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[quote=Anonymous]I think people are making this a lot more complicated than it needs to be.  I’ve never spent hundreds of dollars on outfits for everday use, so I can’t be certain I meet your criteria, but this is how I approach fashion.

Pick out clothes that suit your body type and coloring. Research can give you an idea of which styles may be flattering, but it really comes down to trying on things until you know which cuts flatter you (and which don’t). You may be able to “get your colors done” professionally, but it’s expensive and unnecessary. Most likely the colors that will look best on you are the ones you’re drawn to and the ones you feel happy/confident/energized wearing. Make sure the fit is good - too small is worse than too big. If the style, color, and fit aren’t right (fit is negotiable IF you’re willing and able to sew or pay for tailoring), keep looking. While others may switch out buttons, I acknowledge that I’m all thumbs and don’t want to go to the time and hassle involved for a result that probably won’t look quite as good as it did before my efforts.

Prioritize classic styles and prints. You’ll be able to wear them for years. If a trend comes along that you like you can buy a few pieces, but the seasons where everything is awful, you’ll still look great in the clothes that flatter you. Mixing neutrals and colors will add versatility, but remember to stay in your colors. For instance, my neutrals are black and white, and I look get in jewel tones. I have a lot of red, turquoise, and magenta. I might wear black slacks with a red shirt, or a white blouse with a floral skirt. For my mom, on the other hand, her neutrals are earth tones and she looks fabulous in pastels.  Wearing her colors makes me look and feel like death warmed over.

Add the finishing touches. Accessorize, but don’t go overboard. You can be bold or whimsical, but stop before you reach gaudy. When in doubt, less is more.

Make sure you’re “polished”.  Expensive clothes don’t matter if you’re wrinkled and mussed.  On the other hand, if you’re freshly pressed, every hair in place, shoes polished, whatever makeup you wear looking fresh, etc., you’ll probably make a good impression as long as your clothes are appropriate to the setting (professional, casual, formal, etc.). Also, present yourself positively. Good posture, confident movements, a friendly smile, etc., make a difference. I’ve seen celebrities on TV wearing designer clothes that I know cost thousands of dollars, but when they slouch and slump it spoils the effect.

When I want to look nice, I tend to shop at Penney’s and Kohl’s. For everyday casual clothes that look nice enough, but I’m not particularly concerned about making an impression, I like Walmart. I’ve gotten some of my favorite casual shirts there. Since Payless is no longer an option, DSW is where I do most of my shoe shopping. I would probably buy purses from Penney’s, Kohl’s or Target.  I generally find Target’s clothes for women to be overpriced, poor quality, and too trendy.  Sales and outlets are your friends. [/quote]

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