Feeling a tad out of the loop with the whole fashion caper? Fear not. Here are a few cheeky tricks on faking your fashionista flair.
1. One of a kind. Every outfit should show off at least one original piece. So let the hunt begin…opportunity shops, garage sales, flea markets, school fete trash and treasures, antique stores, auctions, student fashion sales, online stores and family members’ wardrobes are sure things.
2. Use your imagination. Transform ordinary items into something a little off centre. Team suspenders with a strapless dress, mix and match your earring collection, replace your watch band with a scarf, pin a selection of brooches onto a vest, layer like there’s no tomorrow and be sure to contrast colors and textures.
3. Faking is about first impressions. Hair is at the heart of fashion. Work with the ‘do’…mould it, spike it, mess it, cut it, braid it, colour it, tie a scarf, add a hat, flaunt a feather, attach big bows, bring back the scrunchie, wrap some leather string, embrace bobby pins and have fun.
4. The staple. All architectural masterpieces are reliant on a solid foundation…fashion is no different. Be wise and invest in a classic piece…a slouchy bag, structured blazer, snake skin heals, shades or dream jeans.
5. Take pride in what you have put together. Confidence is the ultimate accessory, enabling you to pull off anything. Stand tall, head held high, speak with self-assurance, maintain eye contact and don’t take life too seriously.