VOL. 7 – 10 Ways to Introduce Fashion – Without Saying a Word

1. Start with Texture, Not Trends

Introduce fashion by playing with feel—linen, velvet, mesh, mohair, raw denim. People notice texture before they clock the label. It’s sensual, subtle, and surprisingly powerful.

1. Eileen Fisher – Luxe linen and organic cotton staples for quietly confident silhouettes.
   🔗 Eileen Fisher

2. Acne Studios – Swedish minimalism meets fuzzy, moody textures.
   🔗 Acne Studios

3. Bode – Heirloom-quality fashion from antique fabrics and nostalgic storytelling.
   🔗 Bode

4. Levi’s Made & Crafted – Denim with an artisanal, tactile twist.
   🔗 Levi’s Made & Crafted

2. Signature Scent + Signature Style

A scent can be just as fashionable as a statement bag. Pair your looks with fragrances that amplify the vibe—amber for power suits, neroli for crisp whites, patchouli for earth tones. Fashion is olfactory, darling.

1. Aesop Hwyl – Earthy, smoky layers reminiscent of Japanese temples.
   🔗 Aesop Hwyl

2. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 – Modern classic with fiery amber and floral notes.
   🔗 MFK Baccarat Rouge 540

3. Chloé Nomade Nuit d’Égypte – A sultry ode to ancient Egyptian rituals.
   🔗 Chloé Nomade Nuit d’Égypte

4. Charlotte Tilbury Cosmic Power – Fragrance-meets-fantasy with magnetic amber accords.
   🔗 Charlotte Tilbury Fragrance

3. Mix High, Low, and Weird

Great fashion lives in contrasts. Vintage Levi’s with a silk corset. Market-bought earrings with a tailored blazer. Add one item that’s a little unexpected—and suddenly, you’re styling not copying.

1. Lavish Alice – Structured silhouettes with runway flair for less.
   🔗 Lavish Alice

2. Zara Studio Collection – Budget-friendly designs with elevated taste.
   🔗 Zara

3. Reformation – West Coast cool with a sustainable punch.
   🔗 Reformation

4. Rokit Vintage (London) – Curated secondhand finds with bold personalities.
   🔗 Rokit Vintage

4. Curate Your Color Story

Pick a palette and stay loyal. Whether it’s muted neutrals, earthy rusts, or black-on-black magic—consistency is the secret sauce. A strong color story can define your fashion point of view before you even speak.

1. The Row – The holy grail of refined neutrals.
   🔗 The Row

2. COS – Understated tones and architectural forms.
   🔗 COS

3. Everlane – Earth-conscious basics with consistent palettes.
   🔗 Everlane

4. Uniqlo U by Lemaire – Innovative color theory, mass appeal.
   🔗 Uniqlo U

5. Let Accessories Speak Fluent Fluent You

Belts, eyewear, headscarves, gloves—accessories are introductions on their own. They say: I pay attention. I care about the details. They’re also the fastest way to elevate a look with very little effort.

1. Gucci Eyewear – Retro-luxe frames with major presence.
   🔗 Gucci Eyewear
2. Prada Gloves – Heritage leatherwork, reborn as edgy elegance.
   🔗 Prada Accessories
3. Jacquemus Scarves – Pop accents from the French Riviera.
   🔗 Jacquemus
4. Khaite Belts – Sleek staples from NYC’s fashion darling.
   🔗 Khaite

6. Fashion Through Function

What you wear to do the school run or hit the studio matters. Everyday functionality can still be fashion. That oversized coat? That sleek tote that fits your laptop and lipstick? That’s intentional style.

1. Max Mara Gloves – Chic utilitarianism in the softest Italian leather.
   🔗 Max Mara

2. Diesel Crossbody Bags – Streetwise bags with attitude.
   🔗 Diesel

3. The North Face Black Series – Urban techwear that’s unexpectedly sleek.
   🔗 The North Face Black Series

4. Lululemon City Collection – Function-forward fashion for movers and makers.
   🔗 Lululemon

7. Make Your Home Fashion-Forward

Your personal style doesn’t stop at your closet. A chair in boucle, a velvet throw, a framed runway photograph from 1997—these are fashion statements too. Your home should feel like a well-dressed friend.

1. The Six, Mayfair – Interiors that mirror high-fashion silhouettes.
   🔗 The Six Hotel

2. Jonathan Adler – Maximalist décor for maximal life energy.
   🔗 Jonathan Adler

3. Anthropologie Home – Whimsical global décor meets curated comfort.
   🔗 Anthropologie Home

4. HAY Design – Danish cool in muted palettes and functional beauty.
   🔗 HAY

8. Celebrate Repetition (Yes, Outfit Repeaters Win)

Wearing your favorites over and over isn’t lazy—it’s iconic. Anna Wintour has worn the same necklace since forever. Repeat with confidence. It’s part of your visual identity.

1. Everlane Uniform – Designed to be worn on repeat—literally.
   🔗 Everlane Uniform

2. Uniqlo Essentials – Japanese precision for daily dressing.
   🔗 Uniqlo

3. Levi’s 501 – The blueprint for re-wearable denim.
   🔗 Levi’s 501

4. Cuyana – “Fewer, better things” is their fashion gospel.
   🔗 Cuyana

9. Shoot Your Own Lookbook (Even Just for You)

You don’t need a blog to document your style. Start taking intentional photos of what you’re wearing, how it made you feel, how it moved. Over time, you’ll find your aesthetic—unfiltered and fully yours.

1. Canon EOS M50 Mark II – Mirrorless magic for street or studio.
   🔗 Canon EOS M50

2. Adobe Lightroom – The gold standard for photo finesse.
   🔗 Adobe Lightroom

3. VSCO – Filter-driven finesse with storytelling soul.
   🔗 VSCO

4. Canva Pro – Elevate your lookbook layout like a digital editor.
   🔗 Canva Pro

10. Be Quietly Daring

You don’t always need loud prints or loud colors to make a statement. Wear something offbeat—a backwards shirt, a skirt over trousers, boots in summer. People will ask where you got it. You’ll smile and say, “It’s just how I felt today.”

1. Maison Margiela Tabi Boots – The definition of offbeat iconic.
   🔗 Margiela Tabi

2. Comme des Garçons Play – Heart-on-your-chest rebellion.
   🔗 Comme des Garçons

3. Acne Studios Asymmetric Skirts – Skewed lines, balanced vibes.
   🔗 Acne Studios

4. Issey Miyake Pleats Please – Sculptural innovation with wearable ease.
   🔗 Pleats Please

Fashion is an introduction. To who you are. To how you live. To what you believe looks good on you. These ten ways aren’t about being “in fashion.” They’re about owning it—on your terms.

Stay effortless. Stay extra. Stay entirely yourself.

By Alexia Tatiana – The Curated Life