Never buy the wrong thing again

Friday, May 20th 2011

 

Many women often tell me how many last minute shopping trips they’ve taken in order to find something for a last minute occasion or just to fill some gaps they have in their closets. In doing so, instead of ending up with purchases they love – they are left with clothing they sigh about and think, “this will have to do.” Sound familiar?

 

In order to avoid frustrating results such as these here are a few tips to shopping bliss:

 

1)   Make a list of what you’re looking for. When you give yourself a specific list – it eliminates much of the aimless wandering around stores not knowing what you’re looking for. Try and figure out the look you want to achieve before you leave the house.

2)   Pick out clothing that mimics your shape. Always dress for your body shape by mimicking what your body does naturally. If your body is an, “A” shape (or better know as a ‘pear’ shape) – find clothing that mimics this. You’ll be amazed at how flattering this looks!

3)   Know your colouring. Knowing your colours by having a colour analysis done makes your search much more specific. Not only this, but wearing your colours makes your skin seem more youthful, healthy, and smooth! A bonus! Plus, it will have you playing with colour. Enough with the black!

4)   Be true to who you are.  Trends are wonderful but not all of them are for everybody. Keep true to what feels right to you and your personality. This alone will make you shine!

 

To see whether your closet needs some TLC – here are a few items that every woman should have in her closet:

 

1)   A dark wash jean in a bootcut

2)   A classic jersey dress (classic does NOT mean black!)

3)   A fabulous boyfriend blazer

4)   A classic pump (in any neutral shade) and flat.

5)   One great statement piece of jewelry.

6)   A knee length skirt

7)   A trench coat

 

Follow these tips to ensure wardrobe and shopping bliss!