metal
⚪️ metal is the perfectionist
Like metal itself, a person with this element is strong, polished and precise. Metal is refined. It is strong, solid and polished. It’s made up of the world’s best materials, and it can be used to build the tallest buildings.
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Perfectionists are detail-oriented, refined, and have an appreciation for the finer things in life. They are consumed by the desire to have everything in order, and can be easily stressed out by mess or disarray. The Perfectionist strives for excellence in all that they do. If a Metal has a dinner party, you can expect attention to be paid to every detail, and wine to be served in the correct type of glass for the wine you’re drinking. They always choose quality over quantity, and seem to have their lives figured out. The Perfectionist aspires to have the finer things in life, cherishes artistic beauty and culture, has inherent good taste, is meticulous and values order. Metals are professional, sharp, and discerning in everything they do, but can come across as standoffish, posh, and prude at times.
You are:
Metals are a natural organizer and keep things in check and on schedule. You are detail-oriented, precise, and focused in everything you do. You tend to get straight to the point in conversation without the need for embellishments. You love an orderly environment with everything precisely in its place. When out of balance, Metal elements can show up as being perfectionist, obsessive, or too rigid in their mindsets. Sometimes without the ability to see a bigger picture they have tunnel vision.
Celebrities:
Beyoncé, Emma Roberts, Emma Watson, Fearne Cotton, Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Alba, Julianne Moore, Kate Middleton, Kim Kardashian, Olivia Munn, Sienna Miller
Mantra words:
Luxury, elegant, class, perfection, details, cultivated, organized, controlled, analytical.
Color:
White, ivory, light gray, pastels, and metallics — silver, gold, copper and bronze. Monochromatic dressing.
Shape/cut:
Elongated, hourglass, draped, circular, rounded, curved, perfectly fitted garments in a semi-fitted style.
Texture:
Opulent, delicate, lustrous, structured, smooth, clean lines.
Fabric:
Anything high-quality, luxurious, fine, polished fabrics with a slight sheen — cashmere, crepe, silk, jacquard, brocade, Crepe de Chine, dupione, metallics, etc., and shiny or glittery fabrics.
Pattern:
Little or no print (instead, use solids), or anything with a circle, rounded or scrolled designs (polka dot print, oval and arched designs, brocade, lace).
Style:
Refined or elegant. Minimal, feminine, professional, classy, elegant, expensive, designer, simple, clean, uncluttered. Nothing flashy or cheap. Such as a cashmere twinset, a silk suit, leather pants, a designer handbag, diamond earrings, a silk scarf, and a white tuxedo shirt. Upscale and metal accents. Accessorize with intention, for example a statement bracelet or designer watch. Meticulous styling with not a thread out of place.
Shoes:
Elegant and refined, polished, high-end leather, stylish and efficient.
Jewelry:
Gemstones that are in the gray and white color family like moonstone, white opal, obsidian, abalone, pearls, white chalcedony, hematite, selenite, snow quartz, and pyrite. Elegant and refined jewelry in abundance like a beautiful strand of pearls. Metals like gold or silver. Anything made with actual metal or crystals. Shapes that are round.
Hair:
Get inspiration from cut and texture sections above: Styles that create a round silhouette or curved line around the top of your head are ideal for you. Such as a cropped cut with a rounded silhouette, or longer hair with a crown braid or the sides twisted back and pinned.
Makeup:
Use colors from color and style sections above: Such as try pastels, metallics, and whites in your makeup and go for simple and refined makeup.
Brands:
Chanel, Gucci, Janelle Moon, J.Crew, Banana Republic, Donna Karan, Bloomingdale’s, White House Black Market
Careers:
Perfectionists often become organizers, analysts and editors, and they enjoy dining, directing and analyzing.
Your balancing element:
Fire — also use the Fire element in your wardrobe. Metal people are very focused, organized, and optimistic. They are drawn to clean, simple lines and are good at communicating their ideas to others because they have a very clear point of view. However, they may have a tendency to begin many projects without actually completing them, and they can come off as close-minded and cold. Fire elements bring warmth, energy, and life to a generally colder personality. Let Fire bring out this side of your personality, to be best balanced! It'll give you the spark you need to finish those projects and to connect with others, rather than just communicate with them.
