7 habits of truly stylish people
Anyone with a huge bank account can stroll into a store and and
emerge looking undeniably “IT”, instantly earning them seats at the
fashionistas’ table. But in six months, those items will be
rendered passe and the need to shell out for another showstopping
wardrobe begins. It is a terribly exhausting process, even if you
have an unlimited credit limit. Don’t fall victim into this vicious
cycle! That’s not how stylish people roll.
Purveyors of genuine style know how to take fairly basic pieces and
jazz them up with high impact pieces and make their look
covetable.
With these 7 habits, you can stay ahead of the style game, make
your wardrobe enviable (possibly become the next Yoyo
Cao) and save more money!
#1 They don’t create carbon copy looks
You probably visit plenty of personal style blogs or have an
Instagram or Pinterest account where you constantly scroll through
to check up on what your favourite street style stars are wearing
right now and read herworldPLUS daily (of course!) to discover the
latest fashion scoops, right? But does it seem like you can never
translate this impeccable style into your own outfits?
Well, you’re not alone. I faced this problem all the time — until I
carefully analysed this mind boggling situation. While I embrace
these media platforms because they are great sources of
inspiration, I have learnt that style is extremely individual, so
trying to copy a look head to toe definitely isn’t going to work.
Truly stylish ladies take outfit inspiration from everywhere and
own the look by putting their own individual spin on it.
#2 They are not dripping in labels
Stylish people don’t pigeonhole themselves to only luxury labels.
When you come across images ofChiara
Ferragni or Nicole
Warne draped in Céline or Chanel, you must remember that
these style stars get sent designer items for free from the brands,
with the intention to entice us (mere mortals with a humble bank
account) to lust over and then buy them.
Take a leaf out of style icon Olivia Palermo’s book. “I go with
what looks good on me — no matter who makes it.” This streetstyle
darling has always been spotted in immaculate outfits, and famed
for effortlessly mixing high-street pieces with designer
labels.
#3 They understand what works for them
It might seem like a very cliched point to make, but trust me,
knowing what style (i.e. girly, boho, edgy) fits and best works for
your body type and skin tone is a fundamental step for someone who
aspires to be stylish.
You can then take inspiration from what’s trending on the runway
and find pieces that flatter
your body and are aligned to your own sense of style.
Remember: You must feel confident in what you are wearing.
#4 They don’t follow trends blindly
If you trawl through enough fashion blogs and Instagram accounts,
it’s really tempting to buy into every trend that every blogger
under the sun is wearing. You feel like you need to own the exact,
if not similar piece to be part of the game. Don’t feel pressured
into buying trending items if you feel uncomfortable wearing them.
Real stylish ladies bypass trends and stay loyal to styles and
colours that look best on them. (Refer to #3)
If you fancy the current trends, don’t copy the looks wholesale.
Try subtly adopting some trending key points so that it works for
your body — e.g. if you can’t pull off the bell bottoms style that
is super hot right now due to your body shape, you can opt for
a flattering
denim skirt instead.
#5 They have a ‘thing’ that sets them apart from the
rest
All stylish people have a special ‘something’ that they are known
for. I have a friend who only wears black and white, and it has
become something that I identify her with. It doesn’t have to
always be something dramatic, it could be as simple as always
donning chilli red polish on your nails or wearing a colourful hair
band.
#6 They don’t try too hard
This point might be a little abstract and subjective. But what I am
trying to drive at here is, it’s better to look underdressed than
overdressed. Stylish people always look a little less done than
everyone else at any occasion. This might mean showing up at a
party in a pair of sneakers when everyone else is trying to impress
with skyscraper heels or wearing a chic jumpsuit instead of a
figure hugging frock.
One useful tip for nailing the ‘Oh I casually picked up the first
thing I saw in my wardrobe’ look even though you spent the whole
day trying to style this outfit is to lose a piece from your
initial outfit. It could be removing a piece of jewellery or
swapping your heels for a pair of flats.
#7 They are very observant and resourceful
Apart from keeping themselves up to date with the latest fashion
news, highly stylish ladies also venture outside of their comfort
zone and look for inspiration in art, culture and on the streets.
They have a great eye for detail and can translate these ideas into
their personal style.
They are also resourceful, because they need to know where to hunt
down special pieces that can set them apart from the rest. They can
find unexpected treasures almost anywhere.