The Three-Step Method to Discovering Your Unique Aesthetic Style

Have you ever wondered why you’re drawn to certain styles, colors, or textures? Understanding what you love—and more importantly, why you love it—is the foundation for creating a home or wardrobe that truly reflects you. Instead of constantly seeking something new, what if you could transform what you already own?

That’s the core of my Your Aesthetic Style (YAS) Method, a process that helps you rediscover and repurpose your existing belongings in a fresh way. Here’s how it works:

Step 1: Discover
The first step is all about exploration. Just like an interior redesign consultation, this phase involves asking key questions:

• What do you love
• What don’t you love?
• What elements consistently attract you?
  
  

By answering these questions and analyzing what’s already in your home or closet, you start to uncover patterns in your aesthetic preferences. This is why I encourage creating Pinterest boards—when you collect images you love, you can begin to see common themes emerge.

Step 2: Act on It
Discovery is important, but real transformation happens when you put these insights into practice. Whether it’s restyling a room or putting together new outfit combinations, applying what you’ve learned helps you see the true potential of what you already own.
Instead of buying something new, try creating the look you want first. This approach fosters creativity and encourages more intentional shopping in the future.

Step 3: Share
Sharing your newly styled space or outfit does two things:

1. It reinforces your excitement and appreciation for what you’ve created.
2. It inspires others to embrace their own creativity.

Whether you post on social media, invite friends over, or simply share your experience in a conversation, putting your creativity out into the world is an essential part of the process.

Breaking Free from the Cycle of Comparison, Consumption, and Criticism
The YAS Method isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about shifting your mindset. Here’s how:

• Comparison →  Define
  Instead of comparing your style to others, focus on what you love. What are you uniquely drawn to?
• Consumption → Create
  Before purchasing something new, try recreating the look using what you already have. If you still want to buy something, do so with intention.
• Criticism → Share
  Many people hesitate to share their creative expressions out of fear of judgment. But the more we share, the more we inspire others to do the same
  

Try It Yourself: Apply This Concept to Your Wardrobe
While restyling an entire home requires effort, you can start small by experimenting with your wardrobe today! The VIBE Class walks you through simple steps to create brand-new outfit combinations using what you already own.
So before you shop, take a moment to discover, act, and share—you might be surprised at what you can create!