Hi there! I’m Mary Baumgartner, and I’m thrilled to welcome you to Monaco Art Week. As a wardrobe stylist based in the sunny state of Arizona, I’ve embarked on a journey of self-discovery through fashion, and I’m excited to share it with you.
Monaco Art Week serves as my personal outfit journal, where I open up about my daily style choices and reflect on how they make me feel, whether it’s a profound moment of self-expression or simply the comfort of slipping into something familiar.
Let me take you back to where it all began. Once upon a time, my closet was bursting at the seams with clothes, yet I often found myself feeling like I had nothing to wear. That’s when I decided to embrace the concept of a capsule wardrobe.
In 2017, I embarked on the adventure of paring down my closet to just thirty-something carefully curated items. Thus, Monaco Art Week was born—a platform to document my journey towards a more intentional and fulfilling relationship with fashion.
Initially, I approached my capsule wardrobe with a strict set of rules, seeking structure in a sea of sartorial options. However, as I navigated this new terrain, I discovered unexpected avenues of creativity and self-expression within the realm of fashion.
Fashion, I realized, is not merely about dressing oneself; it’s an art form, a language, and a source of joy in our day-to-day lives. With this newfound perspective, I chose to fully embrace fashion, even if it seemed to contradict my minimalist tendencies.
I’ve come to realize that I can honor both aspects of my personality—my love for simplicity and my passion for fashion—without compromising either. It’s all about finding balance and embracing the journey with open arms.
Here at Monaco Art Week, I invite you to join me on this journey of self-discovery and style exploration. My hope is that you’ll find daily inspiration in my outfit choices and that my reflections will encourage you to trust yourself, approach life with gentleness, and pursue what sets your soul on fire.
Now, let me share a few tidbits about myself to help you get to know the person behind the outfits:
My personal style is a blend of sporty and classic elements, often inspired by the laid-back vibe of a summer camp. While I gravitate towards minimalist looks, I ultimately value comfort and ease above all else in my clothing choices.
As a Pisces, water holds a special significance for me, and I find solace in swimming almost every day. There’s something incredibly healing about immersing myself in the water and letting go of the stresses of the day.
I have a soft spot for 90s-00s dance movies—they never fail to lift my spirits and ignite my love for movement and expression.
And finally, one of life’s simplest pleasures for me is air-drying my hair in the warmth of the sun on a balmy day—it’s a small yet luxurious moment of self-care that never fails to bring me joy.
Thank you for joining me on this journey, and I look forward to sharing more style adventures with you here at Monaco Art Week. <3