LOL Shedev re knowing what we don't like!
I am 8-9, there is always room for improvement, and that is half the fun

Probably a 3. I'm a new mom and I would say I was a 6 before the baby was born. Looking forward to raising that ranking as I figure out what works best with my new lifestyle, somewhat changed body, and evolving taste!

I'm traveling but hoping to dig into these when I get home on Friday. Thanks for playing. Very helpful to learn how people make distinctions about style and dressing.

This is a wonderful question and it shows how much I have grown and evolved.
When I first came to YLF I might have categorized myself as a 2-3 (no plan in place and bending to very trend that came my way).

Today I confidently categorize myself as either a 8-9. I learned a lot, and more importantly, I implemented what I learned. It has been a fun learning experience and because I make so many fewer mistakes I have now given myself permission to buy things that were previously out of my price range. It seems to be a win-win for me.

What Torontogirl said! I know what I like, but changes of season and fluctuations in body shape sometimes throw me off. I sit up and pay attention when Angie and others write about what people with a long neck can wear, for example. The concept of bookending has been an epiphany, and now that I'm aware of it, it's as simple as gravity. I think I will save a lot of time and energy as I gain a better understanding of what works and why.

I've only recently discovered my style. Since I turned 20 last year, I've been picking items in a "theme"...so I will say 2-3 for me

I would say a 9. I follow a very strict colour palette (black, white, grey, navy, tan) and believe less is more. This personal style rule of mine has minimised fashion disasters for me and has made me look back on myself as a 15-19 year old and wonder, firstly what I was thinking, and secondly what I was wearing?

Not very well. I know what fits and I know the colors that work best for me. Beyond that, I am in transition, having been here for less than a year. I was In a style rut with cardigan sweaters and pencil skirts. This year marked the acquisition of BF jeans, booties, and leather motojacket (a gift from my DH). I am also tossing most of my cardigans from JCrew LOL!

We are all in transition, really. Fashions change over time... even Angie has honed her style since she began her blog.

I can say, I am enjoying my closet these days.

I'd have to say around an 8, but as others have mentioned, that understanding doesn't always come through in the execution of daily outfits. I think I have a pretty good grasp on what suits me, and of course I know what I like! However, I still sometimes make mistakes of trying things that suit me in theory, but I end up just not reaching for them, so there is a disconnect somewhere. Or maybe I just have too many fab things in my closet.

I don't think I'd ever give myself a 10. I feel like the more I learn, the more there is to learn. And I may have times when I'm paying less attention and am more complacent about style, but I don't ever want to get *too* complacent. That's how a lot of women ended up wearing helmet hair from the 60s into the 80s, and mom jeans before they came back "in."

I will also go and bump a post that I did to recap all responses. This might be useful and simply fun to see how the responses netted out.

Marie: I look forward to seeing your theme and your growth.

bbgestier: I also follow a very strict colour palette -- which is very similar to yours. And it is an interesting exercise to reflect back and think -- what was wearing? I'd love to know if you have any other strict rules regarding shoes/boots, jewelry, silhouette, etc.

quiet girl: It seems like a lot of folks are in transition. Seems like you are adding some great new piece (very nice DH). Looking forward to seeing how your style evolves. I know what it feels like when you just must pass on items that you just can't face anymore. Hope you can find a good home for your J. Crew cardigans!

Glad you are enjoying your closet days.

Janet: Consistent execution in daily outfits does seem to be a common theme. And I can absolutely relate to your comment. "I still sometimes make mistakes of trying things that suit me in theory, but I end up just not reaching for them, so there is a disconnect somewhere." But perhaps, as you said, you might just have a fab closet.