Being swag isn't about having the perfect outfit -- it's about having the right thoughts and attitudes. Well, a nice pair of shoes or the right pair of glasses can help, but being swag is all about having an attitude that makes everything you do, say, or wear look cool. If you want to be swag, you have to adjust your attitude -- and "next" you can start getting your clothes ready. If you want to know how to be swag then follow these steps.
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Method 1 of 3: Regulating Your Attitude
Step 1. Be proud to show off your stuff
Being a swagger is about having comfort. If you've just bought a few new pieces of clothing or are trying on a new haircut and are starting to worry that you might look silly, then it will show. If you are unsure of your appearance and feel awkward about your style or the words that come out of your mouth, then people around you start doubting you too.
- Whatever you do, master it. Don't look around, seek approval from other people, or ask people if "it's good" if you're looking for a movie you want to see or step into a funky clothing store.
- Don't spend hours looking in the mirror, observing yourself, or asking your friends if your new shoes look silly. Look in the mirror, make sure you look good, and start walking.
- Stand straight, walk with your head up and your shoulders up, don't slouch. Looking straight ahead, not down at your feet or the floor, let people know you are happy with who you are and proud of who you are.
Step 2. Make it a personality
Swag isn't about copying today's trends or emulating your favorite rapper -- instead your character and friends can help influence your style, you should add your personality to your clothes, demeanor, and words. Finding out what makes you unique is part of discovering who you are, what you can do is undoubtedly part of your “self”. Here are a few ways to create swag properties:
- Maybe you like dressing up like a girl, but you also like the occasional rock ponytail.
- Maybe you're the only one in your school who can make neon shoes look cool.
- Maybe you like to give compliments when you blink in a dazzling way it will be cool again
- Maybe you're someone who "always" laughs, no matter why.
Step 3. Don't be a vindictive person
You might think that being swag means being cool and that you're surrounded by people vying for your attention -- that you need to reproach others and make them feel like they're not good enough to prove how cool “you are.” Well, in fact, it's quite the opposite. To be swag, you have to be cool with everyone.
- It doesn't mean you have to be friendly with everyone, or spend hours looking perfect or flirting with everyone you see -- it just means that people want to be around you because you're not surrounded by hate, envy and bitterness.
- You may think that putting people down will flatter you, but in reality, it just shows how vulnerable you are.
- If people around you hate you, then you should double check or find new friends to pass the time.
Step 4. Spend time with people who make you better
This doesn't mean you have to stick with the popular kids at school just because you think they'll make you popular in the community. That means you should attract other people with swag because they'll let you know if it's really swag, and because you can afford to pick up some tips on how to act and what to wear just by spending time with you.
- If you're hanging out with some people you describe as "dead prisoners" simply because you're too nice or you've been friends for a long time, but they don't look very promising, then it's time to let them go.
- If you know some people with swag but you don't really know them, then be patient. Don't start trying to hang out with them all the time or they'll think you're a sycophant.
Step 5. Get inspired by your characters
Pick a few people you admire, and let them guide your path to swaghood. They don't have to be the coolest people in the world, but they do have to inspire you in some way, whether they make you want to fulfill your dreams, uplift your style, or even increase your patience. Here are some characters that can inspire you:
- Someone in your family. Would you like you to have your mother's sense of humor or your grandmother's ability to make everyone in the world feel better? Maybe you've always admired your sister's work. Do what you can to develop these qualities.
- Favorite musician. Do you like Mariah, Kanye or Lady Gaga? Or do you prefer retro artists like Mick Jagger or Otis Redding? Whoever your favorite artist is, see what you can learn from them besides their musical talent -- you might learn to be more independent, more fun, and walk in style.
- Favorite athlete. What can you learn from LeBron, Serena Williams, Derek Jeter, or Coco Crisp that you couldn't find in your school? Watch these athletes both on and off the court and discover something you admire about them.
- Public Favorite figure. Do you admire Obama, Wendy Davis, or even foreign figures like Snooki from the Jersey Shore or comedian Bill Burr? Whoever you like, discover the qualities you like about that person and what you can do to reach them.
- Someone in your social circle. Find the right person in your group of friends or community who can teach you a thing or two about life.
Step 6. Stop worrying about what other people have to say
If you really want to be swag, then you have to do whatever makes you happy and don't care about how other people feel about you -- as long as you don't fight or hurt other people in the process. You have to wear and say what makes you feel good -- not what you think pleases other people at school.
- If you are obsessed with pleasing other people and trying to please them, you will never earn their respect.
- If someone makes fun of your clothes or whatever you do, don't let them put you down. If you stop wearing those clothes just because you're being teased, you give up. Wear it again even with pride.
- It's okay to ask people you care about for their suggestions and opinions -- all that matters is asking your friends to let you in on every detail of what you did or whatever you thought you might be doing.
Step 7. Be independent
A person with true swag will be comfortable with his possessions and comfortable when with friends. If you want to be swag, then you have to work independently and be happy with doing what you enjoy instead of following what others are doing because you don't want to be forgotten or left out. To become independent, you must develop your passions, your goals, and your dreams.
- It would be nice to spend time with your friends, but don't spend every minute of your free time socializing. It's important to spend some time being personal and realizing your enjoyment, whether that's writing songs, reading, or working.
- Part of being independent is being a personal thinker. Don't be afraid to have your own thoughts instead of always agreeing with your friend just to avoid conflict.
- If your friends ask to hang out but you're doing some personal work, turn them down. They will respect you especially if they know you have a goal to work for.
Method 2 of 3: Look Swag for Men
Step 1. Have the right body language
The most important thing is to keep your head up and “never” look down on the ground unless you want to appear grieving and vulnerable. If you want to practice the “swag walk,” you can try stretching your legs slightly and tilting your legs as you walk with added bounce to your stride. Keep your arms by your sides or use them as props as you speak, but don't cross them across your chest or you look unsure of yourself.
- Don't be afraid to smile. Smiling doesn't mean you're not cool.
- When you talk to people, make eye contact. Don't make it look like you're more important than actually paying attention to the person in front of you.
Step 2. Wear the right clothes
For men, clothes are less important than the accessories you wear. Just make sure to wear a comfortable, loose-fitting T-shirt, hoodie, jersey, or whatever makes you feel and look good. For pants, you can wear basketball shorts or trousers, work pants, or loose-fitting jeans.
- First you may want to loosen your pants because you want to make you look swag, most girls like this, it's your choice.
- Avoid the V-neck, if you can. They are too beautiful for the traditional swag look.
- Be bold and wear a denim vest, striped sewer, or any other retro look you'd like to bring out with some hippie and sharp observations.
- For a more attractive look, wear a button down with a funky pattern
- Your pants can be loose, but not too loose and sag.
- You won't be ugly in a white t-shirt.
- Wear a jacket suit with a white button down shirt and jeans. You don't have to go anywhere to show off in a suit jacket.
Step 3. Wear the right shoes
If you want to be swag, then you need to have the right footwear. For men, this usually means sneakers unless you need to dress up -- and if you're brave, you can dress up while still wearing a pair of sneakers.
- Jordan Retro's
- LeBron's
- Kobe's
- KD's
- Roshe Runs
- Nike SB
- Vans
- Sperry's
- Nike Foamposite's
Step 4. Accessories
For men, a few key accessories can help elevate the ordinary to the extraordinary. You don't have to wear a lot of accessories, but you do need to choose your accessories carefully, whenever you wear glasses or wear an old but flashy hat. Here are some things to think about when you wear accessories for your look:
- Sunglasses without frames or shade
- gold watch
- Any baseball cap
- Laplanders
- Snapbacks created by Mitchell and Ness, Zephyr, American Needle, New Era, and Last Kings
- If you have the money, go to a belt designer, such as Hermes, Gucci, Fendi, or Louis Vuitton
- Leash or chain
Method 3 of 3: Swag look for Girls
Step 1. Have proper body language
To be a swag girl, you need to take care of your body and let everyone see that you are proud of how you look. Walk with straight shoulders, chest outstretched, and head straight. Avoid slouching for any reason and stand firm and proud. Smile at people and make eye contact, and don't be afraid to touch people when you talk.
- When you walk into the room, don't hesitate. Look like you know where you're going even if you don't.
- Avoid fidgeting with your jewelry, zippers, or hands, or you'll look frail.
Step 2. Wear a swag top
As long as you look good, you can wear anything that looks cool on you. Whether you're wearing tights or looking cheesy, all you need to do is enjoy it, whether you're wearing a singlet, belly shirt, shirt with funny graphics or logos, or tops that cover the chest. Try wearing these tops to increase your swag level:
- Hoodies. Wear a hoodie with the logo of your favorite sports team. For a retro look, wear a hoddie with your middle or high school logo. It will make a cool impression.
- T-shirts. Loose t-shirts, tight t-shirts, or printed shirts or shirts with logos will look cool. You can wear a t-shirt that is above the belly button with baggy pants. Shirts can also have famous logos such as Adidas or Under Armor.
- tank tops. Look for breastplates, spaghetti straps, or even tube tops if you dare. A small singlet looks great under a big, shiny jacket.
- Wear a gold or silver jacket. More pockets and better zippers.
- A mailing jacket, even if it's 10 years old, will look cool.
- Put on a jersey. Wear a jersey with your favorite basketball player's name on the back, or a Shaq or Jordan jersey for an old school look. Pair with leggings.
Step 3. Wear swag pants or shorts
Each pair of pants can help boost your outfit as long as you wear it with the right attitude. Anything from basketball shorts to cargo pants can make you look good as long as you wear them with pride. If you're wearing tight pants, try to pair them with a baggy shirt, and if your pants are baggy, they'll look better with a tighter top. Try some of these types of pants or shorts:
- Booty shorts, baggy basketball shorts or chachi pants
- loose wool, baggy work pants, or drop-crotch pants
- Skinny jeans, leggings, or jeggings
- Anything with pictures of animals or anything loud and bright
Step 4. Get the right shoes
If you want to be a swag girl, you can go for a trendy and sporty look or you can go girly with the right pair of shoes. You can decide if you want your shoes to be the center of attention in your look, or if they are part of your overall look. Here are some types of shoes that can be used if you want to wear:
- Sneakers like Jordans, Vans, Supra, Nikes, and Adidas
- Converse black or white
- Gold, silver or black cut heels
- Simple Rainbows or other sandals
- ballet shoes
- Birkenstocks
- Crocks
Step 5. Accessories with swag
You can decide if you want to show off with accessories, or if you like wearing the perfect pair of earrings or hat to tie your look. Whatever you want, here are a number of accessories that can tie your appearance together. Try some:
- Bangles, spiky bracelets or snap-on bracelets
- Gold or silver hoop earrings or hanging necklace
- Chain
- toe ring
- Cunky Grandma's ring
- Jewel inlay on your ear or nose
- Team sports beanies or hats that fit
- Bandana
- Big lens glasses
Step 6. Have a stylish makeup and hair
To really swag, you don't have to wear five layers of makeup or copy Rihana's hairstyle. You just need to set your own style and pay more attention to your appearance. Here are some things you can do:
- Wear the amount of makeup you feel comfortable with. If you like wearing makeup, wear it, but if you don't, then that's cool too.
- Wear bright lipstick or lip gloss
- Use dark eyeliner and shadow to make the eyes sharper.
- Change your hairstyle from time to time. Polish it in a shade like purple or green every now and then, and cut it like Miley Cyrus' hair type, or let it grow to your shoulder length.
Tips
- Have fun, don't be afraid to be yourself when you swag. If you like something that doesn't have to be done with swag, show it!
- Wear good shoes like Jordan's or LeBron they will be expensive but will make you swag.
