Many women, at some point in their lives, find themselves in a fashion rut. We ignore current fashion trends, dread going out because we have nothing to wear, or simply regard fashion as something only celebrities follow. Many believe that style and fashion comes with money and fame.
But this is not true, and people should not confuse style with fashion. In other words, you don’t have to be wearing the latest fashion trends to be stylish.
There are many designers out there that offer stylish and fashionable clothing that doesn’t break the bank. Designers like Bernshaw at Gray and Osbourn have made it their mission to cater for women of all shapes and sizes, and budgets.
When it comes to style, two golden rules apply:
1. Being stylish has nothing to do with your size. It is about making the most of your unique shape and emphasising your good features.
2. Being stylish does not have to cost a fortune. Looking good doesn’t have to break the bank. Remember style is not something that is bought; it is something that you have.
Many women blame their age, size or bad financial situation for their sinking sense of style. Others feel that because they are married and looking after kids and a household, they have no reason to dress up and feel good. The general feeling is this – just because you are married, keeping house or looking after your kids does not mean your should feel any less attractive and desirable than you did when you were young, free, single or working.
At good fashion style has more to do with attitude and confidence than with the type of clothing you are wearing. If you feel confident in your own skin, it will start to reflect in your personal style. Dress to suit your mood and personality, and soon that slouchy stroll will turn into a swagger.
Here are 10 simple fashion tips that every woman should follow:
- Firstly, put the word ‘fashion’ out of your mind and concentrate on ‘style’.
- Even if you are a stay at home mom, try not to fall into the rut of dressing down or not getting dressed at all. Every woman deserves to look and feel good, even if your days are spent keeping house and doing mundane chores.
- Clear out your closet. Get rid of clothes that will never fit you, that are outdated, or does not suit your body shape or style.
- Add classic pieces to your closet – these are pieces that will never go out of fashion. Well fitted blue jeans and black formal pants, crisp white and coloured shirts, boots, pumps and heels, a little black dress, and a classic trench coat are all classics that suit all or most occasions and can be accessorised.
- Spoil yourself by purchasing at least one pricey and quality piece of clothing, whether it is a jacket, shoes or handbag.
- Make sure your wardrobe has items for all seasons. Have separate summer and winter clothes, or buy classics that can be alternated by simply adding a cardigan, shoes or accessories.
- A great bag or shoes can really transform an item. Do not underestimate the power of accessories.
- Learn about your body shape and buy clothing that complements it.
- Learn how to downplay your so-called flaws by highlighting your good features.
- Be a smart shopper. Ask your friends and family members what looks good on you and what stores caters to your body shape.
The key is great style is to be comfortable in your own personal style and to have the confidence to show it off.
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This article was written for Gray and Osbourn and offers style tips to women. Visit Bernshaw at Gray and Osbourn for great women’s fashion wear.