Fashion -- Closet Psychology

Jackie Walker, co-author of "I Don't Have A Thing To Wear: The Psychology of Your Closet", claims that on national average, women only wear 20 percent of the clothes in their closet.

"OK, be honest! How many items are hanging in your closet with price tags still attached to them? I find myself constantly asking women why they fill their closets with pieces they'd like to wear or hope to wear, but why they have nothing to wear for the person they are today?

"When a man looks into the mirror he sees his face. When a woman looks into the mirror she sees every insecurity she's ever had in life.

"The following is a basic overview of the five main personality types -- remember, every woman has a little of each inside. The percentages of your internal personas relate to how you feel about each piece you purchase.

"The Classic (Timeless and Conservative): The Classic woman loves a hard-edged jacket with a lapel. She wears pants and short skirts to the knee. She loves plaids, stripes and dots as well as solids -- never a print! Her earrings are always a stud, ball or simple hoop. Her shoe selection is just as cut and dry: loafers, pumps or simple elegant boots. She wears the same jewelry all of the time, taking it off at night and putting it right back on in the morning. The Classic will purchase other jewelry but never wears it.
Classic Celebrity: Diane Sawyer, Reese Witherspoon, Audrey Hepburn

"The Romantic (Traditional, Nostalgic & Ladylike): The Romantic loves lace and bows. her fabrics are soft and flowing and floral patterns are her favorite. She adores pearls, wearing one strand as a necklace and opts for small pearl studs or dainty, drop earrings. Handbags are crocheted fabrics or supple leather with a bow or tassel. She loves hearts and proudly displays them on everything -- from shoes, to clothing, to handbags.
Romantic Celebrity: Christie Brinkley, Faith Hill, Kathy Ireland

"The Natural (Direct, Unpretentious & Low-Maintenance): "Make it comfortable!" is this sporty, outdoor-loving woman's wardrobe cry. Leaving the house without makeup is OK, as this Natural constructs a wardrobe that's easy and can be repeated over and over again. She doesn't wear jewelry, save for her wedding ring (though she usually forgets to put it on as she does earrings). She'll wear the same handbag for years and thinks that scarves are foreign. She's always more interest in what she's doing than what she's wearing.
Natural Celebrity: Jennifer Aniston, Gabrielle Reese, Kate Bosworth

"The Dramatic (Ready for Their Close-up): On the opposite hand, the Dramatic cares a great deal about what she's wearing. More is more! Put it all on me at one time! The Dramatic wears rings on unexpected fingers like the pinkie, middle finger or thumb. She layers lots of bracelets -- the flashier the better. She's a definite "Trend Tracker" and reads every fashion magazine on the stands. She loves logos and changes her accessories daily. She has personally appointed herself the position of making over every friend and family member -- whether they want it or not.
Dramatic Celebrity: Dolly Parton, Madonna, Gwen Stefani

"The Mood Dresser (Bohemian, Creative & Artistic): She wakes every morning and has lots of options in her closet, but, because she doesn't know how to put it together, she changes her clothes dozens of times before she leaves her home. The Mood Dresser consistently copies everyone else's look, but has no idea of her own internal or external image.
Mood Dressing Celebrity: Nicole Ritchie, Angelina Jolie, Britney Spears

Most importantly, whoever you are, you are fabulous!