Jodie Woods’s Style Has Always Been Ahead of Its Time—Now People Are Catching Up

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Scroll through Jodie Woods’s Instagram comments, and it’s clear everyone is in unanimous agreement: Jodie is that girl.

Mixed in with the fire emojis and “never misses” declarations are comments like, “Outfit tea” and “Dat gurrl, no questions asked.” When one fan asked the real question—“Where she be going?”—another replied, “I think the same because she been dressing since 14.”

At just 18, the style star, digital It girl, model, and younger sister of Jordyn Woods has spent years cultivating her distinct aesthetic with the confidence and precision of a seasoned pro. She seems to always know the vibe, her proportions, and the power of a well-placed accessory, and her wardrobe is a master class in street-meets-luxury fusion. Think deconstructed Sami Miro, Diesel prints, Area fur-trimmed embroidered denim, Y/Project illusion tops, and Chet Lo’s futuristic textures all mixed with the kind of effortless cool that can’t be taught. And her collection of Fendi and Prada staples? Chef’s kiss.

But if you think this all came from a stylist or some fashion playbook, think again. “People always assume, but it’s really just me,” she tells Glamour. “I pull pieces, mix things up, and make it my own. Most of what you see on Instagram? That’s just me. Jo. Myself.”

For Woods, fashion isn’t just what she wears—it’s who she is. “Ever since I came out the womb, I swear,” she says, with a laugh of her lifelong commitment to style. “I dunno where it came from, but it’s just always been me.”

But it was her first Fashion Week, in September 2021, that changed everything. “I was getting recognized for my fashion so much,” she says of the experience. "I was like, wow, people really love the way I dress. I need to keep this going. That’s when I knew—this is my lane. I want my foot in fashion somehow, whether it’s my own company or being a creative director.”

We’re confident she’ll get there. Along with style stars like Shena Walker, Skylar Marshai, and Sierra Rena, Jodie Woods is part of the new wave of fashion girls rewriting the rules. Woods’s style in particular is effortless but intentional. Playful but precise. It fits with a new generation that’s all about comfort and cool. “We’ve always been fly chill, for sure,” she says. “This generation is on their baggy clothes, and it’s coming back.”

In short, Jodie Woods isn’t just dressing for the moment. She’s defining it.

Glamour: First things first—if your style were a person, what would her vibe be? Is she the friend who’s always put together, the effortless one, or the one who makes a statement without even trying?

Jodie Woods: She’s effortlessly fly, unique, and unapologetically her. I’m the kind of girl who experiments—one day I’m super girly; the next I’m in full tomboy mode. It all depends on my mood, the weather, and honestly, just being a girl. If I’m feeling myself that day, I’ll throw on some low-rise jeans and a cute little top. If I’m not, it’s baggy pants, a baggy tee—full cozy mode. But no matter what, I always find a way to make it fly.

Let’s talk influence. Who are the fashion icons that shaped your style DNA?

I know it’s a little cliché, but Rihanna is everything to me. She’s unpredictable—one day she’s in a fully sheer dress, the next she’s in a New York cap, baggy pants, a T-shirt, and heels. And no matter what, she kills it. Her street style is next level. She can be sexy, she can be chill, and she never misses.

I’m also really into that ’90s vibe—it’s just classic. Timeless. Classy never goes out of style. Naomi Campbell? Iconic. And Aaliyah? For sure one of my biggest style influences. Her whole vibe is just so me.

Have you ever had a style era you look back on and think, Yeah, that was not it?

Oh, for sure—I had an era where I was wearing huge hoodies with fanny packs strapped over them, and I have no idea why I thought that was okay. I look back at some of those outfits like, Damn, who let me walk out like that? But that’s just how style works—it evolves. You have to go through those phases to figure out what really feels like you.

Fashion is a love language—it tells people who we are without saying a word. What do you think your style is saying about you right now?

Lately people keep telling me I’m in my classy era, and honestly, I’d agree. But at the same time, I’m starting to tap back into my fun, streetwear vibe. I have some really cool looks coming that I know the girls are going to love, especially for Fashion Week. But yeah, this is definitely my classy year. I’m experimenting more, playing with textures, and really getting into fur. It’s all about trying new things and seeing what sticks.

What’s a brand or designer that just gets you—like, every time you see their pieces, it feels as if they read your mind and made it just for you?

I almost want to check my closet right now! But lately I’ve been loving Danielle Guizio, especially in my classy era. Y/Project and Acne Studios are also favorites, especially Acne’s jeans. There’s just something about them. They fit so perfectly every time, but they’re definitely an investment.

The one brand that always gets me, though, is Rick Owens. It’s been a staple for years. I’m constantly in the shoes, the pants, the jackets—all of it. Rick just gets it. There’s that quiet-luxury factor. You can make a statement, or you can keep it low-key. And if you know, you know.

People see the looks, the aesthetic, the vibe—but what’s something about your relationship with fashion that people don’t see or know about?

I think people don’t realize just how personal fashion is for me. I fell in love with it because of the people around me. My dad was always put-together—every time I saw him, he had on a fresh pair of sneakers. And then my mom and sister? They influenced me so much. We were always talking about fashion, putting outfits together, seeing what we could do differently.

Fashion is more than just clothes for me—it’s how I connect with the people I love. It’s also how I express myself. Especially during tough times, it’s been an outlet—something to focus on, something that lets me show up as me. At the end of the day, I don’t get dressed for other people. I do it for me.

What’s the best style advice you’d give to someone trying to figure out their look and step into their own fashion power?

Honestly? Experiment. Try everything. Figure out what actually looks good on your body. I look back at some of the things I used to wear and think, Damn, that was not flattering at all. But that’s part of the process. You have to test things out, have fun with it, and not put so much pressure on yourself.

I feel like people get so caught up in trends and trying to fit into what everyone else is wearing, but the key is to just be you. Like, I have a short torso, so I had to learn that certain high-waist fits with a tight bodysuit don’t always work for me. It’s all about trial and error—figuring out what works, what doesn’t, and not putting yourself in a box when it comes to fashion.

You’re just 18, but you’ve already been in the fashion conversation for a minute. Do you feel the industry is finally catching up to you—to girls like you, young, Black, stylish, influential? Or is there still work to be done?

They’re definitely catching up. We’ve been the blueprint, but there’s still a lot of work to do—and a lot of flowers that still need to be given to our community. It’s crazy because I’ll see things I wore years ago—pieces I pulled for Fashion Week—that ended up becoming full-blown trends. I’m not the type to call it out and say, “Oh yeah, that’s because of me,” but I see the impact.

Even my stylist pointed it out. I wore this one wet-look top to Fashion Week, and I was the first to wear it. After that so many people wore it—people even bigger than me. Then next thing you know, Shein remade it. It was wild to watch.

Honestly, I feel like my style has always been ahead of its time. And now I’m seeing people catch up. So at this point I’m just thinking, What’s next?

If you could write the future, what’s the dream? Is it your own line? Front row at every show? Dressing your favorite artist?

Honestly, I want to have my foot in everything. Front row at every show? Yes. My own fashion company? Absolutely. Right now I’m in front of the camera, but I know I have the vision to be behind it too. I’d be an incredible creative director—I see things differently, and I really want people to experience that side of me. I’d love to step into a big fashion house, direct a major campaign, or even have my own space in a magazine—Jodie’s Corner, or something. A place where I can inspire people and shape the culture.

And of course, I know people would love the clothes I design. I have so many ideas, I’m just waiting for the right moment to bring them to life. But trust me—it’s coming.

Originally Appeared on Glamour