aw thank you, I get that I sound like ASMR a lot, but I don't intend to. Out of curiosity, what other asmr channels do you watch? Do you watch them to fall asleep? I'm not terribly familiar with asmr so I'm curious.

[@crap641]

@@merriamstyle Damn I wrote a comment but looks like KZbin ate it.... I mostly listen to ASMR to fall asleep, but sometimes just put it on for background noise. I listen to a lot of "not" ASMR channels purely for the ASMR effect. My favorites are Owlmoon513, Wendy Bones Tarot, Dr. Tamitha Skov. Then there's grey area channels like Sit Back ASMR that are curating unintentional ASMR content to be consumed in an intentional ASM way. Of the "intentional" channels I listen to my go-tos are Nebula ASMR, Gnarly ASMR, Mauve ASMR, VisualSounds1, Miss Manganese ASMR. There's a pretty good spread there of roleplays, solo rambling, and presentation of captured or manipulated sound FX (that last type of video I generally skip). Gentle Whispering was the first runaway success of these kind of "traditional" ASMR channels (though she was far from the first). Then there's a channel like A T M O S P H E R E that is pushing the state of the art to full on cinematic experiences.

[@hgy.ytr.stephz6189]

Wow, you have such a gift! I can tell when something looks wrong, but I have no idea why. Makes dressing so difficult. I definitely need your help, so will check out your website next. Thanks for your videos!

[@angierodriguez4729]

I love the way you speak, it is so beautiful.

[@nishikagrover4088]

your way of explaining beauty is elegant ❤

[@theroyalshaman]

Could you do a video on telling the difference between ethereal and classic, ingenue, and natural. I see lots of confusion around these

[@simchameansjoy3101]

Upvote!

[@simchameansjoy3101]

OMG this video is AMAZING. I love it so so so so much. The images perfectly illustrate your point.

[@drmichelledaf]

What a thoughtful and necessary video. Thank you for these insights. It truly is important to have self respect for your beauty regardless of how others perceive it. Your voice is beautiful and I like that it is low.

[@vanessac1965]

Wow you gave me so much to think about as to why I look strange in certain things. Also I love your quiet voice, it's so pleasant and relaxing. I could listen to you all day especially because you are so passionate about what you do.

[@darlamerrill8052]

This was really a wonderful , one of your best with the examples and explanations 🎉I luved this video, thank u again😊❤

[@luluesparza7360]

You’re the best, Merriam! Thank you.

[@teju7505]

What about elegant n classic jewellery for soft natural...? Litle explaination plz..?😊

[@devinkelly399]

Such a fab video. Sharing it now!

[@Monas99]

amazing video with explanations- Merriam you're a true master of your skill. thank you! 🙏♥

[@kermittime6507]

Your voice is so relaxing and soothing. 😊

[@teresatennis]

Once again Merriam making life wonderful!!!!

[@tereza5211]

I feel as DC I often have to go for blouse type of blazers/jackets because anything else like regular blazer makes me look too stiff or masculine.

[@darjadrake4210]

Hi, what you mean by/with "blouse type" of blazers/jackets?

[@SolutionsWithin]

This lecture is literally amazing. Thank you!!! Will hire you in time to type me.

[@autumnleaves-77]

Do Romantics suit cottage core style? I'm Theatrical Romantic and love the cottage core style but it can make me feel a little too twee and cutesy.

[@LaLaLo]

That is a lot of info! Thanks. Very informative

[@kaylafuller2584]

Thank you this is perfect for my classic essence! 😊

[@michelleclark8099]

Fantastic ❤. I am a romantic round. It’s easy for me to look dowdy in the wrong lines. I see what to do now, much better. Bravo. 👏👏👏👏👏👏🏆🥇

[@ikonka77]

Great analysis, thank you!

[@monikapaar863]

Amazing and eyeopening🎉

[@Nicole-wd8yg]

Please do ‘casual' looks for the body types

[@user-gy3fj1gt9i]

Hi Merriam, I wonder if the rules for blended sharpened apply for blended beveled I would love a video about fabrics for each body type, specially nightwear and detailed fabrics (which are hard for blended types bc of detail, of course) I love all of your content ❤🎉

[@maricelg777]

Can I be more than one type ? Love this video. Sometimes I look juvenile so I know why. Thanks Merriam ❤

[@ranaehab7595]

Thank you so much for this video, it's extremely helpful. Can you please do this with all the other essences?

[@13jonni]

You sound normal to me! I can't watch so many American youtubers - they sound as if they're shouting obnoxiously with a blocked nose, so keep speaking elegantly!

[@niadean9518]

Amazing video per usual!! I am a Mixed gamine (fg) and love the classic look,very Natasha from satc and always struggled w the playful element for my style as a young adult. I know understand what I can and can't do, so thanks!

[@ero6190]

Τhat was very good! Thank you.

[@TRay-bu5yu]

I have light brown brown hair, but I always dye my hair some shade of red. I have 0 olive skin, and everyone seems to like my hair a darker cherry cola shade.

[@claudiaadwoamuller9152]

Great video! Do you have any tips or examples for SN with bright winter coloring?

[@amylolois]

I really love your channel and I noticed that lately you are not wearing the cooler delicate colors that you wore previously. Is that intentional? I feel like you would look gorgeous with a bit of color. What do you think? There is a video about cool olive tones and you look radiant in a black sheer blouse but I think you had on some cool toned make up. Anyway you look great and I was wondering if you had changed your color palette lately. Thank you for all the videos that are so intricately detailed.

[@marygrace100]

Yes, head to toe long lines would drag me right down. Petite mixed taut.

[@saramsfi]

Your voice is beautiful. You are very talented, you have an amazing eye for fashion and aesthetics. 🤍

[@minervarose7664]

I am SC who is also a Bright Spring, and everything soft and blended makes me look way too washed out...what should i do 😶

[@lizana91]

Just use your colors, that's all :)

[@AmyKinso]

What era was best for soft classics? ❤️

[@maddym4300]

hey merriam! love this vid so much, and yes for what it's worth, I simply love the calming asmr voice. was wondering if you would ever do a video on fast fashion/trends/consumerism/brands to avoid for more sustainable lifestyle and fashion. I feel like these core ideas go hand in hand with the idea that if you know your body type, essence, and colors, you don't need to overconsume/buy as much clothing; one can live a more sustainable lifestyle buying clothes that work for them long term. i feel like you've done similar content before when talking about trends, but I would love to hear your thoughts on this, as well as encouragement from you to not shop fast fashion!! (it's worth checking out the recent HBO documentary on brandy melville, it's what made me want to request content like this!)

[@andreazorzutti6752]

You're amaziiiiing!!!!!!

[@user-ff4tw8uf4b]

I am a TR but also a cool delicate olive tone … bright colors don’t look good on me, but you say TR should work with bright colors. As a delicate toned TR what does that leave us?

[@tinylady3892]

Hei ! I am theatrical romantic too, and also a summer. I try to wear bold color in my color palette. For exemple I try to not wear black but, navy blue. Fuschia look very vibrant too. Some color can look soft or too muted on some people and vibrant on others. So just wear color you feel good in and suit you.

[@sofitocyn100]

This was a passionating video. But I believe that you are wrong about the SG example. She looks so great and elegant in that historical piece and better than in some other examples you gave

[@isabelmichetschlaeger3564]

Another lovely video Merriam❤…did I understand well that for beveled firm (FN) is better to avoid red lipstick 💄?? Really?It is a first time I hear it …could you tell me more?😍as I always struggled to wear a red lipstick being beveled firm myself 🙈

[@merriamstyle]

yes! have you watched my video on why you can't pull off a red lip? it's sort of recent, it covers that. basically if you don't have very soft features, your make up is most effortless if it has an emphasis on the eyes and neutral lips, with mostly neutral colors.

[@LauriLaiton]

"Avoid: pretty much everything" lol :)

[@charlotte-dp9sz]

I love this video but I'm not sure Keira Knightly is a dramatic (even if she is kibbe verified) because she isn't very tall and she is a pear shaped woman who has just kept herself at a very low body weight for film work. She always accommodates her pear shape in trousers and skirts with an a-line cut and as she has a flat bust she either does a high neck or some other shape that isn't directing attention at her bust. I have seen her look great in tons of classic style dresses and also some gamine style short flippy floral skirts with black tights and flats.

[@DonnaJeanHD]

Beveled/Natural always seems hard for me to grasp, while the other types seem much more exacting. Not sure why this is but it doesn't matter who I watch describing Naturals. It's like if you don't fit into the other types then you default to the Natural category, which doesn't feel very good.

[@khanya6919]

Agreed

[@Cekatu]

You choose to default yourself into beveled. If you are not convinced that you are beveled keep searching and experimenting. Often it takes time, and unfortunately money. It took me quite awhile, but I finally got it right. It was worth the process because now I always look fantastic and I know why. I don't waste money on clothes that I never where, because I can now easily eliminate what's not going to work. Good luck and make your journey fun!

[@DonnaJeanHD]

@@Cekatu I should have only left the first sentence as my comment because that is really what I wanted to express and perhaps open up conversation. I am curious, which type did you choose?

[@sheri6089]

To figure out your vertical, do you go by the height you were at your early adult years or what you are now (elderly and have shrunk)?

[@chayap.199]

Great video. Question: What body type does Rachel Bloom have?

[@danielled5883]

What if you are Cool and Radiant or a Dark Autumn type, and a Soft Natural (Beveled Soft) and dark neutrals are your best colors and pastels aren't so great for you? How can you avoid dark neutrals when that is in your color palette for your skin tone????? :cry: When you say avoid dark heavy neutrals do you mean "heavy fabric" in dark neutral? Thank you for this video!

[@DRE1111]

Thanks for this video. Great tips. Can warm and delicates, who are also dramatic ,wear black? In other words, does body type "trump" color type?

[@merriamstyle]

yes I'd say dramatic wd can wear black easily, especially if they have dark features. body type doesn't exactly trump color type, but they interact.

[@SonyaOpritova]

For me recommendations to do and avoid for FN and D sound so similar. I'm still a little confused😊

[@eli0151]

Merriam, I have not been able to find any information on what type a fleshy, rounded, apple-shape body would be? Any advice you can give would be appreciated! Thank you for this video!! 🤍

[@merriamstyle]

usually it's hard to determine body type from shapes like apple/pear etc. but in general if you're petite, fleshy, and apple shaped, you can be a rounded bone structure type (closest kibbe type romantic), especially if you lean petite. but really it's hard to say. fleshy in general means that you are a 'soft' type. like SC, SN, even SG or SD, or of course R or TR.

[@eli0151]

@@merriamstyle This is very helpful! I really appreciate your reply. Thank you for all the awesome videos...they are so informative! 🤍

[@raylin2057]

GREAT VIDEO!! QUESTION How do I (Cool bright Soft Beveld Ethirial essence) wear softer colors without looking like I'm in pijama/night cloths??? Literally I can be wearing all black and look amazing then put on ONE soft colored accessorie/scarf/blazer and look like I'm "going night night" 🤣 I'm just trying to play around with Ethirial essence with soft or even white colors and end up looking like "OK good night everybody" What in the world is going on here??

[@saki1825]

I am a FG and I have a hair pretty similar to Lilly Collins, I love bangs but I dont like to have them all the time, which other hairstyles would look good? I read sleek hair on the video, like the one that is trending now?

[@starthrower33]

What if your face is similar to Lily Collins, so mixed-taut, but your body type is Classic? Any advice on how to style yourself in that case? Thank you for your videos :)

[@liqueglosslondon8315]

It seems like there was a possible error on my full report but my email follow up went unanswered. What is the best way to clarify if this was an error or not?

[@merriamstyle]

Thanks for your patience with the timeline! What was the nature of the error, would you give me more details so I can find your email?

[@alrighttumbleweed4782]

"pretty much everything" 😂💀

[@erikacavalcante1811]

❤❤

[@darlamerrill8052]

Shimmer

[@Danceswithfishes]

I have to confess I feel Im a classic. However Ive gained weight, and if course, there are no classic clothes in my size. I look like a potato in everything.

[@LauraBergum]

🎉

[@darlamerrill8052]

Black is just to heavy for her she's light.

[@Cekatu]

Yeah, that's true. I'm soft dramatic and I look amazing in black because it suits my colouring. I actually look younger in black. Can you believe?!

[@Taichientaoyin]

Some think you are in the classic family and not in the gamine

[@fairykittenxx]

i disagree jennifer morrison is 100% FN imo maybe classic essence tho :/ not even sure about that tbh

[@wattle2394]

kind of a glomesh look

[@andreazorzutti6752]

You're amaziiiiing!!!!!!