Ready to fix your closet? Dressing well will make many people feel more confident and energetic. No matter how much money you have right now, you can always do something to improve your appearance. But keep in mind, this guide is aimed specifically at women. For tips on the same topic but for men can be found in our other guides.
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Part 1 of 3: Finding Out What's Good
Step 1. Focus on clothes that fit your body
No matter how good the clothes are, if they don't fit your body, they won't look good when you wear them. Clothes that are too small will look cheap and make you look fat, while things that are too big will make you messy and messy.
- Dresses are usually more difficult to fit perfectly because many women have different upper and lower body sizes. Generally, you will know a dress fits well if the neck or collar is flat or against the skin either sitting or sitting. standing, the seams are even and straight, the fabric doesn't tug or clump at the chest and hips, and the clothes fit but aren't too tight.
- If you've recently lost weight, it's important to get rid of or retouch clothes that no longer fit. Re-evaluate the contents of your closet and see which ones still fit and which ones need to be removed or remade.
Step 2. Know what makes your body look good
Each individual is different and has a variety of body shapes. The body shape of most women usually falls into the category of an apple, pear, banana, or hourglass shape.
- Women with a body shaped like an apple usually have weight centered in the middle. Women like this are usually more suitable to use dresses and clothes that expand at the bottom because they will highlight the chest and legs and disguise the waist.
- Women with pear-shaped bodies have small but large upper bodies at the hips and thighs. They usually look great with dresses that expand below, layered tops, and simple, dark bottoms.
- Women with banana-shaped bodies are usually slender from top to bottom. Women like this are usually suitable for wearing anything. But they can maximize body shape to the fullest by wearing clothes that can shape the curves of the body. Pants that are wide at the bottom, belts, or jackets that taper can help achieve that.
- Women with hourglass bodies usually have fuller hips and breasts. They will look great in specially sewn clothes and dresses that fit the body.
Step 3. Decide what color suits you best
Look at the veins on your wrist. Does it look greener or bluer?
- If the veins look green, you have a skin tone based on yellow. This means you're better off wearing warmer colors like muted whites, reds, yellows, oranges, and browns, as well as yellowish greens and blues. Also avoid pastel colors.
- If the veins look blue, then your skin tone is pink. That means you're better suited to cooler colors like whites, pastels, and jewelry colors.
- When in doubt, use a neutral color. Black, gray, and brown are sure to suit anyone. Also add a little light color at some points such as using a bright blue necklace or red belt to make your outfit look interesting.
Step 4. Review areas of the body that are uncomfortable to show
For example, you're not comfortable showing your legs, or you're not confident about your stomach. Always keep that in mind whenever you are looking for clothes. Avoid skirts or shorts if you don't want to expose your legs or clothes that are tight in the stomach if you feel inferior about your tummy.
Step 5. Focus on yourself, not trends and styles
Dressing with a focus on clothes that are good and that fits your body is much more important than following the trends. Forcing yourself to wear a certain color, type of clothing, or style just because it's popular and often appears in magazines won't make you look good. Wear what really suits your body.
At the same time, don't be too narrow in determining what fits and fits because that will make you lose the opportunity to try variations and new things. Dare to experiment and you'll be surprised to see that the new style you've tried looks great
Step 6. Consider convenience
All attempts to look good will be disguised if your shoes are very uncomfortable and you are limping because you feel pain or your clothes are too tight in certain areas and must always move to adjust the position of the clothes. Wear clothes that make you feel comfortable so that indirectly it will also make you look attractive.
Step 7. Take care of your clothes
Always read clothing labels and follow the washing instructions on them to keep clothes looking good for a longer time.
Also, don't be lazy to iron your clothes if needed. No one looks attractive in wrinkled clothes
Part 2 of 3: Developing Your Own Style
Step 1. Express yourself
In every style, there is always a choice that makes you look good. If you are a feminine woman, feel free to wear a dress every day or wear nice pants. If you are a neat person, dress neatly, and so on. Dressing according to your own personality and style will make you look attractive.
Step 2. Add interesting accessories
Once you know what suits you and is good for you, focus on making your appearance more attractive with a few choices of clothes and accessories that can show your personality and style.
- If you like bright colors, wear light colored clothes such as a charcoal skirt or a cream top which looks good and is suitable for wearing to the office, especially if you sweeten it with red heels and colorful bracelets.
- If you like to look flashy, wear something 'amazing' every day. Large round earrings can be a great complement to your jeans and t-shirt. A large necklace will also make a casual office outfit much more attractive.
Step 3. Spend some time reading fashion magazines or clothing websites
The goal is not to imitate what you see in the pictures, but to see the variations available and find inspiration. If you find you like a certain style or color, don't hesitate to give it a try. You just need to adjust whatever you like with the right body shape and color.
Step 4. Define standard appearances on various occasions
It's a good thing to have lots of clothes that fit and match your style. Take the time to rotate your appearance for work, weekends, special events like parties, or whatever else you need on a regular basis. That way you know what to wear in all situations and occasions and become confident.
Step 5. Dress according to age
Most people assume that women who are too old or too young don't dress well or properly. Be proud of your current age, whatever it may be. Instead of wanting to look younger or older, try to look good according to your age at that time.
Step 6. Take calculated risks
Indiscriminately combining all the odd patterns and colors into a single outfit is not a good thing. But that doesn't mean you absolutely can't try something new and different. The key is to wear what you want to wear with confidence.
- For example, try combining neutral colors with items that have animal skins on them. Maybe your t-shirt would be a good fit with a black cardigan.
- Alternatively, you can try wearing one piece of fashion that is bold and out of the ordinary, but still wears the standard in other areas. If you're interested in the shoulder braces you saw in this week's magazines, give them a try. Just wear it with something sleek and neutral for the bottom and don't wear accessories that are too flashy.
Part 3 of 3: Updating Your Closet Contents
Step 1. Unpack your closet
Throw away any clothes that no longer fit, that you haven't worn in two years, and that are damaged or ugly. This will make room for new items or clothes that you are sure to wear.
Do not throw the clothes in the trash. Donate or give to friends or relatives who may need it, or if it's still in good condition, resell
Step 2. Find out what you need
After getting rid of all the unnecessary items, you should be able to evaluate the contents of your closet and determine what is missing and needed. Your needs depend on your lifestyle. But in general, you need at least one of each of these items:
- Casual blouse or shirt
- Shirt
- sweater
- Pants, at least one jeans and one material pants
- Casual dress
- Casual skirt
- Jackets for cold weather
- At least one or two semi-formal or formal dresses
- Shoes, at least one pair for sports and one or two pairs each for casual, work/business, and special events such as parties.
Step 3. Create a shopping plan
Once you know what you need, it's time to go shopping. But don't just come to the mall just like that. You will not be dizzy if you do a little research first. Check the websites of some popular stores and see what they have. If you don't find what you're looking for and like, move on to another website. Don't waste too much time in and out of stores.
Step 4. Always try on the clothes first if you can
Good clothes that are sold online do make us tempted to order them right away. But it would be better if you come directly to the store (especially if the shop is trusted) and try it directly. Every shop and tailor has a different size (the M size at one store may be different from the M at another), and you'll have a hard time deciding which clothes fit and look good unless you see them sticking to your body.
Step 5. Be wise when spending money
If it doesn't cost you too much, do some research on affordable websites or stores. You don't have to spend a lot of money. As long as the clothes are well made and fit, you will look good wearing them. But that doesn't mean you have to look for the cheapest items or clothes. If you buy cheap but the clothes spoil after two weeks or a single wash, you end up losing too.
- Do further research on the internet and visit the store when it is on sale. This allows you to buy quality and more expensive items at a lower price.
- Consider buying some clothes that you will use often, such as a pencil skirt for the office or a black dress for parties and similar events. Don't prioritize or spend too much money on 'trending' items that you won't use very often.
- Don't be afraid to compare prices with other stores. Before you buy something, check if the seller or online shop has the same item at a lower price.
