At OuiShopp, we’re always on the lookout for fashion inspirations who turn heads, not with trends, but with authentic style. Enter Katie Wish—a social media maven, culinary enthusiast, and a style expert with a flair for intuitive fashion.
From "Brunstucky" to the Fashion Scene: Style Insights from Katie Wish
At OuiShopp, we’re always on the lookout for fashion inspirations who turn heads, not with trends, but with authentic style. Enter Katie Wish—a social media maven, culinary enthusiast, and a style expert with a flair for intuitive fashion. From the small town of Brunswick, Ohio, to crafting outfits that radiate self-assurance, Katie’s approach to style is as fresh and relatable as it gets. Today, she’s giving us the scoop on what inspires her wardrobe choices, why she loves group shopping, and how to develop your own unique style with confidence.
Katie’s journey into fashion started early, and though her career path veered toward social media, style remains a constant passion. “I was originally enrolled in college for fashion design,” Katie shares. And while her day-to-day may involve strategizing online presence for her clients, her downtime is spent enjoying walks outdoors and cooking for family and friends, pouring “love into a good, wholesome meal… with a glass of Riesling!”
Katie’s style philosophy is all about balance, matching her mood with pieces that reflect her inner confidence. “For example, many may get dressed for a night out and the fit is eating, so they’re done, but if I look in the mirror and don’t feel 10/10, something has to change regardless of how finished it might look. Fashion feels almost like a bandaid for my insecurities, it doesn’t always make them go away but it covers them, and of course on the other hand, I also use fashion as a megaphone to exaggerate my areas of confidence! Another example, if I’m headed on a date feeling great about my legs and less than great about my arms, the fit will look more like a skirt with a leather jacket thrown over. At the end of the day, I don’t sacrifice the way I’m feeling about myself for the sake of what outfit might look best or trendiest, because there are thousands of variations to make it look great…and one of those options will eat while making ME feel like I’m wearing the outfit and not like the outfit is wearing me."
When asked for her go-to brands, Katie was quick to share her current faves. “Recently, I’ve been loving everything from Abercrombie, H&M, and Elwood Clothing,” she says. Known for their versatility and accessibility, these brands give Katie the foundation to build outfits that are as adaptable as her mood. She knows how to take staple pieces and infuse them with her unique twist, creating outfits that fit any occasion without compromising on comfort.
Everyone needs a little advice now and then, and for Katie, inspiration often comes from a favorite digital source. “Is Pinterest a person? LOL,” she laughs. We couldn’t agree more! Pinterest, after all, is like having a mood board in your pocket—a perfect tool for ideas on how to make use of your favorite pieces. To take this method a step further, try making boards on OuiShopp in your saved items that you can save like pinterest boards but ACTUALLY shop the products.
Katie has a natural eye for style, making her the go-to friend when her circle needs a second opinion. “I wouldn’t say I’m the one on top of every new trend… But if I know you as a person, then I’m great at working that around your individual style,” she says. Katie’s group shopping mentality is exactly what OuiShopp is all about—shopping with friends online and finding ways to build each other up in style. With our app, you can get live feedback from friends like Katie, wherever they are.
For those still discovering their personal style, Katie’s advice is to focus on pieces that make you feel amazing. “Try on some random outfits and take note of what pieces make you feel good, sexy, confident, glowing,” she advises. She calls these your “bones”—core items that make up the foundation of your wardrobe. Once you have these, you can build variations around them, creating a “mental closet” of outfits that can evolve over time.
Katie’s other piece of wisdom? Embrace variety and let your style be fluid. “You don’t have to be labeled as one thing,” she says. “Soft and flirty, minimal and edgy, playful and loud… most people aren’t one style every single day.” Style, for Katie, is about dressing to feel your best in each moment—a philosophy we can all get behind!
Find Katie on IG @_katiewish
We couldn’t resist getting Katie’s styling expertise for our very own founder, Carolyn. The setting? A chic Friday night dinner. Using OuiShopp app, Katie curated an effortlessly elegant look with a blend of comfort and sophistication. The Spree shows off Katie’s eye for details, and Carolyn’s outfit radiates the down-to-earth confidence that Katie’s style embodies.
With Katie’s tips in mind, we hope you feel inspired to explore your own style journey. And remember, you don’t have to do it alone. OuiShopp is here to bring your friends into the experience, so you can get feedback, try new ideas, and shop confidently with the ones who know you best.
So, are you ready to build your “mental closet” and style yourself like Katie? Download OuiShopp app to start your own group shopping spree, and turn your outfit dreams into reality!
