Sometimes it can be easy to overthink things. I think that’s true of a lot of women when it comes to their personal style. They ponder their style words or spend months trying to decide on their style personality, and it keeps them feeling stuck. That’s why I decided to do a video on personal style.
Let’s make this as simple as possible, for all of us.
Personal style simply comes down to what you like. That is it. If you love it, and it feels like something you would or could wear (and not an “I like it but for someone else” kind of way) then it can be part of your personal style.
It doesn’t need to be narrow or even that clearly defined.
Here’s the secret. Everything you love has a thread of you running through it, whether you can see it or not. You may feel that you are all over the place or too eclectic, but the very fact that you chose what you chose makes them an extension of you.
Nada Manley
Today, I’m going to talk about the quickest way to express your personal style, and that’s with accessories.
If you’re still exploring and pondering and wondering, trying a few accessories that are associated with a particular style can help you explore it without going all in. And it can help you get the look you’ve been admiring without a wardrobe overhaul.
Today, I share trios of accessories that I have curated for different personal style words. Since everyone’s tastes and style expressions are different, you may find that your version of classic or boho looks nothing like the one shown here. In that case, I’d encourage you to tackle the fun challenge of assembling your own personal style accessories. Because you can wear them all the time, they have the ability to transform any outfit.
You can find all of these accessories in this catalog.
And now for the accessories!
Classic Style Personal Accessories
I kept it neutral, polished, and streamlined with this trio of cognac accessories, including the Sarah Flint Natalie flat, the Sarah Flint belt, and the Burberry bag.



Add these accessories to any basics, and you have a classic outfit.

Relaxed Natural Style Accessories
Using Portland Leather, I chose a trio of laid-back accessories that express this style personality.




Minimal Style Accessories
Sleek and simple minimal accessories from COS are perfect for this style.




Whimsical Creative Style Accessories
This fun style is best expressed in funky and cool accessories like these from Kate Spade.




Preppy Style Accessories
Crisp navy and white is the perfect palette for this trio of preppy accessories from Draper James.




Boho Style Accessories
These cool accessories from Anthropologie will bring out the bohemian style in any outfit.




What do you think of the idea of using accessories to explore your personal style? And which of these groups was your favorite? Let me know in the comments!
Nada Manley says
Love that! Great words!
Sherry Tiller says
Classic whimsical for sure