Perfect Outfit Formula
We have all opened our closet - full of clothes - and felt like we have absolutely nothing to wear. Which then leads us into that blank stare of panic, wishing we had a fool-proof way of maximising the items in our wardrobes. If you are experiencing this right now, then this article is for you. Below we offer a few tips and formulas on how to always create the perfect outfit that leaves you feeling confident and ready to conquer the day. After reading this article, we hope you are able to fall back in love with waking up and deciding what to wear - we are bringing you are favourite pieces along with some outfit inspiration.
1. Find Your ‘Hero’ Piece
This is the item that your entire outfit will be centred around, for example in winter, this could be that gorgeous statement coat if you like to make an impact upon arrival. Or in the warmer months, this could be a cool funky bag or even your favourite necklace. To help with this, think about what activity you will be doing and dress for that - if you are going for dinner, think what top could flatter your features. On the other hand if you are going on a night out - think what parts of you that you want to accentuate the most. Below find some of our favourite statement items.
christopher john rogers
Woven blazer
alexander mcqueen
Wool straight-leg pants
area
Cropped open-back embellished cotton top
frankie shop
Lui organic cotton-poplin shirt
2. Play With Colours & Textures
Now, based on this hero piece - choose your colour pallet. This is our favourite step, It is so fun to find items that compliment your statement piece If this piece is patterned you could use that as your colour pallet or have a look at our article on creating outfits with the colour wheel. We prefer to use a relatively narrow colour pallet to avoid outfits that are too busy - but if colour is your thing then go for it!!
rick owens
Strapless cutout coated-denim gown
la doublej
Wings frayed cotton-blend jacquard cardigan
dolce & gabbana
Jacquard-trimmed sequined tulle mini skirt
valentino
Metallic jacquard-knit mini dress
3. Accessorise
Accessories are your best-friend! If you are not afraid to repeat outfits then you can simply use accessories to create new looks around the same statement pieces. Try on all of the bags, shoes, hats, and belts in your closet, if needed. And don’t forget that your nails, hair, and makeup can be considered accessories as well!
fendi
Crocheted cotton-blend bucket hat
isabel marant
Lonny leather belt
loewe
Puzzle leather shoulder bag
versace
Crystal-embellished gold-tone hair clip
4. Don’t forget your jewellery
We don’t walk out of the door without throwing on our favourite jewellery pieces. Jewellery can take an outfit from basic to classic and chic or even eccentric if your jewellery taste is a bit more playful.
viltier
18-karat gold, turquoise and diamond ring
sophie bille brahe
Tulipe de Mar 14-karat gold pearl earrings
BEGÜM khan
Nazar Mini gold-plated crystal necklace
jia jia
Maiko 14-karat gold diamond bracelet