The Clever Trope Meets Perfectionism & Preppy Fashion Psychology | Spencer Hastings Style Analysis

In this video, I’ll be covering Spencer Hastings from Pretty Little Liars through a psychological analysis of the clever trope in media and perfectionist tendencies. In order to define the connection between her identity and her preppy wardrobe, we will be looking as well at Spencer’s placement in regards to the Four-Temperament Ensemble. Through this, we will decode how her personality, upbringing, and environment shape her wardrobe while hinting at her hidden nature. We will also be looking into Perfectionism and how this impacts individual belief systems, behaviors, and mental health.
The clever trope will define how this trope functions within media and culture. We will also develop an understanding of why clever characters sport a certain look and how the trope is visually conveyed in fashion. I’ll also be explaining the sociology of this character related to preppy fashion to explain how preppy style contributes to the development, structure, and functioning of social practices.
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CONTENT:
INTRODUCTION - 0:00
PERSONALITY - 0:45
UPBRINGING/ENVIORNMENT - 1:54
PERSONAL STYLE FOUNDATION - 3:37
THE CLEVER TROPE - 4:22
FASHION REFLECTING MENTALITY - 5:49
THE LOOKS OF PERFECTIONISM - 6:06
TEMPERAMENT TYPE - 7:59
PREPPY SUBCULTURAL INFLEUNCE - 10:11
HIGH FASHION TO STYLE - 12:03
DRESSING THE OUTLET - 13:43
TANGIBLE DISPLAYS OF INTELLECT - 14:52
BEAUTY PREFERENCES - 15:39
INTO ADULTHOOD - 16:26
CONCLUSION - 17:24
MUSIC:
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SOURCES:
Subculture and Sociology of Prep: haenfler.sites.grinnell.edu/p...
Spencer Hastings- Pretty Little Liars: prettylittleliars.fandom.com/...
Spencer Hastings Style Tips: www.collegefashion.net/inspir...
Temperaments-fivetemperaments.weebly.com/p...
fourtemperaments.com/15-tempe...
Perfectionists- www.goodtherapy.org/learn-abo...
Clever Trope:tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.ph...
The Effect of Stress Coping Techniques in Sports: scholarship.claremont.edu/cgi...
Ivy Style: www.ivy-style.com/everything-y...
The Relationship Between Fashion and Personality: www.allpeers.com/the-relation...
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[@CleverAndChic]

Just a small note, this is not a reupload. When I began my channel I had never created videos before so this will be reworked to be HD, better audio, etc with new sections and material covered. I’m happy to work on this since it was one of my favorites to create and is actually quite close to my heart. Thank you for supporting the beginning if you have seen a variation of this, I hope you enjoy this edition as well

[@ayanmohamed4326]

Hi, I’ve been watching your channel for a while and I noticed that’s you have taken down Blair’s video. Are you going to re upload it or ??

[@shrishtisinha6692]

Please, please, please do Aria! Her style was the best I'd seen in almost any show.

[@theotherotter]

i love your work a lot i hope you'll reupload everything that you removed cause it was amazing! blackpink series in special i remeber and ysl style

[@terencesilva4499]

Can you please do Emily's style next.

[@rdotjpg5864]

The best character of that show

[@naijaval01]

🗣And it’s not even close ❤️❤️

[@zaikhan9215]

others are literally so unwanted

[@legendary2553]

Is Hanna

[@kiplgrl]

no

[@petitepikahh]

I NEED an Aria analysis. Her clothes we SO iconic!

[@izabella7174]

I loved her style so much ❤️

[@nataliemurphy8204]

Very true

[@zach5438]

YESSS PLZ WE NEED AN ARIA VID

[@takfelabe8626]

YES

[@ISTANBUL-uf1un]

We need that ♥️♥️♥️♥️!

[@chickenalaking1319]

I need a Spencer spin-off mystery show.

[@takfelabe8626]

OMG YAS

[@gabbiebobbs3543]

Omg yes! She was definitely the only liar that knew anything the rest of them ran around so clueless

[@elsssiev]

Tell me Spencer Hastings is a capricorn without telling me she's a capricorn 😆 but fr she's determined, ambitious, sarcastic, perfectionist, thrives in being challenged. This is why I related to her and loved her character the most as a fellow capricorn

[@camilavega1114]

Actually she is an aries

[@elsssiev]

@@camilavega1114 according to the show, she's a Virgo still an earth sign and she's a Scorpio in real life. So not an Aries

[@user-fy6ov3or7j]

I was actually just wondering if she was a virgo! We usually like the preppy style, and all that perfectionism had to come from a virgo

[@elsssiev]

@@user-fy6ov3or7j so true, my mom and bf are both Virgos and they are perfectionists! I feel like Taurus have some of these qualities too. It might just be an earth sign thing haha

[@chickenalaking1319]

IDK how, but she's a laid back perfectionist. Most perfectionist characters don't seem approachable, but not Spencer.

[@wolfsmaid6815]

I always wondered why I would relate to Spencer that much, but I am also a choleric-phlegmatic type and always admired her in the show.

[@yasmink8517]

same

[@cifera4580]

My favorite character!!! I remember when I was in high school I'd write her name on my books and thinking that I'm her and I did very well that year lmao

[@mahacookie4997]

Haha I did the same lmaooo It reassures me that I’m not alone x)

[@ellebassa9288]

I relate to her coming from an image conscious family with very old connections to money

[@nagiach.102]

I don't know if you're a sex and the city fan but all 4 women there have such iconic and distinctive wardrobes, I'd love to see an analysis of their styles!

[@zalakodric5845]

The constant mention of brands in the books was one of the first things that stood out to me as I was annotating. The sheer difference between the brands Spencer and Hanna would opt for is like that between night and day!

[@hannaedel8417]

I'm 22 seconds in and just forcing myself to keep listening to that voice bc I'm interested in the content. I bet your voice sounds amazing naturally, no need to these lengths to distort it.

[@ellieellie4450]

Could you please make again your video about Blair Waldorf? It was amazing and I'd love to watch it again!!

[@upindown9869]

I don’t love that they made her curly hair a sign of her coming unraveled💀

[@cranesinthesky1240]

Right 🗿

[@zach5438]

This was amazing, Spencer is such an interesting character and definitely the most consistent. Please say there is an Aria video soon

[@Kurooganeko]

What about a video explain what a person's choice of shoe says about them. With examples of course

[@shannonfilialunae1359]

I love these video essays! How do you not have 5M subscribers?? It’s so clear so much work is put in these and so beautifully made. I love learning more about fashion through some of my favorite characters.

[@lovestadance]

spencer was my favorite character in the book and series.

[@ellenlmg]

Finally someone talking about the Four-Temperaments in fashion! Your channel is amazing!

[@roy.shrestha]

Spencer is my favourite liar. Loved the analysis 💗

[@Sam-0827]

She was the best

[@roy.shrestha]

@@Sam-0827 yes absolutely

[@mariapiabertora7638]

I just love how you edit the videos, it fits perfectly with the fashion aesthetic, idk I’m ur fan, good luck with the next video btw, infinite love for pretty little liars💘

[@riverabeauty5630]

Love Spencer. Thank you for this video. Would you be able to do a style analysis on Blair Waldorf or Olivia Pope or Claire Underwood?

[@tapped564]

I love this! Spencer has always been my favorite for all of these reasons!

[@Sasha-im9tk]

The editing on these videos are phenomenal!

[@Tarikkb]

I haven’t watched the show in years , today out of nowhere it popped into my head then I opened KZbin and saw this 👁👄👁 what kind of witchcraft

[@khanyangabase691]

i really appreciate the amount of thought and care put into these videos. brava.

[@ldwm]

This explains so much, my family is so much like hers but I was always more like Aria/Hanna, however the older I get the more I am drawn towards her. Its so interesting to learn about all of this. Amazing job!

[@Sun.Shine-]

Can you do "Euphoria", the styles & makeup of the show is just fabulous 😍

[@ikeepscreamingbutgodwontan3132]

Honestly, that's the only reason the show's cool... Playing off emotions through fashion... The plotline is weak, brings up deep issues but never seems to deal with them, it's very forced and slow and tries too hard to be realistic

[@keelanelson]

I loved all four liars in pll but Spencer Hastings has something that no other could add ❤

[@sweetsnejinka9411]

This is great. I love the way you look at fashion and talk about it. I see none of this until its pointed out, my mind is really being opened.

[@tiffanyroseangeles7517]

I'm a fashionista I love this diversity!!! Cool stuff here!!! Love the analysis of perfection. One here.....it's a rollercaster ride

[@PhoebeThutlweLungaPhoebuster]

Since no one has mentioned this character I’m going to say this but we can say I need an Emily Analysis

[@jllamons2348]

All of your videos are visually stunning

[@soulstylista]

Love it! Thank you for creating this ❤️ Would love to see other characters from this show covered as well ☺️

[@erinstanger416]

Could you please do an analysis video on Midge Maisel from the Marvelous Mrs. Masiel? Her wardrobe is gorgeous. ❤️

[@keepingupwithkudzai]

I really enjoy these videos, so relaxing yet educating and fun :) fabulous content 💕✨

[@KPJAW]

Your channel is the best thing since sliced bread. Do you take requests at all? :o Keep up the great work!

[@dantekay8527]

Great work. The more you upload the more I look forward to more videos.

[@griffinjames4585]

Loved this video :) I’d love a style analysis of Alison! Her outfits in the first few seasons are so adorable and sweet to me

[@gabbiebobbs3543]

This show used to serve nothing but looks! I remember when this show aired I was in 9th grade and wanted nothing more than to dress like Spencer and Aria

[@adriannethornheart8516]

the editing is amazing as always

[@camiloguanaritabanol9941]

so excited to see more videos about liars style

[@AkairoAoihonoSama]

Wonderful analysis

[@allanlargiovsol4985]

omg I dont know what pretty liars is but I just love the voice of the narrator :O sooo soothing....

[@Warren_90210]

Strong Taurus/Virgo energy.

[@dizuko3241]

I LOOVE YOU SPENCER

[@lindsaymckenna3519]

YES ITS BACKKKK

[@Luvluna19]

I love your voice ! It feels so elegant and chic Missing your videos rewatching alll

[@CleverAndChic]

You’re too kind, thank you so much 🖤

[@odilepauline]

you should do a cruella analysis if it interests you! (both the original and the prequel are so glamorous!)

[@whatiwatch006]

I’ve always love Spencer’s outfits she’s the preppy Rich girl

[@Sam-0827]

Spencer Hastings Supremacy 💕

[@octoberwitch7968]

Omg you FINALLY re-uploaded 🥲🙏🏾 just need that Blair video back

[@sydneygage4630]

OMG Duc Phuc , i like your cover version. Love it !

[@paulinalinalina]

Finally, thank youuuu.

[@salmonjeez3903]

This is my favorite video 🥰

[@samanthagupta]

So excited🤩🤩🤩

[@Seventeen17me]

Great video!!! Pleaseee ad the BLAIR one back 🖤

[@saxophonelavanya2064]

Lovely presentation. 👌👌👌💝

[@shado1552]

the narrator is speaking so forcefully relaxed

[@Garcelle1987]

Please analyse Gemma Chan’s Astrid Leong character from Crazy Rich Asians - Although she’s not in the movie much, I think she is an intriguing character. And her fashion choices also add layers to her

[@natashasuedalonso840]

Do Aria's style nowww, she's so artsy and stylish

[@s.546]

I loved this! Have you watched Pretty Little Liars the Perfectionists? I would love to see an analysis of Ava Jalali, her outfits were amazing

[@roy.shrestha]

OMG SAME

[@s.546]

@@roy.shrestha omg are u nepali??!?

[@imawonderful6118]

My queen!

[@flowersintartarus]

Spencer was my favourite character as a young teen, I admired the fuck out of her and she’s one of the few characters that as I matured I could still fiercely love.

[@khaleda2893]

Do a Video on Luxury Fashion Houses and their Philosophy.

[@shrishtisinha6692]

Also, just watched Cruella, and the CLOTHES!

[@odilepauline]

also this video is great!!!! 🤍🤍

[@mariussantos94]

More of PLL please

[@themisfittoycollector]

Spencer reminds me of a cousin of gossip girl Blair Waldorf

[@user-vy9tf4wn1o]

Style analysis of Ralph Lauren please 😎

[@ximena5974]

yesss!!

[@maddieb.4282]

Interesting video but honestly not a huge fan of the narration. If you’ve ever heard of “vocal fry,” it’s not very good for your voice and can be distracting. And there’s no need to over-enunciate since your mic is pretty good. Just speak naturally, you don’t need to try to sound sophisticated or sexy or anything like that, you’ve got a lovely voice!

[@jacquelinevizcarra6124]

What helped me was listening to the video on 1.25 speed

[@mimmijohansson2752]

Well said, I would love to watch this video however the voice is unbearable:(

[@khanyangabase691]

There's nothing wrong with the narrator's voice. It's just the pacing and phrasing of the sentences (they'll sound like they've ended one sentence and began another bc of the inflection and tone, only for me to realise it's just a continuation of the last sentence), but the voice itself is fine. Some people just have vocal fry, it's not that deep.

[@MyLuxuryIndulgences]

@@jacquelinevizcarra6124 just did this!! :) It helped soo much xo

[@jacquelinevizcarra6124]

@@MyLuxuryIndulgences I’m glad to hear. She makes amazing content. I know the style of voice isn’t for everyone but she still deserves to be appreciated.

[@samanthagupta]

Can you analyze Scream Queens outfits?! I would love to learn their formula and dress like Chanel Oberlin💝💝💝

[@womendontneedmen5071]

I guess the algorithm showed me your video because i’m obsessed with PLL again. I made the mistake to watch PLL on youtube and now i’m rewatching PLL for the third time😩 Your video is really interesting! I love Spencer and Hanna. They are the best and most popular characters. You NEED to do Aria and Allison too! Aria has such an interesting style.

[@bryanfalcone588]

Do the Row!

[@bryanfalcone588]

Please do the Olsen twins!!

[@shanouboubou]

Your voice is incredibly soothing, I wish I could hear you give me advices in my head when I'm anxious.

[@tess694]

Excellent video and content! Keep inspiring!

[@zanessa122334455]

is there a Hanna Marin analysis that I can watch! would really love to watch it!

[@CleverAndChic]

Yes, there is one available already! 🖤

[@paulinalinalina]

Please do style analysis of Bree van de Kamp from Desperate Housewives

[@sirenscherriesandblueberri3055]

Can you also make a video about Aria?

[@nienkevancaillie2328]

Can u make a rory and lorelai gilmore style analysis

[@hanam.3323]

Spencer was a lobbyist not a paralegal. Loved the video though!!

[@CleverAndChic]

Thank you, Hana! I went off her character biography so I believe she is formerly a lobbyist and her storyline ends as a law student who works at Hastings & Hastings

[@anjumjamal7101]

Please do for caroline forbes and Cheryl blossoms

[@brianangassom4049]

Could you do Emily from Emily in Paris?? I think her style evolved throughout the show because what she wore in episode 1 she was a mess 😂

[@karan_karan_karan]

why does this girl talk like this

[@oh4539]

Best character on the entire show. Ever. And my personal favorite in style after they fucked with Aria's

[@ninameneao2378]

Could you also do Emily please?

[@no-one00]

Yesss

[@NanaLunaTik]

🖤

[@gsev38]

Wonderful analysis and editing but plsss your narration was hard to get through :/

[@katesolis756]

Will we ever get Aria and Emily videos? 💕

[@HananAwaad]

Spencer Hastings is ENTJ

[@nicoletascorei]

Your voice is 🔥🔥

[@jul__xxgore6634]

I love your voice, these comments don’t make sense your voice is beautiful and it fits the videos , I love your work !

[@edytachojnowska1582]

I always have thought her character was more like choleric- melancholic type of person, not phlegmatic one 🤔

[@meiday154]

Why did I just notice that Nolan North was Spencer's dad

[@sydjni9969]

OH my God the narrator!! XD XD XD!

[@Quickeeeee]

I love your analysis fashion wise, but as a humanities student I have to ask you to please use correct terminology or refrain from it: We don't need more misinformation and pseudo science. No more phlegmatic personality type etc, please. I don't mean to be all ivory tower-y; you can get yourself a good base by just watching Crash course psychology and Crash course sociology here in youtube. Sorry for the tone, but I see so much good in you and your content that it makes me emotional to hear it coupled with dated "science".

[@CleverAndChic]

I’ve studied psychology and social science while in university. Each video also has a lot of research put into it. To me, speaking on personality types, mental health, etc is important to show no matter what someone looks like, comes from, is facing, etc these traits or experiences can still be present. A lot of people’s internal states impact their appearance, especially in this day and age. I would never do this for a real person, these characters can serve as a grounds to explore this part of one’s image in relation to the self or wellbeing. I believe it’s important and I do my best to fact check. I make all these videos myself so there are bound to be mistakes and I’m sorry for this. If you do not enjoy this sort of content, there are plenty of other fashion channels who do amazing work that just focus on fashion. I appreciate the recognition of the good part of my work

[@lolitaliebs1068]

What’s your Pinterest ?

[@loremipsum6804]

She looks better in mature looks because she has naturally older-looking facial features.

[@abdulrahmanmirgani8893]

I feel like she’s an intj

[@baongocnguyenpham1600]

I find the narattor's flow extremely irritating! It makes me wanna fall asleep

[@ximena5974]

then don't watch it

[@afrahkpop]

@@ximena5974 r u that lifeless commenting on everyone 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ximena5974]

@@afrahkpop no I j rlly like her videos and I find the comments to be rlly mean

[@ximena5974]

@@afrahkpop plus ive seen many of ur comments under other people so I wouldn't be talking

[@baongocnguyenpham1600]

The content is great, but the narrator oh no