Do you think it’s time to revamp your style? Bring a touch of elegance and sophistication to your everyday attire. Perhaps you’ve landed an upcoming job and require an upgrade in your formal attire, or maybe you’ve relocated to a different city or a new look to reflect your unique self. Are you unsure how to make that change and dress elegantly? I’ll guide you through the basics of how to dress in an elegant, chic, and sophisticated look that you can wear for a long time (or for your entire life! ).
The classic style is timeless. A navy-blue shift dress and the camel-colored pumps you buy will be in manner ten years from now. A good pair of pearl earrings will be more valuable than ten pairs of fashionable statement earrings that will be a thing of the past year from when you purchase the pair. A sophisticated and elegant look means you can wear your clothes to lunch, work, a shopping trip in the city, or travel worldwide. You can also go sailing wearing a chic look!
The art of creating stylish clothes is ensuring you have the correct elements in place and that your style and self-confidence shine through. Start now if you’re ready to take on a modern look and answer the question about how to dress elegantly.
DEFINE AND KNOW YOUR STYLE
Your fashion style is something every person has. It’s just a matter of identifying, appreciating, and following it. It reflects your personality, mood, and overall personality and your passions, lifestyle, motivations, and even your past.
If you can identify your style, you’ll know you’ll look and feel comfortable whenever you leave home. Whether you are a fan of bohemian street style, high-fashion simple, or traditional, you can create a stylish appearance at any time the occasion calls for it.
Many women tell me they do not have a particular style or don’t know what their style is. When I encounter this, I advise them to look through their closet. If you want to discover your style, here’s an easy tip you can implement today. Take out your favorite pieces from your wardrobe. Lay out on your bedclothes you wear repeatedly and search for patterns. Do you prefer prints or solids, vibrant or neutral shades, pants or dresses, either flirty or traditional?
What class do you think your clothes will fit into? Are you seeing your clothes evolving toward more spirited, perhaps bohemian? Are you surrounded by white, black, and navy solids with clean designs and perfect fittings? This could be a minimalist style.
The majority of the time, minimalist and classic styles are always elegant. Essential color palettes and shapes typically influence classic and minimalist styles. They also have a variety of fabrics that allow you to make stylish outfits. Don’t assume that because you like bohemian or street fashion, dressing up in a classy way is out of the question.
WEAR ITEMS THAT ARE MADE OF CLASSIC FABRICS
Classic, timeless clothes constructed from materials that will last for a good decade is the type of clothes you should look for to add to your wardrobe. Think of wool, cotton linen, silk, and wool. These four essential fabrics can withstand for a long time, provided they are properly maintained. When cleaned and pressed, products constructed from these fabrics have an elegant look by themselves.
Some variations allow you to build your wardrobe. Denim is a prime kind of cotton that cuts across various styles lines from boho to street to minimalist. Like chino, it works great in pants, blazers, and motorcycle jackets (for the street style in your!). Cashmere’s also a wool type that is soft on the skin and won’t shrink as you age. Whether V-necks, cardigans, or crewneck pullovers, cashmere sweaters look great with jeans and fitted skirts and trousers.
A word of advice for these fabrics: Read the labels carefully and treat the material properly so that they last. While wrinkle-free cotton is more readily available, most cotton garments will require ironing. (Classy clothes aren’t wrinkled!) Wool silk, linen, and wool generally require dry cleaning or washing by hand. If you do it wrong, you could be forced to hand your child the wool sweater, a staple in your wardrobe but has shrunk to half due to the dryer.
IF IN DOUBT, WEAR SOLID NEUTRALS
Patterns that are striking and bold are great for an elegant and sophisticated appearance, but you may not like these designs if you’re starting your stylish journal. Neutrals are the best choice in this situation. Solids are readily available in shops (and most likely in your closet). They are easy to mix and match and can help you extend your wardrobe.
Everyday neutrals include white/beige/cream black, navy blue, and gray. Don’t be fooled into thinking you must dress in black (or other neutral colors). The monochromatic (different shades or shades of the same hue) permit you to change the color of your outfit while still looking elegant. Also, you can add tiny accessories that transform an uninteresting solid into something striking, such as a burgundy-skinny alligator belt, a paisley scarf, or a pair of red pumps. Do you want to learn more about the benefits of wearing monochromatic clothing? Be sure to read the article on monochrome and the best way to wear a Monochromatic Outfit.
FIT IS KEY
Elegant and elegant clothes are usually fitted and tailored (not excessively tight; however, you can showcase your body). Skirts, like your elegant dresses, should be about a half-inch above the knee. The classic pants are straight and slightly wide, lightly male wear-inspired or bootcut, and should be about 1/2 inch off the floor at the back. Thin pants or wide-leg pants made of classic fabrics are acceptable, too, as are ankle-length pants (shades that remind you of Audrey Hepburn!). Blouses, blazers, and sweaters should be shaped to follow the waistline curve.
Don’t hesitate to bring things to an expert local tailor or dressmaker for alterations to ensure they fit perfectly. You love that shift dress at Nordstrom, but is it too large in the bust? This is a $15 fix. Are the wooly pants in gray that you have in your closet just too long for the classic 3-inch pumps, or do you wish to pair your flats with them? Another option is to spend $10-15. Be aware that quality clothes will last for 10-plus years, and that’s an affordable cost to pay for changes. Better than having to change your cheap clothes every three years.
Every outfit doesn’t need to be a perfect fit and perfectly tailored. Mixing and matching loose pieces to create a more casual look is possible. A blue-striped tee can be paired with jeans and chinos, a jacket, or a flowing maxi skirt with a clean white button-down (roll your sleeves to give them more style! ).
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