Keeping a style journal
Keeping a style journal is an excellent way to explore your fashion preferences, track your progress, and experiment with new looks. Whether you’re a fashion enthusiast or just trying to find your personal style, journaling can help you stay inspired and motivated.
To get started, you need to find a journal that speaks to you. It can be a plain notebook or a fancy leather-bound diary – whatever suits your style. Choose a journal that you enjoy writing in and that feels like an extension of yourself. This will make the journaling process more enjoyable and authentic.

Once you have your journal, it’s time to start filling it up. Here are some style journal prompts to get you started:
Style journal prompts
- What are your favorite fashion trends right now, and why?
- Describe your ideal outfit for a night out.
- What’s your go-to outfit for a casual day?
- Who are your fashion icons, and what do you admire about their style?
- What are some of your favorite fashion accessories, and how do you incorporate them into your outfits?
- What’s one fashion trend you’ve always wanted to try but haven’t yet?
- Describe your favorite piece of clothing, and why you love it.
- What’s your favorite color to wear, and why?
- What’s your favorite season for fashion, and why?
- What’s your favorite style era, and why?
Exploring your style and preferences using your style journal prompts
Answering these prompts can help you explore your personal style and preferences. As you write, you may notice patterns emerging – maybe you gravitate towards a certain color or style, or maybe you’re drawn to a particular type of accessory. These insights can help you refine your fashion choices and create a wardrobe that feels authentic and reflective of your personality.
Get creative, then create a style vision board
Don’t be afraid to get creative with your journaling. You can add sketches or cutouts from magazines to help illustrate your ideas. You can also include photos of your outfits, along with notes on how you felt wearing them. The more you engage with your journal, the more you’ll get out of it.
Another helpful exercise is to create a “style vision board” in your journal. Cut out pictures of clothes, accessories, and fashion inspiration, and paste them onto a page. This can help you visualize your ideal wardrobe and give you inspiration for future outfits.

Using your style journal prompts for your fashion goals
In addition to exploring your own style, journaling can also help you stay accountable to your fashion goals. Set yourself some fashion resolutions for the year and write them down in your journal. This could include things like decluttering your wardrobe, trying out new trends, or investing in high-quality pieces that will last for years. By keeping track of your progress, you’ll be more motivated to stick to your goals.
Finally, don’t forget to have fun with your style journal. Fashion should be a form of self-expression and creativity, so don’t take it too seriously. Use your journal as a space to experiment and try out new things.

A style journal is an excellent tool for exploring your personal style and fashion preferences. By answering prompts and reflecting on your fashion choices, you can refine your wardrobe and create a look that feels authentic to you. Whether you’re a fashion enthusiast or just looking to find your style, a journal can be a valuable resource for staying inspired and accountable. So grab a notebook and start journaling – your future fashion self will thank you!
There are many different forms of writing that can be used to promote emotional well-being, including journaling, creative writing, and even writing letters. Regardless of the form, the key is to create a space for ourselves to express our emotions and connect with our inner selves.
Here are 45 more journal prompts to help you write about your unique fashion style and get your creative juices flowing:
45 more style journal prompts
- What first drew you to your unique fashion style?
- How has your fashion style evolved over time?
- What are your favorite clothing items to wear and why?
- How do you express your personality through your clothing choices?
- What are some of your favorite fashion trends?
- How do you incorporate your personal values into your fashion choices?
- How do you balance comfort and style in your clothing choices?
- How do you decide what to wear on a daily basis?
- What are your favorite colors to wear and why?
- How do you choose accessories to complement your outfits?
- How does your fashion style change depending on the occasion?
- What are your favorite fashion brands and why?
- How do you stay up-to-date with fashion trends?
- How does your fashion style reflect your cultural background?
- How do you incorporate vintage or retro styles into your fashion choices?
- How do you express your individuality through your fashion choices?
- How do you mix and match different patterns and textures in your outfits?
- How do you accessorize to make a statement with your outfit?
- How does your fashion style change during different seasons?
- What are your go-to outfits for different types of events or occasions?
- How do you incorporate different fashion styles into your wardrobe?
- How do you choose outfits that are appropriate for different settings?
- How does your fashion style reflect your lifestyle?
- What are your favorite fashion accessories and why?
- How do you choose the right shoes to complement your outfits?
- How do you incorporate different types of fabrics into your outfits?
- How do you mix and match different colors in your outfits?
- How do you use makeup to complement your fashion style?
- How do you choose hairstyles that complement your outfits?
- How do you incorporate different textures into your outfits?
- How do you choose outfits that flatter your body shape?
- How do you express your mood through your clothing choices?
- How do you choose outfits that reflect your personal style and preferences?
- How do you incorporate different styles of clothing into your outfits?
- How do you choose outfits that are comfortable and stylish at the same time?
- How do you accessorize with jewelry to complement your outfits?
- How do you choose the right bags to complement your outfits?
- How do you mix and match different styles of clothing to create unique outfits?
- How do you choose outfits that reflect your personality?
- How do you incorporate different prints into your outfits?
- How do you choose outfits that are appropriate for your age and body type?
- How do you mix and match different types of clothing to create a cohesive look?
- How do you incorporate different cultural styles into your fashion choices?
- How do you choose outfits that reflect the current fashion trends?
- How do you use fashion to express your creativity and individuality?
I hope you have enjoyed this list post of style journal prompts and found them useful and enlightening!
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Finally, let me tell you a little bit about Wardrobe Journaling. It is the process I have created that helps you understand yourself better through journaling and through thinking about the clothes you wear and your own unique personality. There are lots of Wardrobe Journaling blog posts available on this site. There is also the entirely unique Wardrobe Journaling course. If you want to take a step further into your own self development and self care this is a great, gentle but powerful course to take.
Have a great day!
Sarah