Mi amor, celebrate yourself
September is recognized worldwide as the month of fashion. It’s when designers present their visions, style takes center stage, and the runways remind us of what’s possible. But before we get lost in trends and fabrics, I want to ask you something: When was the last time you celebrated yourself?
I mean those everyday victories — getting out of bed on the hard mornings, making your coffee just the way you like it, pulling yourself together when the world wants to pull you apart. Those wins deserve a front-row seat. This September, I believe fashion gives us the perfect language to do just that.
Fashion meets self-celebration
Fashion is not just about what we wear — it’s about honoring the strength, resilience, and beauty of the person within, and how we feel in what we wear. The same way we should take time to acknowledge our personal victories, we should also recognize the victories in our closets.
The right outfit can transform a Tuesday into a runway. A blazer can change not just your silhouette, but your mood. And don’t even get me started on the power of a red lip — it’s practically a crown in a tube.
Looking fabulous doesn’t mean having a brand-new wardrobe. It means knowing how to work with what you already have and celebrating your unique style every day. Confidence, mi amor, is the best outfit you can put on.
So, as we celebrate fashion this month, let’s also celebrate the person wearing it: YOU.
Yli’s tips — must-have staples for every closet
For Women
- A crisp white blouse — endless possibilities.
- The perfect pair of trousers and skirts in black, grey, and khaki.
- A little black dress that always delivers.
- A tailored blazer for instant sophistication.
- Comfortable yet stylish shoes, heels or flats.
- Accessories that matter: the right purse — fashionable yet practical, because let’s be honest, we carry our lives in it.
- And of course, the finishing touch: the perfect red or nude lip from the Yli Love How You Look Beauty collection. Instant glamour.
For Men
- A white shirt that fits like it was made for you.
- Dark and khaki trousers — modern classics.
- A blazer that says, “I’ve arrived.”
- Sneakers and dress shoes that cover every base.
- A jacket with personality — denim, leather, or bomber.
Fashion with purpose — fashion that empowers you
So this September, as the world celebrates fashion, I want you to celebrate you. Stand in front of the mirror — in your favorite dress, your sharpest suit, or yes, even with coffee in hand — and say: “I did that. I am worth celebrating.”
Because mi amor, you are. And remember to always love who you are when you look in the mirror.
By Yli Liriano — Where Fashion Meets Empowerment Coaching: Fashion With Purpose
CEO of Yli’s Love Look & Yli, Love How You Look Beauty
International Image Consultant, Celebrity Stylist & Professional Makeup Artist
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