If there’s one thing that pretty much all women have in common, it’s that their clothing defines who they are. Whether you’re a girly girl, or prefer the slacks option, it’s important that your clothing not only lets people know who you are as a person, but also compliments your style. With a plethora of different ways to find the style you’re looking for, it can almost become mind boggling deciding where to buy the latest trends from. Looking and feeling good on a daily basis isn’t as difficult as you may think either, so check out these awesome clothing tips no woman should ever miss.
1. High prices don’t always mean you’ll be satisfied
One mistake that many women make is thinking that the higher price tag means that their clothing is going to be so much better. While it might be woven with the finest silk, it simply might not suit your style, or even the comfort that you’re after. You’ll find that more often than not, you can find stylish clothing for a fraction of the price and actually be comfortable wearing it too.
2. Use the ‘will you wear it often’ rule
Unless you’re buying for a very special occasion, you should always answer one simple question; will you wear your new clothes often? Not only does this help you save money in the long run, but it also helps you truly pick out something that matches your style, rather than buying an outfit just to impress. So what if you’re expected to wear a dress? If you’re happier in a pant suit and you’re likely to wear it often, go for that instead.
3. Style isn’t always about clothing
While clothing certainly does help you show off your style, you should also be thinking about these aspects too:
- Your hair is naturally there anyway, so why not mix it up and find a new look to compliment your style?
- The way you smell can completely change the way people perceive you. Take a look at Subscriboxer for plenty of tips on the perfect accompanying scents!
- Make up is also something to look into if you wear it often. We’re in no way saying you need it, but it really can compliment an outfit when it’s done right! Perhaps you could try a few new looks in front of the mirror in your spare time?
4. Mix and match outfits to save money
Another mistake that many women make is buying completely different outfits. Why not choose items of clothing that you can mix and match into different outfits? Not only will you have loads of choice each day, but you’ll save a pretty penny or two in the long run!
5. Shop around!
We all have a favourite clothing brand or store to shop in, but sometimes it simply doesn’t make sense to stick to one store only. Why not try a spot of online shopping to see if you can pick up something that’s slightly different to mix up your wardrobe? Shopping around will also help you save money, meaning that you may even be able to buy a little bit more!
6. Dress for your body shape
Everyone is different, and whether you’re naturally athletic, or you’re sporting some awesome curves, it’s important to look for clothing that’s going to compliment your body shape. Certain clothes are made for a certain type of body shape. For example: padded shoulders are often complimenting to athletic figures as they help add more shape and curves, whereas pencil skirts will help compliment a woman with beautiful curvy hips. Perhaps it’s time to rewatch a few episodes of Gok Wan to see if you can get some inspiration!
7. Look after yourself!
Your clothing will always look a thousand times better if you’re looking after your health in general. Beauty isn’t always what you’re putting on your body, so make sure you’re eating healthily, drinking plenty of water, and exercising so that you can pull off your clothes with style!
8. Accessories completely change an outfit
We’ve mentioned a few times that your style isn’t always about your clothing. The same rule applies here! Treat yourself to a handful of accessories so that you can mix and match these too. Trust us, it can completely change an outfit!
9. Follow manufacturer instructions for longer lasting clothes
An age old question: “does it REALLY matter if I mix whites with colours?”. To put it simply, yes. The labels on your clothing will have the recommended washing and drying instructions on them. Follow the guidelines to keep your clothes in tip top condition for longer!
10. Don’t let your clothes wear you
Finally, it’s always important to feel good in your clothes. There are too many women who have bought incredible outfits, but don’t feel confident when they are wearing them. One of the best ways of pulling off an outfit is to keep your head high, walk without your shoulders slouched and most importantly, smile! You’re beautiful and you’d better believe it!