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For most, Valentine’s Day is very similar to opening one’s closet doors every morning: a bitter disappointment.

Some are lucky in love, while others struggle every step of the way. Serial monogamists like me tend to adore the classic comfort and security that comes with the territory, while others hop, skip and jump from one relationship or hook-up to the next, not quite sure where (or whether) to plant their feet.  

Parallels can surely be drawn between our approach to relationships and fashion. Do you know what you want in an outfit and stick to it regardless, finding comfort in predictability OR do you buy random trend items in the vain hope they’ll magically fit together cohesively?

Either way, it’s time to revitalise your relationship with your wardrobe and find a bit of style clarity.

Have a style theme every day

Earlier this year I read Man Repeller’s article All the People We Want to Be in 2016. This included both people the team follow on social media (Instastyle celebs if you will) and (actual) celebrities like Solange Knowles, who lives and dies by a monochrome theme. Personally, I want to be Leandra Medine from Man Repeller. Her theme is undeniably La Dolce Vita: Mediterranean romance with pops of colour, tassels and raffia.

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