As part of upgrading my life I am planning on finally locking in and working on my style. My current idea around clothing has just been to throw on any old items due to a lack of confidence however, I need to stop waiting for that confidence to arrive and just start dressing how I want which in turn will probably help that confidence grow too. Going forward I want to go for a more elevated put together look which means gone are the days of jeans, graphic t-shirts and trainers every day and in are days of planning outfits and dressing for the life I want. As I say going forward I want my outfits to looking more luxurious and elevated, colours that match & shapes that actually work together. I also don't want to be buying the same types of items over and over due to them being poor quality, I want to buy better and have those pieces last much longer, I am so over buying cheap and buying twice. I might need to spend more initially for pieces but it should help me on my saving journey in the long run too as I wont be constantly needing to replace items.

In terms of clothing I am going to be looking at doing a full U-turn on what I currently wear. For so long now it has been a t-shirt or football shirt with jeans or cargo's and a pair of beat up trainers. Going forward I want to bring CEO energy to life and dress like I mean business. That is why I am looking at adding to following items into my wardrobe going forward...

Tapered Trousers

I am not one for anything to wide or baggy, it just doesn't suit my body so to replace the daily jeans I would love a wardrobe filled with some quality tapered trousers. These would be absolutely perfect for dressing up or down and can easily be found in a variety of colours and even with a bit of a pattern to them. These would be a pretty big change daily to my jeans but would work so well going forward plus with material choices I can be elevated but comfortable.

Chinos

I absolutely love a good pair of chinos and have done for years now so I want to make sure I have plenty of these in my wardrobe going forward. These are a lot more casual but can also look good dressed up. These would definitely serve me well on days out though and I can already picture the sort of outfits I can build with them.

Linen Trousers

I can't stop looking at linen trousers whilst I am out and about, they are well and truly drawing me in for the warmer weather. I would love to add a few different colours into my wardrobe to cover all types of outfits I have in mind. Going forward I am hoping to be able to travel a lot more so these would be a great addition for a holiday wardrobe too.

Wide Leg Trousers

I know I said earlier I don't tend to go for anything wide leg however, there have been some trousers in the past which have been wide leg and actually suited me. The plan is to add a couple of wide leg pairs into my rotation just to mix things up a bit and help me with some more casual looks I have in mind. The type of trousers I have in mind for this are striped or printed ones.

Shorts

Gone are the days of living in sports shorts & jersey shorts and in comes the smarter shorts. The sort of shorts I am looking at going forward are chino & linen type as these just look so much smarter and again can be dressed up or down depending on the occassion. Granted some denim shorts will be staying to help me on those more casual days but I won't be wearing them daily like I have done previously.

Basic T-shirts

The graphic t-shirts are going at long last and I am opting for the basics going forward, no logo or minimal logos in a variety of colours to go with everything. Some might be a standard t-shirt where as others may be knitted just to offer a bit of a different option. There is no need for me to have absolutely loads of t-shirts like I currently do however, I want to make sure I am well covered for all occassions. 

Polo Shirts

I have always loved a good polo shirt however, I haven't always known how to style them. Going forward though I want to get some smarter more feminine looking ones that I can dress up and wear for work. These would be perfect for a smart casual office look with those tapered trousers I am wanting to pick up. 

Shirts

I absolutely love a good shirt and I am planning on investing in even more going forward to make them a bit of a work uniform. I want a wardrobe full of shirts to dress up and down, linen, patterned, plain you name it I want them all to make sure I have a shirt for every occassion. I don't just want long sleeved shirts though like I currently have, I want to add some short sleeved ones too.

1/4 Zip's

A nice pair of trousers, a plain t-shirt with a good quality 1/4 zip over the top sounds like a great idea in terms of work outfits. The plan is to save these 1/4 zip purchases until I have hit my goal weight as I would love to purchase the Ralph Lauren 1/4 zips so I need to make sure they will last to be able to justify spending the money on them. I want to keep these in simple colours to go with a whole host of items in my wardrobe & so that I can dress them up and down.

Blazers

To go with the smarter looks I have in mind I need something to throw on if the weather is not the best, especially as I work in a pretty cold office. I used to love dressing up simple outfits with a nice blazer and that is something I plan on doing once more. The aim is to pick up different colours and styles of blazers going forward including some linen ones as the weather starts to get better.

Short Trench Coat

All the jackets I own are sports style which aren't going to work for the style I am aiming for going forward so I think it is finally time to get the short trench coat I have had my eyes on for a while. For so long I have wanted one of these jackets however, I have always thought that it wouldn't suit me. Now is the time to cast the doubt and just give things a try.

Car Coat

Just like with the trench coat I have always wanted a car coat but have never been brave enough to give one a try. Again this changes now and I am going to finally buy those items and get out of the scruffy old clothing. This is really going to help elevate my outfits whilst also helping keep me warm I just need to find the perfect one for me.

Accessories to suit the outfits

Gone are the days of now adding accessories to my outfits or just throwing on a pair of glasses and thinking it is enough. Going forward my plan is to invest in some jewellery, hats, sunglasses and other bits so that I can add the relevant bits to my outfits and make them look so much more put together. I can't wait to grow the accessories and start adding them to my outfits.

Proper Socks

Now this is a bit of a unique one as people probably think socks are socks. Well I get lazy and tend to stick to the sports socks and tend to only buy sports socks. Going forward I need to change these ways and make sure I am wearing crew socks made out of good materials to go with the smarter trousers I am wearing. I also need to get some quality no show socks that will go well with my loafers and are actually no show.

Alongside clothing I need to make sure my footwear is going to help elevate my style, no beat up trainers every day going forward, instead I will be making sure the shoes go with the outfits and are kept clean & in good condition. So here is the footwear I am looking at adding into my rotation going forward...

Loafers

I am wanting to have plenty of loafers in my rotation going forward in different styles so that I have a pair to go with every outfit. A good mix of leather & suede alongside different silhouettes will tick all boxes for me and I can't wait to see what pairs I find that are actually comfortable too.

Boat Shoes

Boat shoes are a type of shoes I have always loved however, they have never really gone with any of the outfits I have previously worn. Going forward I want to get a pair of boat shoes that suit me and the outfits I am putting together but are also comfortable. I can't wait to hunt down the perfect pair of these. 

Smart Trainers

I think I am growing up and heading away from the 'hype' trainers now and opting for smarter ones. I don't need all the logos any more something smarter and more elevated is going to go so much better with the outfits I have in mind. My plan is to start off with some Vichy trainers and then maybe shop around for other pairs just to dress up or down an outfit.

City Shoes

I never really thought I would like City shoes however, I have absolutely fallen in love with the ones that Auerlain do. Granted these are expensive so I want to really consider the purchase before I make it and pick the right colourway. I think these could be much easier to style than I initially thought too so I wonder just how much wear I could get out of them. 

Driving Shoes

These were a last minute addition to this list but I think these could be great to wear in the summer with some shorts and a nice top. They are just something very different to what I am used to but will help outfits look great. They would be so much better than the Nike's I usually live in over summer.

Sandals

Don't ask me why but for as long as I can remember I have always wore trainers all year round but I know that I want to change things up and a nice pair of sandals would be ideal for the warm weather. The dream would be the chunky Hermes ones however, I need to be a bit more realistic so maybe a nice pair in a similar style will be being purchased in the future.

Which ever shoes I pick up I need to ensure I am looking after them going forward to make them last and get the most out of them. That is why I am looking at purchasing material protectors & shoe trees to help them last longer.

It isn't just going to be fashion that helps me elevate my style going forward, beauty wise things are going to help too and those are simple things like...

A Signature Hair Style

This doesn't have to be anything drastic just something that is neat and tidy. In the past I have run a brush through my hair and called that it but now I am taking time to make it look a lot nicer. Whether is is using the straighteners or styling products, I have a hair style I can manage at long last.

Good hygiene

This is an obvious one but something often overlooked. I have done the bare minimum and my body is paying for it so going forward it is body scrubs, the correct products and even tongue scrapers to help me achieve the hygiene standards I deserve. Even something as simple as rotating towels more often will massively help.

Skincare

My skin has been massively neglected but good clear skin will help elevate any look and I need to keep reminding myself of that. I won't be going overboard with products but a skincare routine on a morning & evening will help get the condition back on track and get me more confident in my skin.

Signature Fragrance

I am going to be finding my signature fragrance which should help tie all the above together and make me stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons. Smelling good and looking good just goes hand in hand and I can't wait for all this to fall into place.

By purchasing the above items & putting in place routines I really should see a massive elevation in my style going forward and the CEO energy should really be brought to life through my choices. I am really hoping that by elevating my style going forward I gain a lot more confidence and feel much happier in my own body going forward. By dressing the part and with intention I should definitely feel elevated and like I am capable of levelling up my life. 

It is time to get cracking on with this wardrobe rebuild and see just how much I can elevate my style going forward.

See you soon,

Lucy

2026 is all about levelling up and investing in myself and projects I have going on which means a fair few purchases are being planned and let me just say those purchases aren't going to be cheap as I am looking at things in the long run, I am no longer buying cheap and buying twice, I am going for quality straight away which may cost a lot initially but should save me in the long run if all goes to plan. I sat down recently made a list of those items I am going to save for so that I can get an idea of the costs I would be looking at (which is quite scary to look at) and I thought I would share those items on here today and we can hopefully slowly make our way through the list over time. Realistically we aren't going to be getting these in the near future as the cost means I will be saving for a while to get a lot of what is on this list and I want to make sure that I am making the right choices with these items before I spend the amount on the items. So here is what I am currently saving up for...

Camera

I really want to pick up a camera which will help me create better quality images for on here and social media but also so that I can film reels on it and not have to compromise on quality. I have seen one of these for around the £500 mark currently but I really want to make sure I am getting a camera that is going to last me if I am spending plenty of money on it. I want to make sure I make the right choice with this item as it could really help me improve my content going forward.

Sports Camera & Lens

Yes I have just said I am looking at getting a camera however, this one is different as it would be specifically for my football content which is something that I am going to be locking in on going forward to improve my football site and maybe work with some clubs but more on that another day as it is going to be a part of my big life change. This is going to cost a small fortune but it could be a big piece of equipment to help me grow so it is certainly going to be worth the investment if all goes to plan.

DJI Osmo Pocket 3

The final piece of camera equipment on this list is the DJI Osmo Pocket 3. This little gadget would be great for the fitness, lifestyle and football content I have in mind so the cost would definitely be worth it in the long run. I have heard so many good things about this item so I can't wait to pick it up for myself to see if it lives up to expectations. 

iPad

The plan going forward is to get an iPad so that I don't have to take my Macbook everywhere I go. This iPad would need to be able to handle editing, writing and potentially drawing however, it would be good to use as a second screen and a way to consume content too. I am leaning towards the Pro at the moment but I don't want to spend too much so I might have a rethink and look into all my options properly.

Home Gym Equipment

I am really locking in on my weight loss journey however, I don't always want to be driving to the gym which is why I have a little bit of a home gym. This area is very basic currently and to really benefit from sessions in there I could do with really upgrading some of the current equipment and adding some new bits in all together. This is going to be a lot of trial and error I believe however, it could end up creating us the perfect workout area for both me & Liam to use.

Tag Watch

My plan is to really grow my watch collection and the goal is to add another Tag to this. I love my Formula 1 that I got for my 30th and I would love a Carrera to sit alongside this. There are so many different versions of this and I think I have decided which face I want however, with how much I need to save for this my mind could have changed over and over by the time I come to make the purchase.

Coach Backpack

My sights are set on a Coach backpack for work I just haven't settled on which one yet. This will be a nice luxury upgrade to my 6 year old River Island backpack I am using and as silly as it sounds I think it will just help elevate my day to day outfits that little bit more. These are on the expensive side of things so I definitely need to decide on which one I really want who knows I might find the perfect one at an outlet store when I pop into one.

Prada Sunglasses

I currently wear my Ray Bans all year round but I am starting to fancy picking up a pair a bit different to them. For a year or so now I have had my eyes on these Prada sunglasses however, I haven't been able to justify the price. The time has finally come though for me to put some money to one side and finally purchase these as I can't stop thinking about them.

Veja Trainers

I really do think my days of sport brand shoes are behind me now as I seem to like a pair for a few days and then change my mind. I keep gravitating towards the Veja trainers as they look a bit smarter than my usual choices however, they are a bit expensive for if I don't know how they will feel on feet. I am putting some money to one side to finally get a pair of these if they feel alright when I try a pair on.

Aurelien Shoes

Recently I got some loafers that are a bit like the ones this company do however, I am determined to save for a pair of Aurelien loafers and the City version that they do. This is going to be very expensive for what they are however, they should be worth the investment in the long run. The cheaper pairs I have got are acting life place holders until I can get the real thing and I am looking forward to being able to make those purchases.

Ralph Lauren 1/4 Zip

My wardrobe is going to be undergoing a huge transformation however, the big designer items are going to be a bit further down the line when I have hit my weight loss goal. The big item I am currently saving for is a Ralph Lauren 1/4 zip something I have had my eyes on for a very long time and will be the perfect treat for all the hard work of the weight loss journey has paid off and I have hit my final goal. The purchase of this is really going to feel like a massive reward as the weight loss journey currently feels never ending.

There you have it those are the items I am currently saving for, each one will be sure to help me in a different way whilst the 1/4 zip will signify the end of a hue journey. For now though it is time to keep on putting money to one side ready to make these purchases.

See you soon

Lucy