If the fear of judgment is holding you back from showing up, speaking up or even wearing what you really want to wear , then this episode is for you.

I’m sharing why so many ambitious women stay stuck in the “what will they think?” spiral, how it silently sabotages your confidence and some mindset shifts that will set you free.

You’ll learn:
💭 Why we care what others think (and how to break the habit)
🔥 Four powerful strategies to stop playing small
💃 How to use your personal style as a confidence catalyst
If you're ready to stop shrinking and start shining, this is your moment.

✨ My 4-week 1:1 coaching experience, the Style & Confidence Accelerator. Where we blend mindset work with powerful personal style so you can show up as the most magnetic version of YOU.
🔗 Style & Confidence Accelerator

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In this thought-provoking episode, I explore the fascinating relationship between what we wear and who we are. Every outfit tells a story but what story are your clothes telling about you?

Discover how clothing functions as more than just fabric on our bodies, it's a complex psychological and social signaling system that shapes both how others perceive us and how we experience ourselves. From Erving Goffman's theory of the "presentation of self" to modern research on clothing's impact on cognitive processes, this episode unpacks more of the science behind style.

You'll learn:

• How clothing choices reflect and shape our identity
• The powerful ways dress functions as nonverbal communication
• How cultural and historical contexts influence the meaning of what we wear
• Practical strategies to align your wardrobe with your authentic self

Whether you're a fashion enthusiast or someone who wears the same outfit formula daily, this episode offers valuable insights into making more intentional clothing choices that boost your confidence and accurately express your personal brand.

Download the free style diary mentioned in this episode to start reflecting on what your clothing might be communicating; both to others and to yourself.

Have topics you'd like covered in future episodes? Email me on clare@claresilkcoaching.com with your suggestions!

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In this fascinating episode, I explore the psychology behind dress codes and the powerful interplay between formal and casual in our clothing choices. Inspired by this year's Met Gala theme "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," we journey through the rich historical foundations of Black tailoring traditions and their contemporary influence on fashion.

Discover how what you wear affects not just how others perceive you, but how you think and perform. We unpack groundbreaking psychological research showing how formal attire enhances abstract thinking and authority perception, while examining the cultural shifts that have transformed workplace dress codes over decades.

From the strategic power of a well-tailored suit to the cultural significance of "casual Friday," this episode offers practical insights for navigating dress code decisions with both style and psychological awareness. Learn how to incorporate elements of "Superfine" tailoring into your everyday wardrobe and develop what fashion psychologists call a "formality gradient" for different contexts.

Whether you're dressing for success in the boardroom or thoughtfully cultivating your personal style, this episode provides the perfect blend of historical context, scientific research, and practical fashion psychology to help you make more intentional clothing choices.

Join us for an episode that will transform how you think about your wardrobe and the powerful language of dress that you speak every day without saying a word.

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