<p>#258: What does your wardrobe really say about you? How can you use fashion to express your truest self?</p><p>In today’s solo episode, I’m sharing insights from my 30-day style challenge. From daily dressing practices to mixing and matching styles in my closet, I’ll share practical tips on how you can communicate who you are through your personal style.</p><p>The way we present ourselves can communicate a lot to the outside world. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to elevate your fashion game, I’m walking through ways you can own your narrative.</p><p>I also talk about…</p><ul><li>How to reinvent your personal style on a budget</li><li>Tips for intentionally going through your closet</li><li>Easy ways to feel more put together</li><li>Using your style to tell your own story</li><li>Expressing yourself practically within your lifestyle</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Resources:</p><ul><li><a href="https://balancedles.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to my Substack, Balance with Les</a></li><li>Come to<a href="https://citywinery.com/new-york-city/events/balanced-black-girl-live-3t3o1x" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Balanced Black Girl Live</a> on Oct 21st in NYC!</li><li>Episode 249:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4FyEQRCaNZOBVedCId0ro5?si=e88545a278ae47d5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Beauty and Style Favorites for Fall 2024</a></li><li>Episode 253:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UyGZaz7zcKr7TW6rS4FE1?si=cM2e8GxdQMudG7jrWUpHLQ&nd=1&dlsi=ca306b1514424e09" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> How to Win at Life: The Mindset Shift You Need to Level Up</a></li><li>Episode 245:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2X2lb9DJGieptYwBiRa71X?si=x_2lVfxKQJyQsM4GP6F6VA&nd=1&dlsi=b595243afab047e7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> The Secret to Getting Everything You Want: Archetype Embodiment</a></li><li>Episode 244:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1fZ7gIc7pS86Kn8prMsW0I?si=WawqV2LDTdiJDHQfMro_1w&nd=1&dlsi=260d515280444798" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> How to Start Over in Your 30s</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Keep in touch with Balanced Black Girl:</p><ul><li>Watch on YouTube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BalancedBlackGirl/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @BalancedBlackGirl</a></li><li><a href="https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/balanced-black-girl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop limited-edition Balanced Black Girl merch</a></li><li>Follow on IG:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @balancedles</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedblackgirlpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@balancedblackgirlpodcast</a></li><li>Follow on TikTok<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @balancedles</a></li><li>Visit our website at<a href="http://balancedblackgirl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> balancedblackgirl.com</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Sponsors:</p><ul><li>LMNT | LMNT is a zero sugar electrolyte drink mix with a research-backed ratio of electrolytes. To try it out go to<a href="http://drinklmnt.com/balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> drinkLMNT.com/balancedles</a> to receive a free LMNT sample pack with any purchase.</li><li>Deinde | <em>waiting for final ad copy from Dear Media</em></li><li>Elevance Health | Act now to improve your health and quality of life by exploring health insurance coverage. Visit<a href="http://www.myhealthbenefitfinder.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.myhealthbenefitfinder.com</a> and utilize expert advice from Anthem by calling at (888) 811-2101.</li><li>Bobbi Brown | Bobbi Brown Weightless Skin Foundation feels like nothing on your skin. Discover your perfect shade at<a href="http://bobbibrown.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Bobbibrown.com</a></li><li>Boka | Health starts with your mouth. For a limited time, Boka is offering listeners 15% off its best-selling toothpastes on Amazon and<a href="http://boka.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> boka.com</a> with code BALANCED15.</li><li>Philadelphia Cream Cheese | Philadelphia makes everything creamier. Visit<a href="http://creamcheese.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> creamcheese.com</a> for recipe inspiration and to purchase Philadelphia Cream Cheese so you can start adding it to your recipes at home!</li></ul><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>