Ever wondered how to create your own style? What are these basics that create a unique style and make us distinctive? The personal or unique style is something that is considered people automatically have. However, in reality, that is not always the case.
For some people, it takes years to learn about their bodies, the style of wardrobe they like, or simply to discover a brand that suits their needs. Here are tips to help you develop your style, be more vigilant about it, save money, and look cuter whatever the occasion.
1. Embrace Your Body Shape
One of the most important (if not the most important) things about getting dressed is understanding your body shape. You need to know which silhouette shows off the best. That is how you start creating your style – by getting to know your body. If you were wondering how to know what suits you, it is quite easy. Take pictures in front of a mirror and ask your friends and family what they think. You can also find a lot of guides and shape calculators that can help you determine your silhouette or the one that suits you the most.
2. Look to your own closet
Think about the clothes you have that make you happy. What are your favorite items in your closet? Pull these pieces out and think about why they make you feel good. Notice what they have in common.
3. Find fashion inspiration
When looking for fashion inspiration, start with family and friends whose style you admire. Spend time on social media, and observe how friends and celebrities dress, from casual outfits like crop tops and leggings to work-ready blazers and turtlenecks. Blogs are full of fashion tips and inspiration, so find a few fashion bloggers whose style interests you and search through their archives for your favorite outfits. If there is a celebrity or an influencer whose style you like, try to find out who that celeb's stylist is, and look to them for inspiration. Fashion magazines are another great source. Learn about different style types, and identify the ones with which you most align.
4. Create a fashion mood board
A mood board is a great way to work toward developing your personal style. Once you’ve gathered your fashion inspiration, compile the images into a mood board. Even if your inspiration feels all over the place, you might discover that a lot of your models are wearing denim jeans, a lot of them are wearing maxi dresses, a lot of them are wearing tops with ruffles—that's still an overarching vibe or mood that you're going for. Choose two or three images that exemplify the aesthetic of the group and keep those images on your phone so that you can look at them when you’re out shopping.
5. 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.
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.
7. Create a Uniform
Women often wonder how to dress less boringly. Well, even though creating a uniform isn’t helping a lot, it is also an excellent place to start. One of the biggest misconceptions is not buying something you already have. You can’t have enough T-shirts and basic sweaters. Just because you have your formula for dressing doesn’t necessarily mean you look dull. It would help if you kept it simple, so when you buy new items, know exactly what you want and what you can mix and match. Play with makeup and accessories, like a matching purse to spice up these ‘uniformed’ looks.
8. Invest in Pieces You Like to Wear
Don’t be afraid to invest in pieces you like to wear. For instance, if you have found jeans that suit you perfectly, don’t hesitate to invest in as many pairs as you wish. You will wear them for years so it will pay off.
