I’ve noticed so many people struggling to “find their style,” whether it’s clothing, art, or even interior design. I think a big part of the problem is putting too much pressure on instantly identifying it. For me, the key was allowing myself to go on artistic whims.Rather of trying to emulate a specific influencer or aesthetic I admired, I started experimenting. I signed up for a pottery class even though I’d never touched clay. I tried oil painting, despite knowing absolutely nothing about color theory. I even attempted to make my own clothes, emphasis on *attempted.* Most of these experiments were… less then successful. I have a very lopsided vase and a half-finished dress to prove it.
But through these “failures,” I discovered what I *didn’t* like. I learned I prefer working with my hands, but sewing frustrations outweigh the joy. I enjoy bold colors,but maybe not *all* of them together on one canvas.This process of elimination and small discoveries gradually shaped my preferences. It wasn’t about finding a pre-packaged “style,” but organically growing into my own. Has anyone else found that letting go of the pressure to conform was helpful in discovering their personal style?