Do you dream of reaching your fashion goals but feel like you are stagnating? It can be hard to know how to improve your outfits, engage with trends and spend your money tactfully. Here are 10 top tips to help you get out of the rut and take your style to the next level:
- TRENDS VS TIMELESS
Emma Chamberlain incorporating the capri trend with a classic black and white look.
Social media swears by the capsule wardrobe- and for good reason; it is the perfect way to build a wardrobe that is timeless, versatile and cost-effective. But fashion isn’t about playing it safe. Playing with trends adds that je ne sais quois needed to level up your outfits from basic to standout. Incorporating just a few trending pieces each season guarantees that your looks stay current and exciting.
2. HAVE A VISION
Starting your day with a style vision can be a game-changer. This could take the form of silhouettes, colour schemes or even trending aesthetics- whatever suits your mood that day. Today it might be something whimsical and billowing, ready for a summer picnic. Tomorrow, it could be a sleek, monochromatic look for a busy day in the office. While it can be fun to randomly throw together an outfit, having a direction helps you wear something that reflects how you feel and boosts your confidence.
3. NAKED WITHOUT ACCESSORIES
Wisdom Kaye perfectly demonstrates how accessories can make a statement.
Never underestimate the power of accessories- the golden ticket to instantly elevate an outfit. A few reliable shoes, bags or pieces of jewellery adds that extra character and personality to complete your look. But accessorizing goes beyond just shoes and bags; think hairstyles, hair colours, nail art or even tattoos. It’s how you decorate yourself. It is all a part of the statement that you make to the world.
4. GREAT FIT MEANS GREAT OUTFIT
Alterations aren’t just for celebrities and models – they can work for anyone. A well-fitted outfit instantly gives a sense of someone polished and established and affordable alterations are easier to find than you might think. If this isn’t in your budget the important thing is to avoid buying things that don’t fit properly, no matter how tempting. Make the fit intentional- if it’s meant to be oversized make sure it is!
5. GET INSPIRED
Thanks to the internet, it’s easy to stay up to date with trends and changes in the fashion world. Follow your favourite celebrities, save looks on Pinterest and Instagram and over time you will begin to see trends in your own tastes. When it comes to shopping, having visual references makes it easier and cheaper to make good fashion decisions that help you to achieve your goals. Of course, the occasional frivolous purchase is part of the fun, but having a plan helps steer you in the right direction.
6. BE BRAVE
Alexa Chung wearing an Elvis Presley dress by Ashley Williams.
Don’t be afraid to experiment with unconventional ideas. Clashing colours. Jeans with dresses. A full sheer look. The most stylish people are those who push the boundaries. Give people something to talk about.
7. DITCH THE ONE “AESTHETIC” RHETORIC
Viral aesthetics are all over the internet; the clean girl aesthetic, the office siren and cottagecore, just to name a few. Whilst adopting an aesthetic for a specific occasion might be useful, avoid forcing yourself into one aesthetic indefinitely. Fashion is ever-evolving and so are you. It is okay to wear something girly one day and sporty the next. The purest way to show your own personal style is by wearing what you like- so don’t box yourself in before you have had a chance to explore.
8. STAR OF THE SHOW
Leonie Hanne wearing standout Ralph Lauren trousers with an elegant high neck.
One great way to appear more stylish is to make one item of your outfit “the star of the show”. This focal point might be a striking winter jacket, a colourful pair of shoes or a maximalist piece of jewellery, paired with staple pieces from a capsule wardrobe- an easy way to make even the simplest of outfits look more stylish.
9. RESTYLE
The most fashionable people are able to restyle the same piece over and over so that it is unrecognisable. Whether it’s layering a garment, mixing and matching two-piece sets or wearing a skirt as a top, adopting this skill is the ultimate symbol of style.
10. “Confidence. If you have it, you can make anything look good”.
As Diane Von Furstenberg said, confidence is the key to making an outfit look more stylish. It may sound cliché, but confidence is a powerful tool that gives people the impression of intentionality and curation. An outfit worn with confidence invites admiration, not questions. Make people believe your look.
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