5 Fashion Tips I Live By (No Matter What Season)

It's inevitable, I call myself a fashion blogger and sometimes people ask me for fashion advice, yes most of the time it's from my own mother and close friends, but still. The problem with that, of course, is that I'm not qualified in any way, shape or form to be giving such advice (if you saw me during the week you'd understand why). I am far from being a fashion expert despite loving anything and everything fashion related, however everything I've learned about style along the years has been from observing trends and trying out tricks and tips that work best for me, and that could potentially work for you too. So today, I share my top 5 tips which I found out through trial and error and that work pretty much in any season, and maybe just maybe they could help you look your very best too.

KNOW WHERE TO SHOP

The key is finding the right bits for YOUR fashion needs, that fit YOUR budget. I personally love ASOS because I find that whatever your age, style or occasion, I can always find something affordable to update my wardrobe. Similarly, Zara is easy to shop at given the variety of timeless pieces they offer. I shy away from Hollister and the likes because that's not me at all, so even if everyone is going crazy for their latest collections, I don't find the need to own anything just for the sake of it. Save your money and spend it elsewhere with something you are actually going to love to see yourself in.

BUILD A CAPSULE WARDROBE 

I'm talking about classic pieces that are easy to throw on, to style, to transition from one season to the other and pieces that offer versatility. If I were to pick my top 5 basics, these would most definitely include a great-fitting pair of jeans, a pair of modern and sleek trousers, a white shirt/ t-shirt, a black blazer and of course, the famous LBD.  Working around these items make outfits easy to be put together, saving you time when trying to get dressed in the morning for example. I love trends but they come and go; basics on the other hand are here to stay and should be the foundation of your wardrobe.

BE CAUTIOUS WITH TRENDS

I adore trying out different trends and bringing tips on how to work each of them in my fashion blog posts. Blogging has definitely allowed me to take more fashion risks but I've got a rule, don't follow the trends if the trends aren't following you! Imagine a very skinny pair of leather pants on any of the Jenners, now imagine the same pair (in a few sizes bigger) on me; not the same thing! Do yourself and your body a favour by wearing things that will make YOU look good and comfortable, not what the fashion industry is telling you to wear. Fashion is all about individuality, and if you really are dying to rock a trend, that on paper doesn't suit you at all, use your creativity and sense of style to make it work for you.

PLAY WITH PATTERNS & PRINTS

I've recently talked about how printed shoes are hot for spring and summer here and I honestly find prints to be the easiest way to "up" a look; some prints and patterns even work all year round and really give an outfit that needed boost. Stripes, for example, are also trendy at the moment (styled here and here) but they stand the test of time and seem to come back season after season; they go with nearly everything (refer to the capsule wardrobe basics) and the versatility is what makes them the pattern to say it with. In similar fashion, leopard accessories are no longer just a trend, they're a classic style saviour giving a boring and predictable outfit a twist we love. Prints and patterns make everything a little more fun and interesting; go bold or go home.

MIX & CONTRAST

Speaking of fun and interesting, you know how opposites attract? That works in fashion too and it is the "law of attraction" that turns a good outfit into a great one. Forget mix and match, the key is to intentionally mix pieces that in theory wouldn't really go together. Doing this you will see how much more options you have when putting an outfit together. Think cute dress and badass sneakers, tailoring and trainers, suede and leather, dressy with casual (styled here); the combinations are endless, just let your creativity flow.

Above all, have fun with your clothes and wear whatever the hell makes you feel comfy. Screw what people may think, if you like it go with your gut! :)

What are some of your style tips? Let me know below!

Thanks for reading beauties and have a nice Wednesday!

xoxo