Fashion rules no longer apply — it’s not about following trends but about finding outfits that make us feel good. We firmly believe that tuning out the noise and tuning into how the clothes make us feel gives way to our best outfits ever. That’s a good starting point for any look, and it’s exactly what inspires each of our editors’ approach to style.
Here, five POPSUGAR staffers prove our point with looks that celebrate their personal
style. From confident to all-out joyful, they’re breaking down the look and the pieces that make them feel, well, exactly how they want to.
Leather Jacket
ZARA
$169
Zebra Flare
$47
herlittlehouse.
Platform Chelsea Boots
$180
DR. MARTENS
Translucent (Yellow)
$30
STAR VIEW
NY Bamboo Hoops
$50
BY LOLITA
Bette Bootie
$148
SCHUTZ
Boyfriend Bold Bracelet
$155
MEJURI
Felix
$160
VEHLA
Indigo Denim Jacket
$55
BEYOND RETRO
Standard Jumpsuit
$188
ALEX MILL
Kiss Small
Leather Tote
$1,490
Chloé
Baguette Ring
$715
KALAN by suzanne
KALAN
Rover Booties
$395
RAG & BONE
Geo Wrap Maxi Dress
$198
ANTHROPOLOGIE
Gabbi Bag
$89
JW PEI
Pave Butterfly Earrings
$320
OSCAR DE LA RENTA
Strappy Heeled Leather Sandals
$69.90
ZARA
Gwenyth Dress
$598
CULT GAIA
Classic Platform Clog
$54.99
CROCS™
Daisy Jibbitz™
$4.99
CROCS™
Dr Denim Aiko High Rise Cropped Jean
$85
ASOS
Ruffle Pullover
$118
KATE SPADE
Fairfax Chunky Rectangle Sunglasses
$16
URBAN OUTFITTERS
“As a creative person, I am constantly getting inspiration from my surroundings and especially my clothes. I love mixing bold colors and pieces with lots of personality to express myself. I thrifted this ruffled blouse at a Goodwill and was immediately drawn to how playful it is. I finished it with my favorite wide-leg denim jeans and my platform Crocs, because the intersection of comfort and style is my happy place. Never fails to put me in a creative mood!"
BECKY JIRAS
SENIOR VISUAL DESIGNER
“I love color, supporting other women, and expressing my creativity — this outfit is all of those things for me. These zebra pants are such a statement piece (and they're super comfy). I teamed them up with this bright Girl Power shirt that I made myself and a classic leather jacket from Zara that always makes me feel confident. My sunglasses and zebra pants are from women-owned small businesses that I love, and that always makes me feel empowered!”
KEILA GONZALEZ
VISUAL DESIGNER
“There's something about a jumpsuit that makes me feel instantly put together. I purchased this piece prepandemic, hoping to show it off at my new job at POPSUGAR. Since I never got to wear it to the office (and truthfully, jumpsuits are not very realistic for WFH life), it's been sitting in the back of my closet for over a year and a half. I finally decided to forget about finding the perfect occasion to debut it and just wear it for the initial reason I bought it — to make me feel confident. I've also been pulling together all of my fall outfits with this oversize vintage denim jacket.”
YERIN KIM
ASSOCIATE EDITOR, TRENDING & VIRAL FEATURES
“A head-turning printed dress always boosts my creativity and makes me feel inspired to be bold, both personally and professionally. The splashes of green and pink in this dress instantly make me smile, and a wrap silhouette is my go-to for feeling my best. Lots of color and splashy patterns will always equate to joy for me.”
MACY CATE WILLIAMS
EDITOR, SHOP AND MUST HAVE
“A brightly hued dress will always have a mood-boosting effect on me. This particular style from Cult Gaia is not only joyful, but it also infuses me with the sort of energy that makes me want to do it all. The one-shoulder silhouette is creative and playful, while the fit and flowy hem make me feel light and effortless. I’m at my best when fashion inspires me, and this dress does exactly that.”
SHELCY JOSEPH
ASSISTANT EDITOR, COMMERCE