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Kristen Garaffo's avatar

Girl, I relate to this post so much! I’m a true believer in if you look good, you feel good and using clothes as a way to inspire change is such a vibe. 😍

And side note, people watching and making up stories about their lives is one of my favorite things to do. I also think it’s a sign you’re a storyteller at heart. What a dream! 🥰🫶🏼

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Ella's avatar

Awww Kristen thank you!!! This is such a sweet comment 🥹 Clothing is a form of art and expression, I don't know why it's sometimes perceived as vanity to be obsessed with it! Also, calling me a storyteller at heart is my new favourite compliment ever. Thank you 🩷

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Intentional-ish's avatar

I feel seen 🥲 I loved reading this, thank you for sharing xx

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Ella's avatar

Ahh this makes me so happy!! Thank you for reading 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

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Izzy | The Sunday Reads's avatar

You know what, me too!

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Ella's avatar

And I love that for you!!!!!💜💜💜

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Soph's avatar

Loooove this! I've totally lost my way with fashion as of late - like you, I used to perfect my outfits before leaving the house and even once owned (and regularly wore) a red leather jacket?? Who WAS she?

Anyway, the change in my attitude towards clothes has definitely had an impact on my psyche. Like Kristen says, if you look good, you feel good.

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Ella's avatar

Omg a red leather jacket, I envy you, that sounds SO cool, you need to dig that back out ASAP!!!! Inspired by your suggestion I am actually doing a what I wore to work in the week to help me actually get back in to properly planning because, despite what it reads like, this week I've been in leggings covered in paint, which makes me feel a MESS

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Caroline Beuley's avatar

haha I am the SAME way! But I recently got rid of like half my closet and now I'm having so much more fun doing "movie-montage" styling sessions bc I can actually see all my clothes! Though I am seriouslyyy tempted by those sister jane pants !!

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Ella's avatar

Oh Sister Jane is my newest obsession, I just bought a dress from them and I have hung it in my room like a painting, so highly recommend giving them a whirl!! Thank you for reading Caroline, and happy dress-up! 💙

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Ciara ★'s avatar

Ella I LOVED this. I actually went shopping the day you posted this so I had this article in my head whilst I was browsing around. I totally agree with how fashion makes you feel. It is so true! I just love a good outfit. One that makes every step feel lighter, the breeze blowing through your hair more exciting, and a day out more interesting. Couldn't help but laugh out loud about the SKY tv incident and how you described yourself as Baymax - hilarious 🤣

Thank you for the mention about the Mary Janes paired with colourful socks! I just recieved some bright red socks on my birthday to go with my Mary Janes. I like that it adds some colour to any ordinary outfit. It's like I'm displaying 'I promise I'm fun' in my socks, and I love that 😅

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