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Gretchen Gambill

owner & artist at Cygni Tattoo

how do you decide what to wear on a given day?

The first thing I think about when deciding what to wear is if I'm going to be creating art today. I feel like half of my closet is black or already covered in some sort of ink/paint/clay stain, and the other half I'm trying to keep clean! 

Did you dress for comfort, confidence, creativity—or something else today?

This morning I dressed for comfort and creativity. My tattoos make me feel more expressive of myself so I love showing them off with sheer fabrics! I love the fisher platform because I can show off my tattoos and still have a closed-toe fit for all seasons. 

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"Choosing clothes that coordinate with my emotions and what I'm trying to manifest for the day ahead is a ritual for me."

I believe in the power of intentionality with how we dress. Especially through colors and patterns. On a gray day, I never underestimate how energizing a bright pop of color can be — or how grounding wearing earth tones is.

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Some days I'm feeling more femme and others more masc. I love to have fun and flow with the energy of each day when I get dressed!

my current fav pair?

The fisher platform because they're comfy enough to run around in all day but I still feel cute/dressed up! I love the chunky soles — these are my current go-to!

A few of my favorite things...

Clockwise from top:

1// yellow glass candle holder — i'm usually burning some kind of candle when I'm home

2// tarot card deck. I love the artwork on this one.

3// a thrifted marble box from London

4// a Ganesha from India — remover of obstacles 

5// evil eye necklace — rose quartz  for self compassion and energy protection

6// rosemary, recently picked from friends garden 

7// tulips. I love having fresh flowers in my space

8// a fancy silk scarf from my very chic English mother-in-law

9// one of my handmade ceramic pieces

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