5 Life-Changing Fashion Tips for Women
Posted by No Nonsense on Dec 2nd 2021
If you’ve spent the last year or so mostly at home in your PJ’s, chances are, your approach to fashion has changed drastically in ways you might not even realize at first. With so many restrictions placed on where we can go and what we can do because of the COVID-19 pandemic, most of us have faced much less pressure than before to worry about how we look. Some of us might be realizing just how much clothes we have—and how many pieces are now languishing in our closets that we’ve never even worn more than once.
One thing’s for certain: living in such a radically altered world has a way of making you reflect. When it comes to evaluating your wardrobe, you now can sit down and think about which of your clothes you really love, which ones you need, and which ones might be due for retirement. You might even decide you’d like to update your image as we all ease back gradually into normal life. Wherever you are in your personal style journey, we at No nonsense hope the tips below will help guide any changes you’d like to make, whether big or small.
Wear Good Underwear
This might seem counterintuitive, considering no one will see what you wear underneath, but trust us—the quality of your underwear can really make or break an outfit. Think of how easily the look of the cutest dress imaginable can be ruined by an ill-fitting bra or visible panty lines. By contrast, quality, well-fitted underwear will give your body a cleaner, smoother silhouette that will help your clothes fit you better. Slipping into some shapewear can also help contain any bumps or rolls around your stomach, hips, and thighs that are likely to show through especially fitted outfits.
Invest in Quality Basics
If you’re looking to update your wardrobe, it’s a good idea to start with the basics. Rather than filling up your closet with trend-bound fast fashion pieces, look for simple, adaptable items that you can easily mix and match. Think solid-colored T-shirts and tank tops, dark-wash jeans, or leggings. These pieces might seem plain, especially if you get them in basic or neutral solid colors, but they’ll actually form a solid foundation for any wardrobe. Good basics, after all, can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion, and they can be worn all sorts of different ways.
Buy Dressy Pieces You Can (and Will) Re-Wear
Special occasions necessitate special outfits—and for many of us, “special” is often more or less synonymous with “new.” We’ve all splurged at least once on a fancy ensemble for this wedding or that company event, only to find that we rarely (if ever) wear it out again afterwards. If you’re not careful, buying a new outfit for every special event can lead you to a lot of unnecessary spending—and clutter up your wardrobe unduly in the process. Shop smarter by instead looking for dressy pieces that you can restyle on different occasions. Prioritize clean, classic lines and silhouettes over trying to keep up with the latest trends, as simpler items are generally better at standing the test of time. If you’re resourceful about layers, shoes, and accessories, just one good dress can easily form the base for ten distinct looks.
Wear Clothes That Fit Well
There are many reasons you might buy or keep clothes in sizes that don’t fit. Maybe you’ve bought certain pieces a store didn’t have in your size because they were on sale. Perhaps you made it a habit to hang on to old favorites that you’ve since outgrown as an incentive to lose weight. Holding on to items that you can’t physically wear, however, will bloat your wardrobe unnecessarily. And, let’s be honest, it’s a practice that can also make you feel bad about how your body has changed over time. Instead, try to make a practice of buying, keeping, and regularly wearing clothes that fit you perfectly. Don’t hesitate to get certain items tailored if they’re too loose or too long. When shopping, prioritize items that sit well on your body and feel comfortable to wear; we promise you’ll look just as good as you feel if you do.
Find Your “Uniform”
True style has less to do with how much clothing you have and more to do with how well you can make the most of what suits you. When it comes to styling yourself on the regular, it helps to have a “uniform”—a go-to look that comprises combinations of items you already know you look good in. You might be a dress-and-tights girl, say, or a silk-blouse-and-slacks girl, or a sweater-and-skinny-jeans girl, or a combination of these. Once you’ve identified the components of your preferred uniform, you can streamline your wardrobe around these items. Bearing this formula in mind when you shop will also help you choose new pieces more efficiently and less wastefully.
As we move closer to a post-pandemic world, we can expect that our collective approach to fashion will continue to evolve. On a more personal level, it’s always a good idea to reflect on what you like to wear and why—and how your style can change as your life changes. Embrace these changes openly and honestly as they come, and we guarantee you’ll always look your best.