my style statement: genuine eloquence.
Thursday, December 11th, 2008
I’ve spoken previously about my love for the book Style Statement: Live by Your Own Design. Well, I finished it several weeks ago & much to my delight, I’ve discovered what my style statement is. (& it couldn’t ring truer.) I am so excited that I’ve finally finished this book, although I feel it was more than a book. It was a journey. & as soon as I found out my style statement, it was like I came home. The experience was amazing, to say the least.
I’d like to share my style statement here, in the exact format that the profiles in the book are presented: the definition of each word of my style statement, the material things in my life that are most treasured & influential, & the questions & answers that perfectly portray who I am, & what I’m about. So, without further ado, my style statement is…
[Genuine Eloquence]
Cape dress, from Cali; vest, from Target; pants, from Ross; shoes, from DSW; jewelry is miscellaneous.
genuine
SPIRIT: Authentic & real, Genuine wants to be fully itself & deeply appreciate people & experiences that are free of hypocrisy or dishonesty. Sincerity is sweet music to their souls. They gravitate to those who are down-to-earth & unpretentious. They are expert at sensing the discomfort & needs of others, & so excel at putting people at ease, drawing on their humor, good manners, or tenderness to do so. Genuine has a knack for taking the best & leaving the rest. They want the facts. They rarely suffer fools, & don’t make much time for situations that go against their grain or distract them from their goals. It’s fairly easy for them to walk away from situations that aren’t serving them. Genuine’s motto tends to be “Live & live.” Ironically, Genuine can struggle with balancing outer image with its inner desires &, for better or worse, will fake it to make it. They have a special fondness for originality & appreciate things that last & endure as well as people & principles that have stood the test of time.
LOOK & FEEL: Comfortable & comforting. Strong craftsmanship, standing the test of time. Almost anything goes with Genuine’s fashion as long as it feels right. Genuine adores tried-&-true brands & things, & places & people steeped with history & character. Replicas, rip-offs, & imitation designs & material are out of the question.
eloquence
ability, appeal, articulation, dramatic, expressiveness, fervor, flow, fluency, forcefulness, gift of gab, grandiloquence, loquacity, meaningfulness, mellifluousness, passion, persuasiveness, poise, power, rhetoric, spirit, style, vigor, vivacity, wittiness.
1. my favorite books: The Great Gatsby, Entre Nous, my personal journal, & Jane Eyre.
2. vanilla scented tea-light candles.
3. my grandfather’s camera that he bought from Germany.
4. a dried rose from Jonathan.
5. a green bottle.
6. my engagement ring box.
7. stones from the Mediterranean Sea; a gift from my friend Sharon’s trip to Europe.
8. miscellaneous jewelry: a novelty key, a ring my father gave me when I was young, & handmade earrings from an art student.
9. a porcelain elephant I named Lucky.
10. a tea set from my grandmother.
Things I love: I love the ocean; the vastness of it leaves me breathless. I love dogs. I love good hair days. I love a home-cooked meal. I love being in the arms of my husband. I love writing — especially if it’s composed honestly without much thinking. I love sunsets, orchids, the color red & staying in my pajamas all day.
I feel most at home: Wherever my husband is. He is my home. He keeps me grounded, connected & satisfied.
I looked most fabulous: On my wedding day. I’ve worn that dress so many times before, but that day I wore it especially well. I was floating & glowing.
My definition of sexy: A fearless, risk-taking woman who can dress like a boy, but still look amazing.
I nourish my well-being by: listening to music, reading a book (keeps my mind in the right place), watching classic, black & white movies, going for a drive, talking to my mother.
What I’d like more of in my life is: Freedom. To not think so much. To live & love without fear. I need that.
What I want less of in my life is: Anxiety. Fear. Doubt. Insecurity.
The negative qualities in people that I can hardly tolerate are: Racism. Hypocrisy. Pessimism.
If I were going to write a brilliant book it would be about: Beauty & its taboos. Self-esteem & the important role the media plays when it comes to subliminal persuasion. Staying true to yourself would tie into this book, also.
I tend to get stingy about: How to spend money; whether we should or shouldn’t.
The ultimate celebration or party that I’d like to throw would be: A real wedding, on the beach; barefoot, in a flowy, gauze-like dress with flowers in my hair. Dancing to drumbeats, jazz guitars & haunting cellos. I would want it to last all night.
I describe my inner rhythm as: quiet, but strong.
I resist exercise because: I hate sweating. I hate the daunting routine of a workout.
I am completely uninterested in or bored by: women’s magazines, celebrity gossip, fashion designers (who’s-who).
A tiny part of me secretly wants: to make love like a porn star.
Suffice it to say, If any of you are searching & longing to pinpoint your inner purpose, from the bottom of my heart I strongly recommend this book. & no, the author’s aren’t paying me money to say so. :]
on Thursday, December 11th, 2008 at 5:03 pm:
I want this book!!! Let me know where to find it!
on Thursday, December 11th, 2008 at 10:47 pm:
I cannot wait to find out mine
on Thursday, December 11th, 2008 at 10:51 pm:
I can’t wait to get this book. I’m glad you enjoyed it so much. I hope I do, too.
on Friday, December 12th, 2008 at 6:56 am:
I have truly enjoyed your blogspot since the first day I dropped in. Great style of your own. I will definitely be checking out this book. I will also be adding to my book club list of coffee table books. Thanks for sharing.
on Friday, December 12th, 2008 at 7:32 am:
I really enjoy your seemingly effortless approach to style (rather than “fashion” or “trends). It’s inspiring to see how much you enjoy putting things together, and how you aren’t afraid to do what feels right for you.
on Friday, December 12th, 2008 at 2:08 pm:
I am now really intrigued by this book. Thanks for sharing. I’m going to special-order it in for me and give to my mum for Christmas!
on Friday, December 12th, 2008 at 5:43 pm:
That book sounds SO interesting! I really enjoyed reading your quiz and seeing all of your favorite treasures. Love the Great Gatsby … and the green bottle … and the tea set!
Oh man, I’ve been so behind on google reader and my blog — and replying to your email! I need more time in life! Well, hope you’ve been enjoying the (maybe?) rainy weather in LA!
on Friday, December 12th, 2008 at 6:47 pm:
I stumbled across your blog 3 days ago, and I was so intrigued that I proceeded to read all your posts…backwards!
you are such a great writer, and I love that you are so open and honest. The fashion posts are also cool… especially since I LOVE fashion.
I have to tell you that I absolutely loved this post:
http://apricot-tea.com/2008/03/25/small-town-girl/
you have heart!
Great blog!
on Saturday, December 13th, 2008 at 4:53 pm:
i love your blog and especially the title !! your style is great too ! ill be back ;)
Bonne soirée!
Bouchra
Boubouteatime
on Sunday, December 14th, 2008 at 12:22 am:
I think making love like a porn star is a great goal, as long as it doesn’t involve a tacky manicure and transparent lucite heels.
on Tuesday, December 16th, 2008 at 11:43 am:
what a lovely discovery! and yeah – make love like a porn star – just spare yourself the bad bikini waxing.
Shine on,
Danielle
http://www.whitehottruth,com
on Tuesday, December 16th, 2008 at 2:01 pm:
Oh dear, I’m feeling jealous. I want a style statement of my own!
Off to the library to find that book!
on Friday, December 19th, 2008 at 9:29 pm:
I got the book this week! Can’t wait to find out what mine is. Thanks for the heads up.
on Wednesday, February 4th, 2009 at 6:01 am:
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on Wednesday, April 29th, 2009 at 12:16 pm:
This is so wonderful! Now I HAVE to buy the book. Thank you so much for mentioning it to me!!