We have clothes in our closet that trigger us because we aren’t at that place anymore, and we need to start demanding new things from the clothing we put on our bodies.  We have been on autopilot for so long.  Wardrobe has always been a connection to “self” for Cristina.  There’s a connection to “who am I” and that’s how she related to style.  

When we show up as our best selves on the outside, it’s important to make that connection.  You “dress for the interview” or dress a certain way if you are going to a specific event.  That connection exists, but in our everyday lives we aren’t making that connection.  Essentially, we aren't "ourselves" every day when we just throw "whatever" together in the clothes we wear. 

What does “dress-up” mean?  We have been told from a very young age that there are appropriate ways to dress for certain occasions.  What do you think it looks like to look “put together?”  8 times out of 10, the appropriate clothing already exists in your closet for any situation.

Who am I and who do I need to be?  How can I align with what I already have?

Start with your favorites and write down why they are your favorites and why you feel this way.  This is not to replicate the look, but to replicate the feeling when you’re choosing new clothes.