THE CLOSET DETOX
Top tips on how to update your look on a student budget.
No matter the obstacle, it is easily achievable to evolve and update your personal style. Here are your top tips on the ultimate closet detox- without the juicing!
GET THE UNDER LAYERS RIGHT.
 |
| Put a bra-fitting on the 2014 'To-Do' List! |
To build your look, it is key to start with the foundations. A shocking 80% of females wear the wrong bra size according to a recent survey. The right bra is crucial not just for comforts sake, but to create the illusion of a smooth silhouette. As stated my Georgio Armarni, "the difference between style and fashion is quality". So invest your time into finding the right undergarments suitable to your personal shape, and budget. LSE is fortunate to have an array of high street fashion brands right at it's doorstep, so seize this opportunity. Its a style sin not to!
ENSURE YOU HAVE THE KEY FASHION ESSENTIALS
 |
A house can never become a home without the essentials. So how you expect your wardrobe be too? A key mistake made by many is assuming that they must by the latest 'it' garment of the season, but fashion trends are cyclical, constantly changing like the British weather. No LSE student can conform to every style trend of the moment; it is both financially, and pragmatically unfeasible, especially with the momentous workload! So invest in core classic pieces, that will never go out of season.
 |
| The simple LBD- a wardrobe must have. |
Do you prefer the quirky look, as opposed to a classic style?
Remember that fashion is architecture- its a matter of building and constructing a look using these fundamental pieces according to your personal style. By building upon them with accessories and statement pieces you can create numerous different outfits. The beauty of purchasing such simple pieces is its accessibility, and versatility, being readily available for everyone, and making you prepared for any event! Value for money? Absolutely!
REMEMBER- SALES ARE NOT ALWAYS YOUR FRIEND!
The fatal mistake made by everyone is only perceiving the New Years sales as the opportunity to shop til' you drop. The discounts may seem like the diamond opportunity to get a bargain, but also awaiting in the rack of sales is the potentiality of a style disaster. Many become disillusioned by the slash in prices, but you must consider why these garments have been radically reduced! Bad quality? Out of season? High Street chains can use the New Year sales as an opportunity to take out any unwanted trash, so it crucial your wardrobe becomes a complete bombsite of bad quality garments.
So before purchasing the garment, ask yourself these key questions;
- Is it versatile? You're restricted by a student budget, so ensure your purchase is a long term investment, not a spontaneous one-off buy!
- Does it suit your style?
- Does it suit your body shape?
To key to a successful wardrobe overhaul is ensuring each piece accentuates your shape, and reflects your personal style. Each individual is differentiate by their unique taste, so make sure 2014 the year for a "New Wardrobe" befitting to you.
-Jodie Momodu
