Choosing the right style of clothing for you is a personal process that involves a variety of factors, including body type, skin tone, occasion, personal preferences, and more. Here are some detailed steps and do’s and don’ts that can help women find the right style of dressing for them.
- Know your body type
Body Type Classification:
Apple-shaped: heavier upper body and wider waist.
Pear type: heavier lower body and thinner waist.
Hourglass type: the upper and lower body are even, and the waist is obvious.
Rectangular: The body is straight and even, the waist is not noticeable.
Dress code:
Apple: Choose a V-neck top and A-line skirt to emphasize the legs.
Pear: Choose high-waisted pants and tops to balance your upper and lower body.
Hourglass: Slim skirt and belt accentuate the curves.
Rectangle: Choose layered garments that add curves. - Determine skin tone
Skin Tone Classification:
Cool colors (e.g. pink, blue): Clothing in cool colors (e.g. blue, purple, gray).
Warm colors (e.g. yellow, orange): Clothing in warm colors (e.g. red, brown, beige).
Color Matching:
Experiment with different colors to find the color that best suits you, either by referring to the color wheel or by taking a skin tone test. - Decide on a style of dressing
Style Type:
Classic elegance: pay attention to cut and texture, like simple colors, and focus on elegant items.
Casual and comfortable: jeans, T-shirts, sneakers, the pursuit of comfort.
Fashion-forward: the pursuit of individuality and trends, like to try novel collocations and designs.
Ladylike style: mainly skirts, lace, and elegant accessories, reflecting feminine femininity. - Consider the occasion
Everyday wear: Choose comfortable, easy-to-wear basics like simple t-shirts and jeans.
Workplace: Choose appropriate business attire, such as suits, shirts and skirts, with appropriate shoes.
Special occasions: For weddings and parties, choose more flamboyant or formal outfits, such as long dresses and evening dresses. - Focus on accessories
Choose the right accessories:
Necklaces, earrings, bracelets, etc. can add a personal touch.
Choose a style that coordinates with the overall outfit for bags and shoes.
Pay attention to the proportions of the accessories: not too much, simple is appropriate. - Experiment and adjust
Try a variety of styles: Experiment with different outfits for different occasions and record your own feelings and feedback from others.
Eliminate items that don’t fit: Organize clothes that no longer fit your style and keep your wardrobe tidy. - Focus on comfort
While pursuing aesthetics, you should choose clothing that suits your body shape and activity to ensure that you are comfortable to wear. - Seek inspiration
Refer to fashion bloggers or magazines: Follow people who are similar to your style and look for inspiration from their outfits.
Social media: Use platforms (e.g., Instagram, Pinterest) to find inspiration and document it. - Budgetary considerations
Reasonable shopping plan: Make a budget and choose items that are good value for money.
Quality vs. quantity: Pay attention to quality, choose some classic items, and avoid chasing unlimited consumption of fast fashion. - Ongoing Adjustments
With the change of age and life stage, the individual’s dressing style can also be adjusted in time to maintain an open mind.
