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In today's video, I wanna share some of the styling tips
that I rely on to look expensive
and make sure that I feel put together every single day.
My first tip is when in doubt go monochromatic.
So I'm sure by now you've all heard the power
of going monochrome and wearing the same shade
from head to toe and how a lot of people think
that it makes you look sophisticated,
it makes you look chic, taller and thinner.
So really it seems like kind of a catchall formula
for looking your best and I find that it really is true.
If I wear similar shades from head to toe
with thoughtful pieces and then complement it
with delicate accessories,
my whole entire look pops and I really do feel
and look more expensive.
My next tip is to keep it simple.
So no matter what you're wearing,
if you keep things simplistic, classic and minimal
with very tasteful accessories,
you will always look thoughtful and expensive.
There's just something about chic separates
when paired together with like I said
delicate, thoughtful accessories
that makes it look like you took a lot of time
to get dressed and that each piece costs more
than it may have actually cost you.
My next tip brings us to footwear.
Now, I found it my experience
that your shoes really have the ability
to make or break an entire outfit
so when choosing footwear I keep a couple things in mind
to ensure that I'm choosing the most versatile piece
and something that will complement
the most items in my wardrobe.
So the first thing I like to keep in mind
when picking shoes for my outfits
and then my overall wardrobe is to keep things structured.
If the name of the game is to look luxe
then you definitely wanna opt for more structured pieces
in both your clothing and your accessories.
So I find that delicate ballet flats with a very slight heel
and loafers and very classic silhouettes like that
have a way of instantly elevating
everything else that you're wearing
and really taking your entire look up to the next level.
So using the example of ballet flats,
I find that if you pick a very simple ballet flat
with no delineation between the heel and the sole,
it can look a little bit more cheap even if it wasn't.
So when opting for a flatter shoe like that,
try to find something with the slightest little bit of heel.
So I'll include some images here of what I kind of recommend
and I found that by doing so
you instantly elevate your entire look
because people will register that silhouette
as being more expensive on your feet
and assume the rest of your outfit follows suit.
Now, along those same lines,
a very safe general rule of thumb to follow
if you wanna look expensive
is to match your shoes to your handbag.
Now, I know a lot of you are gonna say
that's incredibly antiquated and old school
and while that is true and there are definitely ways
that you can mix and match different footwear and shoes
in different shades and materials and still look luxe,
I think that if you're just starting out
and you want something that always hits the mark
then opt for neutrals in both your handbag and your shoes
and then match the two because that'll make your whole look
feel and look cohesive which again will read expensive.
Next step all comes down to how you wear something.
So you can have the most expensive item
or the most inexpensive item and if you don't wear it well
and you don't wear it confidently
and you don't style it to suit you
and your personal lifestyle
then it's never gonna look as luxe as it could.
So one thing that I really love to do
is to take anything that I'm wearing
and pop a collar, drape something over my shoulders,
roll a sleeve, half tuck something.
Those little tweaks really go a long distance
in making your overall look feel more thoughtful
which again makes it look more expensive.
Another rule of thumb that I like to follow
when getting dressed in the morning is the rule of threes.
So generally speaking, I will start every outfit
with a top and a bottom and then I always add a third piece
and that third piece should be some standout accessory
of some sort so whether that's a necklace,
a great pair of earrings, a fun bracelet,
a great handbag, a silk scarf.
The possibilities are truly endless
but the whole concept behind this
is that by adding a third piece,
you look like you did more than just throw on basics.
So you can be wearing something super simplistic
like a T-shirt and jeans and the addition of a silk scarf
really helps take the whole look up another notch.
Next, I like to make sure that everything that I'm wearing
fits me well.
So I try to avoid things that are too tight
from head to toe.
I like to mix it up a little bit
and have something looser up top
if I have really slim bottoms or vice versa
and I find that that juxtaposition
again makes everything look more thoughtful
and makes it look more bespoke and custom to you
and if things look like they were made for your body
then people will automatically assume
that you paid a crazy amount for it even if you didn't.
So along those same lines,
I've touched on this in past videos
but I definitely recommend taking anything to a tailor
that doesn't fit you quite right.
So if you've got a great jacket that you absolutely love
but it's just a little off then by taking it to a tailor,
you'll again give it that bespoke and custom look
and people will assume
that it was made specifically for you.
Another thing that I like to do
to help my outfits feel more expensive
is to add different textures.
So whether you're working with different textures
all within the same color family
or playing off of complementary colors,
by adding different textures to your look,
you'll look like you had your outfit put together
by a personal stylist which always reads expensive.
So it's something that I really love to do
and I highly recommend it.
Now, you know how much I love statement jewelry
and very bold accessories
but I do find that if I wanna look instantly luxe,
I keep my accessories and my jewelry very classic and clean.
So I opt for very minimal pieces that are very delicate
because that tends to read more expensive
regardless of the price point.
So for example, let's say you're looking for a piece
that you can wear every single day,
it'll go with so many different things
and will always look luxe
then I recommend very delicate rings.
I recommend something that has an engraving in it
of some sort.
So very delicate necklaces with your initials in it
or birthdate.
A special thing like that really helps your whole outfit
feel more custom to you
which again goes into not only elevating your personal style
but also making you look and feel more expensive.
Now, along those same lines, nothing beats a classic watch.
So when all else fails, by pairing your look
with a very simplistic, minimal, classic watch,
you're gonna instantly feel elevated
and you're gonna look totally custom.
So I love watches with very delicate bands.
A medium to small face I find is the most flattering
with most silhouettes
and I find that you can get most watches
at varying price points in very high quality
that look very expensive.
So I'll link some of my favorites down below for you.
Now, another thing that goes very far
in making your overall outfit look expensive
is to mind your undergarments.
Now, this might seem very obvious to some of you
but always make sure that you check your outfit in full 360.
So get someone to spot check the back
if you don't have a full length mirror
and make sure that you don't have any visible panty lines,
make sure that your undergarments aren't showing
unless of course that's the look you're going for
and then always make sure that things fit you appropriately.
You don't want a bunch or bulge in any uncomfortable spots
because it'll make you feel uncomfortable
which doesn't look expensive
and then also one thing that's very important
to keep in mind when it comes to this
is always, always, always make sure
that you never pair white undergarments
with a white piece of clothing.
So whether it's white shorts, white pants or a white shirt,
steer clear of white undergarments
because they will beam like a lighthouse
from underneath your clothes.
So it's one thing that you definitely have to keep in mind.
Always opt for beige or skin tone
because it's gonna be virtually translucent
underneath your article of clothing.
And my last tip is to make sure
that everything you're wearing is in great condition.
So try to avoid wearing anything that has tears
or rips or scuffs.
Anything that has visible flaws like that
will really detract from the piece
and people will notice the imperfection
rather than the clothing and your overall outfit.
So it's really something that goes into,
that plays into the details of your overall look
that ultimately do make you look more expensive
and that's everything.
Those are some of the styling tips
that I like to keep in mind when getting dressed
to make sure that I look and feel expensive.
I'm working on a part three of this series as well
where I'm gonna share some outfit combinations
that always look like a million bucks.
So definitely be on the lookout for that
and like always, thanks for watching
and I'll see you in my next one.