Much to our advantage (but equally and unfortunately so a possible disadvantage), first impressions are as permanent as they are crucial; which, needless to say, naturally emulates a need to create a facade. Superficial as it may seem, good first impressions potentially result to a high probability of turning first glances into temporal, and eventually lifelong, attainments.
Illustratively, when attending a networking event given the purpose of collaborating with startup entrepreneurs, which getup would more likely entice said executives to approach you and get acquainted -- a gray flannel suit fit for corporate (e.g. matching blazer and a pair of slacks over a white button down) or an intricately-manufactured, sequined-studded jumpsuit under a perfectly-tailored, gray blazer? Presumably, the former suggests a rather dull approach as if saying, "I'm normal, I'm just like everybody else -- I can do whatever anyone else could do", whereas the latter suggests a much bolder statement imposing, "I'm different, I'm not like everybody else -- I can make your company stand out in the industry", so explains an obvious measure to declaring the jumpsuit/blazer combo as the winner by a landslide; A GRAND SLAM!
Think of it this way, the way you dress is your medium to success. It takes a strong ideal to get you what you want, but it takes a defying, and by all means dauntless, sense of fashion to get you noticed -- a duo dynamic to making all the difference with regards to making a first-rate first impression. And as can be done in the workplace, so be it at school; here are 5 outfit inspirations, reflective of personal thoughts and apprehensions, especially catered to students, myself included, on the first day of school:
1. "I'm a little shy -- start a conversation! Talk to me about my denim jacket!"
outfit details: Denim jacket - Stradivarius, denim skirt - Billabong, flannel - Stradivarius, shoes - Converse, bag - Accessorize, headpiece - H&M, choker - H&M, patchwork - #DesignsByKyna, paint job - #DesignsByKyna (Wilbert, an incredible designer, hand painted my denim jacket)
2. "I'm the coolest person you'll ever meet -- DON'T TALK TO ME"
outfit details: joggers - Forever21, cargo jacket - Top Shop, sunnies - Mango, clutch bag - Louis Vuitton, heels - Aldo
3. "Let's be friends!"
outfit details: floral dress - #DesignsByKyna, sunnies - Zara Men
4. "I'm in school only for connections."
outfit details: handbag - Kate Spade, blazer - Miss Selfridge, top - Zara, culottes - Black market in Bangkok, oxfords - Zara
5. "I'm a fashionista -- wanna form a posse?"
outfit details: sheer cover up - Zara, sweater - Zara, pencil skirt - black market, oxfords - Charles&Keith, handbag - Prada, headpiece - H&M
Classes have already begun for some of us, but for those of you getting ready for a new semester, hope you have an awesome first day! Also, this not only applies to school, but also for work, events, parties, and basically, every occasion! HAVE AN AWESOME WEEK! And happy hunting!
First and fifth look! SUPER IN LOVE
THANKS SO MUCH ALYANNA! THOSE 2 ARE MY SUPER FAVES AS WELL! <3
Super cute post lady!! You always have such fun things to say! And, I LOVE that floral maxi! Gorgeous! XO
Lauren-Blair
http://www.gracerock-kellyroll.com
Thanks so much Lauren-Blair! 🙂 It’s actually a sheer cover up! 🙂 HIHIHIHI!
the floral maxi had my jaw dropping! I also LOVE the last look on you. well, I love each look on you. haha loved this post!
i was actually doubtful of the last look — wasn’t sure it looked good! HAHAHAHA! TURNS OUT IT DOES 🙂 THANKS SO MUCH KYNIA <3 <3 <3
You are such an inspiration Kyna! Your originality is what I love about you. <3
AWWW 🙂 Thanks so much, Ella — your comment means the world to me. It really warms my heart to know that somehow, in my own ways, I inspire other people! 🙂 Thanks again, Ella! 🙂
This is such a cute post, girlie, and all the outfits you’ve created definitely exude the vibes you’ve mentioned. I really couldn’t agree more that how we dress has a lot to do with how we’re treated and perceived, making it imperative to consider! Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you’re having a great week so far!
XO,
Jalisa
http://www.thestylecontour.com
YAYYY! I’M BEYOND ECSTATIC TO HAVE SOMEONE TOTALLY AGREE WITH ME! THANKS FOR ALWAYS SPREADING POSITIVITY AND LOVE HERE ON MY BLOG! 🙂
This is the coolest post ever! You capture each vibe perfectly! Love your embellished denim and dying over that floral dress. You are an amazing stylist!
http://www.kathrineeldridge.com
WAAA, YOU REALLY THINK SO? 🙂 AND THIS JUST MIGHT BE THE COOLEST COMMENT EVER! HAHAHAHAHA! 🙂 Thanks so much, Kathrine!
love those looks!!
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Thanks so much! 🙂
You have great combos! Love the looks you put together! =)
– Cielo
Mermaid in Heels
THANKS, CIELO! 🙂 I DO LOVE MIXING AND MATCHING! <3
fourth and fifth look!!! love this post!
SO HAPPY YOU LIKED THOSE 2 OUTFITS, KIMSYCAKE! IT IS AN HONOR :'(
LOOOVE ALLL OF THESE!!!!! Lalo na yung last!!!!!!! Mesh layering is da bomb dot com! and super funny ng subtitles HUHUHUHU HAHAHAHHAHAHA you da bomb dot com :*
http://poshpossibilities.blogspot.com
HUHUHUHU! I knew it — style twins and forever twins HAHAHAAHAHA! <3 <3 <3 AND YOU ARE THE BOMBEST OF THE BOMBS DOT COM!!!!!!!!!
These looks are so cute! I love the culottes 😀
Love your blog! Let’s be blog buddies! Following your blog now 😀
xoSE
http://www.sashaelizabeth.com/
Thanks so much, Sasha! 🙂 And yayyy! Let’s definitely be blog buddies! <3
I think this was a really lovely idea for a post! I’ve never really thought much about the fact that fashion can convey what you are thinking and feeling so much!
Musings & More
Thank you, Emily <3 I am so so so happy you gained an insight from reading this blog post! 🙂 nothing makes me feel more fulfilled! 🙂
Amazing look. You are such a doll. Thanks for sharing!
Much love, Len
http://www.lenparent.com
So are you, Len! 🙂
This was such a fun post! Loved the cool outfit, hahah so good! Xx
http://www.thefashionfolks.com
HAHAHA! Glad you loved it! <3
I love that denim jacket!! That would definitely be a conversation starter!
http://thecourtneydiaries.com
Thanks so much, Courtney! I’m actually posting a video soon on painting jackets yourselves! 🙂 so we could all go twinning! HAHAHA!
A great range of outfits!! All are so Stunning!
Adi xx
http://www.fancycorrectitude.com
http://www.instagram.com/fancycorrectitude
Thanks, Adi! <3
Gosh! You look so stunning! I really love those outfits!
Great post, babe!
hope you could check-out my blog 🙂
xoxo, shaine
Bad Habits
Thanks, Shaine! <3 i'm extremely happy you loved it! 🙂
Perfect selection of outfits, I love them all!
xx
LA VEINE
Thankyou, Marta! 🙂
Great post! I love all of these looks and they capture the mood perfectly!
I love the floral maxi dress
Julia x
http://www.thevelvetrunway.com