Style isn’t just about clothes, it’s one of the most powerful tools for personal development you already own. In this episode, Alex explores how your wardrobe can help you reconnect with who you’ve been, ground you in who you are now, and stretch you into the woman you’re becoming.
Through her past–present–future framework, Alex shares why style is so much more than trends or “looking the part.” It’s about identity, confidence, and creating a wardrobe that grows with you as you step into new opportunities.
Whether you’re navigating a career shift, building a business, or simply ready to feel more like yourself again, this episode will help you see style in a completely new light.
Episode Highlights
00:00 | Why Style Is Personal Development
00:39 | Your Wardrobe Is a Mirror
01:26 | The Past: What You Abandoned
02:25 | Motherhood & Identity Shifts
03:31 | The Fear of Colour & Conditioning
04:21 | The Present: Where the Discomfort Lives
05:23 | Why Intentional Dressing Creates Immediate Confidence
06:11 | Enclothed Cognition: The Science Behind It
06:51 | The Future: Dressing for Your Evolution
07:46 | The Five-Year Window Approach
08:36 | Aligning Inner & Outer Work
What you’ll learn in this episode:
• Why style and identity are inseparable
• How the past holds clues to your authentic style
• How to use your wardrobe to feel powerful in the present
• Why dressing for your future self accelerates personal growth
If this resonates, share the episode with another trailblazing woman in your life.
Take The Style Archetypes Quiz to find your style:
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Connect with Alex on Instagram @alexandrastandley or book your free style strategy call online to find out more about working with Alex:
https://www.alexandrastandley.co.uk/service-page/style-strategy-call
