How to Effectively Use Pinterest to Elevate Your Style

When I begin working with a client, one of the first things I ask is for them to share their Pinterest style board or create one from scratch. However, I often see clients struggle to use Pinterest effectively as a tool to define or elevate their personal style. Many come to me feeling frustrated because they can’t seem to translate their vision from the board into real life. In today’s post, I’m sharing my top tips for creating a Pinterest board that will not only help you define your style, but also make it easier to bring that vision to life in a practical, achievable way.

Mistakes I Commonly See

Let’s start with some common mistakes I often see when people are creating their style boards. Many boards end up overflowing with images of celebrities, influencers, off-duty models, and outfit flat lays. While these can certainly be inspiring, they should only play a small role in your mood board. When your board is dominated by these types of images, it becomes one-dimensional, setting unrealistic expectations and leading to overwhelm - often resulting in a sense of defeat rather than inspiration.

Why Doesn’t This Work?

Everyone’s body type and personal preferences are unique, so trying to replicate someone else's style directly is often a recipe for disappointment. What looks great on someone else might not feel right for your body, especially if you prefer different silhouettes, cuts, fabrics, or colors. Ultimately, it won’t feel authentic to you.

Another common issue I see with Pinterest boards is the lack of depth and variety. When boards are filled only with outfits and images of people, they miss out on the many other elements that can truly elevate your style. To build a more well-rounded and personal style board, it’s important to incorporate a wider range of visual inspiration. Keep reading to discover how you can enrich your Pinterest board to reflect a style that's uniquely yours.

What to Do Instead

Now that we’ve covered what to avoid, how do you create a board that truly reflects your style vision? Here’s what I tell my clients: the sky’s the limit! If you need to start fresh, go for it. Begin by pinning anything that inspires you—colors, textures, places, objects—the possibilities are endless. The goal is to build a collection of visuals that resonate with your personal aesthetic and spark new ideas. Need some inspiration to get started? Check out my Pinterest page, or browse the list of ideas below:

•Your favorite artwork

•Home interiors

•Architecture 

•Landscapes

•Places that you are inspired by

•Spaces that you are inspired by

•Nature 

•Patterns 

•Color Palettes

•Textures/Fabrics

•Jewelry

•Makeup

•Vintage Fashion Eras

•Shoes

Developing and gathering the right pieces may take time, so be patient with the process. Over time, you'll start to notice recurring themes and patterns within your board. Once you identify these common threads, you can begin shopping and styling according to your curated multidimensional style. If you're still struggling to bring your vision to life, that's where I come in. I specialize in helping clients both in the Pittsburgh area and virtually anywhere. Visit my contact page if you'd like to work together.

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Hannah