Drei's Style

Influenced: Drei’s Journey to Finding His Style

Fashion can be confusing, especially when you don’t know where to begin.

Drei, a thoughtful fashion influencer, reminds us that “fashion is a journey.” He explains, “You may not know what style or clothing feels like you, but with trial and error you’ll get to YOUR style.” That’s something every creator or anyone struggling with their look needs to hear.

Drei’s style switches between two moods, sometimes minimalist, sometimes streetwear. He says, “I wear one or the other depending on my mood, and that’s fine.” This honesty shows us that style doesn’t have to be one thing. It’s personal and changes with how you feel.

Sometimes you want to blend in with simple, clean pieces. Other times, you want to stand out with bold, streetwear fits. Drei believes that “minimalist style can be streetwear,” and that there are endless ways to mix and match how you want to show up.

His fashion journey started by borrowing his older brother’s clothes, like a Chicago Bulls jacket or denim jeans. Then he found inspiration in Instagram creators like @Jeremyjamal who mix minimalist and streetwear effortlessly. He also mentions @ddraeb and Xiaoxiaowangg, saying, “The little details they add into their fits are amazing.” Drei could go on about all the people who inspire him, but the main idea is this: take what inspires you, but make your story your own. That’s how creators connect and how beginners find ideas that feel real.

More Than Just Clothes: Confidence and Meaning

For Drei, fashion is about how it makes you feel. He says, “Fashion is more about how it makes you feel. How it makes you look is more about how people perceive you.” Compliments are nice, but the real power comes from the confidence fashion gives you. Drei adds, “Fashion has definitely helped me be a lot more comfortable and confident in myself, being able to express myself in a way that needs no words or actions.” If you’re trying to figure out your style, remember this: wear what makes you feel good first.

One of the most meaningful parts of Drei’s story is about his leather Oxford shoes. He says, “They’re beat up, dirty, the soles are dry rotted, but I still wear them and they work just fine.” Those shoes aren’t just shoes, they represent everything he’s been through. It’s a reminder that your clothes don’t have to be perfect or new. They just need to mean something to you.

When it comes to trends, Drei keeps it real. He doesn’t follow them unless they really fit his style. Talking about the leather tabis trend, he says, “I thought they were cool but they didn’t really fit my style, so I never thought of getting them.” His advice is clear: “Personal style over trends any day.” That mindset is important for creators and anyone searching for their look. Follow what speaks to you, not what’s just popular.

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