Liz Uy Talks Style Advice, Big Fashion Eras, and More
Don't be scared to experiment.
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(SPOT.ph) Style can be ever-changing—one minute colored skinny jeans are in and the next you're burning everything that reminds you of it. Looking for your signature style, much like the search for your one true love, can take years (even decades) of experimentation. Building a timeless yet curated wardrobe takes time.
One of the best ways to find it? Know yourself first—and this is something we picked up from none other than stylist and fashion influencer Liz Uy at her BYLZ (a.k.a. her latest fashion passion project) launch in what seems to be the busiest venue in Makati on Thursday, November 7. Even while manning the event, Uy exuded effortless chic in a sleek and understated outfit as she gracefully navigated the crowd of family, friends, and media.
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Looking back at Liz Uy's biggest style eras
If you are uncertain about trying out different looks, know that Uy herself has tried everything. Her close friend Nicole Andersson, who hosted the event, shared that she had a front-row view of Uy's "experimental" era.
"You have to know your style," Uy says. "[As we experience life, and] as we get to know ourselves a little bit better, and since in-depth na yung pagkaka-kilala ko sa sarili ko, I know my style—I know what fits me, I know what I like, it feels good, and I stick to that."
But this confidence in her personal style took many years of experimentation. She says, "I've tried it all."
Scrolling through Uy's Instagram always feels like going through a style board, sprinkled with travel adventures and cute family moments. Her feed showcases her elevated essentials—mostly through BYLZ's versatile and minimalist silhouettes—and statement pieces. Although everything looks effortless, Uy says it took a lot of experimenting to get to this point.
If she had to pick at least three from her past style eras, the first one would be when she started in Preview Magazine in 2004 (at least according to her LinkedIn profile). Back then, she embraced the '80s aesthetic, rocking mini skirts and colorful pumps while working as an editorial assistant for the fashion magazine. At present, she is Preview's fashion editor-at-large.
Uy's second big style era arrived at the height of Sex and the City, when she channeled her inner Carrie Bradshaw (aptly enough, a style icon herself). At times, she would also come in with a touch of Samantha Jones' signature boldness. Uy shared that these characters had a big influence during this era.
Finally, street style plays a huge part in Uy's third major style era, inspiring her to add more layers and textures to her outfits.
Her style evolution isn't linear by any means but it was an enjoyable and colorful journey. She concludes, "At the end, I'm so happy [that] I get to try [these styles]. It was so fun." Uy says she has no regrets, adding that she still experiments with different styles once in a while.
Dressing up comes naturally to Uy. "I'm a mood dresser," she shares. "So, whatever I feel like dressing up in the morning, whatever my mood is, the weather, where I'm at—I get inspired [by them]."
Take, for example, her tastefully understated outfit at the BYLZ launch event. A white polo paired with an oversized blazer (a signature Uy piece), jeans, and a pair of silver pumps showcased her chic yet effortless style.
Experimenting is key, but Uy adds that it's also important to know your body type and fashion elements that flatter your strengths the most. "Go from that, focus, and then highlight that."
Liz Uy on shopping and looking for pieces
Like the rest of us, Uy is all in for anything cute. "If I see anything cute that I like, it doesn't matter if it's branded or if it's expensive. It's really how you wear it," she explains. "Kung saan ka maganda, 'doon tayo."
More than fleeting trends, Uy champions the importance of timeless and versatile pieces. These are investments, she points out—a philosophy that is reflected in the silhouettes offered by BYLZ.
"With BYLZ, the core is I want it to be timeless. Look back 10 years from now, and I still want you to be able to [wear them]," she explains. BYLZ delivers a wide range of timeless basics that can seamlessly integrate into your wardrobe, no matter your lifestyle or even future trends. BYLZ pieces are designed to be worn together or separately, offering ultimate versatility. Say, a skirt that you could wear as a dress? A classic, oversized blazer? A mix-and-match set? Sign us up.
Her favorite pieces from the collection have to be a classic blazer, a little LBD, and a pair of jeans. "Lahat ng meron kayo, pwede niyo siyang ulit-ulitin in so many different styles," she shares. BYLZ is available exclusively on Lazada.
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