So by now, you should already know that it doesn’t cost a ton to look classy right? With the advent of slaying on a budget and all that stuff, not looking classy seems like a crime these days.
Looking classy most times has nothing to do with how expensive or trendy your clothes and accessories are. It’s rather more of how much they flatter your look and boost your image. It’s far more important to dress in a way that is tasteful and flattering.
In case you are wondering how to achieve the classy look with less, below are 4 simple tips on how to elevate your style and look classy without spending lots of money.
- Have a Unique Style
One good thing you can do to elevate your personal style is to know your body type and know what fits you.
One way to do this is to consciously note the colours and clothes you wear that gets you nice compliments and boost your body confidence. You don’t have to always go along with new fashion trends as they may be misleading and unsuitable for your persona. Always have it in mind to dress the way you want to be addressed.
As far as defining your personal style, you will find lots of helpful tips if you google the topic. Putting a label on your unique style will help you clarify and define your look, and ultimately make shopping and styling easier for you.
2. Purge your wardrobe constantly
I used to wonder why despite the fact that I have a wardrobe full of clothes, I practically always have a headache when choosing the right outfits and styling myself for events. I later realized it’s because I have a wardrobe full of junk clothes.
It’s far better to have a small, highly edited wardrobe of items you love and wear over and over, than a closet crammed full of everything you’ve purchased many years ago and doesn’t fit into your present life.
If you haven’t purged your wardrobe in a while, you should do so. It will help you get rid of items that are worn out, outdated, stained, ill-fitting, too large or too small. This way, you can clearly identify the clothing items you are lacking that would help boost your style.
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3. Prioritize Grooming Habits.
As I earlier stated, wearing expensive clothes doesn’t guarantee you a classy look. Body hygiene and good grooming go a long way in promoting your look. Habits like keeping your nails and hair clean and well-groomed, taking care of your skin and teeth, wearing the right makeup and fragrance are some grooming habits that do the magic of looking classy.
The good thing is, you don’t have to break a bank to groom yourself, just apply the principle of moderation and consistency and you’re good to go. For me, the first thing I notice when meeting someone for the first time, is that person’s skin and clothes
It’s also worth investing in your appearance and fixing body defects that are fixable and won’t cost you a fortune or result in complications.
4. Ensure Neatness of Wears
Along with body hygiene and grooming, always ensure your clothes are clean and neat. Learn the proper way to care for different types of fabrics, and if in doubt, wash according to the instructions on the tag. If an item gets torn or snagged, or loose, have it repaired.
Guard against fading of clothes by buying quality fabrics and not over-washing them. Get in the habit of hanging your clothes or folding them and putting them away when you take them off. Leaving them anywhere or in a heap on the floor will affect their shape and structure over time.
Whether you spent a lot or a little on an item of clothing, taking good care of it will extend the life of the garment and keep it looking its best. Remember you can look really nice and classy with less.
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