Isn’t it fascinating how a well-put-together outfit can instantly boost your confidence, transform your mood and have you feeling like you’re ready to conquer the world?
Today, I’ll show you how to effortlessly combine pieces to create chic outfits that will have you feeling this way.
Let’s start by demystifying what “chic” actually means. Chic is all about classic style and effortless elegance. It’s about putting together a look without looking like you tried too hard. The French term “je ne sais quoi” explains this perfectly.
Don’t worry, you don’t need to break the bank to achieve this look, It’s quite affordable.
So, what’s the secret to a chic outfit? There’s no ONE secret to achieving this looking, instead, there are a few guidelines that you should follow.
How to Create a Chic Outfit
Let’s talk about some fundamental secrets to achieving this chic look you’re craving.
Foundation of Classics
The foundation of chic outfits are classic versatile pieces. These should be the building block of your wardrobe if you’re switching to chic style.
- A crisp white shirt
- A little black dress
- A tailored blazer
- Well-fitted jeans
These are fashion items that can be mixed and matched to create various chic looks. But these only serve as the base. The magic happens when you add your personal touches through colors, accessories and unique pieces.
If you live in a city with a Zara store one every corner, you know how difficult it is to stick to a shopping plan. You plan on buying “just one dress” before you know it, you’re splurging on trendy clothes that’ll last just one season.
Yes, spontaneous shopping sprees are fun, but if chic style is what you’re going for, think about saving that money you’ll spend on five trendy tops (that’ll probably be out of style the next season) and invest in a classic black dress.
Neutral Colors
Sticking to neutral colors is one of the easiest ways to create a chic outfit.
One of the biggest challenges in fashion is trying to figure out what goes with what. If you stick to neutrals, this problem goes away. With neutrals, everything matches!
Seriously, if your wardrobe is full of neutral colors, you could probably get dressed with your eyes closed and still come out looking fabulous.
An added advantage of neutral colors is that they provide the perfect backdrop for any statement accessories you might want to showcase.
Neutral colors include Black, white, navy, beige, and grey.
Investing in neutral-colored pieces means you’re building a wardrobe that will last you for years.
Three Colors at a Time
Whether you’re mixing textures, patterns, or prints, sticking to three colors makes everything look stylish and intentional.
Wearing more than three colors, if not done professionally, would have you looking like you got dressed in the dark. We don’t want that now do we?
Three colors at a time doesn’t just make you look put together, it also helps you dress faster, especially when you’re in a rush, you have less to decide on.
An extra tip on this: White doesn’t always have to count as one of your colors. For instance, you’re wearing navy blue pants with a white shirt, and a red blazer, you can still add one more color without looking funny.
Also, busy prints with multiple colors still count as one color. Just stick to the colors in the print when styling the rest of your outfit.
Simplicity
Simplicity is key when creating chic outfits. As Coco Chanel wisely said, “Simplicity is the keynote of all true elegance”
The key to looking effortlessly stylish often lies in keeping things simple.
Shoe Game
Shoes are the ultimate game changer. Your clothes might be well-put-together but if your shoe game is below par then you might have a problem.
Invest in quality shoes, whether it’s sleek heels or fashionable flats, go for what’s more comfortable for you.
Accessories
When it comes to accessorizing chic outfits, remember that less is often more.
A few carefully chosen pieces can make a bigger impact than piling on everything you own.
Think of accessories as the exclamation point to your outfit – they should enhance, not overwhelm.
Conclusion
Finally, remember that confidence is your best accessory because, darling, no outfit is complete without it.
In other words, the secret to a truly chic outfit is not just in the clothes you wear but in how you wear them.
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Will you be putting this into practice? Let me know in the comments!
Yours Stylishly!
