This new year, we’ve culled these 10 style secrets for you and trust us: With these gems, you’ll be well on your way to living your most stylish life.
-The secret to well-fitting everyday clothes is Lycra. The formulas to look for: 95% cotton/5% Lycra spandex for T-shirts, and at least 2% Lycra for jeans to hold their shape.
-If you know that you might go shopping this weekend, do a little research and look up stuff online. See how people are styling it, how much you can invest in one piece. This will prevent you from overspending.
-Don’t be afraid to make the most of the knowledge of what suits you. All of the most stylish people in the world have their own uniform – they keep it simple, they know what they look good in and they stick to this formula when they’re choosing new pieces.
-Always organize your clothes going light to dark from left to right in your closet. Your eye will follow the color and thus help you stay organized.
-Woolen, silk, satin, linen, blanket, etc. – you need it all. Some work wonders in winters, while some are for summer and the others are perfect for fall fashion.
-If you are wearing leggings – wear long tops, this is almost always non-negotiable.
-Never put a garment on immediately after ironing, as this can actually cause new wrinkles to form. Instead, let it sit for five minutes to set the press.
-Playing with patterns and prints is an art in itself. Some have a natural knack for working with prints, some of us need to learn them. There’s nothing Google cannot help you with, so prepare yourself and act like a pro.
-Don’t buy something for just one occasion. Instead, try to have a few dressier pieces in your wardrobe that are more versatile. If you go for something simple and more classic, rather than trend-led, you’ll be able to wear it again and again. Accessorised cleverly, it will never feel like the same look.
-Adding a belt to your look is one of the easiest ways to make any outfit look more put-together. It’s also a great trick for bringing balance to a look that otherwise might not work—like a long cashmere sweater and billowy midi skirt.