IMO Fashion can be a fun form of creative self expression. I am a Frum Fashion Maven blogger BTW…
I believe that is important to always keep in mind that Tznius and fashionable CAN go hand in hand! We have to look good and look after ourselves (it is good for mental health and shalom bayis) Personally, the goal for me is that my clothing reflect my taste and personality but in a dignified manner.
Via my blog I have had B’H the amazing experience to get a e-mails from 2 new BT girls plus their mothers in South America (argentina and brazil) who got inspired to go “all the way frum” by my posts ,the mum of one told me she was scared her child was going to grow up to wear a shapeless burka and that seeing a frum woman looking “normal” yet covered gave her relief…She also asked me if I shaved my head…LOL!
Fashion can be used to enhance the beauty and honour of being a Jewish woman….or become a sorry excuse for girls/women with middos issues to indulge in competitive behaviours, the choice is in the hands of the users.
Also IME , looking nice does not have to cost a bundle or be all about wearing designer brands…IMO, the best looks are created by pairing high and low pieces , I even thrift/gemach shop!
Learn the halacha be happy with yourself and your tznius style (no need for a clone look) and learn to ignore the haters who thrive by staring down at others .
Now back to cleaning after my messy little chametz vectors!! …..