Today I will begin to share with you my top 10 wardrobe essentials and why I chose them.
You may come to find that many stylists agree about what should make up a top 10 list. This is because they are ESSENTIALS.
When something is essential it is needed in order to make something complete. AND in order to have a complete wardrobe or a mix and match wardrobe all of these things must be present. Some stylists will toss something in that is essential to their tastes but that's expected since we all have varying tastes.
Yes, Dark is essential! Why? it is slimming, forgiving, chic, and it compliments just about anything. Dark denim exudes sophistication. When you see someone in acid wash jeans, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Did you think sophistication? Did you think chic? If not, go throw YOUR acid wash jeans in the trash. What about when you see someone with rips or holes in their jeans? Again, if your answers weren't what you wanted them to be toss your jeans out!
Let's talk about fit for a moment. We all have varying sizes, this makes us unique and an individual. If we were all the same size, nothing would be considered sexy, different, or individualistic. If we all fit some cookie cutter mold we would not be happy. SO... embrace your size. You may not be at your ideal weight (God knows I'm not) but if you don't dress the body you have now, you won't be happy either way. If you are a 14, buy a 14 if you are a 2 buy a 2. There is no worse wardrobe killer than a muffin top or a saggy butt. Also, keep in mind, manufacturers DO NOT follow the same size chart. If you are a 14 one place, it does not mean you won't be an 18 or even a 10 somewhere else. Size should NOT be what you are focusing on while shopping, it should be FIT!
On that note, CUT is just as important. Make sure you get a cut that flatters your body. I heard someone say "They are called skinny jeans, not make you skinny jeans!" and I have to say I agree, to some extent. A big girl should NEVER wear skin tight clothing from shoulder to toe!! Skinnies on a big girl CAN (notice I did not say will) make you look bigger. They should be paired with a tunic or a belted shirt-dress, not a t-shirt! Also, unless you are trying to balance out a large hip, flares are not your friend. Try instead, a wide-leg jean.
*The jeans shown are from Maurices.
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