Dear Readers,
I began conceptualizing this blog shortly after graduating from college. At the time, I was about to begin a communications internship with a software company. It was a unique experience as it marked my first foray into an office-based job. My previous internships had all been remote, so I had grown accustomed to the idea of working from home indefinitely.
The prospect of having to adapt my personal style, which I had meticulously developed over my college years, was terrifying. My time in college had been a period of self-discovery, during which I honed my fashion preferences, identified clothing styles that complemented me, discerned the most flattering shades, and discovered what made me feel confident as I stepped out into the world each day.
The journey to dressing authentically for myself was challenging. It required a process of unlearning negative beliefs about my personal taste and my body. I grappled with moments of self-doubt and insecurity, often nitpicking my choices. However, over time, choosing an outfit in the morning transformed into a ritual of self-love and self-acceptance.
Transitioning from the open and casual atmosphere of a college campus to a corporate environment appeared daunting. I feared I might never have the opportunity to express my personal fashion choices again and I would be left with unflattering attire that left me feeling uninspired. The prospect of adhering strictly to utility-based clothing and a wardrobe dominated by neutral colors loomed large.
My determination to preserve the style profile I had painstakingly cultivated led me on a quest to redefine my fashion identity within the confines of office wear. Fresh out of college, my shopping options were somewhat limited. I scoured estate sales, garage sales, thrift stores, and even explored some less sustainable avenues in search of clothing that still excited me.
Through this blog, I aim to share everything I have learned thus far about preserving a unique fashion identity when it feels like the ground beneath you is shifting.
Yours Truly,
Cat Muñoz
