In the modern technology era, trends and fashion statements spread among masses with a great speed. With the same speed, they are replaced and forgotten. Thanks to the social media, new and trendy piece of cloths are constantly presented to the fashionistas. Today, we have so many influencers that suggest and present what it is to be trendy, therefore, suggesting to the masses what it is that they should be wearing.
Teenagers and young people today have their role models imposing on them, trends, brands, styles and body weight measures. Even the colorful and careless child fashion has taken a more serious turn in the past decade. Child mannequins are representing outfits that are not very different from what seemed to be an adult fashion.
With all the aggressive marketing and very suggestive social media campaigns, it is hard to stay away from all the influences that change the way you think, look and dress. Therefore, when it comes to fashion, almost every girl feels overwhelmed and unsatisfied with the way she looks or dresses. For this to change, a girl needs to know how unique her beauty and appearance is, and what best represents her character and sense of style. The uniqueness of the personal style is the key to looking trendy and stylish.
Today, it’s easier than ever to look very trendy and still be true to your personal needs and style. Moreover, everything is considered fashionable today, from retro to eccentric, loose fit to slim fit, provocative to conservative. As long as you pull it off right and feel confident about yourself, you will surely look amazing.
Here are some helpful tips on how to discover your personal style.
Embrace your Body
Instead of looking at your body as a geometrical shape or comparing it to a fruit shape, try to think of the attributes you like the most. Get real about your body weight, gone are the days when skinny equaled sexy, your shape is equally as beautiful as any other.
Clothes can help you point out the best parts of your body, and hide out what you consider a flaw. Your outfit may be your strongest weapon or your worst enemy; it is completely your choice.
Every woman should know instantly, what model of skirt, dress or shirt will fit her good or bad. Start practicing this, next time you are out shopping. Pay attention to the models and try them on, to make statements. Example: If you happen to have a chubby belly, you should know right away that crop tops or low waist jeans will make you look funny. On the other hand high waist pants will point out your figure and make you look thinner.
Your Wardrobe should match your Lifestyle
As with everything else in life, when it comes to clothing you should get really honest with yourself. We tend to live in illusion helped mostly by the image we tend to create on the social media. Well, it’s time to put the fantasies aside and get a real look at your lifestyle.
Fashion industry commercials tend to convince people that they should buy everything they like. Therefore, we often end with a wardrobe full of items we never have a chance to wear. Choosing clothes according to your lifestyle will help you pick convenient and practical items. Taking in consideration your personal lifestyle and pace, will help you stuck up your closet with the essentials.
Discovering your true style doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get creative and leave some room for experimentations. As we tend to grow and change, our personal style will change with us, and so will our wardrobe.
Don’t struggle to follow Trends
As you probably have experienced this yourself, it is impossible to continuously follow the newest trends and look like the influencers you follow on insta.
Don’t be afraid to follow your personal attitude towards trends. If something is trendy and it doesn’t appeal to your taste don’t force yourself on wearing it, it’s ridiculous. It will make you look uniformed and maybe even funny, if it doesn’t suit your body well. This often happens among women. They try to wear what is chick and end up looking stupid.
Having an attitude towards style that relies on your personal judgment only, will always result in a great sense of fashion. Your unique sense of style represents your creativity, independency and your strong attitude.
Do not let it overrule you
At the end of the day, clothes are just clothes. You will pull them off of you and get in your comfy pajamas. Clothes are there to get you worm, protect you and help you make the appearance you desire. Don’t let it be other way around. Don’t get overruled by trends, fashion or certain styles.
Your style is an extension of yourself, so let it grow along with yourself.