“Repeat after me: a great sense of style and a tight budget are not mutually exclusive,” says personal stylist Noah Diaz. She was convinced of this from her own experience: many clients came to her to repair their “clumsy” wardrobe, and they were mainly afraid that they would have to part with a round sum for it. But no – just know a couple of “whales” holding pictures of ladies and you will feel real fashion magic.
Noah identified 8 rules that will completely change your look. Spoiler: their compliance is quite simple – you just need to pay attention to your clothes, which will fully justify this investment.
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It is not necessary to sew all the clothes individually. But here is how the pants fit, you have to follow exactly. Make sure the pants don’t sweep the road and that the pants themselves sit well on the hips. Sometimes just one visit to the atelier is not enough to save a suit or a good pair of jeans.
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It happens that you are in a hurry to get ready for work and suddenly you notice creases on your shirt – did it happen? Nothing spoils the image like carelessness, so the stylist strongly recommends getting a steamer. Literally 2-3 minutes of work – and the view is already different.
A lot of quality things deteriorate due to improper storage: sweaters have stretched shoulders, trousers are wrinkled. If you want to extend the life of your wardrobe and keep it fresh, it’s worth updating your hangers – it’s not that expensive.
Rule 4: main monochromatic
There are two basic monochrome tricks: you can put together an outfit in one color but in different textures (for example, cotton and leather / linen and crochet) or put together an outfit from close shades. Both options look expensive and status!
A jacket and oversized jacket can (and should) be worn not only with suits and shirts. With tops, T-shirts, hoodies, dresses, sweatshirts – jackets add status to the image and also look much fresher and non-trivial.
Rule 6: bags without a logo
Accessories without a clear indication of the brand are considered good form. Yes, logomania is trendy, but trends, as you know, are fleeting. But a good leather bag or bag in a natural palette and without huge monograms is always a good idea.
Rule 7: Evaluate the power of the button
Seriously, simple details like that can make your look expensive. It’s no wonder that Kate Middleton loves a coat with two rows of buttons like on a military uniform – it’s strict and organized. So look for blazer dresses and jumpsuits with two rows of buttons – it’s an interesting trick.
Rule 8: Invest in clothes – a statement
But what you really don’t mind spending money on is clothes and expressive shoes, so-called statement pieces. You will also collect the base in the middle segment, but it needs individualized, original accents that will shape your style. Let’s say it’s a jacket or a suit with a big stripe or a trapezoidal bag in a juicy shade of indigo.
Or maybe find an accessory at a local brand and customize it? Surely no one will have this! According to the stylist, these details complete the image of an “expensive” woman whose style, like her handwriting, is unique.