Moon | the dark, mysterious style root: GUIDE
The Moon Style Root is the rebellious source of inspiration in your style. The Moon and the night it represents is gloomy, deep and celestial. This is my guide for if you might be a moon and how to dress for your new style root
Personality
Although style roots are primarily aesthetic, and it is okay to simply be drawn visually to one of the style roots, usually the style roots will correspond with personality. The Moon is likely to have some of the following characteristics:
emotional
rebellious
moody
deep
gloomy
intense
daring
thoughtful
introspective
unreserved
impulsive
Lifestyle
What you like in clothing will often correlate with what you like in other spheres of life, whether it be interior design or simply the activities you do.
Those with the Moon style root might enjoy the following activities:
listening to music alone
going for a walk on a cloudy day
going to gigs of their favourite bands or artists
going on a historical tour
visiting museums
reading names in graveyards
painting
watching cult movies
dancing in the moonlight
How to Style
The moon style root can be described as…
mysterious
edgy
ethereal
gothic
rebellious
haunting
mystical
dark
vampiric
I often think of the moon style root as putting the other style roots into the minor key!
You don’t have to include ALL of the following elements in an outfit to create the Moon effect, but one to three details will help to create this impression. There are also lots of other elements I could include, but I think this is a good starting point!
Dark Colours
A deep and dark colour palette conveys a sense of moodiness and is a direct translation of the night. Black is most typically associated with moon, but deep reds, purples, greens and blues also have a strong moon feel.
Leather
Leather is associated with protection; practical use of leather includes motorbiking, aviator jackets and to shield your feet in dangerous work situations - leather is therefore associated with adventure. Leather therefore can convey a rebellious attitude.
Studs
Studs are sharp, can cause pain and generally convey a sense of “stay away”. They are associated with danger, but also introversion and sense of protection.
Metallic
Metal is strong, powerful and sharp. It has a deadliness to it; it’s a key material in knives and swords. Metallic fabrics can create a rock n roll feel.
Plaid
Vivienne Westwood knew the power of plaid back in the 1980s. It is a strong, geometric fabric associated with battle and blood.
The moon style root adds edginess, depth and a darkness to any outfit. Do you think you are a Moon? Leave me a comment below!
Across the Seasons
It is quite easy to picture what moon might look like in autumn and winter, but what about in the other months? Your style root should stay with you across all four seasons, but it can be tempting to lean on a different root when you can’t visualise how your REAL style root might look.
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter
Moon in Men’s Fashion
Celebrities and Characters with the Moon Style Root
Wednesday Addams | Wednesday
Kat Stratford | 10 Things I Hate About You
Morgana Pendragon | Merlin
Lisbeth Salander | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Buffy Summers | Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Elena Gilbert | The Vampire Diaries
Jenny Humphrey | Gossip Girl
Alexa Chung
Helena Bonham Carter
Debbie Harry
Winona Ryder
Zoe Kravitz
Kate Moss
Vanessa Hudgens
Kristen Stewart
Anna Kendrick
Abbey Lee Kershaw
Taylor Momsen
Dita Von Teese
Kim Kardashian
Moon Pinterest Board
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