Fashion & Flat Whites: Cassie Smalley
Cassie looking comfortable, classic, and cool in her sweater, denim, and ankle boots!
How would you describe your style?
I like to think my style is classic and timeless.
How long have you been interested in fashion, and what inspired your interest?
Not always, I think fashion has come along way for those of us on the mid-size range. We have a lot more options now, which has inspired my outfits.
I think my interest in fashion didn’t begin until I was in my 30’s. While I have always wanted to dress nice, it wasn’t a priority. My career began to take a turn toward leadership and I began to focus on dressing for the role I wanted.
“I started my Instagram and Mys Tyler accounts to inspire women my age and size with great outfit ideas. I didn’t see many over 40 and midsized women to follow, but now there are more of us and it’s awesome to see!”
Can you tell us about your journey to body confidence?
This is a tough one, I’ve been insecure with my body since high school. I think with age comes wisdom and awareness of who you are and what is important. Worrying about how others saw me and my size didn’t matter as much.
What's your profession?
I am the Director of Client Services for a direct marketing and manufacturing company.
How did you find out about Mys Tyler?
I was influenced by @liliesandlana! We follow each other on Instagram, and I saw her posts about Mys Tyler. But it wasn’t until Mys Tyler contacted me that I discovered more about what Mys Tyler was about.
How has using Mys Tyler impacted you?
It’s been amazing see the fashion from all over the world and the positivity that goes with that. The women of Mys Tyler are confident and bold in their fashion and the support is amazing. I love the Mys Tyler approach! Fashion is not one size fits all and Mys Tyler really highlights and celebrates that.
So many ways to wear denim! As Cassie shows in her OOTDs, your top, shoes, and accessories can really make a difference to dress an outfit up or down.
What’s your favorite fashion hack?
Finding that great outfit formula that works for you. For me, it’s a great sweater/top and jeans combo. It’s a struggle to get out the door on time in the morning, and not having to worry about what to wear is definitely a bonus.
What’s one thing you would want to tell your 5 year old self?
To care less what others think of me. It’s ok to look and be silly!
What’s the perfect formula for a feel-good outfit?
Funny enough, I think black is such a chic, classic look, but when I wear bold and bright colors, it affects my mood and helps me keep a positive outlook.
What do you hope the future of fashion will look like?
More of us midsize gals that aren’t afraid to embrace our bodies as they are.
Love how Cassie’s styled this blazer with some casual sneakers, creating the perfect balance between relaxed and sophisticated.
Cassie is one of Mys Tyler’s Contributors, inspiring women across the world with her forever evolving style. You can follow Cassie on Mys Tyler to be inspired below!
Want to be involved? Fill out the form below to get featured on our blog!