In case you don’t want to spend a fortune creating a wardrobe, there are tons of ways to make your daily outfits look elegant and expensive. “Less is more” and the reason for that is because simplicity is often more associated with being expensive.
The key is to look for pieces that have a flattering shape and will make you look and feel your best! The good news is that you already have most of them in your wardrobe. Wondering what key items will help you improve your overall look?
Keep reading to find out the best ways to look more polished and put together.
Opt for expensive-looking colors
A great way to upgrade any outfit is to pay attention to great-quality fabrics and opt for chic neutrals. Focus on clean lines in terms of how the styling goes and also play around mostly with neutral colors because that’s really what makes that chicness come out.
Some colors look more expensive than others, like these neutrals black, grey, navy, brown, beige, khaki, white, tan and cream. Invest in wearing monochrome outfits like an all-white, all-black or all-red outfit. These are all very elegant-looking colors that never go out of style.
Add a belt
If you wearing a dress or a skirt, wear a belt kind of makes sense. When you feel like your dress or skirt needs a little pick me up, try to experiment with belts. A great tip is to collect belts in all kinds of textures, colors and designs.
Whether it’s wide or narrow, a belt adds a kind of flavor to your outfit, as well as femininity. It accentuates the silhouette and curves of the body, especially if you have an hourglass body shape.
Little Black Dress
There’s something that every woman needs to have in their wardrobe: the little black dress. You can experiment with different fabrics – silk and satin are excellent choices. A little black dress is one of the easiest ways to appear chic and sophisticated.
Black often doesn’t give away the kind of fabric so you wear something more affordable. It looks like you’ve not made too much of an effort but really simple and chic. Since it’s a solid color, you can spice it up with accessories and shoes.
Wear tailored pieces
Generally, basic pieces in plain colors and patterns look more polished and expensive. A classic white button-down shirt works great for casual outfits and can instantly make an outfit look more expensive. The cut of a pant leg is a detail that often gets overlooked but it can make all the difference in your silhouette.
Opt for a bootleg or wide leg pant in a fabric that looks more expensive, like wool, also while it keeps its structure and doesn’t crease easily. Especially if you pair it with a pointed toe heel or boots, it’s going to make your legs appear longer and slimmer!
Add a hat
When you feel like you have a bad hair day or you have no idea how to add a little bit of flavor to yourself, add a hat to your outfit. Because a hat instantly adds glamour. In the fall and winter seasons, a woolen fedora is an ideal choice. You can also have the option of wearing something a little bit more dressed up. There are also some very elegant headbands, or you can add a little ribbon as a detail.
Invest in a great coat
When it comes to coats, there’s nothing that looks more expensive than a well-structured sleek coat. Go for a camel or creamy beige coat that will instantly uplevel any look! A sleek coat is a well-made coat of a kind of sturdier material where the edges are sharp and the cuts clean and very tailored. When you wear such a big piece on your body, you’re going to see how your entire look is going to elevate it, even if you wear some boring clothes underneath.
Pointy toe shoes
Even if you’re just wearing a plain white t-shirt and jeans, a pair of pointed-toe shoes will make the difference! They not only elongate the leg but also make whatever you’re wearing look a lot more expensive. Style them under wide-leg or palazzo trousers for a more chic appearance. Add a structured blazer on top and a shirt underneath if you’re heading out to the office.
Riding boots over skinny jeans
Tall riding boots started creeping back into favor recently, and there’s something really classy about them. Also, they happen to pair flawlessly with classic skinny jeans. Any light color trouser inside a riding boot is a really expensive and a nice look for fall and winter.
Now you don’t have to go for black boots. By any means, you can go brown, camel, grey or even burgundy. You can definitely have this outfit when you’re running errands in town or when you go to the park and you drink your pumpkin spice latte.
