How to Uncover your Signature Style in a 7 Day Challenge

A mini-Journal Challenge to Pure Style Clarity.

What if your signature style wasn’t something you had to buy—but something you uncovered within yourself, refined, and claimed as your own?

Welcome to your 7-Day Signature Style Challenge — a short, soulful experiment in self-expression that requires zero spending, just a notebook (or your Notes app), a mirror, and a few minutes each day.

This isn’t dress-up. It’s design—with intention. This isn’t about trends. It’s about you. Your rhythm, your quirks, your past, your future. Each day gives you a fresh prompt to reflect, explore, and try.

Ready to begin? Let's make style your conversation with the world.

How It Works:

• Set aside 10 minutes each day.

• Use the daily prompt to reflect, sketch, write, or even snap a photo.

• Let it all flow—this is for you, not your followers (unless you want to share).

DAY 1: What Do You Always Reach For?

Look at your closet and ask yourself:

"If I had to live with just 5 pieces from here, what would I choose—and why?"

These could be clothing items, accessories, or shoes. But be real—no fantasy ball gowns unless you actually wear them to the grocery store.

Write down your top five. Then, ask:

• What do these items say about me?

• What do they have in common? (Fabric? Fit? Mood?)

• How do they make me feel when I wear them?

  
  

Name the vibe these pieces give off:

For example:

• "Cozy Command" – for the person who lives in oversized knits, structured joggers, sleek sneakers, bold and functional accessories, and a great coat. You’re comfort-first but never sloppy.

• "Urban Sage" – lots of monochrome pieces, natural fibers, and clean lines. You look like you teach philosophy at a café.

• "Dreamy Nomad" – soft layers, flowing textures, artisanal jewelry, and earthy tones. You might be on your way to a poetry reading or a long train ride.

• "Low-Key Icon" – vintage denim, a crisp white tee, a killer pair of sunglasses, and your favorite worn-in leather jacket. You don’t try—you are.

• "Gallery Wanderer" – asymmetrical cuts, moody tones, sculptural accessories. You dress like you just left a modern art exhibit (because you probably did).

  
  

Try This Tip:

Once you've named your vibe, go back to your closet. Do other pieces align with it? If not, you’ve just identified why you skip over them.

This isn’t about minimalism—it’s about clarity. When you know your core five, you start dressing with direction. You start curating, not just collecting.

DAY 2: What If Your Style Had a Soundtrack...🎶

"What songs, albums, or moods would play during your getting-ready montage?"

Are you all Stevie Nicks in a linen haze, twirling barefoot with windchimes in the background? Or are you walking tall with the precision of a Hans Zimmer score, all structured lines and cinematic power?

We all gravitate toward certain genres for a reason. Whether it’s the raw poetry of acoustic folk, the bold confidence of pop, the moody tension of lo-fi beats, or the elegance of classical strings—there’s something in that sound that feels like home to you. Think of your favorite music as a compass. It reveals your energy, your pace, your mood, even the kind of presence you want to bring into a room.

Be honest with yourself. You might love a good rock anthem, but is that the only vibe you want playing in the background of your life—every day, forever? This is about more than just taste. It’s about choosing the energy you want to carry. Do you move through life like a mellow jazz rhythm, an upbeat indie track, or a slow-burning ballad? Pick the genre and feeling that reflects who you are most of the time—not just who you are in passing moods. Then commit to styling from that space.

Sure, there will be days you want to remix things—and that’s okay. But anchoring your aesthetic in a consistent “sound” gives your style strength, clarity, and identity.

Your style should feel like you on repeat.

"Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak". Rachel Zoe

DAY 3: What Your Childhood Closet Reveals...

"What did 8-year-old you love to wear? What textures, colors, or pieces made you feel invincible?"

Was it a glittery tutu you insisted on pairing with rain boots, a superhero cape you wore to the grocery store, a hoodie three sizes too big because it felt like armor, or maybe it was a pair of red sneakers that made you feel like you could fly. (Spoiler: you probably did.)

kids don’t dress to impress. They dress to feel. To express. To become.

You’re not trying to dress like a kid again—but reconnecting with your uninhibited taste before filters kicked in gives you real style clues. Try This:

List 3 things you loved wearing as a kid:

Write down what textures, colors, or items made you feel free?

Find the grown-up version:

What would 8-year-old you want you to wear today?

• Loved sparkles? Try metallic accessories or shoes that glint.

• Obsessed with princess dresses? Think flowy midi skirts or silk blouses.

• Lived in your brother’s hand-me-downs? Try oversized tailoring or utility pieces.

• Loved twirling skirts? Think flowy fabrics or statement pieces with movement.

A walk down memory lane matters because your childhood style holds unfiltered data about what made you feel like you. Reconnect with that, and your current style gets more honest, confident, and authentic.

DAY 4: What Your Compliment Audit gives away...

"What do people always compliment you on? What do they never notice?"

You don’t need anyone’s approval—but compliments can be data.

Think back, what do people tend to notice right away about you?

Is it your bold lipstick? Your unique rings? The way you layer clothes like a story.

And just as important—what goes unseen? Are you spending time on details no one ever comments on?

This isn’t about dressing for other people but tuning into patterns. Maybe the things that get attention are what naturally light you up. Maybe you’re hiding a feature others are drawn to—like never wearing color when everyone says you glow in it.

Write down the following:

1. 3 compliments you get often.

2. 2 things you wish people noticed more.

3. The answer to "What stands out about how I dress?" from someone close to you.

   (You might be surprised.)

This audit is about awareness, not approval. You’re gathering clues to style with more intention—and maybe even reclaiming a bit of the sparkle you forgot you had.

DAY 5: What do Borrowed Eyes See...

Ask someone close to you: ‘What would you dress me in if you had full control for a day?’"

This one is fun and eye-opening

It’s not about doing it—but we often get stuck seeing ourselves through a fixed lens—based on old photos, outdated labels, or habits we haven’t questioned in years. But other people? They see different angles and versions of us we may be too close to notice.

You might hear:

• “Something bright! You always wear neutrals, but I think you'd look amazing in color.”

• “A sleek pantsuit. You’ve got quiet power—you should own it more.”

• “Something playful. You’re more fun than your clothes let on.”

  
  

You don’t have to take the suggestion literally. The point is to see yourself through borrowed eyes—and ask, “Is there truth here I’ve been missing?”

Try This:

• Let them sketch it, moodboard it, or even pull items from their own closet for you to try.

• Write down how it made you feel—not just how it looked.

• Ask yourself: What do they see in me that I’ve been downplaying or avoiding?

  
  

This is not dressing up for pretend—you are digging up parts of yourself you may have forgotten. Sometimes, a little outside vision unlocks a lot of inner style.

DAY 6: What Your Style Should Do for You - Style in Motion?

"How to make your look work for with you, not against you."

Today is about matching form with function. Signature style isn’t just about what looks good—it’s about what works for your life.

Ask yourself:

• What do I spend most of my time doing?

• Do I need to move fast, feel comfortable, carry things, command attention—or all of the above?

• What parts of my wardrobe frustrate me (too fussy, not practical, doesn’t fit my rhythm)?

  
  

Maybe you’re constantly on the go. Maybe you work with your hands. Maybe you love sitting at cafés journaling for hours and want a look that reflects your creativity and ease. Your clothes should follow your flow—not fight it.

Do This:

1. List your top 3 daily activities.

2. Write one line for each activity: What does my outfit need to do in that moment?

3. Now match an item (or type of look) that would actually support you in those moments—without sacrificing style.

   
   

For Examples:

• "Creative Commuter": Comfortable sneakers, layered neutrals, elegant and functional accessories, pockets everywhere.

• "Power Floater": Fluid jumpsuit, statement earrings, minimal fuss, maximum presence.

• "Low-Key Luxe": Cozy knits, elevated basics, always one bold piece.

  
  

Signature style = aesthetics + reality. Let yours do both.

DAY 7: What is Your Personal Mantra in one sentence?

“If your wardrobe had a voice, what would it say in one unforgettable sentence?”

After 7 days, you’ve reflected, uncovered patterns, noticed compliments, borrowed eyes, explored motion and memory. Now it’s time to distill it all into one defining line.

Review what you wrote. You'll notice patterns, colors you gravitate toward, words you repeat, pieces that spark something inside. That’s your signature style whispering—now you just need to listen.

Think of your style sentence as your wardrobe's mission statement. It doesn’t have to name colors or specific clothes (though it can). Rather, it should evoke a feeling and a direction. If you got dressed in the dark and still hit this vibe, you’re on track.

This is your style sentence—your personal mantra that captures the energy, purpose, and vibe of how you want to show up.

Do This:

• Flip through your notes from the week.

• Mark what themes keep showing up? What pieces, moods, or ideas made you feel most you?

• Now, write one sentence that brings it together.

  
  

For Example:

• “I dress like a wandering artist who always has a passport and a plan.”

• “Effortless structure, quiet confidence.”

• “Soft layers, sharp edges, and stories in every stitch.”

• “Bold comfort meets grounded elegance.”

• “Feminine but unfussy, always moving forward.”

  
  

This sentence isn’t a label. It’s a lens—something you can return to when shopping, editing, or experimenting. If it doesn’t serve your sentence, it probably doesn’t serve your style.

By now, you’ve probably discovered more than just clothes—you’ve found a new way to express who you already are.

Style isn’t found in stores—it’s remembered, reclaimed, and reimagined.

This 7-day challenge isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of dressing the real you, with intention, emotion, and edge. So, take the challenge, trust your instincts, and let your style finally reflect who you are becoming. Your signature look is already in you—now you just need to uncover it.

✨ By the end of the challenge, was something eye-opening for you? Did it shift how you see yourself or what you wear? Leave a comment—we’d love to hear.✨

📸 Share your journey or outfits @guardisse and tag us!

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