When lockdown began, plenty of us found comfort in sitting our pyjamas and slippers every day. However, with offices open again and people headed back to normal societal functions, it may be time to think about raising your fashion sense to enhance your personal presentation and show off cohesive and stylish looks.
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Tailoring
Tailoring might not be something you have considered before, but there has been a rise in casual tailoring in the past few years. Many people still think of tailoring as being primarily for business clothing, but casual clothes do often benefit from this craft as well.
A tailor’s job is to ensure your clothes fit you in the best way they can. While baggy clothes have been seen more recently on the catwalks, it is important to spend time and money on clothes that are a better fit for work or more formal occasions. A well-fitting outfit can make a statement that oozes confidence from the wearer.
Layering
Adding different textures and depths into your outfits can create a look that seems more put together, with the bonus of keeping you warm and comfortable.
It is important to remember that any pieces you layer in an outfit should cater to functionality and your chosen aesthetic. Each visible layer of clothing should be something that can be worn on its own, so the overall look of the outfit remains if the weather changes and you need to remove a layer.
Start with preparing your base layers, which are worn closest to your skin. These can range from a simple t-shirt to a thin roll neck. Then move on to insulating items such as a thick jumper. Finally, choose your outerwear to protect you from the elements.
Accessorise
The world of accessorising may seem complicated and daunting, but it can be a great way to touch up your outfit and add a little flair.
The key is to keep it simple yet elegant. For example, a beautiful men’s diamond earring can be a focal point for a more laidback outfit but can also be subtle enough not to seem flashy with more formal pieces. It could be helpful to figure out which type of metal is best for your skin tone. Those with cool tones look best in silver metals.
Invest
It is very easy to fall into the fast fashion trap – buying cheap and often as the garments do not last long. Investing in well-made pieces means that your wallet and wardrobe will be better off.
Putting more money into better-made pieces means they will last longer, therefore reducing the amount you need to spend over the years. Doing this will also reduce the amount of clothes you have at any one time and the amount of wardrobe space they take up.
