r/SoftGamine

As a soft gamine my most compliment is that I look cute. Even now in my 50s - when I know it’s well intentioned but is starting to feel annoying. Does anyone get this? Any tips for everyday looks that might nudge us more into sophisticated? Or is it just our proportions and features that will always look cute no matter what?

I want to embrace SG styling guides, but I struggle the most with color blocking. I strictly wear black, I don't even own dark greys. Before Kibbe I wore dramatic lines so I wore pieces like high collar turtleneck dresses with vertical knitting that reached the floor.

The only thing I managed to do is accommodate my SG lines is with fitted waists or belts and it has dramatically improved my silhouette and styling. Kibbe has also made me realize why small rounded details like classic mary janes and delicate choker necklaces look good on me. I see in theory on why the staccato and blocking looks good on verified SGs, but I still want to be myself at the end of the day.

I don't like showing skin so breaking up the monochromatic black with cropped skirts and shirts isn't gonna work. I'm the type to wear turtlenecks, fur trims, and gloves in summer, I don't live in a cold area I just can't stand my skin showing. I can't even do sheer tights, the only tights I wear are completely opaque. How does one hide their wrists and ankles as a SG?

I don't know I just can't seem to like your stereotypical SG blouse with a white peter pan collar...Can the blouse and collar both be black lol?