Like many, Devil Wears Prada is a movie that is not only a classic that I've watched more times then I am willing to admit, but it is also a movie with a concept that continuously fascinates me. Each time I watch this film, I pick up a new lesson, easter egg or I find an old trend that's wormed its way back into todays fashion. Though from a young age, I have been in love with fashion, I understand this niche market is either loved or loathed. But regardless of how one feels, it will always be part of one's life.

Just as Meryl Streep's Miranda Priestly had said Anne Hathaway's Andy,

"This stuff’? Oh, okay. I see, you think this has nothing to do with you. You go to your closet and you select out, oh, I don’t know, that lumpy blue sweater, for instance, because you’re trying to tell the world that you take yourself too seriously to care about what you put on your back. But what you don’t know is that that sweater is not just blue, it’s not turquoise, it’s not lapis, it’s actually cerulean. You’re also blindly unaware of the fact that in 2002, Oscar de la Renta did a collection of cerulean gowns. And then I think it was Yves Saint Laurent, wasn’t it, who showed cerulean military jackets? And then cerulean quickly showed up in the collections of eight different designers. Then it filtered down through the department stores and then trickled on down into some tragic 'casual corner' where you, no doubt, fished it out of some clearance bin. However, that blue represents millions of dollars and countless jobs and so it’s sort of comical how you think that you’ve made a choice that exempts you from the fashion industry when, in fact, you’re wearing the sweater that was selected for you by the people in this room. From a pile of “stuff.”

And with that, I digress.

As I stated before, fashion is a 50/50 for people. No matter your stance on fashion, you cannot deny the fact that your clothes play a role in some shape, way and form within your life. We all have that one piece that brings back fond memories we hold dear to our heart, that makes us feel so confident we channel a different persona that day, or that is our comfort blanket.

I view fashion as being a walking form of art. Dramatic? Maybe, but hear me out. On the outside, we as humans are a blank canvas. Our body provides endless possibilities of outfits to wear and our mind provides us with endless ideas of how to wear outfits. Though I still consider myself to be introverted at times, fashion has allowed me to grow and gain confidence within myself to be extroverted.

It allowed me to present my personality and who I am to the world without having to say a single word. It allowed me to feel as though I found who I am. It has been a constant amongst the ever changing phases of my life. My clothes make me feel secure and confident with my decisions because my outfits are usually inspired by someone I look up to which whom possess characteristics I admire and want to channel myself.

Does this mean I am not staying true or putting up a fraud version of myself out into the world? No. Rather, I am allowing myself to highlight these characteristics I admire and do contain myself to be given the boost they need to shine.

I've had this thought about fashion for awhile now. To say it annoys me when people automatically assume I am snotty or stuck-up based on the pretense that I like fashion is an understatement. I never knew how to properly explain why clothes matter and play a role in your life until I read Amy Smilovic's Instagram caption for one of her pictures back in August.


Yes, I understand this all seems trivial and silly but can you deny the fact that you've had experiences similar to me? The first time you put on heels and felt like you could conquer the world, the first time you put on your new gym shoes and knew you would kill your next game, the first time you put on your scrubs knowing you were on your way to where you want to be.

No matter how you pick-out your outfit, with a lot of thought or very little, you picked those pieces for a reason. To feel some sort of comfort. That feeling of comfort lies into feeling confident with yourself and your gut. That no matter which decisions you have to make the rest of the day, whether your day was good or sucked, at least you know you did one thing right.

Though it hasn't been a full 30 days since I started the 30 Day Challenge, here's what I have noticed thus far...


In my previous post, I mentioned that I am participating in Alfie Deyes 30 Day Challenge. The challenge I set out for myself is to focus on what I do have rather than what I want and don't have. I found that the phrase "I want..." is relevant for material things, jobs, relationships so on. Last week, I was thinking about where this narrative stems from. Why is it in a future tense that ultimately doesn't have action?

Once I began to understand and reflect upon this epiphany, I realized it's my mindset. This stems from me having goals I want to accomplish but not taking the time to figure out how to do so. I'm the one who has the power and means to redirect the conversation and change the narrative.

Change the narrative from "I want..." to "I will..." By changing the narrative, it gives me a direction towards what type of action I need to take on how to accomplish the goal I want to set out and complete.

Take a moment to figure out if this is something you actually want and how you will go about accomplishing it? How will you work for it and get it?

You are the key player; you make the moves and have the power to change your narrative. By taking time out of your day to self reflect, this will not only help your future self, but also your present self. It's never too early or too late to become the best version of yourself.

1. Spin classes: I have taken about 10 classes in my life. I do enjoy these classes but I don’t do this every day. I like the leg workout it provides but I’m more keen on classes that are a full-body workout. This class is perfect for my gals and guys looking to improve their cardio! What a way to strengthen it.

2. Hiit classes: This had been my latest go-to. I started this in the Spring when I was still at university. Going into it, I was scared I was not strong enough for the circuits or it would be similar to CrossFit, which we'll get to my thoughts on that later. The reason why I believe this type of class is great for all levels of fitness because you can modify the movements and go at your own pace. Plus, it’s a group class so you can bring your friends along, hype each other up and then go to brunch. What a time.

3. Crossfit: Many love this, many hate this. Unfortunately, I am the latter of this situation. I did not enjoy CrossFit one single second. I think the reason for that was because I was left to fend for myself which was a recipe for disaster. (As this article continues, you will see why). Great for self-motivated people who already have a sense of self-awareness, self-motivation and have a strength goal. 

4. Yoga: My true love. This may be because I was a dancer growing up but this is my favorite fitness class of all time. Your arms, core, and legs are continuously challenged and growing stronger. Also, it improves or helps you maintain your flexibility as well as your posture. My mind becomes blank as I focus on my breath and what pose I am doing. If you haven’t tried hot vinyasa, get your booty to a studio now. One of my favorite parts of working out is sweating it out. I feel not only accomplished but like all of the toxins in my body have been squeezed out. TMI? Sorry, not sorry. This class is perfect for anyone at any fitness caliber- unless you are an impatient person.
5. Pilates: Yet another class that has my heart. Although it captured mine, this is a 50/50 for others. The reason? It targets the small muscles you don’t think about, you barely sweat, and it is pricier. By the end of a session, my legs and arms are shaking and the next day, I feel like a noodle. As I mentioned before, you barely sweat. I am not a scientist so I am unaware as to why this is but it’s true. Not dripping in sweat doesn’t mean you aren’t working hard, it’s just that everything moves slower. I would recommend this class as being a winter activity for special occasions when you want to treat yourself. As for fitness levels, again, another one that’s good for all levels. 

6. Boxing: The last of this mighty list. It is one of the best workouts, I believe. It is perfect for someone who wants their limbs to feel like jello and who wants to sweat a lot. This is a full-body workout, (again, not a certified fitness person so this may be dependent upon your studio). Good for upper body strength and cardio too. I would say if you are used to taking classes and have been in somewhat of a workout groove, this is well suited for you. If you are just starting, go for it! You can take breaks as needed but again, depending on the studio, it may be harder to adjust for yourself compared to a hiit class.