5 Quick and Easy Techniques to Improve Your Eye for Style
If you've been someone who hasn't taken fashion risks—maybe you always wore uniforms at school and work or lived in hoodies—trying to start to make intentional choices is daunting. How do you know what works together? What doesn't? Is this look totally out of style? There are so many things you have to think about.
Beginners, don't fret. We've gathered fix tips you should know to become a fashion expert.
Use the Sandwich Method
The "sandwich method" is the foolproof technique to create a cohesive outfit. It's simple: match a top and bottom with a different color in the middle. For example, this could be a blue top, white jeans and blue shoes. Or, it could include a pink hat, gray top and pink pants. You will always look like you match, so you can't go wrong with it.
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Find Foolproof Basics
Do you feel like you run out of options? Perhaps, your individual pieces aren't versatile enough. To fix this, we suggest investing in a few great basic options: white tees, classic blue denim, black tanks and more. When you have this strong foundation, it is much easier to experiment with layers and colors.
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Check Out Retro Fashion Trends
These days, everything is a fashion revival. Right now, we see plenty of trends from the early '00s and '90s. A couple of years ago, it was all about the '70s. And before that, we had lots of '80s-inspired pieces. Unsurprisingly, many of these trends are considered timeless. Check back in history to see what's popular because there is a strong chance it still holds its weight today.
Imitate What You See
People often encourage you to come up with your unique style. However, it's not that simple for a beginner. For the first weeks or months of your fashion journey, you have to learn the ropes. It's totally okay to copy what you see from others. After all, that's how you learn—by observing.
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Don't Be Afraid to Take a Creative Risk
After you become more comfortable with the dos and don'ts of fashion, you can start to play with silhouettes and color combinations. That said, there will always be someone who isn't a fan of your clothes, whether its too basic, too bold or something in between. The most important rules about style are to have fun and be yourself!
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