Fashion Do’s And Don’ts: 6 Tips To Get Your Style Game On Point

We’re no celebs and we’re definitely not a supermodel on a ramp. But, none of us are immune to a fashion faux pas. You know what else we aren’t immune to? The consequences of said faux pas! We say, wear whatever you like as long as you style it right (fashion emergencies can be so, so hard to deal with!) You could have wardrobes filled to the brim and still not know what to wear. On the other hand, you could have a countable number of clothes and still make them work in 10 different ways. And while mixing and matching might be in your fashion skill set, sometimes, all you need is just a little bit of help. As fashion editors, we can spot styling red flags from a mile away. So to help you avoid the most basic of errors when it comes to certain fashion styles for women, we’ve curated a list of do’s and don’ts that will help you get it right.

Don’t: Mix too many colours together.

Instead do:Try colour-blocking, or wear a solid colour bottom and a printed/colourful top. Avoid pairing more than three colours together, and if you’re wearing one bright colour, tone it down with two neutral colours and vice versa. Opt for colours like navy blue, black, beige, and white to tone down the effect of bright colours and/or patterns to create the perfect outfit.

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Don’t: Wear big, bold prints if you’re a plus-sized girl.

Instead do:Opt for smaller prints instead. The best way to befriend prints for someone on the heavier side is to use it strategically. If you’re a pear-shaped girl, then opt for a printed top and solid colour bottoms to draw attention to your upper body. For apple-shaped girls, do the opposite. The trick is to balance it out to make it work for your body type, instead of shutting out prints from your wardrobe completely.

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Don’t: Wear thick, horizontal stripes as a petite body type.

Instead do:Pick vertical prints instead. Long, vertical styles help add length to your look, making you look taller and slimmer. Layered outfits can have a similar effect as horizontal stripes. If you’re wearing a solid colour top, try to tuck it in with high waisted bottoms to give an illusion of longer legs.

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Don’t: Over-accessorise.

Instead do:Your accessories have the ability to make or break your look. Scarves for one are an underrated accessory that go with almost everythings. But, if you’re a necklace girl, ditch the scarf. Pair scarves with earrings instead, both simple or hoops. A scarf is a great way to add a layer to your outfit without complicating it. Also, if you can do it right, then a scarf can also double up as a fancy hair tie. Another example of accessorising the right way is to opt for dainty pieces, if your outfit is embellished or bold. We suggest pairing a statement necklace or simple earrings with an OTT outfit.

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Don’t: Wear ankle-strapped heels.

Instead do:Opt for nude pumps instead. Ankle-strapped heels cut the feet out at the ankles making you look shorter, defeating the purpose of heels. Nude pumps on the other hand are a timeless footwear choice to invest in. Whether you’re wearing pant suits or skirts, dresses or jeans, a good pair of pumps will elongate your legs, and help complete the look.

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Don’t: Follow trends aimlessly.

Instead do:Wear what you like, what suits you best, and what you’re comfortable in. Every trend is not made for every body type or to match one’s personal style. Invest in classics, like a plain white button down, blue denims, black trousers, nude pumps, a little black dress, cool sneakers, tank tops, and the list goes on. You can create multiple iconic outfit options with these staples for any and every occasion. Although, don’t shun trends completely from your fashion styles; pick and choose the ones you want to indulge in once in a while.

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