4 Ways to Help You Develop Your Personal Style
Fashion can cause a lot of confusion for some. How do fashion-forward women make their amazing sense and style look so effortless? And do you have to be really into fashion to look stylish? Apparel choices are not just surface decisions meant to impress or entice others. Your clothing is considered and extension of you. And developing a personal style can help you express your creativity, opinion and personality. Here are four ways to expand your fashion horizons and develop a personal style.
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Keep An Open Mind
Developing a personal style means going outside of your comfort zone. You need to be willing to experiment and take risks. You may not end up liking everything you try, but you will walk away with a new perspective and a broader understanding of what you like and what looks good on you. Before taking the plunge take a few deep breaths and prepare yourself for new experiences. The cuts, colors, styles, fabrics and sensations are only the beginning. You’ll also have to get ready for the extra attention and compliments that will surely be coming your way.
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Shop in New Sections
The first step into your personal style will be shopping in different sections or departments of the stores you already frequent. This will dip your toe into the waters without making you feel totally out of your depth. Look at styles, cuts and colors you don’t normally pay attention to. Try on things that you don’t necessarily like on the rack. Spend a lot of time in dressing rooms. As exhausting as it sounds it will help you see yourself differently and not quickly rule out pieces that could be a perfect fit.
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Shop in New Stores
Shop in stores you don’t normally visit. Start with stores you’ve often passed by but never entered. Then venture out to new stores you’ve never even heard of. Internet research will help you locate local retailers and give you an idea of their aesthetic. Even if you don’t think you’ll like anything you find, scour the racks and choose a few things to try on. There’s something for everyone just about anywhere. As long as it’s your size and appears to flatter your figure, pick it up and try it out.
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Shop Online
Shopping for clothes online can be a daunting and depressing challenge. But once you have established some new looks in-store, you can brave the online elements to try something new. Look at reviews for each item, check the size and proportion of each part of the garment, and try to shop where you’re guaranteed free and easy exchanges and returns.
Expanding your apparel perspective will do wonders to help you put together a sensational and expressive style. As your personal fashion brand evolves you will be able to enjoy the clothing you wear and the shopping experience better. You will start to feel hopeful and excited about shopping for clothes instead of dreading or feeling indifferent about the experience. Everyone can use more joy in their life, and developing your personal style can help you make even more joyful moments.
