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Splurge on select key pieces that may stand beyond one season like a fantastic jacket or handbag, which will elevate your basic pieces you already have. Know which items don’t need spending big dollars on (i.e. $100 whitened T-shirts) and don’t buy too many on-trend items which will probably cycle out by following season.
While buying clothes concentrate on fit. Even if it cost you an arm and a leg, even if it doesn’t match well, it’s going to appear cheap. Take any items which don’t fit like a glove to a tailor who will make adjustments and make your clothes go from Zara to Prada (we can only hope!) With just a few minor adjustments.
After fit, your following criteria when picking clothes ought to be fabric. Search for great high quality textured cloths which can go the distance and that seem pricey like brocade, jacquard, leather and suede, which can be thicker, luxe-looking and more likely to last. NB: We suggest not purchasing anything absolute as this look in cheaper substance is not flattering on anyone.
Steer clear of lace since with less expensive items it is generally not ‘real’ high-quality handmade lace however a flimsy, machine made version which never measures up in our eyes. If you have to, splurge on an excellent lace bit, as you are sure to get a great deal of wear from it for a long time to come.
Another thing to avoid with cheaper things is any sort of embellishment, which looks cheap when not applied by hand and will also most probably fall apart after the first wash, and nothing appears cheaper than a bit of clothing with lost jewels. Focus on simple bits and glam up them with announcement jewelry instead.
DIY with simple handy tricks like swapping buttons onto a garment or altering the strap on a bag which can dramatically change the whole look of an item and make it more personal. Always ditch the belt onto a cheap apparel and replace it with your own (don’t argue with us on this one).
Take your outfit to the next level with stand accessories out. Elevate your principles with key on trend announcement accessories which don’t require spending an arm and a leg and can easily be replaced every season such as a chunky necklace, big hat, sunglasses or glowing clutch.
Keep prints to a minimum as they are very likely to cycle in and out, but if you need to, select for simple prints like stripes, polka dots and plaid which are usually mainstays every single season.
In terms of colour, adhere to a neutral palette of black, white, gray, beige and navy, which never really go out of style. Vibrant on-trend colours will be not so on-trend next season, so should you wish to add some colour to your wardrobe, be prepared that you may only get 1 season from it.
Treat your cheap items like you would your more expensive items, and by that I mean take good care of them! Wash items with follow and care wash instructions. Buy a steamer (wrinkled clothing never seem chic) or better still head to the dry cleaners which will make more economical pieces appear much nicer and it will also make them last that little bit more.
Look after yourself as well! Make sure your own grooming standards are top notch because then everything you wear will appear great. A fantastic blow dry or manicure can make any outfit look more put together. Your goal must be to seem expensive from head to toe.
If in doubt, put on a blazer, which can make even your pajamas seem polished.
In the conclusion of the day, dressing ‘pricey’ doesn’t automatically necessitate buying expensive items, just consider Kate Middleton. When it’s good enough for a Princess then it is good enough for us. Remember it is not what you wear but how you wear it that things.
