At 56 with long, thin legs and a short torso long over lean suits me best. Im thinking I fit into the Princess/ gamine/ classic category somewhere. If you are a Spring, then almost all of the really dark neutrals arent going to do you any favors. The visual of the sirens island also makes perfect sense to me; by creating a life that gives me deep pleasure and fulfillment, not only am I making myself happy, but I am creating a world that the right kind of person would be interested in joining. It referred to a relatively boyish, youthful, playful, charming, and adorable way of dressing. Leverage your natural charm and receptiveness to your advantage, Recognize the 9 Phases of Feminine Transformation-- and know where you are in that 'cycle', Eliminate the stumbling blocks that ruin your natural, seductive appeal, Ignite and express your raw, magnetic, 'lover' energy, Get unstuck-- and figure out your life path, Learn how other world-class Gamines leveraged their personality for success and love, Attract people and opportunity by being MORE of yourself, Understand the partners you naturally attract-- and, Start daily practices and make lifestyle choices that align you with your archetype, Leverage your archetype for wealth, opportunity and abundance. I want to build up my wardrobe so I have quality options, then spend more time in my closet just playing and creating outfits. Im a romantic/classic which somewhat was surprising to me, but not to others who know me. Thanks Susan for all your work in trying to help us understand the style types. I may not be alone in appreciating your use of the personalities as examples. And its tomboyish vibe matches makeup styles like Airy Boyish and Soft Grunge looks. The part of your post that resonates with me is the jacket length. I look best if there is a bit of edge in some aspect of what Im wearing; usually an accessory, but I do love a slightly period-looking or in some other way slightly dramatic/costumey jacket. The Bohemian/Natural Romantic: Feminine, sexy, glamorous, earthy. So heres a bit more detail about the style guidelines, and how Im incorporating them. Thank you. Not intended as any type of personal criticism. I tried adding some color (some accurate matches and some in the right family but probably too dark and find myself feeling out of my comfort zone! I am a blend of gamine, natural and classic. It works for my feeling of slightly more dressy skinny woman ( over certain age 53 ) living in Bay area , California. I have also received many compliments, gifts and new opportunities! A House of Colour style day includes a lot of learning, a personality quiz, measurements (mostly vertical) and a show-and-tell time. They are incredibly attractive. Welcome to my blog, une femme d'un certain ge. For shoes, flat ballet type shoes, trainers, loafers or a sandal that would, again, go with most of your clothes. A structured blazer and lipstick gives off a totally different vibe than a hoodie and a ponytail. I definitely fall into this category! I like what you said about these being tools, not rules. In fact, you may not even own a pair of jeans, or if you do, you wear them as if they were dressy trousers. I am glad Susan qualified that description of gamine! That style is very becoming on you. Why was it your go-to look for so long? Think Audrey Hepburn, Emma Watson, Carey Mulligan, Ellen DeGeneres. Curious about your archetype? Earthy and relaxed,creative and arty. Required fields are marked *. Yes, yes, yes! Thank you for the educational post. After my personality quiz and measurements, Ally categorized me as Natural Dramatic (I was really close with Snappy Casual! After searching and taking different courses on self love, sexual liberation and feminine energy, that I later found out were surface level and not well thought out, I am glad that I invested in your work. I look good in separates, need clean lines and some structure. Deep down I knew these people although very close to me they were trying to destroy me. Thank you for todays post about Modern Gamine. Now, all of these are tools, not rules. Im adapting some of the Gamine style guidelines for our lifestyle, which is mostly casual, and for our locale (Southern California) where being too done up feels out of place. Think about these as archetypes, or even pantomime figures, and see who resonates with you. Sothis happened last night. Which gives me some guidance. A great example of how terribly a woman's charm is affected by dressing up as a different type of beauty was casting Michelle Williams (Gamine) as the all-time sex bomb Marilyn Monroe ( Romantic ). I know for sure that certain colors look terrible on me, and certain styles sadly, I dont yet know what looks best, and a trip to the mavens at Red Leopard is not likely anytime in my near (or even distant) future. The Gamine is equal parts Yin and Yang, always maintaining a natural contradiction that is the basis for her physical makeup. This is what happens when I post before coffee! I would describe myself as A. The Princess: pretty, delicate, feminine, with small-scale, petite features. Hairstyles need to be neat rather than flowing. While there are some recommendations-peplums, bolero jackets, bouffant skirts-that can apply to both, a Soft Gamine does not need the ruffles and daintiness that an Ingenue does. Its still possible to have a natural style personality and look good so keep it simple and co-ordinated rather than too slouchy and you will always look presentable! Children lack the pretention and defenses that adultserect as armor over time. In just the last two weeks there have been so many things to make me excited about making some changes in my life. Much of it was confirmation of styles good or bad, that Id figured out on my own. If your body is more round, you will look better in more feminine, curvy, draped clothing. I think your gradual process is smart and the suggestions right on especially in regards to your color palette. We were asked to bring 5-10 items from our closet that we loved and 5-10 items that we dont love. Sign up to be notified of new posts and updates from une femme d'un certain ge. And I can see I thought I was bigger than petite because of how clothes fit me, boots too tight in calves, my bottom pulled the pants funny, and tops hung, because of a small bust , but grabbed my forearms tight. As you can see Im struggling to keep this short:). If you have a Dramatic Style Personality, you like to wear bold colour combinations often with black. We use these words to describe a certain look or clothing personality which is the Style of clothing for each individual. (And Ive hung onto a few favorite pieces that arent quite Gamine until I can replace them with ones that are.). Think of how you dress and what speaks to you. You probably wear asymmetrical styles of clothing and statement pieces. Features: The gamine body type has a petite stature and is usually under 5 ft 5 in. Shoes need to be embellished with diamante or bows. Id suggest doing what they told me at the time when I got my colors done, which is finding the shade/color that matches your hair, your skin, and your eyes. Function dictates form. Fits: tops and jackets are best when shorter (top of hip length) and more fitted, but not tucked in. They tend to have energetic, whimsical energy to them. Celebrity examples:Meryl Streep, Princess Diana and Emma Thompson. I knew that I was full of love and kindness and could never comprehend why I was always encountering this abuse, and thats in adulthood! If the dress code at a venue calls for casual, you will most likely be the best dressed person there. Ive been retiring my heavier earrings anyway, so this works for me. Oh gheeze, how wrong I was, I entered a goldmine once more. I would tend to the Bohemian/ natural romantic by preference. Susan, I just love your deep dive into your style personality. Style personalities dont work for me for this reason. To try and remove the bolt. The Feminine Odyssey is a spiritual, mental and emotional journey that every woman must undergo. Take the Quiz to See What Makeup Archetype Matches Your Face Still wondering what your Dear Peachie makeup archetype is? There are darker versions of colors that are good for you (I dont know which youd like, but I know I personally have a lot of shades of green I rarely wear as a Summer). one who is pert, impudent, or playfully mischievous. These courses are what I've been looking for. Feminine Power, Self Discovery & Sacred Sensuality by Ayesha K. Faines. Your guidance goes so much deeper than attracting men, its a life philosophy. The past informs the present in this course! Thank you so much, I think you saved my soul with your videos. My mother was more Romantic when young but I couldnt do that either never having been seen as very feminine , which she was . It was a blast. Thanks! Its your newly exposed flattering colours that resonate with me as they light up your face and suit you beautifully. Its helping me to build a cohesive wardrobe but with a little more color and interest. Thanks also for the comment from Brenda Kinsel. Thank you, Greetje my style isnt on the list either:-). A far better choice is body acceptance, and clothing that makes us look our personal best at our size and shape. Is there My Style Personality Profile isnt on the list. I knew also that despite being in my fifties I had a magnetic vibe from men. It was used in English from about the mid-19th century (for example, by William Makepeace Thackeray in 1840 in one of his Parisian sketches), but in the 20th century . See synonyms for gamine on Thesaurus.com noun a neglected girl who is left to run about the streets. Thank you so much! I believe I have validation & a bit of a blueprint going forward & look forward to the next steps of my own style journey, as well as following along for yours. (After years of wearing long-over-lean silhouettes almost exclusively, this is the biggest change for me.) I just wanted to write to say thank you for your amazing work. See more ideas about gamine style, style, fashion. Her wisdom is a grounding force. If only I knew what to replace it with! Wardrobe Basics White Trousers or Jeans, Keep your clothing uncluttered and simple, Pearls or diamonds will look good but dont wear too much jewellery, Your hairstyle should be easy to manage and tamed, Bags and shoes should be good quality leather if possible and simple in design. CLASSIC style type. Such as shorts, cropped, fitted pants, jackets and cardigans, mini or knee-length skirts. I look like Im wearing a bathrobe. Celebrity examples:Kate Winslet, Sophie Dahl and Julianne Moore. Nothing boring for you. The colours in my wardrobe are mostly A. Bobs and pixies are good choices. The Princess: pretty, delicate, feminine, with small-scale, petite features. Heres whats on my list to buy next: Ally encouraged me to try some paper bag pants eek! Perhaps all counsellors should do your program as a part of their studies! That said, I have been inspired to get rid of many of the black shirts/sweaters I wear by default because a) Im from New York, even though I reside in the very relaxed Pacific Northwest now, and b) its easy.The color drags my face down and ages me terribly. I aspire to be well-groomed , pulled together in the sense of no bits falling off or getting in the way and love the unusual . I recall many years ago when Joan Collins was still in Dynasty that she said she was always expected to look super glam like her character but that her personal style was much more casual . If not your second highest archetype is active, and ideally above 70 % on the archetypes assessment. Soft Natural (SN) A soft natural's hair looks best when it's soft and loosely layered. I never meant long over lean is the default for old ladies. In my younger years(20s) I wore a very short pixie tended to dress boyishly ( read gender neutral street urchin)and my Father commented many times on my gamine look. Haha). . You used yourself as the only example and did not stray into judging anyone. Thank you for this course.I have always felt wrong and in conflict with myself but today, as part of this course, I can finally say that the pieces of my brokenness have come back home to me. I want to make it look easy and like I didnt try too hard, which actually often requires time and effort. Gamine body type is a combination of Yin's face (feminine / soft features) and Yang's body (masculine/sharp features). (min, -n, min) sustantivo. The larger issue for me is finding the right silhouette, for lack of a better word, and making choices about how to pair things. She will have to recognize the cycles of transformation, something we explore in the Maiden Masterclass, in order to recognize her opportunities to evolve into the highest level of her archetype. Same for chunky boucl fabrics . Susan its been so interesting to watch you go through your style analysis and color palette analysis! Cute, sharp, neat and funky. I'm here to help you get dressed with ease, style & confidence, so you can feel your best at any age! So much of it rang true, and Im so grateful to have found it at my age. Boatnecks are good and shallow v-necks. I have always thought you look great, even before your style redo. Skinny jeans that have something interesting to them: holes, whiskers, fading, Ultra feminine clothing: anything pretty, girly, lacy, dainty or precious. A sporty style of clothing will also suit you. I took no prisoners. I find from working with my personal style and wardrobe clients that with style insight they suddenly realize why certain things in their closet just dont work for them. innocent and provocative icky indeed! GAMINE FACE FEATURES Lower face - slightly defined Nose - medium to small with soft lines or slightly sharper Cheekbones - slightly sharp (visible only with low weight) Eyes - large, round or medium in size Lips - slightly full, often narrow Cheeks - slender gamine body type Style recommendations You have a lithe and lean body, which tends towards musculature. Although, I do think some of the descriptors are helpful in terms of nailing ones style. There are several systems and most usually cover a version of the following style types: Dramatic (statement dressing, think Victoria Beckham), This is the Robin Hood figure or the outdoorsy wholesome type that keeps accessories and make-up simple and natural. Susan, I had my colors done decades ago with my mother (what a lovely memory, as a young professional it was a gift I gave her), and I was identified as a Spring. Black Ankle . INGENUE style type. Winter is the opposite of Flamboyant Gamine style to me, as many functional/practical winter lines can overwhelm petite styles. I definitely notice a theme in that my best ones have lots of layers and/or an element of drama. I think Im a mix of Romantic/Classic. The gamine style is sweet, childlike, gentle, innocent and adorably charming. Most Americans wear 15% of their wardrobe 85% of the time. Thus I am a Classic/Diva however contradictory that sounds . The term classic reminds me so much of styles predating the 60s twinset and pearls and todays lifestyles appear to be much more relaxed and informal. Body type: straight and angular, may tend to long or sleek musculature (sinewy or lithe). Gamines are usually petite and not necessarily in terms of height (a few extra inches can provide enough Yang in their Yin-Yang balance, but they won't be extremely tall anyway). The written word is sometimes tricky to interpret correctly, and I appreciate that you responded. I appreciate that you explained it so well. There are loads of online quizzes, I just Googled 'style personality quiz' or something and did them all, then when I had a rough idea I Googled 'Gamine style' which confirmed my suspicions. A clothing personality is designed to be a guide and an inspiration so that you are able to refine your clothing choices. As for color, go with something soft, natural, and subtle. The gamine likes to have fun with clothes, mixing up styles, such as pairing trainers with a dress. Typically, physical or psychological loss will force the maiden womanto face herself and fully mature. Ive become much more discriminating about what I purchase, and what I do have works well together. Ice Gray Pixie. Thank you so much for your research and efforts in providing this for us. I wasnt sure what was bothering me about the wording, but youve nailed it. Such as leather biker jackets, dark blue jeans, black denim; capris, ankle-length pants, military pants; dungarees; boy caps; boots etc. One can of course be a mix of two and sometimes more. Your bone structure is angular, narrow, and sharp, with small breasts and hips. Again, thank you for taking the time and effort. Such as shorts, cropped, fitted pants, jackets and cardigans, mini or knee-length skirts. Celebrity examples: Cher, Tilda Swinton,Angelina Jolie, Paloma Picasso, Amy Winehouse, Lady Gaga and Adele. I think we can all embrace our own style profiles without demeaning those of others. 6. More Style Type Systems. I can see now, the fashion du jour can have a lasting effect on our views of ourselves, no wonder we new help! Id rather replace that with some sort of smart casual expression though a single word eludes me. If you're anxious to jump ahead check out some of the other style type systems and resources below. Are there elements you are going to keep? But not complaining, as aging surely beats the alternative. I turned that iconic double flap right into Grannys Best Bag when I put it on. The Gamine: neat, cute, fun, funky. Rondi, Rondi, And your examples of mature gamine are of interest to me. Again, like the Gamine, jewellery should be small scale, Shoes need to be pretty, dainty with bows or embellishments. If were one or neither, clothing wont make us into something were not. Hair is last. A year after breaking an engagement, I started to recover pieces of myself.
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