A note on confidence

     How many times have we woken up with the 5^t’h ring of our alarm that said “if you don’t get up now you will be sweeping streets for the rest of your life message on it (definitely happened more than once), we put on whatever was laying on the floor not caring too much what it was and ran to our class or work hoping to make it on time while thinking yeah weren’t we just flawless this morning sigh... But let’s stop there. What if we would have gotten ready a little earlier that morning or prepared a cute outfit for that early 8am class in advance, wouldn’t that make us feel a little bit more excited and ready to go and start off our morning right because well, we look adorable. Confidence and fashion are directly linked. This is seen especially in women because we care a lot more about how we look and let’s admit it, it absolutely boosts our confidence and makes our day when someone compliments our outfit. 

     You also never know who you are going to meet that day, maybe it’s the guy you’ve been crushing on for ages and maybe it’s something less glamorous like a meeting, but the most important part is that you feel confident in how you look and can feel more ready and relaxed. Fashion can also improve your overall body confidence as well, regardless of your body shape, you don’t have to look like a supermodel to feel pretty, and the right kind of garments can transform you into a beauty and show off those beautiful curves that you have. 

     But most importantly to feel that way; you must own up to the outfit that you are wearing, and that is SO important because if you lose your confidence in what you have on it makes you not enjoy fashion and feel exposed and shy, that is why when you pick what you are going to wear you have to know that yes I can pull this off or that maybe this is not my cup of tea and stick to what makes you feel your best. On another hand, don’t be afraid to explore, there are many different styles that are out there to be tried, from edgy to vintage and glam, you don’t have to stick to just one specific type, dressing it up different everyday can make all the difference in the world and expand your range of clothing choices and strengthen who you are. 

     This fashion metamorphosis can be seen in many famous stars like for example, Miley Cyrus who evolved from cute Hannah Montana to a crazy bodysuit and funky outfit kinda gal (hey no judgment) but she created a persona for herself from the clothes that she wore, and that is a great example how a piece of clothing can add just a little bit more spice. I am not saying you should be a twerking bunny for Halloween, just simply stating that fashion can change you. 

     On the final note do not be shy in wearing something different that no one else is wearing, let’s not forget, that’s how all trends start so better be a trend setter not a follower. We are all unique and can bring something different to the fashion table, like the famous Ralph Lauren said “Fashion is not necessarily about labels. It’s not about brands. It’s about something else that comes from within you.” That something from within you is individual style, so don’t be afraid to show it!

- Berta Amelinaite