So.

We've talked about the first step in defining your personal style -- collecting images that are attractive to you, no matter how unrealistic or related to clothing. Now that you've figured out what it is you aspire to in general, it's time to look at reality and get specific.

What's your reality? It's right behind your closet doors. Let's dig in!

<strong>Pick 5-10 things that you love</strong>

Imagine that you are going to have to live out of a suitcase for a year and you're only allowed to pick 5-10 pieces (not outfits) out of your wardrobe -- total. This includes tops, pants, dresses, skirts -- whatever. Remember, that you'll be living in these clothes for a full year. This is hard, but don't over think it. Just pick the clothes you love -- and if you can't find a particular item that's appropriate for a part of your life, don't stress. We'll get to that in a minute.

Lay those pieces out so you can see them all at once, smile (because, how nice is it to have all your favorite clothes together) and ask yourself a few questions.

--What material are these clothes made of?

--Are they soft? Ruffly? Crisp?

--Are they prints or solids? Both?

--How do they fit your body -- are they fitted? Do they have a 50s silhouette (fitted at the waist. full at the bottom)? Are they loose and flowing?

--How many of the pieces are separates vs. dresses or one-pie