Personal Style

What Style are You?

If you haven't taken the Personal Style Quiz, do that first! Then come back here to discover what your dominant style is.

The Personal Styles are:

Classic Artsy/Unique

Although personal styles can vary from source to source, I prefer these five as I believe everyone has a classic element to their personality, and it makes building your wardrobe much easier as neutrals are almost always classic. And, since we are talking about the Coastal Grandmother style, it most certainly starts with classic!

Classic Traditional

Traditional style projects a conservative and businesslike image. This message is conveyed to anyone who sees you dressed in this style. Traditional style communicates that you are:

Trustworthy and loyal
Responsible and reliable
Organized and efficient
Conscientious and honest
Tailored
Simple
Neat
Not severe
Soft controlled style
Neutral
Timeless
Little, or no, ornamentation
Classy

If you chose the description above, and at least two of the words you selected from the word list in the quiz are listed here, your dominant style is probably Classic Traditional.

Examples of this style:

Grace Kelly
Nancy Reagan
Candace Bergen
Catherine Deneuve
Margaret Thatcher
Queen Elizabeth

Designers of this style:

Anne Kline
Armani
Calvin Kline
Jones of New York
Ellen Tracy
Ralph Lauren

The Classic Traditional woman’s appearance is neat, tasteful and well grounded. She usually chooses jewelry that is an investment, rather than for style. It is usually subtle and understated. Nothing swings, hangs or dangles. The Classic Traditional wears a minimum amount of jewelry.

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Classic Sporty / Natural

Sporty style projects a friendly and casual image. This message is conveyed to anyone who sees you dressed in this style. Sporty/Natural style communicates that you are:

Fun and outgoing
Happy and cheerful
Optimistic and enthusiastic
Energetic and quick
Unpretentious and natural
Casual
Neutral
Comfortable
Effortless
Sporty
Youthful
Unpretentious
Easy care
Minimal
Athletic

If you chose this description, and at least two of the words you selected from the list of words on the quiz, your dominant style is probably Classic Sporty/Natural.

Examples of this style:

Jane Fonda
Carol Burnett
Julie Andrews
Brook Shields
Cheryl Tiegs
Christie Brinkley
Sally Field

Designers of this style:

Ann Taylor
Calvin Kline Sport
DKNY
Jones of NY Sport
Guess
J. Crew
Talbots
Ralph Lauren

The Classic Sporty/Natural woman ‘s appearance is natural, carefree and wholesome. The Classic Sporty/Natural wears jewelry that is simple and inspired by sport. It is lightweight, comfortable and easy to wear. It could be wood, shells, pods, ivory, plastic or enamel.

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Classic Romantic

Classic Romantic projects an image that is soft and romantic. This message is conveyed to anyone who sees you dressed in this style. Classic Romantic communicates that you are:

Supportive and caring
Warm and understanding
Gentle and sensitive
Charming and gracious
Feminine
Soft
Non-classic
Unstructured
Fluid
Flowing
Delicate
Dainty
Pretty
Graceful
Relaxed
Softly sophisticated

If you chose the description above, and at least two of the words you selected on the quiz are listed here, you are probably a Classic Romantic

Examples of this style:

Elizabeth Taylor
Jaclyn Smith
Ann Margaret
Marie Osmond
Lynda Carter
Brook Shields

Designers of this style:

Jessica Howard
Jessica McClintock
Laura Ashley
Oscar de la Renta
Ralph Lauren

The Classic Romantic woman conveys a soft, feminine appearance that is modest, pristine, delicate and gentle. She usually chooses jewelry that is small to medium size. It may be gold, rose gold or platinum. It is usually delicate and can be heirlooms or antique pieces.

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Classic Dramatic

Classic Dramatic projects an image that is fashionable and sophisticated. This message is conveyed to anyone who sees you dressed in this style. Classic Dramatic communicates that you are:

Confident and Self-assured
Aggressive and bold
Demanding and intense
Remote and aloof
Cosmopolitan and urbane
Extreme fashion forward
Glamorous
Bold
Severe
Sophisticated
Dignified
Non-classic
Striking
Cosmopolitan

If you chose the description from above, and at least two of your words you selected from the word list in the quiz are listed here, you are probably a Classic Dramatic.

Examples of this style:

Cher
Lauren Bacall
Barbara Streisand
Iman
Diana Ross

Designers of this style:

Bill Blass
Bob Mackie
Christian Dior
Donna Karan
Oleg Cassini
Tahari
Versace
Yvette Saint Laurent

The Classic Dramatic sometimes gets “star recognition” and attention. This is because their clothing can be exaggerated and striking. The Classic Dramatic woman chooses jewelry that is large and bold. It can be angular, elaborate or ornate. It could be a avant garde or abstract. Usually one striking piece dominates.

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Classic Artsy / Unique

Classic Artsy/Unique projects an original and artistic image. This message is conveyed to anyone who sees you dressed in this style. Classic Artsy/Unique communicates that you are:

Innovative and Imaginative
Unconventional and Unique
Spontaneous and adventuresome
Free Spirited and independent
Ingenious and resourceful
Cool
Edgy
Whimsical
Original
Different
Trendy
Oversized
Individualized
Imaginative
Unconventional
Extreme

if you chose the description above, and at least two of the words you selected on the quiz are from this list, you are probably a Classic Artsy/Unique.

Examples of this style:

Madonna
Goldie Hawn
Lisa Minnelli
Drew Barrymore

Designers of this style:

Isaac Mizrahi
Jean-Paul Gaultier
Kanar
Karen Kane
J.B. Diffusion

The Classic Artsy/Unique woman has individuality and self-expression. Usually her clothing is eclectic and imaginative. .She chooses jewelry that is off-beat or unconventional. It can be any type of material from natural to synthetic. It could be matte or shiny, grooved or hammered and in any shape or size.

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Sources: Universal Style by Alyce Parsons and Diane Parente

New Image for Women by Gerrie Pinckney and Marge Swenson

Tip

Coastal Grandmother style is classic so it’s best to use your secondary style for accessories and fun outfits.