Graphic by Kate McKenna
Hands-On Self-Expression

Take our quiz; find your type, and get fashion tips!

By Cinse Bonino

Self-expression relies strongly on the use of our hands. Many people use their hands to gesture when they're speaking; this helps them to emphasize a point and to complete their thought process. For the hearing-impaired hands are the key to communicating with others. The ways in which hands are decorated and used can tell a lot about someone's personality. You can speak to the world with nail polish, henna, stamps, markers, rings, and other adornments to express who you are!

What do your hands say about you? Take the quiz below to discover your personal hands-on style...

1. When you're hanging out with your friends, you prefer to:

a. Go to the beach, or the woods, or do some other sort of outside activity.
b. Gossip, try out new fashion and hair styles, or experiment with make-up.
c. See the latest movie, read all the fashion magazines, or model the newest styles.
d. Go to a concert, attend a protest rally, or work for a charitable organization.
e. Play games, work out, or go to a sporting event.

2. On an average day at school, what are you most likely to wear?

a. khakis and a hand-knit sweater with hiking boots
b. a cute skirt with matching top, shoes, bag, hair accessories, and jewelry
c. the newest thing possible; anything that isn't SO last season
d. an Amnesty International T-shirt with jeans and sandals
e. warm-ups and tennis shoes for the girl on the go

3. From the list, which celebrity would you most like to be:

a. Katie Holmes
b. Britney Spears
c. Reese Witherspoon
d. Drew Barrymore
e. Cheryl Swoops

4. From the list, which celebrity would you most like to date?

a. Joaquin Phoenix
b. Justin Timberlake
c. Ryan Phillippe
d. Dave Matthews
e. Kobe Bryant

5. Which movie best describes your personality?

a. Here On Earth
b. Drop Dead Gorgeous
c. Clueless
d. Dazed and Confused
e. Love and Basketball

Whatever your style, remember that self-expression is all about you. Whether you want to try the latest trends or stick to classically chic styles, remember to be true to yourself and to do what you like to do. The rest will take care of itself.