How To Look Classy Without Breaking The Bank
I am Assumpta Idaka - an aesthete, freelance writer and…
Nothing is as annoying as seeing people associate class or sophistication with an overflowing bank account. To them, elegance or style is mainly a function of riches and abundance. Well, that is a faulty way of thinking. You do not have to be sleeping in millions to look put together or stylish. It is more about the little efforts one puts to appear smarter, confident, and good-looking. Regardless of how people are not supposed to judge by the cover, the hard fact is that they still do. Appearance does matter in this world! Hence, it is in one’s best interest to search for ways to embody your uniqueness, capabilities, and intelligence, especially if you are looking to achieve a particular dream or goal. In other words, use your clothes to show the world who you are and hope to be.
The best part is that you can actually look good and classy without spending so much, if you want to. It requires commitment and intentionality to appear prim and proper, no matter the income. Do not get me wrong! This is not a case of living above your means. Rather, it entails searching for artistic ways to look effortlessly good without breaking the bank.
How can you make that happen, yeah?
Take a look…
- Thrift: Let’s get real! Getting good and quality clothes or accessories often come at a high price. In such scenarios, thrifting is practical. With thrifting, you get to own quality yet pre-owned items at affordable prices. Note that thrifting does not automatically translate to looking polished (you can thrift tacky items too). You have to be picky with what you thrift. Because the truth remains that you still want to appear sophisticated without spending too much. Try this, and in no time, you would see your wardrobe giving off a plush vibe.
- Use quality perfumes: Perfumes are accessories you wear too. Therefore, it is necessary that your perfumes smell like quality. Bear in mind that not all quality items are exorbitant. It does not have to be over budget. Just make sure that they add class to any outfit you have on.
- Keep it simple: There is something in simplicity that screams sophistication. This means that you stick to black shoes, timeless accessories, minimalist outfits, and simple and clean make-up. Simply put, avoid doing or wearing too much.
- Wear creaseless and flattering clothes: Make sure to iron or steam your clothes always. Wear structured and well-fitted clothes. Buy pieces that flatter your body shape. In essence, elegance suggests accentuating the parts of your body you love.
- Make sleek hairsyles: Hairstyles like low pony, braids, spiky bun, and sleek bob are the go-to hairstyles, if you are looking to achieve an up-scale look. Steer clear of shabby, flamboyant, or overclouded hairstyles.
- Add a statement piece: The wonders a quality bag or necklace can do to an entire outfit is mind-blowing. In a split second, an outfit can go from a 5 to 8, by wearing a statement piece correctly.
With fashion, you do not need 10 million bucks to look or feel like it. You have to be deliberate, creative, and devoted to always looking and doing your best. And in no time, you will get to wherever you want to get to.
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I am Assumpta Idaka - an aesthete, freelance writer and a creative. I scribble, curate, and create. I am very passionate about fashion, arts, Jesus, and books.