I’m currently looking for real women who are interested in sharing photographs and anecdotes about the evolution of their personal style. I’d like to know in each photo:
- What were you thinking? or
- Why did you wear that? or
- Would you do this again today?
This is a new feature on FutureDerm.com, but I thought we could have some fun with it. For instance, take my own style evolution:
This is my mom and me at Disney World when I was about two years old. I didn’t have much say in my style back then, but I will say that I would love to take that dress, albeit a little longer, in my size now…
One of my awkward stages, circa 2000. Being adopted, I always loved my parents’ natural curly (Dad) or wavy (Mom) hair, and I was devoted to getting mine as big as possible. Moving right along…
My prom dress, 2003. I was formerly insecure about my curves, but after J.Lo made my figure type popular, I decided to wear clothing that accentuated rather than disguised them. Which made my life a lot easier (and my confidence a lot higher) in general.
This is me at age 21. Started running five times weekly at this age. My style virtually solidified at this point: mostly classic, with a touch of modern and romantic. I learned by this point to also swear by clean lines and high heels for my 5’4″ stature.
This is me last year, before a medical school picnic. I like to keep it simple: clean lines, coordinating colors, beige or tan heels or wedges with a skirt. Where I like to splurge is accessories: a killer shoe, handbag, or piece of jewelry gets across the subtle-need-to-look-close-or-you-miss-it effect I crave every time. I’ve gained about ten pounds since this photo, but I’m optimistic that I will lose it, especially now that I’m blogging about nutrition+fitness (nothing like public opinion to keep a woman on her toes!)
Now I want to know YOUR style evolution! Please, send photos or inquiries to nicki[at]futurederm[dot]com, and you could be featured on the blog next!