Trigger Warning: What everyone actually thinks about you
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You change three times before you leave. You arrive somewhere and feel immediately feel awkward. People compliment you and it makes you feel like an imposter. You’ve been underestimated by people who should know better. Overlooked in situations where you were easily the most qualified person present. You have a rich, specific inner life that for whatever reason, your appearance has never quite caught up to.
POSTURE is a private publication on the behavioral psychology of personal style. Each entry names one specific thing you’re doing that’s been shaping how you’re perceived without your knowledge. The best part? I’m going to tell you exactly how to correct it.
No affiliate links, no shopping lists or influencer bullshit and above all, no one telling you what to wear. This is not style advice. It is the forensic analysis of personal style.
This is what it looks like when it works:
“I have been following your Substack and doing the exercise about doing something you wouldn’t normally do with your wardrobe for 10 days. Mine was wearing jewelry every day. It’s changing my brain chemistry because it’s unlocking that more expressive part of me.” — Skyler
“It struck me that I have this deeply ingrained habit to dress for comfort when I buy for style. So much that I went to my closet and pulled out all my clothes I never wear. I swear the past week and a half I’m at least appreciating my clothes and looking forward to putting on clothes that flatter me.” — Anneliese
“I am making myself wear my wardrobe now every day since I have been following you.” — ghaaseREboss
“I heard that voice yesterday while getting ready to go out but then I remembered your last videos and I encouraged myself to be proud of how I’m showing who I am.” — AlchemeowStudio
“The last two pairs of pants I bought were red. One of them is red with stripes. I’m finding myself again.” — thepeachybee
“I’ve been complimented more by looking like an individual with my own personal style than I can even count, but I find myself pulling out that same Gucci bag when I’m around people who have complimented it. I will tailor my fits according to where I will be.” — Lin3
“Guys if you’re reading this you need to sub to her Posture Substack. It’s golden.” — Skyler’s World of Magick
If you don’t know your archetype yet, → Take the quiz first
Alright, you got it?
Let’s begin.