What drives your styling inspiration? Where do you turn to quench that thirst for creativity? What sparks your next look- or purchase?
Just like an artist’s muse is the inspiration for his canvas, my muse for styling is fashion. Yes, Fashion is my Muse. Of course, there are faces behind those looks that inspire me so. I have scrapbooks and Mood boards filled from the years of collecting. This exercise has helped me during my career, my teaching, my art, and personally as well.
Not only are Mood boards great tools for collecting creative info, but they are especially useful as springboards for future projects. You can add or transform as you go along or evolve. And- this doesn’t always have to be with paper and glue (although that process can be incredibly satisfying!). There are great online platforms to help you plan your boards. You know what I’m gonna say: Pinterest, of course!
Today I’m sharing with you one of my Fashion Boards from Pinterest: Fashion is My Muse This board is filled with my very Favourite Fashion Icons. For me, there’s nothing ‘ordinary’ about these Muses; they are all Extraordinary.
I’m inspired primarily by their look and style, the patterns and forms, colors and accessories- the stories their appearance unfolds. Flamboyance and over-the-top creations help bring us out of our comfort zone. We may not go to these extremes…but certainly edge us on a bit. And that’s a good thing- moving forward and accepting change!
Here are my Muses, in no particular order:
There’s more… I keep on adding to this list. Stay tuned for Part 2; where I disclose my historical fashion muses!
Do you create Moodboards? Who are your Fashion Muses?
#Confessionoftheday: I secretly dream of recreating each and every one of these looks! I’m thinking of maybe doing a challenge on this! Would you join me??
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Mine were in puberty Kate Moss, later Victoria Beckham and Trinny Woodall.
I still love Trinny!! I watch her Closet Confessions all the time lol!! Thanks xx
Hi, Lucy – Wow, you really found David Bowie’s best of the best!! Thanks for sharing these images and ideas and inspiration – Angie, http://www.yourtrueselfblog.com
Thanks Angie!! I adore Bowie- forever and ever:) xx
I’m going to have to go check out your Fashion mood boards! These look awesome!
Michelle
https://mybijoulifeonline.com
Thanks Michelle! A creative like yourself will surely appreciate xx
Oh Lucy I’ve never thought about it but fashion is my muse too! I collect photos on my phone and put them in a folder which I’ve labeled style inspirations. Sometimes I look to recreate a look I can wear or most times I just find pleasure scrolling through the photos at outfits I dream of wearing
Best,
Nancy
I love it!! And I can so seeing you do this- of course fashion is your muse too! xx
I have never thought much about who my fashion muses are but it would be fun for me to figure out! Maybe a little project for me when I need some inspiration.
ww.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com
You should really do it Mireille! I find it so relaxing as well as inspiring! Thanks xx
Love this Lucy! You have inspired me to give it a try. Some of my favorite muses would be Sarah Jessica Parker and Audrey Hepburn and Victoria Beckham.
XO,
Kelley
Oh we have the same tastes darling! Happy to inspire xx
Lucy I love this post so much and it’s very timely for me. I’m at a point where I need to take a few days off and gather inspiration. That’s a really hard thing for me to do, but I think I’m going to make a huge mood board and see where it takes me! Thanks so much for the inspiration!
A huge ‘real’ board is the best. It is way more therapeutic, creative and inspiring- because you really feel like you’re creating something real. Have fun with it! xx
What an interesting group of people. I’d have to think long and hard about fashion muses. Hmm, Elton John might be one.
Elton John absolutely!!! I need to add him myself!! Thanks xx
Great line up of muses! I would definitely have David Bowie and Elton John, also Carrie Bradshaw. I love the Audrey Hepburn gamine look and my love of Peter Pan collars comes from her I think. Your historical muses will be interesting!
Audrey is so dreamy! And Carrie is my all-time favourite- so happy you enjoyed the read:) Have a great rest of the week xx
Cool ideas with the mood boards, I will visit yours! I love a bit of vintage, and definatly go with my mood to style what I am wearing for the day. Wonderful boards!
thanks for linking!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
You have such great style Jess- always love what you put together! Thanks – so happy you like my boards and that they inspire:) xx