ARE YOU A FASHIONISTA? GET IN HERE 1. Make sure your clothes fit perfectly: One trick to making any item of clothing look amazing i...
1. Make sure your clothes fit perfectly: One trick to making any item of clothing look amazing is to hire a
good tailor. Tailored clothing not only looks polished, but it also feels more
comfortable. Pants that drag on the ground and dresses that bunch up awkwardly
won't make you feel stylish. If your capsule wardrobe fits you well, you can
start to play with over- and under-sized items in a way that feels fashionable,
not sloppy.
2. Learn how to balance proportions: Balancing
proportions is about styling your outfits to create an overall aesthetic
harmony. The way you achieve this is by wearing clothes that are fitted to your body shape.
When you want to play with oversized clothes or unusual shapes, make it a
fashion moment by keeping the rest of the look fitted. For example, try pairing
a tight crop top with wide-leg jeans, or a puff-shoulder top with straight-leg
pants.
3. Find your personal style: Developing
a signature style can take years, but you can get started by creating a mood board. Remember that personal
style is an experiment; you never know what amazing looks await you until
you're in the dressing room. The categories "menswear" and
"womenswear" shouldn't dictate how you shop. Take time to play with
colors and shapes to find what looks great on your unique body.
4. Become a better shopper: Learning how to shop for exactly what you want will
help you avoid filling your closet full of items you never wear. When your
wardrobe consists of pieces that you love, styling an outfit will become second
nature.
5. Add a belt: Adding a
belt to your look is one of the easiest ways to make any outfit look more
put-together. It's also a great trick for bringing balance to a look that
otherwise might not work—like a long cashmere sweater and billowy midi skirt.
6. Play with color: If you're nervous about adding color to your look, start with just one colorful piece, and keep the rest of your look neutral. As you get more comfortable with colors, you'll learn which color combinations work best for your style. You can take a look at a colour wheel for inspiration.
7. Mix patterns and textures: The days
of matching your handbag to your shoes are over. Clashing textures and prints
make a bold fashion statement. Start small with neutral patterns like stripes
and low-key textures like leather and knits, adding in the sequins and paisleys
in small amounts (like a scarf, tie, or clutch) until you learn what works for
you.
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