20 Questions

Questions to Ask About Fashion

Engaging questions that explore personal style, fashion trends, and the role of clothing in self-expression and identity.

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What's your go-to outfit when you want to feel confident?

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Why this works

Reveals their understanding of the emotional connection between clothing and self-confidence, showing how fashion affects mood and self-perception.

2

How do you balance following trends with developing your personal style?

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Why this works

Shows their approach to fashion evolution and reveals how they navigate the tension between trend-following and authentic self-expression.

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What's the most meaningful piece of clothing you own and why?

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Reveals the emotional and personal significance of clothing, showing how fashion connects to memories, relationships, and personal identity.

4

How has your style evolved over the years?

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Shows their fashion journey and reveals how personal growth, life changes, and experiences influence style development.

5

What's your approach to building a sustainable wardrobe?

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Why this works

Reveals their values around environmental consciousness and shows their thinking about long-term fashion choices and consumption.

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How do you express your personality through your clothing choices?

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Shows their understanding of fashion as self-expression and reveals how they use clothing to communicate their identity to others.

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What's the biggest fashion mistake you've made and what did you learn from it?

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Reveals their ability to learn from fashion experiments and shows their growth mindset about style development.

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How do you approach dressing for different occasions while staying true to your style?

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Why this works

Shows their ability to adapt their personal style to various contexts while maintaining authenticity.

9

What role does color play in your fashion choices?

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Why this works

Reveals their understanding of color psychology and shows how they use color to enhance their appearance and mood.

10

How do you stay updated on fashion trends without losing your personal style?

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Why this works

Shows their approach to trend consumption and reveals how they filter fashion information to maintain authenticity.

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What's your philosophy on investing in quality pieces versus fast fashion?

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Why this works

Reveals their values around fashion consumption and shows their thinking about quality, sustainability, and long-term wardrobe building.

12

How do you handle fashion inspiration from different cultures or communities?

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Shows their awareness of cultural sensitivity in fashion and reveals their approach to drawing inspiration respectfully.

13

What's the most unexpected fashion advice you've received that actually worked?

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Reveals their openness to unconventional fashion wisdom and shows their ability to learn from diverse sources.

14

How do you approach fashion when you're feeling uninspired or in a style rut?

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Why this works

Shows their strategies for reigniting fashion creativity and reveals their approach to overcoming style challenges.

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What's your take on the relationship between fashion and self-confidence?

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Why this works

Reveals their understanding of how clothing affects self-perception and shows their perspective on the psychological aspects of fashion.

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How do you balance comfort with style in your daily fashion choices?

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Shows their practical approach to fashion and reveals how they prioritize both aesthetics and functionality.

17

What's your approach to building a capsule wardrobe?

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Why this works

Reveals their interest in minimalist fashion and shows their thinking about versatile, essential pieces.

18

How do you handle fashion criticism or unsolicited style advice?

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Why this works

Shows their confidence in their style choices and reveals their approach to maintaining authenticity despite external opinions.

19

What's the most important lesson you've learned about fashion?

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Reveals their key insights about style and shows what they consider most valuable in their fashion journey.

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How do you see fashion evolving in the next few years?

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Why this works

Shows their awareness of fashion trends and reveals their perspective on the future direction of style and fashion culture.

Best Practices for Fashion Conversations

Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.

Best Practices

Focus on Personal Expression

Ask questions that explore how fashion serves as a form of self-expression and personal identity rather than just following trends.

Respect Individual Style Choices

Be open to different fashion perspectives and avoid judgmental questions about others' style choices or preferences.

Explore the Emotional Connection

Ask about how clothing affects mood, confidence, and self-perception to understand the deeper relationship with fashion.

Question Sequences

The Personal Style Sequence

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What's your go-to outfit when you want to feel confident?
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How do you express your personality through your clothing choices?
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How has your style evolved over the years?
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What's the most meaningful piece of clothing you own and why?

The Fashion Philosophy Sequence

1
How do you balance following trends with developing your personal style?
2
What's your philosophy on investing in quality pieces versus fast fashion?
3
How do you approach building a sustainable wardrobe?
4
What's your take on the relationship between fashion and self-confidence?

Common Pitfalls

Don't Judge Style Choices

Avoid questions that imply judgment about others' fashion choices or suggest there's a 'right' way to dress.

Don't Focus Only on Trends

While trends can be interesting, focus more on personal style, self-expression, and individual fashion journeys.

Don't Assume Fashion Knowledge

Not everyone follows fashion closely. Ask questions that work for people with varying levels of fashion interest and knowledge.

Conversation Templates

The Style Journey Template

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Step 1: Start with: "How has your style evolved over the years?"
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Step 2: Follow with: "What's the most meaningful piece of clothing you own and why?"
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Step 3: Deepen with: "How do you express your personality through your clothing choices?"
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Step 4: Connect with: "What's the most important lesson you've learned about fashion?"

The Fashion Philosophy Template

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Step 1: Begin with: "What's your philosophy on investing in quality pieces versus fast fashion?"
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Step 2: Explore with: "How do you approach building a sustainable wardrobe?"
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Step 3: Understand with: "What's your take on the relationship between fashion and self-confidence?"
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Step 4: Learn with: "How do you see fashion evolving in the next few years?"

Further Reading

"The Little Black Book of Style" by Nina Garcia
"The Curated Closet" by Anuschka Rees
"Sustainable Fashion" by various authors
"Fashion Psychology" by Carolyn Mair

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