Kitchener’s Natural essence is relaxed and practical. But maybe you’ve asked yourself, how can I apply it to my everyday life? Exploring our essences is a very interesting path from which we can always learn something new. So today I will give you some tips to incorporate this Natural essence style into your everyday life, whether for work, casual attire or special occasions.
Kitchener defines the Natural essence as the casual yang essence.Ā Which means they might have wide facial features, a relaxed energy, some easy-going and sportiveness about them. They look good in casual clothing.
But wait, if you are still not sure if this is your essence, go take the 7 style essences -quiz, so you will know how the right essence can be of great help when choosing your wardrobe.
What are some key aspects of the natural essence look?
- Long and straight shapes.
- Casual clothes over dressing up.
- Oversized garments.
- Natural fibers.
- Natural hair without looking messy.
- Natural makeup or no makeup.
- Layers in clothing.
- Heavy fabrics.
Now that you know more about the Natural essence, let’s see how to incorporate it into everyday life, whether for a hectic work day, informal or casual attire or for a special event.
How to Incorporate the natural Essence for Work?
What we seek when incorporating the Natural Essence into the work environment is to help you project a relaxed, approachable and authentic image without sacrificing professionalism. So first, let’s see which clothes will suit you the most and how you can complement them with your hair, makeup and accessories.
natural fiber basics
Natural fibers will always work perfectly for someone with a Natural personality, which is why integrating any of the following items into your work wardrobe will be a good decision.
When shopping, try to choose good quality clothes that are timeless and can be worn on many occasions. Blouses and shirts in natural materials such as cotton, linen or blends of these work perfectly for your essence. Choose simple cuts and clean lines that do not saturate your image.
Choose straight or slightly flared pants and skirts in natural fabrics, the midi length is a perfect intermediate length option to be comfortable at work.
One of your key pieces are dresses in neutral or soft colors, with simple cuts and minimal details. Shirt dresses are ideal for the natural and professional look you want to project.
the right pants for naturals
- Choosing the right pants will give you more comfort during your work day, so an excellent option is cotton pants with a straight cut, in neutral colors such as beige, khaki, white or navy blue.
- Linen pants with an elastic waist or wide leg are extremely comfortable, I suggest wearing them in white, beige or light gray. Pants in neutral colors are a smart acquisition as they are a base from which you can start to create outfits with innovative combinations.
colors and prints
- The color palette that will never let you down is that of neutral and soft colors, perfect for the natural essence such as white, beige, brown, olive green and navy blue.
- You can also add touches of soft colors such as sky blue, mint green or dusty pink.
- The more intense earth tones also help to create beautiful combinations.
- If you like to wear prints, the best ones are subtle ones like pinstripes, small checks, or discreet floral prints.
- To learn more about how to use colors in the workplace, you can take a look at our blog ĀØa complete guide to psychology of colorĀØ.
accesories
- Choose simple jewelry, either in subtle metallic materials or in natural materials such as wood, leather and semi-precious stones. You don’t need overloaded jewelry to look good, a thin bracelet, small earrings and discreet necklaces are perfect for a look with natural essence.
- Bags in natural materials such as canvas, linen or vegan leather in neutral tones. And what we are looking for is practicality and ease for you to transport all your personal items, so opt for medium or large bags that are functional and comfortable.
- Shoes are one of the most important parts of a work look. We don’t want to end up with sore and tired feet, so I suggest wearing comfortable shoes made of natural materials, such as flat shoes, moccasins, or low-heeled leather sandals in neutral tones. If you prefer to wear heels, definitely choose those with low, wide heels for comfort.
Make up and hairstyle
- Use light makeup that highlights your natural beauty, for example, a light foundation and a touch of mascara.
- Eyeshadows in earth tones, lips in nude or soft pink tones and subtle eyeliner are good allies for a pretty but subtle daily makeup.
- Opt for hairstyles that don’t require a touch-up, such as a low ponytail, a loose bun, or hair down in soft waves.
- If you have doubts about a haircut that suits you, just choose one that follows the natural hairline, without too much effort to style.
natural essence looks for work
Classic Natural
- White cotton blouse
- Straight cut beige pants.
- Small earrings, a delicate necklace and a simple watch.
- Brown leather bag.
- Brown leather loafers.
- Light foundation, a little pink blush, mascara and nude lips.
- Loose hair with soft waves.
Sophisticated and Comfortable
- Olive Green linen shirt dress with a thin belt at the waist.
- Leather bracelet, wooden earrings and simple ring.
- Bag in neutral tones.
- Leather sandals with low heel.
- Eyeshadow in earth tones, soft pink lips and subtle eyeliner.
- Low and casual ponytail.
How to Incorporate the natural Essence into Informal or Casual attire?
basics for natural essence
- For a casual day, cotton t-shirts in neutral or soft colors as well as thin striped t-shirts are a good option. They don’t have to be tight, quite the opposite, loose garments look great for the natural essence.
- Linen shirts are comfortable and great for a relaxed and cool look. Keep details to a minimum, such as wooden buttons or adjustable straps.
- We all need a good pair of jeans don’t we? For you, straight or boyfriend jeans in light or medium tones, with a worn but neat look will work perfectly. If they are above the ankle length, much better!
- Don’t forget loose pants or comfortable linen or cotton midi skirts as an option for a casual day.
- And if you prefer to wear dresses, those with a shirt silhouette, with buttons or ties at the front, as well as loose and light dresses are good choices.
Overshirts and jackets
Layers are an important part of the looks for the Natural essence, the following garments are some of the favorites as a complement to your outfits.
- Light linen jackets or blazers, good options to combine with linen pants and a basic t-shirt.
- Cotton or flannel overshirts with small checks or fine stripes. In earth or neutral tones, they are ideal for cooler days.
- Simple and comfortable knitted cardigan.
- Leather or vegan suede jacket in natural tones such as brown or beige, with a simple and classic design.
colors and prints
- Neutral colors and those associated with natural elements such as white, beige, gray, navy blue, greens and earth colors continue to be indicated for casual attire.
- You can always use contrasts, both in lighter or pastel colors such as sky blue, mint green, dusty pink, lavender or darker colors such as deep olive green or terracotta.
- As for prints, keep them subtle, with pinstripes, small checks or floral prints.
- The botanical print is a sustainable, unique and beautiful option that is also excellent for your essence, so don’t hesitate to try it.
accesories
- In general your jewelry should be simple and of course! with a natural touch, which you can obtain using materials such as wood, leather, semi-precious stones or metals in matte finishes.
- Fabric or natural leather bags, canvas or linen tote bags in neutral tones, small backpacks or crossbody bags are super comfortable options that will allow you to go from one place to another with style and lightness.
- And since we’re talking about comfort, let’s not forget the shoes. Casual sneakers will always be a must-have, but you can also opt for flat shoes, sandals or loafers in neutral colors.
Make up and hairstyle
- You can use a light foundation or BB cream, a little blush in natural tones and a touch of mascara.
- If you use eye shadows, they can be in earth tones, and lips in nude or soft pink tones and a subtle liner are the exact touch to complement your appearance.
- If you don’t really like wearing hairstyles, no problem, loose and natural hair will look good, you can add a simple barrette to keep it in order.
- Simple and casual hairstyles such as a low ponytail, a loose bun or loose hair with soft waves are simple styles that do not require much time and still make you look put together.
natural essence looks for casual attire
Relaxed and cool
- Slightly fitted light blue cotton t-shirt.
- Boyfriend jeans.
- Simple necklace and small earrings.
- White shoes.
- Small backpack or tote bag.
- Low ponytail and soft makeup in earth tones.
Cozy and Natural
- Long and comfortable brown knit cardigan.
- White linen blouse.
- Olive green cotton pants with a loose fit.
- Beige leather moccasins.
- Semi-precious stone earrings.
- Headscarf or bandana.
- Loose bun and light makeup with soft pink lips.
How to Incorporate the natural Essence for special events?
gala dresses
If your event is formal and during the day, you can wear long or midi dresses in high-quality linen or cotton, with elegant but simple cuts. They can include details such as simple lace, pleats or discreet embroidery.
For a more elegant or evening event, you can wear silk or natural satin dresses with a smooth and elegant cut. Imagine a beautiful dress made of these materials in white, light gold or soft blue, it would look totally amazing. Furthermore, you don’t need anything very ornate, since minimalist designs with details such as draping, simple necklines or delicate sleeves are enough for your essence to stand out without losing elegance.
suits and jumpsuits
- Depending on the occasion, you can also opt for a linen or cotton trouser suit with a moderate and comfortable silhouette. Straight-leg pants will look elegant and a blazer without excessive shoulder pads, with wooden or mother-of-pearl buttons will be enough to enhance the look.
- A more fun option is a jumpsuit with a sophisticated design. Look for a silhouette with a fitted waist, wide-leg pants, and a V or wrap neckline.
Colors and Prints
- A lot depends on the time and place where your event will be. But in general, I suggest choosing between neutral, soft and earthy colors or if you want something more striking, light gold, greens or blues that look natural, like a gem.
- And of course you can also use prints for gala events, such as delicate floral prints, fine stripes, brided or discreet embroidered details.
accesories
- For this type of event you can use a little more jewelry, although it is best to keep it natural and delicate.
- The best bags to complement special occasion looks are smaller than those you would use for casual occasions or for work. A clutch or handbag in natural materials such as linen, leather or silk in neutral tones can be that piece that completes your natural image.
- The choice of shoes is very important. Wear medium-heeled shoes or sandals, so you can walk or dance looking very stylish.
- On the other hand, if you don’t like to wear heels at all, some flat shoes with elegant details either in the silhouette or in subtle decorations will complement your outfit 100%.
Make up and hairstyle
- For these occasions we are looking for a natural but elegant look that can be achieved using a light foundation with a luminous finish, blush in natural tones and a touch of highlighter.
- Another important point is eye shadows in soft earth or gold tones, as well as subtle eyeliner and mascara. You can keep your lips in nude or soft pink tones, although this clearly depends on your taste and the occasion, it is not a fixed rule.
- Your hairstyle can also be simple but at the same time sophisticated, for example you can use low and loose buns, soft waves or delicate braids. Maintain the naturalness of your hair with hairstyles that highlight its texture and shape.
natural essence looks for especial events
Natural Elegance
- Long, flowing silk dress with draped details.
- Fine gold earrings and necklace.
- White linen clutch.
- Medium heel sandals in leather.
- Low and loose bun, luminous makeup with nude lips.
Relaxed Sophistication
- Beige linen suit.
- V-neck silk blouse.
- Semi-precious stone earrings and a fine bracelet.
- Elegant flat shoes in beige leather.
- Loose hair with soft waves, earth tone makeup and soft pink lips.
Finally, these are some of the main tips that you can follow to ensure that your look will look great and you will feel chic and pretty in any situation.
And do not forget:
- Maintain comfort by choosing clothing and accessories that are comfortable and allow freedom of movement.
- Use natural fabrics such as cotton, linen and wool to stay consistent with the natural essence.
- Opt for cuts and silhouettes that are simple and relaxed, avoiding excessive or complicated details.
- Choose pieces that can be easily combined with different tops and accessories for greater versatility in your wardrobe.
Kathleen Sellers says
Thank you for this guide. I was just recently typed a Natural (both in body type and essence) using Lucy and Dani’s services, and I’m eager to learn all I can about incorporating my essences into my wardrobe. I love the practicality of this guide and all of the outfit suggestions! They’re helping me really envision my personal style.